A change in MPD police pursuit policy has resulted in more chases, with more than one-fourth of those chases resulting in accidents.
‘I was once a destroyer. Now I’m a rebuilder:’ How a Milwaukee violence prevention program hopes to reduce gun violence
City leaders hope a new program that enlists hospitals and neighborhood “interrupters” can help disrupt the cycle of retaliatory violence in Milwaukee.
City officials to address concerns over lead in water
Representatives of the Health Department, Milwaukee Water Works, the Department of Public Works and others will be on hand to answer questions about the city’s lead crisis on Friday, March 22.
6 things to know about what’s happening with Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake youth prisons
What a difference a week makes: We catch you up on plans to replace Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake youth prisons, and what they mean for Milwaukee.
Milwaukee County reveals potential locations for youth secure residential facility
After Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake close in 2021, Milwaukee County will open a secure residential facility for youth in Milwaukee’s Havenwoods neighborhood, which leaders say will be in stark contrast to the youth prisons.
First-ever COP houses to come to Milwaukee, amid controversy
In an effort to reduce crime and improve relationships between community members and the Milwaukee Police Department, the city is planning to introduce its first-ever community policing houses, but critics are skeptical that they will be effective.
Summit aims to prevent youth from being exploited, trafficked
As part of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the “Stay Out the Game” summit taught youth how to detect signs of sex trafficking, build healthy relationships and protect themselves in unsafe situations.
Beat cop initiative provides ‘sense of security’ for Clarke Square residents, business owners
The beat cop initiative has been underway for several months in Clarke Square, and residents and business owners say they appreciate the added police presence in the neighborhood.
Police officers work to help occupants of homeless encampments
With Milwaukee’s homeless population becoming more visible in the city’s various tent encampments, the Milwaukee Police Department works to connect homeless people to necessary resources.
Sherman Park residents, police work to overcome distrust
Milwaukee Police Department Capt. Willie Murphy of District 7 said he is working to rebuild trust in police by fostering better relationships with community residents.
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