Public Safety

We all know Smokey Bear, but do you know about Torchy Timberloss? He’s Wisconsin’s very own fire mascot, and the Wisconsin DNR recently brought him out of retirement.

Since the Milwaukee Police Department changed their pursuit policy a decade ago, the number of pursuits have skyrocketed. One nationwide analysis says that approach is incredibly costly and dangerous.

Brady Street is one of Milwaukee’s most dangerous streets for traffic injuries and fatalities. City of Milwaukee Engineer Kevin Muhs shares how the city aims to change that.

Over 800 Milwaukee-area residents shared concerns about public safety and poor living conditions at Common Ground's 2025 fall assembly.

Hundreds gathered last week for the city’s first public meeting on how Milwaukee officials plan to redesign North Water Street.

Mayor Cavalier Johnson says reckless drivers 'infuriate' him.

After 20 years, Wisconsin will again offer state-funded driver's education grants starting in July.

The Department of Public Works' Neighborhood Traffic Management Program offers engineering solutions to traffic safety concerns. This explainer guide breaks down how community members can access the program.

Wisconsin has two new laws that are meant to curb reckless driving and carjacking. On Wednesday, Gov. Tony Evers spoke at a bill signing ceremony at Grace Lutheran Evangelical Church in Milwaukee.

Legislators brought two new bills before an Assembly committee Tuesday that would raise fines and jail time for various reckless driving offenses and allow municipalities to impound cars.