Police: 15-year-old shot when mother's handgun fell from holster

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a 15-year-old girl was shot and wounded Monday afternoon, July 30 when her mother's handgun fell from its holster.It happened around noon near Burleigh and Holton.Police said the 41-year-old woman was also struck by gunfire when she attempted to catch the handgun.

North Shore Bank offers free coin counting in effort to raise money for fallen officer's family

BROOKFIELD -- North Shore Bank officials on Monday, July 30 announced branches will offer free coin counting through Saturday, Aug. 4 in an effort to raise money for the family of fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Michalski.According to a news release, anyone can bring in loose change to be counted and contribute it or make monetary donations to the fund at North Shore Bank offices in Metro Milwaukee.Additionally, the bank will tally the amount counted throughout the week’s effort and match it in the form of a donation (up to $1,000 across all branches) to the Michalski Memorial Fund.“It is heartbreaking that our city is again in mourning for a fallen officer, but we are also so inspired by how people across the city have come together.

Police: 2 in custody following police pursuit, crash involving stolen vehicle

MILWAUKEE -- Two people were taken into custody by Milwaukee police late Sunday night, July 29 following a police pursuit and crash involving a stolen vehicle.According to police, around 11 p.m. an officer from the Specialized Patrol Division observed a vehicle that was taken in an armed robbery, being operated in the area of 35th and North Ave.The officer attempted to stop the vehicle -- at which time the suspect fled from officers.

Milwaukee police: Woman shot in car near 26th and Chambers

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened Saturday night, July 28.It took place around 9:15 p.m. near 26th and Chambers.According to police, a 59-year-old woman was in her vehicle when an unknown suspect began shooting a gun for an unknown reason.

1 taken to hospital after shooting on Milwaukee's north side

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting on the city's north side.It happened Saturday morning, July 28 around 12:30 a.m. near Teutonia and Silver Spring.According to police, one person was shot and taken to the hospital.

Police: Man shot, injured during confrontation near 11th and Harrison

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting after an 18-year-old was injured Friday night, July 27.It happened around 9:30 p.m. near 11th and Harrison.Police say the victim was confronted by a group of individuals.

Collision between car, pickup truck leads to fiery mess

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police and firefighters were dispatched to a collision between a car and pickup truck near 82nd and Mill.

Funeral arrangements announced for fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Michalski

OAK CREEK -- The funeral arrangements for fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Michalski were announced on Friday, July 27.The funeral will be held at Oak Creek Assembly of God (7311 S. 13th St., Oak Creek).

Police: Man shot, injured near 35th and Forest Home in Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that happened early Friday morning, July 27 on the city's south side.It happened around 2:30 a.m. in the area of 35th Street and W.

Milwaukee police: Robbery foiled after citizen shoots suspect in the butt

MILWAUKEE -- An attempted robbery at a Milwaukee gas station was thwarted when a citizen shot the robber, according to police.It happened Thursday evening, July 26 near 35th and Silver Spring.Milwaukee police say a person outside the Citgo gas station shot the alleged robbery suspect in the butt.

Dozens march Milwaukee streets to honor fallen Officer Michalski

MILWAUKEE -- Nearly 100 people marched through Milwaukee streets to honor fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Michalski.Officer Michalski was fatally shot Wednesday, July 25 by a suspected wanted on drug and gun violations near 28th and Wright.Thursday evening, the group -- organized by Unity Gospel House of Prayer -- met near the Walgreens near 27th and North, and marched to the scene of the shooting.Among the marchers was Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales."We continue to say the Milwaukee Police Department is part of the community, the community is part of the department, which is exactly what we've been trying to say," said Morales.The marchers held a prayer service in the street at the site of the shooting, asking for everyone in the community to get involved.PHOTO GALLERY