WATCH LIVE: FOX6 Storm Center coverage
Tracking weather in Kenosha County
More thunderstorm warnings
Severe thunderstorm warning
Severe storms possible Wednesday
Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee leaders discuss ongoing police officer recruitment efforts
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson joined the Milwaukee Police Department and leaders from the city’s Fire and Police Commission on Thursday to announce a new police officer recruitment video and website.
What they’re saying:
During the news conference, city leaders also discussed the city’s ongoing efforts to recruit new police officers to grow the size of the department. Those efforts include a partnership with Safeguard Recruiting, a leading law enforcement recruiting agency.
FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android
“The FPC has implemented several strategies and initiatives to improve and modernize recruitment and hiring processes. We now employ a continuous recruitment model, which allows entry-level applicants to apply year round,” said Leon Todd, FPC executive director.
Since the launch of Safeguard’s digital recruitment campaign and candidate nurturing efforts in fall 2025, the city’s police officer applications have more than doubled.
The Source: FOX6 News went to Thursday’s news conference and referenced information from the city.
PLOVER, Wis. (WBAY) – Police in the western part of the state are spreading the word after someone stole over $95,000 worth of Milwaukee-brand tools. Police are concerned that they’ll be sold online or sold outside the state.
Milwaukee-brand tools were stolen from a trailer at a solar farm in Plover.
Police say there were 130 items, including more than 40 half-inch impact guns, multiple wire cutters, grease guns, 80 batteries, and a couple of small generators.
Investigators are warning that buyers who purchase stolen items can have them seized and could lose their money or even face criminal charges if they knew the property was stolen.
Copyright 2026 WBAY. All rights reserved.
WATCH LIVE: FOX6 Storm Center coverage
Tracking weather in Kenosha County
More thunderstorm warnings
Severe thunderstorm warning
Severe storms possible Wednesday
MILWAUKEE – UPDATE: Milwaukee police said Ciara Crump, reported critically missing on Wednesday, has been found safe. The original missing person notice is available below.
The Milwaukee Police Department needs help to find 29-year-old Ciara Crump, a critically missing woman who was last seen near 80th and Marion just after 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 17.
What they’re saying:
Police described Crump as 5 feet, 2 inches tall and 180 pounds with brown eyes and long brown hair. She was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and black pants while carrying a black bag.
FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android
What you can do:
Anyone with information on Crump’s whereabouts is asked to call Milwaukee Police District 7 at 414-935-7272.
-
Movie Reviews7 minutes agoMovie Review: ‘Leviticus’ makes a demon out of desire in an auspicious debut for Adrian Chiarella – Sentinel Colorado
-
World19 minutes agoVideo: A Small Election Could Change British Politics
-
News22 minutes agoInside Trump’s Touring Exhibition of American Heroes
-
Politics27 minutes agoVideo: Erika Kirk’s Message for Women at Turning Point USA
-
Lifestyle57 minutes agoThe second life of a classic: ‘Amores Perros’ is remastered and back in theaters
-
Technology1 hour agoValve is so behind on Steam Controller orders that some won’t ship until 2027
-
World1 hour agoFrom bear hugs to handshakes: How India lost its edge with Trump while Pakistan quietly gained ground
-
Politics1 hour agoNew poll reveals where Americans stand after Trump agreement with Iran
