2 killed in wrong-way, head-on crash on I-43 south of Chase; driver arrested for homicide
MILWAUKEE -- Two people were killed in a wrong-way, head-on crash on I-43 south of Chase Avenue Wednesday night, June 24.It happened around 11:15 p.m.Milwaukee County sheriff's officials sad deputies arrived on scene and observed that one vehicle involved in the crash had rolled over and was on its roof in the median distress lane and the second vehicle was facing the wrong way in lanes one and two.The Milwaukee Fire Department and Greenfield Fire Department responded to the scene and extricated people who were trapped inside both vehicles.One passenger from the striking vehicle and one passenger from the vehicle that was struck were pronounced dead at the scene.The driver of the vehicle that was struck suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a hospital for treatment.
MILWAUKEE -- Two people were killed in a wrong-way, head-on crash on I-43 south of Chase Avenue Wednesday night, June 24.It happened around 11:15 p.m.Milwaukee County sheriff's officials sad deputies arrived on scene and observed that one vehicle involved in the crash had rolled over and was on its roof in the median distress lane and the second vehicle was facing the wrong way in lanes one and two.The Milwaukee Fire Department and Greenfield Fire Department responded to the scene and extricated people who were trapped inside both vehicles.One passenger from the striking vehicle and one passenger from the vehicle that was struck were pronounced dead at the scene.The driver of the vehicle that was struck suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a hospital for treatment.
Alders move forward with plan requiring MPD 'to notify us' of plans to purchase military-grade equipment
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police may soon be required to get the approval of the Milwaukee Common Council when buying military-grade weapons and equipment -- one of several ideas on the table amid the goal of improving police-community relations discussed during a lengthy meeting Thursday, June 25 between police and the Public Safety and Health Committee.The committee agreed on several ideas for requiring more transparency and accountability from the Milwaukee Police Department -- ideas which will be taken up by the full Common Council."Are they required to notify us?" asked Alderman Scott Spiker.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police may soon be required to get the approval of the Milwaukee Common Council when buying military-grade weapons and equipment -- one of several ideas on the table amid the goal of improving police-community relations discussed during a lengthy meeting Thursday, June 25 between police and the Public Safety and Health Committee.The committee agreed on several ideas for requiring more transparency and accountability from the Milwaukee Police Department -- ideas which will be taken up by the full Common Council."Are they required to notify us?" asked Alderman Scott Spiker.
More than $20K raised for Starbucks employee who refused to serve customer not wearing a mask
SAN DIEGO -- More than $20,000 has been raised for a Starbucks employee in San Diego who refused to serve a customer because she wasn’t wearing a mask in accordance with local health guidelines.A GoFundMe page was created for the barista, identified as Lenin Gutierrez, after a customer posted a now-viral picture of him on Facebook wearing a mask and complaining that she wasn’t served because she wasn’t wearing one."Meet lenen from Starbucks who refused to serve me cause I'm not wearing a mask.
SAN DIEGO -- More than $20,000 has been raised for a Starbucks employee in San Diego who refused to serve a customer because she wasn’t wearing a mask in accordance with local health guidelines.A GoFundMe page was created for the barista, identified as Lenin Gutierrez, after a customer posted a now-viral picture of him on Facebook wearing a mask and complaining that she wasn’t served because she wasn’t wearing one."Meet lenen from Starbucks who refused to serve me cause I'm not wearing a mask.
MPD: Man shot, seriously injured near 38th and Lisbon
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police department is investigating a shooting that happened in the city's Washington Park neighborhood on Wednesday night, June 24.The shooting took place near 38th and Lisbon around 6:50 p.m. Authorities said the victim -- a 27-year-old Milwaukee man -- sustained serious injuries but is expected to survive.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police department is investigating a shooting that happened in the city's Washington Park neighborhood on Wednesday night, June 24.The shooting took place near 38th and Lisbon around 6:50 p.m. Authorities said the victim -- a 27-year-old Milwaukee man -- sustained serious injuries but is expected to survive.
'They didn't have to burn down the house:' Young siblings join cleanup efforts near 40th and Lloyd
MILWAUKEE -- Ten police officers and one firefighter were hurt when fires were set in the neighborhood near 40th Street and Lloyd Street Tuesday, June 23 -- unrest sparked by a case involving two missing teenagers.
