Devin Blake

Additional police officers will patrol 27 Milwaukee neighborhoods this summer as part of an ongoing violence-prevention strategy centered on community engagement.

Some say people can change after serving time in prison. But critics question whether people convicted of serious violent crimes should ever be released early.

Critics argue that some of the discharges could have been avoided if the wastewater treatment facilities had been properly managed.

The Milwaukee Police Department has continued to expand the number of surveillance cameras at its disposal. The department says it uses them to help solve crimes, while critics continue to raise concerns over privacy and civil rights.

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A drive-through memorial along Sherman Boulevard honored people killed by gun violence and the families left behind. Organizers said the display was meant to inspire healing and encourage continued investment.

Members of the Community Collaborative Commission say Milwaukee's community-oriented policing plan is in its final stages. The plan establishes expectations for how police should engage with residents and the community.

The Community Collaborative Commission announced during its meeting Thursday that its long-delayed community-oriented policing plan was finally near completion.

Some students say the money would be better spent on teachers, academic opportunities and student support services.

Devin Blake began his career as a journalist at Patch, covering the Southern California communities he grew up in, with a particular focus on local businesses, unemployment, and organizations addressing unmet community needs. As he witnessed the growing homelessness crisis, he transitioned into working as a resource and information coordinator, supporting community groups and nonprofits serving unhoused populations, including the elderly, developmentally disabled, and individuals living with HIV/AIDS. In addition to his community-focused work, Blake has contributed to publications such as New York Magazine, The Onion, and McSweeney’s. He enjoys spending time with his wife and navigating the daily adventures of parenting his young son.