Friday on Lake Effect: A History of Policing in Milwaukee, New Milwaukee Flag, Fall Movie Preview

Friday on Lake Effect:

Today on the show, a new history of the Milwaukee Police Department looks at some of its successes and its biggest missteps since it was formed in the 19^th Century.  Later, why one Milwaukee graphic designer thinks it’s high time for a new Milwaukee flag.  And film critic Dave Luhrssen joins us for a Fall movie preview.

Guests:

• George Kelling, author, Policing In Milwaukee: A Strategic History
• Harold Breier, former MPD Chief (1984, archival)
• Steve Kodis, graphic designer
• Dave Luhrssen, film contributor
• Jaimee Hills, poet

Segments:

• The History of Policing in Milwaukee: From Prevention to Response
• Wisconsin Native Wants to Give Milwaukee the Flag It Deserves
• 2015 Fall Movie Preview: Strong Female Leads and True Stories
• Poem: Keys to the Kingdom