MILWAUKEE -- Ten police officers and one firefighter were hurt when fires were set in the neighborhood near 40th Street and Lloyd Street Tuesday, June 23 -- unrest sparked by a case involving two missing teenagers.
MPD: 28-year-old man suffers injuries after roofing materials ignite at strip mall
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a fire that occurred at 60th and Forest Home Avenue on the city's southwest side on Wednesday, June 24.Contractors were working on a roof at strip mall around 9 a.m. -- and were heating up roofing materials that subsequently ignited.A 28-year-old man suffered moderate injuries.
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police are investigating a fire that occurred at 60th and Forest Home Avenue on the city's southwest side on Wednesday, June 24.Contractors were working on a roof at strip mall around 9 a.m. -- and were heating up roofing materials that subsequently ignited.A 28-year-old man suffered moderate injuries.
Milwaukee police investigate serious crash near 35th and Oriole
MILWAUKEE -- Police are investigating a serious crash that happened Wednesday morning, June 24 near 35th and Oriole in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Police are investigating a serious crash that happened Wednesday morning, June 24 near 35th and Oriole in Milwaukee.
7 officers, firefighter hurt amid unrest near 40th and Lloyd; 3 shot after 2 girls reported missing
MILWAUKEE -- Seven police officers and one firefighter were hurt when fires were set in the neighborhood near 40th Street and Lloyd Street Tuesday, June 23 -- unrest sparked by a case involving two missing teenagers.
MILWAUKEE -- Seven police officers and one firefighter were hurt when fires were set in the neighborhood near 40th Street and Lloyd Street Tuesday, June 23 -- unrest sparked by a case involving two missing teenagers.
MPD: Woman shot, wounded after apparent argument near 25th and Burleigh
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened near 25th and Burleigh on Tuesday, June 23.The victim -- a 28-year-old woman -- sustained non-life threatening injuries.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened near 25th and Burleigh on Tuesday, June 23.The victim -- a 28-year-old woman -- sustained non-life threatening injuries.
MCSO: Report of shots fired closes I-43/94 NB at Becher
MILWAUKEE -- All northbound lanes on I-43 north of W.
MILWAUKEE -- All northbound lanes on I-43 north of W.
Apple introduces hand-washing feature on Apple Watch with 20-second countdown timer
CUPERTINO, Calif. -- Proper hand-washing is pivotal in preventing the spread of germs, a point that’s become particularly highlighted amid the global coronavirus pandemic, and Apple wants to help with a gentle nudge of its wearable tech.A 2018 study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture found that most people don’t wash their hands correctly, including failing to wash for the necessary 20 seconds.Considering this fact, Apple announced a new feature on the Apple Watch which automatically detects hand-washing and initiates a 20-second countdown timer.The watch can pick up signs that the wearer is at a sink, based on motion sensors and the sound of water, according to the Washington Post.If the person finishes early, they’ll be prompted to keep washing.The new feature is part of WatchOS 7, a software update for Apple Watch users coming in the fall.
CUPERTINO, Calif. -- Proper hand-washing is pivotal in preventing the spread of germs, a point that’s become particularly highlighted amid the global coronavirus pandemic, and Apple wants to help with a gentle nudge of its wearable tech.A 2018 study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture found that most people don’t wash their hands correctly, including failing to wash for the necessary 20 seconds.Considering this fact, Apple announced a new feature on the Apple Watch which automatically detects hand-washing and initiates a 20-second countdown timer.The watch can pick up signs that the wearer is at a sink, based on motion sensors and the sound of water, according to the Washington Post.If the person finishes early, they’ll be prompted to keep washing.The new feature is part of WatchOS 7, a software update for Apple Watch users coming in the fall.
