Milwaukee police critical incident; suspect ingests drugs during arrest

A 31-year-old man is in critical condition after Milwaukee police say he ingested illegal drugs during an attempt by officers to take him into custody on the city's northwest side on Wednesday afternoon, March 11.

Milwaukee police chase policy; city leaders push for more changes

There's another push for changes to the Milwaukee Police Department's pursuit policy – and it's different from the restrictions the department implemented last month.

Milwaukee police officer resigns, Flock search misconduct case

The Milwaukee Police Department said Josue Ayala, the officer accused of misconduct over his Flock searches, has resigned from his role.

Milwaukee Police Department facial covering policy modification
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The Milwaukee Police Department is now prohibiting officers from wearing face coverings intended to conceal their identity while on duty.

Milwaukee Police Department facial covering policy change

The Milwaukee Common Council announced the Milwaukee Police Department will adopt an addition to its Uniform Standard Operating Procedure that explicitly prohibits the use of facial coverings.

Milwaukee police officer charged in Flock camera misuse case

Milwaukee police officer Josue Ayala is charged with attempted misconduct in public office after prosecutors say he used Flock license plate readers 179 times to track someone he was dating and that person’s ex.

Milwaukee police officer charged with misconduct over Flock searches

Josue Ayala, an officer with the Milwaukee Police Department, is charged with misconduct after prosecutors say he used the Flock license plate system nearly 180 times for personal reasons while on duty.

Milwaukee police shooting, 98th and Lisbon; bodycam video released

Milwaukee police released on Wednesday, Feb. 18 body camera video tied to a police chase and shooting that happened near 98th and Lisbon on Tuesday, Feb. 3. The incident left a 38-year-old man dead.

Milwaukee Police Department facial recognition technology banned

The Milwaukee Police Department announced on Friday, Feb. 6, that it will voluntarily issue a ban on the use of any and all facial recognition technology (FRT) use for the department.

MPD facial recognition technology banned
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The Milwaukee Police Department announced on Friday, Feb. 6, that it will voluntarily issue a ban on the use of any and all facial recognition technology (FRT) use for the department. But not everyone is on board.

MPD details facial recognition technology plans; concerns persist

Milwaukee police discussed facial recognition technology at a packed City Hall meeting on Thursday night, Feb. 5, as many public commenters opposed a proposed data-sharing deal and raised concerns about misuse and bias.

MPD facial recognition proposal faces hours of public opposition
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Milwaukee police discussed facial recognition technology at a packed City Hall meeting on Thursday night, Feb. 5, as many public commenters opposed a proposed data-sharing deal and raised concerns about misuse and bias.

Milwaukee police shooting, family identifies suspect killed

Milwaukee police officers were involved in the fatal shooting of an armed suspect on Tuesday. Now, the suspect's family has identified him to FOX6.

Milwaukee police shooting, 98th and Lisbon; suspect dead after pursuit

A 38-year old man died after Milwaukee police shot him during a pursuit near 98th and Lisbon on Tuesday, Feb. 3, after officers say he was armed and refused commands to drop a gun.

Milwaukee police chase policy changes take effect Feb. 6; what to know

Milwaukee police will tighten pursuit rules come Feb. 6 after nine people died in chase-related crashes in 2025, though some families and officials doubt the changes will save lives.

MPD changes high-speed chase policy
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Milwaukee police will tighten pursuit rules come Feb. 6 after nine people died in chase-related crashes in 2025, though some families and officials doubt the changes will save lives.

Milwaukee police chief faces criticism over training trip to Israel

Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman is under scrutiny after attending counterterrorism training in Israel, as residents criticized the trip during a commission meeting and officials defended it as nonpolitical.

MKE Police Chief Norman criticized for Israel trip
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Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman is under scrutiny after attending counterterrorism training in Israel, as residents criticized the trip during a commission meeting and officials defended it as nonpolitical.

Milwaukee 'Drone as First Responder' pilot program launched
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MPD Chief Jeffrey Norman debuted the "Drone as First Responder" (DFR) pilot program on Jan. 14 to provide rapid aerial support.