Girls In Action: MPS students recognized at White House for work with anti-violence organization
MILWAUKEE -- R'Reona Mills, a student at Milwaukee Public Schools' Lincoln Center of the Arts Middle School, was recognized Monday, September 21st at the White House for her work with Girls In Action, Inc., a leadership and anti-violence organization led by a fellow Milwaukee teen.
MILWAUKEE -- R'Reona Mills, a student at Milwaukee Public Schools' Lincoln Center of the Arts Middle School, was recognized Monday, September 21st at the White House for her work with Girls In Action, Inc., a leadership and anti-violence organization led by a fellow Milwaukee teen.
Latest: Suspect charged in armed robberies of Milwaukee game stores
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a 24-year-old man has been charged with two counts of armed robbery after robbing two video game stores in two weeks.The first robbery occurred on Wednesday, September 2nd when Devonne Ball, armed with a gun, walked into the Game Stop near Capitol and Richards St, approached an employee and demanded money.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a 24-year-old man has been charged with two counts of armed robbery after robbing two video game stores in two weeks.The first robbery occurred on Wednesday, September 2nd when Devonne Ball, armed with a gun, walked into the Game Stop near Capitol and Richards St, approached an employee and demanded money.
Police: Strong armed robbery suspect charged after citizens helped officers make arrest
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a strong armed robbery suspect has been charged after citizens in downtown Milwaukee helped officers make the arrest.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a strong armed robbery suspect has been charged after citizens in downtown Milwaukee helped officers make the arrest.
Police: 14-year-old boy shot, injured while walking down the street in broad daylight
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a 14-year-old boy was shot and injured in broad daylight on Wednesday afternoon, September 23rd.It happened around noon, near 45th and Center.Police say the boy was shot by an unknown suspect in a passing vehicle as he was walking down the street.The boy was taken to the hospital, and he is expected to survive.MPD continues to seek a motive and search for suspects in this case.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say a 14-year-old boy was shot and injured in broad daylight on Wednesday afternoon, September 23rd.It happened around noon, near 45th and Center.Police say the boy was shot by an unknown suspect in a passing vehicle as he was walking down the street.The boy was taken to the hospital, and he is expected to survive.MPD continues to seek a motive and search for suspects in this case.
MPD: Three arrested in connection with armed robbery at north side business
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police arrested three suspects wanted for an armed robbery at a business on the city's north side.District Seven officers responded to the business near 38th and W.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police arrested three suspects wanted for an armed robbery at a business on the city's north side.District Seven officers responded to the business near 38th and W.
Police: August death of 90-year-old Earl Hall now ruled a homicide; amended charges coming soon
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say an aggravated battery incident that led to the death of a 90-year-old man is now being investigated as a homicide.Earl Hall was found severely injured following the aggravated battery that police say happened in a home near 39th and Green Tree Road early on July 5th -- around 4:30 a.m.Hall died just over one month later, on August 6th.A 23-year-old woman was arrested at the scene of the alleged crime.Shameka Hill has been charged with aggravated battery to the elderly, and she now may face more serious charges.A criminal complaint charging her with aggravated battery indicates she called 911 on the morning of July 5th -- telling the dispatcher her 90-year-old grandfather had chased her with a knife, and that she beat him up, and he was on the floor, bleeding.MFD was dispatched to the scene, and Earl Hall was taken to the hospital.Police spoke with Hill, who indicated around 3:00 a.m., she went out to her vehicle to retrieve her phone charger.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say an aggravated battery incident that led to the death of a 90-year-old man is now being investigated as a homicide.Earl Hall was found severely injured following the aggravated battery that police say happened in a home near 39th and Green Tree Road early on July 5th -- around 4:30 a.m.Hall died just over one month later, on August 6th.A 23-year-old woman was arrested at the scene of the alleged crime.Shameka Hill has been charged with aggravated battery to the elderly, and she now may face more serious charges.A criminal complaint charging her with aggravated battery indicates she called 911 on the morning of July 5th -- telling the dispatcher her 90-year-old grandfather had chased her with a knife, and that she beat him up, and he was on the floor, bleeding.MFD was dispatched to the scene, and Earl Hall was taken to the hospital.Police spoke with Hill, who indicated around 3:00 a.m., she went out to her vehicle to retrieve her phone charger.
