After closed-door meeting, FPC needs more time to complete chief's 6-month job review
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission met behind closed doors Tuesday night, June 30 to review community and MPD input regarding Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales -- part of the process for the chief's six-month job review.With the session closed to the public, it's unclear what commissioners discussed, but the FPC's executive director said afterwards that, based on information reviewed during this meeting, commissioners will need more time to complete the chief's review.The FPC quickly went into executive session Tuesday -- with just a handful of members and staff behind closed doors -- to discuss Chief Morales' six-month performance reviews since he was appointed chief in December.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission met behind closed doors Tuesday night, June 30 to review community and MPD input regarding Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales -- part of the process for the chief's six-month job review.With the session closed to the public, it's unclear what commissioners discussed, but the FPC's executive director said afterwards that, based on information reviewed during this meeting, commissioners will need more time to complete the chief's review.The FPC quickly went into executive session Tuesday -- with just a handful of members and staff behind closed doors -- to discuss Chief Morales' six-month performance reviews since he was appointed chief in December.
MFD: Brown figurine hanging by looped ribbon found in Milwaukee fire station
MILWAUKEE -- Internal discipline charges are expected as soon as this week in connection with an incident that occurred in February at a Milwaukee Fire Department fire station.
MILWAUKEE -- Internal discipline charges are expected as soon as this week in connection with an incident that occurred in February at a Milwaukee Fire Department fire station.
MCSO: Report of shots fired closes I-94 EB at 70th Street; 4th such incident in a week
MILWAUKEE -- The eastbound lanes of I-94 were shut down at 70th Street by the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office Tuesday afternoon, June 30 due to a report of shots fired.Drivers were urged to avoid the area.Sheriff's officials said they were called around 12:30 p.m. for the report of "shots fired between two vehicles.” An anonymous caller reported the incident; however, no witnesses or victims were located.The eastbound freeway was closed for about an hour from 70th Street to 68th Street while deputies canvassed for evidence.
MILWAUKEE -- The eastbound lanes of I-94 were shut down at 70th Street by the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office Tuesday afternoon, June 30 due to a report of shots fired.Drivers were urged to avoid the area.Sheriff's officials said they were called around 12:30 p.m. for the report of "shots fired between two vehicles.” An anonymous caller reported the incident; however, no witnesses or victims were located.The eastbound freeway was closed for about an hour from 70th Street to 68th Street while deputies canvassed for evidence.
Racine reveals dates for community conversations on police reforms
RACINE -- Racine Mayor Cory Mason announced on Tuesday, June 30 the first three community conversations on police reforms.Following the murder of George Floyd, a news release says the mayor announced a series of actions to reform the Racine Police Department in order to better build trust, transparency, and accountability to the people it serves.
RACINE -- Racine Mayor Cory Mason announced on Tuesday, June 30 the first three community conversations on police reforms.Following the murder of George Floyd, a news release says the mayor announced a series of actions to reform the Racine Police Department in order to better build trust, transparency, and accountability to the people it serves.
Police share video of 'multiple suspects' wanted for removing property from home near 40th and Lloyd
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police on Tuesday, June 30 shared video in their continued search for "multiple suspects" wanted in connection with "civil unrest" near 40th Street and Lloyd Street Tuesday, June 23, stemming from an investigation into two missing teenage girls.Police said "after MPD secured and locked" a home in the area, the individuals highlighted in the video "were observed unlawfully entering the residence without the owner’s consent, throwing and removing various property from the residence and unlawfully entering the owner’s vehicle prior to it being set on fire."
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police on Tuesday, June 30 shared video in their continued search for "multiple suspects" wanted in connection with "civil unrest" near 40th Street and Lloyd Street Tuesday, June 23, stemming from an investigation into two missing teenage girls.Police said "after MPD secured and locked" a home in the area, the individuals highlighted in the video "were observed unlawfully entering the residence without the owner’s consent, throwing and removing various property from the residence and unlawfully entering the owner’s vehicle prior to it being set on fire."
Have you seen him? Milwaukee police seek suspect in shooting near 35th and Juneau
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department has asked for the public's assistance in identifying and locating a suspect wanted for a shooting that happened near 35th and Juneau on Monday, June 29.Authorities say the victim and a witness were walking when the suspect fired several shots at them, striking the victim, around 10 p.m. on Monday.The suspect is described as an African-American male, 25-30 years old, 5'7" tall with a slim build and a beard.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department has asked for the public's assistance in identifying and locating a suspect wanted for a shooting that happened near 35th and Juneau on Monday, June 29.Authorities say the victim and a witness were walking when the suspect fired several shots at them, striking the victim, around 10 p.m. on Monday.The suspect is described as an African-American male, 25-30 years old, 5'7" tall with a slim build and a beard.
Open Record Special Edition: One-on-one with MPD Chief Morales
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales recently sat down with FOX6 to talk exclusively about recent issues: Accountability within the department, defunding the police, and policy changes.In this special edition of Open Record, FOX6 Investigators Bryan Polcyn and Amanda St.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales recently sat down with FOX6 to talk exclusively about recent issues: Accountability within the department, defunding the police, and policy changes.In this special edition of Open Record, FOX6 Investigators Bryan Polcyn and Amanda St.
Racine County sheriff's deputies rescue man from cliff
RACINE -- Officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office rescued a man from the side of a cliff on Tuesday morning, June 30.Authorities responded to Racine County Cliffside Park shortly after 10 a.m.There, authorities found the man about seven feet below the top of the cliff, which was significantly eroded.
RACINE -- Officials with the Racine County Sheriff's Office rescued a man from the side of a cliff on Tuesday morning, June 30.Authorities responded to Racine County Cliffside Park shortly after 10 a.m.There, authorities found the man about seven feet below the top of the cliff, which was significantly eroded.
