Community groups are speaking out against the police department’s plan to expand its use of facial recognition technology. But MPD says it is a valuable crime-fighting tool.
Cavalier Johnson
Posted inCommunity
Milwaukee County appears ready to find replacement for SDC
As the Social Development Commission awaits a decision on its status as a community action agency, the county says it’s ready to work with the state to find a new partner.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice, Education
Police officers are now in MPS. Here’s what you need to know
Twenty-five police officers were assigned to 11 MPS schools on Monday, city officials said.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice
Milwaukee leaders voice opposition to ICE facility on Northwest Side
Alderwoman Larresa Taylor said that she opposes a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in her district, on the Northwest Side of the city. Many from the community agree with her.
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Elected leaders weigh in on reopening of Social Development Commission
The reopening of the Social Development Commission after months of disruption, has sparked mixed reactions from elected officials and community leaders in Milwaukee.
Posted inCommunity, Election Watch 2024
Comparing Trump’s criminal justice vision to the needs of Milwaukee
The criminal justice priorities of former President Donald Trump would affect Milwaukee’s criminal justice system in ways similar to but also starkly different from the priorities of Vice President Kamala Harris.
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How does Harris’ criminal justice vision compare to the needs of Milwaukee?
Vice President Kamala Harris articulated a vision for criminal justice reforms under her potential administration. Are these priorities consistent with the criminal justice needs of Milwaukee?
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What do residents want to see for Walker Square Park as $750,000 in funding paves way for upgrades?
Walker Square Park is getting $750,000 for park improvements, which some neighborhood residents see as a once-in-a- generation opportunity to update the community space.
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SDC is taking steps to pay its former employees
The Social Development Commission will soon pay former employees who are owed paychecks, SDC attorney William Sulton said Thursday.
Posted inCommunity, Opinion: Community Voices
OPINION: The ‘guardians’ of public education remain silent
The Milwaukee Teachers Education Association has been noticeably quiet about MPS’ fiscal mismanagement.