Two suspects in custody, third sought: Police tackle armed robberies on Milwaukee's south side
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police arrested two suspects and are seeking a third who are believed to be responsible for two different armed robberies on the city's south side.District Two officers responded to the neighborhood near 5th and Historic Mitchell Street around 12:15 a.m. on Tuesday, September 22nd for a report of an armed robbery.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police arrested two suspects and are seeking a third who are believed to be responsible for two different armed robberies on the city's south side.District Two officers responded to the neighborhood near 5th and Historic Mitchell Street around 12:15 a.m. on Tuesday, September 22nd for a report of an armed robbery.
Seeing red: Distinct clothing helps police quickly arrest armed robbery suspect
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say an armed robbery suspect's distinct red clothing helped them to take him into custody.The crime happened around 10:15 a.m. on September 21st near 76th and Green Tree Road on Milwaukee's northwest side.Police say a 29-year-old Milwaukee woman was approached by a suspect who was wearing a red shirt and red pants.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police say an armed robbery suspect's distinct red clothing helped them to take him into custody.The crime happened around 10:15 a.m. on September 21st near 76th and Green Tree Road on Milwaukee's northwest side.Police say a 29-year-old Milwaukee woman was approached by a suspect who was wearing a red shirt and red pants.
Police: 21-year-old man injured in drug-related shooting near 57th & Villard
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that occurred Monday night, September 21st.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that occurred Monday night, September 21st.
Police ask for public's help in search for 13-year-old boy: "His behavior places him in danger"
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are asking for the public's help in their search for 13-year-old Christopher McGee.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are asking for the public's help in their search for 13-year-old Christopher McGee.
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett to present 2016 budget proposal to Common Council Tuesday
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett is set to present his 2016 proposed city of Milwaukee budget to the Common Council on Tuesday, September 22nd.The Mayor's Office says this budget "will include a continued commitment to public safety, strong and healthy neighborhoods, economic security for residents and solid fiscal management."The budget proposal is set to be presented to the Common Council at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday.
MILWAUKEE -- Mayor Tom Barrett is set to present his 2016 proposed city of Milwaukee budget to the Common Council on Tuesday, September 22nd.The Mayor's Office says this budget "will include a continued commitment to public safety, strong and healthy neighborhoods, economic security for residents and solid fiscal management."The budget proposal is set to be presented to the Common Council at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday.
Justice Dept. to help study use of body cameras in three U.S. cities, including Milwaukee
WASHINGTON – As part of President Obama’s commitment to building trust and transparency between law enforcement and the communities they serve, Attorney General Loretta Lynch on Monday, September 21st announced that the Justice Department has awarded grants totaling more than $23.2 million to 73 local and tribal agencies in 32 states to expand the use of body-worn cameras and explore their impact.The body-worn camera pilot program announced in May 2015 includes $19.3 million to purchase body-worn cameras, $2 million for training and technical assistance and $1.9 million to examine the impact of their use.The grants, awarded by the department’s Office of Justice Programs (OJP), build on President Obama’s proposal to purchase 50,000 body-worn cameras for law enforcement agencies within three years.“This vital pilot program is designed to assist local jurisdictions that are interested in exploring and expanding the use of body-worn cameras in order to enhance transparency, accountability and credibility,” said Attorney General Lynch. “The impact of body-worn cameras touches on a range of outcomes that build upon efforts to mend the fabric of trust, respect and common purpose that all communities need to thrive.”The grants, which require a 50/50 in-kind or cash match, can be used to purchase equipment and require that applicants establish a strong implementation plan and a robust training policy before purchasing cameras.
WASHINGTON – As part of President Obama’s commitment to building trust and transparency between law enforcement and the communities they serve, Attorney General Loretta Lynch on Monday, September 21st announced that the Justice Department has awarded grants totaling more than $23.2 million to 73 local and tribal agencies in 32 states to expand the use of body-worn cameras and explore their impact.The body-worn camera pilot program announced in May 2015 includes $19.3 million to purchase body-worn cameras, $2 million for training and technical assistance and $1.9 million to examine the impact of their use.The grants, awarded by the department’s Office of Justice Programs (OJP), build on President Obama’s proposal to purchase 50,000 body-worn cameras for law enforcement agencies within three years.“This vital pilot program is designed to assist local jurisdictions that are interested in exploring and expanding the use of body-worn cameras in order to enhance transparency, accountability and credibility,” said Attorney General Lynch. “The impact of body-worn cameras touches on a range of outcomes that build upon efforts to mend the fabric of trust, respect and common purpose that all communities need to thrive.”The grants, which require a 50/50 in-kind or cash match, can be used to purchase equipment and require that applicants establish a strong implementation plan and a robust training policy before purchasing cameras.
