Milwaukee-Area Lawmakers Want More Reckless Driving Safeguards in Response to Street Takeovers

Milwaukee-area lawmakers want more reckless driving safeguards in response to street takeovers

Milwaukee-area lawmakers are calling for state government to pass more measures to crack down on reckless driving after a rash of so-called street takeovers.Thats when drivers and large groups of spectators illegally gather in intersections, blocking traffic to perform donuts and burnouts, light off fireworks, and race. The Milwaukee Police Department has reported more than 50 street takeovers in the city so far this year.WATCH: Milwaukee-area l…

Milwaukee street takeovers; support for new ordinance, $500 fine

Milwaukee police responded to another street takeover, this one on Sunday night, June 8, 2025.

Bill Gives Milwaukee More Leeway to Impound Recklessly Driven Cars

Proposal passed Assembly, Senate okay likely. Will police use expanded authority?