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Body found in Lake Michigan at McKinley Park Government Pier
MILWAUKEE - A human body was discovered in Lake Michigan near McKinley Marina on Saturday morning, June 29. According to the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office, the body was found near McKinley Marina on Government Pier at about 8 a.m. A fisherman notified the Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management,...
Most Dangerous Cities in Wisconsin 2024: FBI Data Reveals Shocking Crime Rates – Is Your City on the List?
Crime Statistics Revealed in Wisconsin’s Most Dangerous Cities in 2024. Wisconsin’s Most Dangerous Cities 2024: Key Crime Data You Need to Know. Once upon a time, the biggest worry in Wisconsin was a Packers fan upset over a game, but now the state faces more serious dangers. According to Southwest Journal, the most dangerous cities in Wisconsin for 2024 have been identified using the latest FBI crime data. These cities which include larger places like Milwaukee and Madison have high rates of violent and property crimes. The most dangerous spot is a small town with fewer than 10,000 residents. There’s a clear need for more police with Wisconsin’s crime rates above the national average, security cameras, or drug rehab programs to tackle these issues. Before moving to or visiting these areas it’s important to be aware of their safety risks.
11 people injured when escalator malfunctions in Milwaukee ballpark
MILWAUKEE — Eleven people were injured Saturday when an escalator malfunctioned at American Family Field in Milwaukee following the Brewers’ loss to the Chicago Cubs, a team official said. Six people were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and five others were treated at the ballpark, according to Tyler Barnes,...
Woman turns herself in after fatal shooting on Milwaukee's N. 54th Street
MILWAUKEE — A woman turned herself in following a fatal shooting that happened on Milwaukee's north side on Friday. The incident happened at approximately 10 a.m. on the 2400 block of N. 54th Street. A 35-year-old man sustained fatal injuries and was declared dead at the scene. The suspect,...
1 dead after shooting near Buffum and Chambers
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that happened on Saturday, June 29. It happened near Buffum and Chambers around 6:45 p.m. The 50-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office said that the victim was a man.
Milwaukee shootings: Resolution to ban masks under consideration
MILWAUKEE - At least seven Milwaukee shootings left one person dead and a dozen others injured on Wednesday alone. Common Council members said they're expecting to present a resolution that would ban things like ski masks next week. It's just one step toward turning around a violent summer. "It just...
After 13 people shot Wednesday, Milwaukee leaders say it's time to 'double down' on violence prevention efforts
City leaders are reacting with alarm to a spate of shootings that occurred Wednesday in Milwaukee, calling for more to be done to prevent gun violence and engage youth in the summer. Thirteen people were shot in Milwaukee on Wednesday, including a 25-year-old who died in a shootout with another...
Thirteen Shot in Violent Day in Milwaukee
Milwaukee experienced a violent day on Wednesday with thirteen people shot, one fatally. The shootings began around 4 a.m. at 96th and Beatrice and continued until 6:40 p.m. with three people shot in two separate incidents. The fatal shooting occurred just before noon at 22nd and Roosevelt. Milwaukee Police reported...
Milwaukee Mayor Attributes Violent Wednesday to Easy Access to Guns
Milwaukee’s Mayor, Cavalier Johnson, has attributed the city’s recent surge in shootings to the easy access to firearms. On Wednesday, a series of shootings resulted in 13 people being shot, one fatally. Mayor Johnson called on state and federal governments to address the rising crime in Milwaukee. The...
Milwaukee police: 1-year-old, 20-year-old shot near 44th and Congress
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A 1-year-old and 20-year-old were the victims of a shooting near 44th and Congress. It happened Thursday afternoon, around 12:30 p.m. According to police, suspects in a vehicle fired shots at the victims. The child and 20-year-old victim were transported to a local hospital for treatment...
Fatal Milwaukee shooting; suspect goes to police, turns herself in
MILWAUKEE - One person is dead following a Friday shooting near 54th and Meinecke in Milwaukee. Milwaukee police were dispatched for a shooting just after 10 a.m. A body could be seen under a tarp in the middle of the block. "Somebody needs to tell me if that's my brother...
Milwaukee high-risk traffic stop; man arrested, drugs, guns recovered
MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee police conducted a high-risk traffic stop of a vehicle on Thursday, June 27, which led to an arrest and the recovery of a gun and drugs. Officials say around 7:30 p.m. Thursday, officers conducted the traffic stop near 26th and Capitol. The vehicle matched the description of a vehicle wanted in connection to a shooting.
Silver Alert canceled, missing man found safe
MILWAUKEE - UPDATE: The Silver Alert for John Deuchars has been canceled; he was found safe. The original missing person notice is available below. A Silver Alert was issued on Friday, June 28 for missing 69-year-old John Deuchars, last seen at the Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee. Deuchars is...
Milwaukee men charged with scamming 74-year-old from Beloit
BELOIT — Two Milwaukee men are facing theft, impersonating an officer, false imprisonment and drug charges over an alleged elaborate scam of a 74-year-old Beloit man. Jeremiah Tarver, 32, and Drevon Cobbins, 23, were charged Tuesday with impersonating a police officer, theft of more than $10,000, misdemeanor theft, obstructing an officer and possession of methamphetamine. Tarver is facing additional counts of false imprisonment, burglary, forgery and possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia. ...
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