28-year-old man shot, injured near 29th & Wisconsin, no suspects in custody
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night, September 20th.It happened around 9:45 p.m. near 29th and Wisconsin Avenue.The victim, a 28-year-old man, sustained a non-life-threatening injury and is being treated at a local hospital.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night, September 20th.It happened around 9:45 p.m. near 29th and Wisconsin Avenue.The victim, a 28-year-old man, sustained a non-life-threatening injury and is being treated at a local hospital.
Milwaukee officers commended for service; treated on Thank a Police Officer Day
MILWAUKEE -- On a mission to thank Milwaukee's police force.
MILWAUKEE -- On a mission to thank Milwaukee's police force.
Milwaukee police investigate fatal shooting near 39th & Locust
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a homicide that occurred near N. 39th and Locust on Friday evening, September 18th.Police say shortly after 5 p.m., a 28-year-old man from Milwaukee, was shot outside of a residence by an unknown suspect.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a homicide that occurred near N. 39th and Locust on Friday evening, September 18th.Police say shortly after 5 p.m., a 28-year-old man from Milwaukee, was shot outside of a residence by an unknown suspect.
"The sky's the limit:" Gracious donor steps up to say 'thank you' to local police
MILWAUKEE -- Their goal is to thank local police officers for their service, but now organizers of an upcoming event are extending gratitude toward someone else.
MILWAUKEE -- Their goal is to thank local police officers for their service, but now organizers of an upcoming event are extending gratitude toward someone else.
"Trying to ensure they get better service:" MPD prepares to add 10 community service officer positions
MILWAUKEE -- It's a plan to improve police response times in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- It's a plan to improve police response times in Milwaukee.
Reward: FBI offers $20,000 for capture of two bank robbery suspects
MILWAUKEE -- The FBI announced on Thursday, September 17th that it is offering a $20,000 reward for the capture of two suspects believed to be responsible for the armed robberies of two banks in Milwaukee.On Friday, July 3rd two unidentified suspects robbed the BMO Harris Bank near 13th and Oklahoma on Milwaukee's south side just after the bank opened.The suspects are described as males, black, similar in age, weight and height, slender build, 18-24 years of age, approximately 180-190 lbs, 5'9" to 5'11" tall.
MILWAUKEE -- The FBI announced on Thursday, September 17th that it is offering a $20,000 reward for the capture of two suspects believed to be responsible for the armed robberies of two banks in Milwaukee.On Friday, July 3rd two unidentified suspects robbed the BMO Harris Bank near 13th and Oklahoma on Milwaukee's south side just after the bank opened.The suspects are described as males, black, similar in age, weight and height, slender build, 18-24 years of age, approximately 180-190 lbs, 5'9" to 5'11" tall.
Police: Three teens arrested, suspected of armed robberies in Riverwest neighborhood
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police arrested three suspects wanted in two strong armed robberies that happened just minutes apart in the Riverwest neighborhood.District Five officers responded to the neighborhood near 8th and Chambers shortly after 10 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15th where a 29-year-old Milwaukee woman told officers she was walking when a male and female suspect approached her and demanded her phone.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police arrested three suspects wanted in two strong armed robberies that happened just minutes apart in the Riverwest neighborhood.District Five officers responded to the neighborhood near 8th and Chambers shortly after 10 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15th where a 29-year-old Milwaukee woman told officers she was walking when a male and female suspect approached her and demanded her phone.
Caught on camera: Milwaukee police seek suspect in GameStop robbery
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are asking the public to help identify an armed robbery suspect who is accused of robbing the GameStop on Brown Deer Road on Tuesday, September 15th.The suspect entered the store with a gun around 2:20 p.m. and demanded money from an employee.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are asking the public to help identify an armed robbery suspect who is accused of robbing the GameStop on Brown Deer Road on Tuesday, September 15th.The suspect entered the store with a gun around 2:20 p.m. and demanded money from an employee.