Google workers question police department ties: 'We’re disappointed'
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- More than 1,600 Google workers signed a letter to CEO Sundar Pichai, in a bid to prevent the company from continuing to sell products to police departments, according to a report from TechCrunch on Monday.“We’re disappointed to know that Google is still selling to police forces, and advertises its connection with police forces as somehow progressive, and seeks more expansive sales rather than severing ties with police and joining the millions who want to defang and defund these institutions,” the letter, viewed by the publication, stated.Employees specifically pointed out Google's public recognition of a partnership with the Clarkstown, New York, Police Department, which has been sued over claims it engaged in illegal surveillance practices in 2015, pertaining to Black Lives Matters protestors.A spokesperson for Google said workers have made more than 500 product suggestions throughout recent weeks, which are being reviewed.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- More than 1,600 Google workers signed a letter to CEO Sundar Pichai, in a bid to prevent the company from continuing to sell products to police departments, according to a report from TechCrunch on Monday.“We’re disappointed to know that Google is still selling to police forces, and advertises its connection with police forces as somehow progressive, and seeks more expansive sales rather than severing ties with police and joining the millions who want to defang and defund these institutions,” the letter, viewed by the publication, stated.Employees specifically pointed out Google's public recognition of a partnership with the Clarkstown, New York, Police Department, which has been sued over claims it engaged in illegal surveillance practices in 2015, pertaining to Black Lives Matters protestors.A spokesperson for Google said workers have made more than 500 product suggestions throughout recent weeks, which are being reviewed.
Police: Man shot, seriously injured near 60th and Green Tree
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened on the city's north side Tuesday morning, June 23.Authorities said a 32-year-old Milwaukee man was struck around 10:30 a.m. near 60th and Green Tree.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened on the city's north side Tuesday morning, June 23.Authorities said a 32-year-old Milwaukee man was struck around 10:30 a.m. near 60th and Green Tree.
MCSO: Photos of people killed in encounters with law enforcement found hanging from nooses in Riverside Park
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is investigating after six laminated cards were found attached to a tree with nooses in Riverside Park Saturday, June 20.MCSO officials said in a news release Monday, June 22 "the cards depicted the photographs of Black men and women who have been killed in encounters with law enforcement or private citizens, as well as information describing each incident."An investigation was opened "immediately," and is ongoing, MCSO officials said, noting the investigation "has identified pertinent information."The Original Black Panthers of Milwaukee posted about the incident on social media Saturday:Anyone with information was asked to please contact MCSO at 414-278-4788.
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is investigating after six laminated cards were found attached to a tree with nooses in Riverside Park Saturday, June 20.MCSO officials said in a news release Monday, June 22 "the cards depicted the photographs of Black men and women who have been killed in encounters with law enforcement or private citizens, as well as information describing each incident."An investigation was opened "immediately," and is ongoing, MCSO officials said, noting the investigation "has identified pertinent information."The Original Black Panthers of Milwaukee posted about the incident on social media Saturday:Anyone with information was asked to please contact MCSO at 414-278-4788.
'Y'all don't deserve a life:' Burlington man accused of resisting, threatening deputies after pursuit
RACINE COUNTY -- A Burlington man faces multiple charges after prosecutors said he was involved in a high speed pursuit in the Village of Rochester in Racine County on June 15 -- and resisted and threatened deputies trying to arrest him.It happened on Monday, June 15 around 11:30 p.m.David Marshall Jr. 22, faces the following charges:
RACINE COUNTY -- A Burlington man faces multiple charges after prosecutors said he was involved in a high speed pursuit in the Village of Rochester in Racine County on June 15 -- and resisted and threatened deputies trying to arrest him.It happened on Monday, June 15 around 11:30 p.m.David Marshall Jr. 22, faces the following charges:
Fire crews called to house fire in Racine, 5 occupants displaced
RACINE -- Fire officials were called to a house fire near Row Avenue and Howland Avenue Monday afternoon, June 22.As crews arrived shortly after 4 p.m., they saw a man on a balcony who was attempting to contain the fire that started in the second-floor bedroom.
RACINE -- Fire officials were called to a house fire near Row Avenue and Howland Avenue Monday afternoon, June 22.As crews arrived shortly after 4 p.m., they saw a man on a balcony who was attempting to contain the fire that started in the second-floor bedroom.
'The ambulance was taking too long:' Brother remembers man killed in crash after 5 shot
MILWAUKEE -- Five people were shot at a party near 28th Street and Ruby Avenue around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, June 21, according to police.
MILWAUKEE -- Five people were shot at a party near 28th Street and Ruby Avenue around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, June 21, according to police.