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Recognizing The Signs Of Human Trafficking

February 12, 2019 - 11:25am

Human trafficking prevention advocates say there are warning signs that parents and even strangers can look for that will help save human trafficking victims.

Wisconsin Crime Lab Testing Delays Grew In 2017

February 12, 2019 - 11:00am

Wisconsin's state crime labs saw increased testing delays in 2017 compared with previous years according to reports obtained by WPR through the state's open records law.

Matthew Rittner's Former Neighbor, Employer Remembers His Kind Disposition

February 12, 2019 - 6:30am

Bill Sorensen, owner of Gas-Lite West bar on South 84th Street in Greenfield remembers his neighbor and slain Milwaukee Police officer Matthew Rittner.

$1M Bond Set In Milwaukee Police Officer Killing

February 11, 2019 - 8:30am

A $1 million cash bond has been set for a Milwaukee man charged with killing a police officer during a drug raid on the suspect's home last week.

Waukesha Police Fatally Shoot Suspect

February 11, 2019 - 8:30am

A police officer has fatally shot a knife-wielding suspect in Waukesha after authorities say the man charged at the officer.

Milwaukee Police Cope With Third Officer Death In 8 Months

February 8, 2019 - 4:00pm

The fatal shooting of Matthew Rittner Wednesday morning was the third time in eight months the Milwaukee Police Department lost an officer in the line of duty.

Coalition Requests Funding To Improve Wisconsin Criminal Justice System

February 8, 2019 - 12:00pm

A coalition of criminal justice agencies and associations are collaborating on a budget proposal package they say will improve the efficiency of the state’s criminal justice system.

Wisconsin Education Department Sued Over Records Dispute

February 8, 2019 - 11:05am

A conservative legal group has sued Wisconsin's education department, saying it improperly withheld public records and illegally told school districts not to immediately release documents.

Milwaukee County District Attorney Begins Review Of Fatal Police Shooting

February 8, 2019 - 10:25am

The Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office is beginning its review of charges against the man suspected of fatally shooting a Milwaukee police officer

Hagedorn Outraises Neubauer In January In State Supreme Court Race

February 8, 2019 - 8:10am

Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Brian Hagedorn outraised challenger Lisa Neubauer in January, but still trails her in overall money raised and cash on hand.

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Recognizing The Signs Of Human Trafficking

Wisconsin Crime Lab Testing Delays Grew In 2017

Matthew Rittner's Former Neighbor, Employer Remembers His Kind Disposition

$1M Bond Set In Milwaukee Police Officer Killing

Waukesha Police Fatally Shoot Suspect

Milwaukee Police Cope With Third Officer Death In 8 Months

Coalition Requests Funding To Improve Wisconsin Criminal Justice System

Wisconsin Education Department Sued Over Records Dispute

Milwaukee County District Attorney Begins Review Of Fatal Police Shooting

Hagedorn Outraises Neubauer In January In State Supreme Court Race

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