Wisconsin shared revenue deal: Tax plan tied to public safety

Governor Evers and the legislature have agreed to terms on a plan that sends more money back to the community, but the plan comes with some strings attached.

Milwaukee Police Department seeks $1.6M in crime seizure funds

The city of Milwaukee's annual budget is about $300 million, making up nearly all the property taxes the city has coming in. Each year, a portion of funds from crime seizures helps the police department out.

Off-duty Milwaukee police detective accused; sex assault of woman

A detective with the Milwaukee Police Department is accused of inappropriately touching a woman at a party while off-duty in January.

Milwaukee charges against violent group; police chief, DA weigh in
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Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman and Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm announced charges against a violent group of individuals.

Milwaukee Police Athletic League; crime prevention effort renewed

The Milwaukee Police Department and others announced the launch of the Milwaukee Police Athletic League, designed to improve the relationship between the city's young people and police.

Former MPD Officer Mattioli trial; judge sets November date

A new trial date has been set for former Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Mattioli – charged with reckless homicide in the 2020 death of Joel Acevedo.

Milwaukee police officer recruitment, FPC changes announced

Milwaukee will launch a new round of police officer recruitment Friday, May 19. The FPC is making changes to the process going forward.

Milwaukee Police Department joins HOPE kit initiative
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Milwaukee police want drugs off the street, but more than that, they want people to not die of overdose. Now, the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) is a partner with the HOPE kit initiative.

Milwaukee police bodycam release, judge puts new policy on hold

A Judge put a recently approved Milwaukee Police Department policy about the release of critical incident video on hold Friday, May 12.

MPD Spring Merit Awards: Shots fired in District 5, combat awards issued

They take an oath to serve and protect, and on Wednesday night, May 10, dozens of Milwaukee police officers were recognized for going above and beyond in the line of duty last MPD hosted its Spring Merit Awards.

MPD officer pointed service weapon at woman while off duty: complaint

A Milwaukee police officer is now charged with two misdemeanors, accused of pointing his service weapon at an ex-girlfriend while off duty in January.

Milwaukee police in city schools; element of GOP shared revenue plan

It is a debate about what it takes to keep your schools safe. If Republicans get their wish, Milwaukee police head back to Milwaukee Public Schools.

Milwaukee Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony; 'We carry you with us'

The Greater Milwaukee Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony was held on Friday, May 5 at the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee.

Former MPD Officer Mattioli's trial delayed again

The homicide trial of former Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Mattioli was delayed again Thursday, May 4.

Milwaukee police bodycam release procedure; lawsuit against new policy

A new Milwaukee Police Department policy that speeds up the release of body camera video from critical incidents went into effect Monday.