Cars piled up against Milwaukee freeway retaining wall
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New body camera footage just released shows Milwaukee County Sheriff's deputies racing to help a federal agent whose vehicle is dangling over a bridge.

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.

Criticism over Milwaukee County Jail deaths
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The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is firing back at criticism over deaths at the county jail. Some elected officials say there has been a lack of transparency and not enough is being done to prevent the deaths.

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.

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 Jail audit response
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The Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression and the families of Brieon Green and Cilivea Thyrion held a news conference on Monday, Nov. 25 in response to the Creative Corrections Jail audit report of the Milwaukee County Jail.

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 involving MCSO squad vehicle
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A crash on I-894 involved multiple vehicles, including a Milwaukee County sheriff's squad. Traffic was backed up for several hours.

MCSO deputy shoots, kills wanted man
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An Milwaukee County Sheriff's deputy shot and killed a man wanted by Slinger police near 107th and Good Hope Sunday night, May 5.

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.