MPD Spring Merit Awards: Shots fired in District 5, combat awards issued

They take an oath to serve and protect, and on Wednesday night, May 10, dozens of Milwaukee police officers were recognized for going above and beyond in the line of duty last MPD hosted its Spring Merit Awards.

Starbucks adds new cold drinks to its 2023 summer menu

The new menu items are now available at Starbucks stores nationwide "for a limited time," the company said.

Milwaukee business targeted by scammers
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Owners of a Milwaukee business say they were targeted by a scammer. They're sharing their story hoping it does not happen to someone else.

MPD officer pointed service weapon at woman while off duty: complaint

A Milwaukee police officer is now charged with two misdemeanors, accused of pointing his service weapon at an ex-girlfriend while off duty in January.

Jeffrey Epstein-related suit: Virgin Islands says it can’t find Google co-founder Larry Page

The U.S. Virgin Islands government says it's unable to locate Google co-founder Larry Page to serve him a subpoena in an ongoing lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase for allegedly enabling Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking ring, a new federal filing revealed.

Disney updates lawsuit against DeSantis to add new events, including monorail oversight

Disney on Monday amended its free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis to add recent developments in the tit-for-tat fight between the entertainment giant and the Florida governor, such as a new law granting the state unprecedented authority to inspect a monorail system at Disney World.

Google launches no-password log in feature

The passkey feature gives users a new option over a password or two-step verification.

Milwaukee police in city schools; element of GOP shared revenue plan

It is a debate about what it takes to keep your schools safe. If Republicans get their wish, Milwaukee police head back to Milwaukee Public Schools.

Milwaukee Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony; 'We carry you with us'

The Greater Milwaukee Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony was held on Friday, May 5 at the Wisconsin Center in downtown Milwaukee.

Harley-Davidson Museum 'Bike Night' delivers sounds of summer

The Harley-Davidson Museum's "Bike Night," one of the first – and loudest – signs of summer in Milwaukee, kicked off Thursday night, May 4.

MFD outlines new search policy after victims' bodies missed

The Milwaukee Fire Department outlined internal policy changes after crews missed victims at three separate fires in the past two years.

Former MPD Officer Mattioli's trial delayed again

The homicide trial of former Milwaukee Police Officer Michael Mattioli was delayed again Thursday, May 4.

Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office hiring; seeks correctional officers

The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office is looking to hire close to 100 correctional officers – and held a hiring event on Tuesday, May 2 to fill that shortage.