Milwaukee County using emergency alert system to warn drivers
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is rolling out new software that officials say will alert drivers to emergency vehicles and improve safety.
Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office K-9 Rock passes at age 12
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office announced on Monday, Sept. 1, the passing of K-9 Rock, who retired last September at the age of 12.
Milwaukee County facial recognition technology resolution amid debate
A resolution passed the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors surrounding the potential use of facial recognition technology on Thursday, June 26.
Milwaukee County sheriff responds to criticism after recent jail deaths
There have been two deaths at the Milwaukee County Jail since March and now the Milwaukee County Sheriff Denita Ball is speaking out.
Milwaukee County Jail deaths, sheriff's office responds to criticism
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is firing back at criticism over deaths at the county jail.
Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office hosts fitness camp for potential recruits
Breaking a sweat for a purpose. Milwaukee County Sheriff’s deputies launched a new fitness camp on Saturday, May 31, aimed at helping potential future recruits get in shape and stay motivated.
Milwaukee County Jail inmate abuse, former officers charged
Two former Milwaukee County correctional officers are accused of abusing jail inmates in 2024.
I-894 crashes; 2 sheriff squads struck by different vehicles
One crash on I-984 involving a Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office squad vehicle led to another crash involving a different squad vehicle.
'Shop with a Cop' in Milwaukee; kids, law enforcement connect
"Shop with a Cop" in downtown Milwaukee gave kids and law enforcement a chance to connect on Saturday, Dec. 7.
Milwaukee County patrol deputies transferring, court staff shortages
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is transferring patrol deputies to staff the courthouse in an effort to address staffing shortages and overtime mandates.
I-894 crash, Milwaukee County Sheriff squad vehicle involved
A Milwaukee County sheriff squad vehicle was involved in a crash on I894 in West Allis on Monday, July 1.
Milwaukee County correctional sergeant stabbed, suspect arrested
A Milwaukee County Jail correctional sergeant was attacked and stabbed on a sidewalk near the jail early Tuesday, March 5.
MCTS worker finds $2,000 on bus, cash returned to owner
A Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) worker recently found $2,000 in cash left on a bus – leading to a fortunate reunion with the owner.
Milwaukee County Jail housing operations back to normal
The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office has opened general population housing units in the Milwaukee County Jail.
New correctional officers helping fill need in Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County has faced a shortage of correctional officers at both the jail and the Community Reintegration Center (CRC), and the county has responded with new incentives and pa increases.
MCSO hiring event: push for more jail staffing, diversity
The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is trying a new tactic to diversify the jail staff and build up its numbers, numbers which were lost during the COVID pandemic, with an in-person hiring event.