Suspicious package found, detonated in Milwaukee's Red Arrow Park

Suspicious package found, detonated in Milwaukee's Red Arrow Park

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department's Hazardous Device Unit detonated a suspicious bag found in Red Arrow Park in downtown Milwaukee shortly before 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 24th.Police were notified of the suspicious bag by a citizen around 2:30 p.m. The park and immediate area surrounding it were secured within minutes.Authorities say they are taking a closer look at the pieces left after detonating the bag to determine if it was dangerous.

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department's Hazardous Device Unit detonated a suspicious bag found in Red Arrow Park in downtown Milwaukee shortly before 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 24th.Police were notified of the suspicious bag by a citizen around 2:30 p.m. The park and immediate area surrounding it were secured within minutes.Authorities say they are taking a closer look at the pieces left after detonating the bag to determine if it was dangerous.

Girls In Action: MPS students recognized at White House for work with anti-violence organization

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

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: 14-year-old boy shot, injured while walking down the street in broad daylight

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

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

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

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

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.

Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett to present 2016 budget proposal to Common Council Tuesday

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

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

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 police investigate fatal shooting near 39th & Locust

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

"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.