Officials: Fireworks are illegal in Milwaukee County, violators could face $200 citation
MILWAUKEE -- With the 4th of July holiday fast approaching, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office reminds the public that fireworks are illegal in Milwaukee County.According to a news release, Milwaukee County Ordinance 47.05 (2) prohibits setting off fireworks in parks/parkways and carries a citation of $200.50.
MILWAUKEE -- With the 4th of July holiday fast approaching, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office reminds the public that fireworks are illegal in Milwaukee County.According to a news release, Milwaukee County Ordinance 47.05 (2) prohibits setting off fireworks in parks/parkways and carries a citation of $200.50.
Arson investigation: 4 dogs killed after fire damages 2 homes in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating an arson that happened Tuesday morning, June 30 near 38th and Vliet in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating an arson that happened Tuesday morning, June 30 near 38th and Vliet in Milwaukee.
Community activist Vaun Mayes released from Milwaukee Co. Jail, case being reviewed
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department on Tuesday, June 30, presented to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office charges against community activist Vaun Mayes following his arrest on Monday.Those charges were for burglary as party to a crime and criminal trespass to dwelling, in connection with civil unrest near 40th Street and Lloyd Street on June 23.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department on Tuesday, June 30, presented to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office charges against community activist Vaun Mayes following his arrest on Monday.Those charges were for burglary as party to a crime and criminal trespass to dwelling, in connection with civil unrest near 40th Street and Lloyd Street on June 23.
Police: 3 shot, including 14-year-old boy, in separate incidents in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating three separate shooting incidents that happened late Monday night, June 29 and early Tuesday morning, June 30.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating three separate shooting incidents that happened late Monday night, June 29 and early Tuesday morning, June 30.
Police: 3 men hurt in shooting near 60th and Good Hope
MILWAUKEE -- Three men were hurt in a shooting Monday afternoon, June 29 near 60th Street and Good Hope Road.It happened around 3 p.m.Police said a 40-year-old Milwaukee man and a 35-year-old Milwaukee man were seriously hurt, while a 38-year-old Milwaukee man suffered injuries that were not life-threatening.
MILWAUKEE -- Three men were hurt in a shooting Monday afternoon, June 29 near 60th Street and Good Hope Road.It happened around 3 p.m.Police said a 40-year-old Milwaukee man and a 35-year-old Milwaukee man were seriously hurt, while a 38-year-old Milwaukee man suffered injuries that were not life-threatening.
Complaint: Man 'admitted' striking man with SUV near 41st and North; license was suspended
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee man is now charged in connection with an incident in which a 45-year-old man was struck by a vehicle near 41st and North Avenue -- and later died from his injuries.
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee man is now charged in connection with an incident in which a 45-year-old man was struck by a vehicle near 41st and North Avenue -- and later died from his injuries.
Texas Starbucks barista attacked after asking customer to wear mask
MIDLAND, Texas – A Starbucks barista in Texas was attacked after asking a customer to wear a face mask, Midland officials say.The Midland Police Department responded to an assault call Saturday morning, June 27 after an unidentified employee was punched in the face, law enforcement confirmed to FOX Business.A customer, identified by police as Darrel Anderson, entered the coffee shop on North Midland Drive Saturday morning without a face mask when a barista informed him of the company’s policy.
MIDLAND, Texas – A Starbucks barista in Texas was attacked after asking a customer to wear a face mask, Midland officials say.The Midland Police Department responded to an assault call Saturday morning, June 27 after an unidentified employee was punched in the face, law enforcement confirmed to FOX Business.A customer, identified by police as Darrel Anderson, entered the coffee shop on North Midland Drive Saturday morning without a face mask when a barista informed him of the company’s policy.
Colin Kaepernick's life story is coming to Netflix
LOS ANGELES — Colin Kaepernick is joining with Emmy-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay on a Netflix drama series about the teenage roots of the former NFL player’s activism.“Colin in Black & White” will examine Kaepernick's high school years to illuminate the experiences that shaped his advocacy, Netflix said Monday.“Too often we see race and Black stories portrayed through a white lens,” Kaepernick said in a statement. “We seek to give new perspective to the differing realities that Black people face.
LOS ANGELES — Colin Kaepernick is joining with Emmy-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay on a Netflix drama series about the teenage roots of the former NFL player’s activism.“Colin in Black & White” will examine Kaepernick's high school years to illuminate the experiences that shaped his advocacy, Netflix said Monday.“Too often we see race and Black stories portrayed through a white lens,” Kaepernick said in a statement. “We seek to give new perspective to the differing realities that Black people face.
Amazon, Lowe’s give 'thank you' bonuses to frontline US employees as coronavirus cases surge
SEATTLE -- Amazon, Lowe’s and other major companies have announced bonuses for employees working on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic as the number of newly confirmed cases surge in the U.S. and elsewhere.Amazon announced Monday it will provide a one-time “thank you” bonus to all employees of Amazon and Whole Foods Market, which the company purchased in 2017, and partners who have been with the company since at least June 1 — totaling more than $500 million.Full-time Amazon employees, Whole Foods Market employees and delivery service partner drivers will all receive a $500 bonus, while those in part-time roles will receive $250.
SEATTLE -- Amazon, Lowe’s and other major companies have announced bonuses for employees working on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic as the number of newly confirmed cases surge in the U.S. and elsewhere.Amazon announced Monday it will provide a one-time “thank you” bonus to all employees of Amazon and Whole Foods Market, which the company purchased in 2017, and partners who have been with the company since at least June 1 — totaling more than $500 million.Full-time Amazon employees, Whole Foods Market employees and delivery service partner drivers will all receive a $500 bonus, while those in part-time roles will receive $250.