Milwaukee County News

The Milwaukee County medical examiner's office is investigating the death of a 7-day-old boy as a homicide.

This past spring, many of you may have heard of, or viewed news reports pertaining to Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke's public service announcements that made national news.

As previously reported on this Blog here , Derek Williams died in Milwaukee Police Department custody in July 2011.

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Jeffrey A. Wagner called a mistrial Monday morning in the case of Billy Griffin, who was charged in the death of rapper Evon Young.

The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner has confirmed that the man who fell into the Milwaukee River on Sunday has passed away.

Only moments from theaters and museums, this hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin offers guests a variety of convenient services and comfortable amenities for a memorable stay.

The busts were part of the continued enforcement of the Milwaukee County Sheriff Office's "Operation Drive Sober" program.

A home fire impacts the life of an American family every 85 seconds. By providing an early warning and critical extra seconds to escape, smoke alarms cut in half your family's risk of dying in a home fire - but only if they work.

A Potawatomi shooting is under investigation after a woman was shot in the leg at the bingo casino in Milwaukee over a confrontation with her boyfriend, resulting in a chaotic scene for frightened gamblers, CBS58News reported on June 16. The shooting at Potawatomi Bingo Casino occurred about 1:30 a.m. Sunday, police said.

Medallions will start appearing in sidewalks in front of Whitefish Bay homes that are architecturally unique or have a historic interest.

Madison - Last year in Wisconsin, $9.5 million in bail money from criminals was used to compensate their victims and help run the state's legal system - money that Right now, when defendants post bail, county clerks of court hold on to the money.

South Shore officials have joined in opposing a possible state study that would consider tearing down the high-profile Daniel Hoan Memorial Bridge.

Meeting early Monday morning, the North Shore Fire Department Board of Directors approved the department's 2012 budget but acknowledged it may have to make adjustments depending on the resolution of cuts proposed in the Milwaukee County 2012 budget.

Chronic Crisis: Milwaukee County's mental health system focuses less on continual care and more on emergency treatment than any in the nation.

Milwaukee County's mental health system is facing grave challenges. The inpatient and long-term care units at the Mental Health Complex have been cited repeatedly for failure to provide quality care and to keep patients safe.

One of the Ernest Flagg Stone Masonry Houses of Milwaukee County, this residence was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 12, 1985.

One must ask if this son of a clergyman has any feelings or understanding for or about less fortunate people.

Friday June 14th, beginning at 1:00 PM The Milwaukee County Zoo - Kohl's Wild Theater All ages are welcome! Vampires, aliens, and more! This back-to-back blockbuster includes short plays featuring Wisconsin animals.

An 81-year-old woman who died when the minivan she was riding in was hit by a cement truck in Oak Creek was identified Friday as Beatrice Fouts, of Milwaukee.

It's Flag Day, and Milwaukee County presented Storm Team 4 Chief Meteorologist John Malan with a top honor for his service and sacrifice to our country.