Gov. Tony Evers has introduced plans to officially decriminalize small possessions of marijuana as well as to create a path to legalized medical marijuana for the state.
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Remembering Dontre Hamilton: Dontre Day takes place Saturday, April 27
Five years ago, Dontre Hamilton was shot and killed by a Milwaukee police officer. Since then, his family honors his life through awareness and celebration.
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DA confirms ongoing investigation into Health Department over handling of lead
Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm confirmed on Tuesday that his office is investigating the Health Department’s lead abatement programs.
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Council leaders ask DA to consider prosecuting health officials over handling of lead
Two city leaders have asked the Milwaukee County district attorney to consider prosecuting health officials over their handling of the lead crisis.
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Police chases nearly triple since change in Milwaukee pursuit policy
A change in MPD police pursuit policy has resulted in more chases, with more than one-fourth of those chases resulting in accidents.
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‘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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.