Emily Sterk is completing a national fellowship at the Milwaukee Turners, where she humbly blends rigorous research and coalition-building to confront mass incarceration.
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GOP bill would cut funding to MPS over school police
Republicans are advancing state legislation that would create more rules around police officers at MPS. There is considerable opposition from Democrats.
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, Education, Public Safety
Judge ‘expects action’ from city to get police officers into MPS
Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge David Borowski has imposed a $1,000-a-day fine on the City of Milwaukee until it can show it is putting forth enough effort to bring school resource officers to Milwaukee Public Schools.
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As MPD implements a new video and audio release policy, concerns remain
A new video and audio release policy is in place for the Milwaukee Police Department after several years of disputes.