Nickolas X. Doherty contends that mass surveillance technology used by Milwaukee police and other law enforcement entities is dangerous to the community.
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School district officials weigh sending more students on MCTS buses
For MPS high schoolers, getting to school can mean late buses and long waits. The district is weighing whether it should send more students on county buses.
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Community reacts to recent surge of reckless driving deaths
Four pedestrian deaths in less than 10 days has Milwaukee residents and a Vision Zero leader talking about how to help prevent reckless driving.
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Milwaukee’s crime decline reflects years of relationship building, advocates say
Recent data shows violent crime is down in the city. Advocates say preventing violence depends on trust as well as community investment.
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Here’s what we learned at the latest Community Collaborative Commission meeting
Members of the Community Collaborative Commission are still trying to finalize Milwaukee’s community policing plan. The plan establishes expectations of how police should engage with residents and the community.
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Researchers find link between vehicle crashes and firearm injuries. Can this information be used to help prevent Milwaukee gun violence?
Researchers say emergency department visits after vehicle crashes could help identify young people at risk of future firearm injury and connect them with support before violence occurs.
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The Milwaukee Fire Department is urging residents to not use fireworks on July 4 weekend
Milwaukee’s fire and police departments are reminding residents that it is illegal to buy or use fireworks, which can cause fires, burns or other injuries.
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Local officials voice frustrations as ICE announces 39 Wisconsin arrests
Federal agents conducted a rare public enforcement operation across the state as immigrant advocates reported widespread fear and Milwaukee officials questioned ICE’s use of city and county property.
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ICE ramps up operations in Milwaukee while advocates rush to catch up
The wave of arrests — likely among the largest in Milwaukee since President Donald Trump took office in January 2025 — sent shock waves through the city’s immigrant neighborhoods.
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Backed by state funding, local groups collaborate to strengthen violence prevention efforts
County officials say $1.5 million in state funding will help expand violence prevention programs and connect residents to jobs, housing assistance, mental health support and other services.