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Green Bay police investigating politically motivated graffiti on local businesses
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Several businesses in Green Bay returned to the workweek to find graffiti on their buildings, with messages appearing to be politically motivated. The affected businesses are located at the corner of Oneida Street and Mason Street. The graffiti included messages such as 'Go Trump,' prompting concern among community members. Green Bay police respond to viral video of arrest at Bay Beach Amusement Park Local 5 News received a tip from a citizen who believes the vandalism may be connected to this weekend's No Kings Protests. 'Now that's advertising for somebody else in the years to come to add to it,' said the concerned citizen. 'This is Green Bay. Do we want that in our community?' Authorities seek information after vandalism at Sidie Hollow Park in Wisconsin The Green Bay Police Department confirmed they are aware of the incident and are actively investigating. No additional details have been released at this time. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Politics
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Green Bay Police Chief Chris Davis provides details on local immigration enforcement policies
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Amidst nationwide immigration enforcement protests and raids, Green Bay Police Chief Chris Davis answered some of the most commonly asked questions regarding local policies on the recent actions. In an over 13-minute video uploaded to YouTube by the Green Bay Police Department, Chief Davis answered nearly a dozen questions people have posed about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) policies and what local officials would do concerning immigration enforcement in the city. 'No Kings' anti-Trump military parade protests planned all across Wisconsin on Saturday The questions from the video are listed below, with a summarization of answers from Chief Davis: Is the Green Bay Police Department assisting ICE with arrests? Chief Davis said in the video that the department isn't assisting and that they've had no communication with ICE since well before January 1. Arrests are made under federal authority that local police don't have, and it wouldn't be appropriate for the Green Bay Police to do so. Why are so many people appearing to be jailed in Brown County on an 'ICE Safekeeper' hold? Chief Davis said the department believes they were immigration enforcement arrests potentially through an agreement with the jail; however, they are not involved with as they do not have the lawful authority to make arrests solely based on immigration charges. How does someone locate a detainee currently in ICE custody? The Immigration and Customs Enforcement website has a locator system at What is the Green Bay Police Department's current policy regarding cooperation with ICE? Chief Davis said that federal law prohibits local government officials from stopping employees from cooperating with immigration enforcement; however, they are not required to cooperate with ICE. The Green Bay Police Department's policy is to evaluate any request from federal government bodies on a case-by-case basis, considering if it's an appropriate use of city resources and its potential impact on public safety. Chief Davis said that officers are asked to let officials know if they have had contact with ICE; however, no such case has been law prohibits anybody from impeding a federal enforcement group from doing their duties, as they have jurisdiction here. Chief Davis added that they have expectations of all law enforcement groups, whether it's local, state or federal, that they do their work in a lawful manner with respect to the community. The Green Bay Police Department, according to Chief Davis, does not receive notice, and they have not received any related to immigration; however, this does not mean they will not be notified in the future. The Green Bay Police Department may be prohibited from publicly informing residents about an upcoming ICE raid, as sometimes they are confidential. Similar to a search warrant related to another case, it could create safety issues if public notice is issued in advance. ICE could notify the public if it chooses to. The First Amendment gives a constitutional right to free speech and to peaceably assemble, and it applies to all people in the United States. The Green Bay Police Department takes this very seriously, especially with the rise in protests. Chief Davis said that while protest isn't a crime, crime is not a protest, and that officials won't tolerate property damage, safety threats to anybody and people who choose to be violent will be held accountable. Chief Davis also added that he understands most people who come out for protests have no intention to commit crimes, but that it is their responsibility to protect and ensure the right to peacefully enforcement activities require planning, which is confidential, as it is part of a code of ethics, Chief Davis said in the video. It is not up to the Green Bay Police Department to talk about things that may be happening enforcement-wise unless it's part of the plan to publicize things like traffic regulation. Chief Davis said that any law enforcement agencies wishing to come into the Green Bay community are encouraged to talk to the local police first because they know best what works in this area, and may be willing to help as long as it's legal without a negative impact on the people. Chief Davis said that the Green Bay Police Department is here to keep anybody and everybody in the city safe, no matter what. 'It is not relevant to that work for us to ask someone what their immigration status is. If you have a problem, as in being the victim of a crime or there's a safety issue, we're not going to ask you about your immigration status; we don't need to know that.' 'Immigration enforcement is not our responsibility, and federal immigration policy is not something that I can influence. We all took an oath to keep our community safe and to serve the community that's here in Green Bay right now and that has not changed.' fact from fiction on social media? 'One of the biggest problems we're seeing right now is this proliferation of rumors and misinformation on social media,' Chief Davis said. 'There's a lot of energy on this issue right now and people have very strong feelings on it, and that's what people who spread misinformation on social media count on, that the heightened emotions on these issues will make it easier for people to believe things that aren't true.' Chief Davis said to take everything on social media with a grain of salt, whether it's using a fact-checking site or other resources to learn more accurate information.'The Green Bay Police Department is here to keep people safe,' Chief Davis said. 'At the same time, the federal government has its authority and it's not appropriate for us to impede that. We all have opinions, I've got mine, but in our organization, we don't let those opinions get in the way of our work.' The Green Bay Police Department's focus is local public safety, and Chief Davis says it will not get into the business of immigration enforcement as they aren't trained for it. The video can be watched in full at the following link. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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02-06-2025
- General
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Green Bay Metro Fire Department alerting residents of scam involving fake inspectors
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in Green Bay are alerting the public to a scam involving individuals making unsolicited phone calls and pretending to be fire inspectors. According to the Green Bay Metro Fire Department, these scammers might request access to a home or building while asking for payments for inspections. Kiel residents advised to lock cars after reported break-in attempts Fire officials say the Green Bay Metro Fire Department does conduct fire inspections, but will never ask for payments over the phone or during unexpected visits. They add that representatives of the fire department will also always be in uniform and arrive with a GBMFD-marked vehicle. Anyone who has someone come to their home or business and is requesting payments for fire inspections, asking for access to the home or building, and/or is portraying themselves as a fire department representative is asked to contact the Green Bay Police Department. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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28-05-2025
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GBPD: Second driver faces charges in Velp Avenue head-on crash, identify two from Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – The Green Bay Police Department (GBPD) provided an update on the early April head-on crash on Velp Avenue, including information that a second driver was charged and the identities of both men. According to a release from GBPD, a second driver allegedly involved in the two-vehicle head-on crash that happened on April 1 on Velp Avenue now faces charges. Wisconsin man suffers serious, life-threatening injuries following crash, arrested for OWI Officers say that witnesses claimed that a black GMC Sierra 1500 pickup truck was racing a red Dodge Challenger before crashing into a van at the intersection of Wilson Avenue. On May 22, charges were filed against 35-year-old Timothy Mossberger of Green Bay, who was identified to be driving the GMC Sierra 1500. On April 3, the Brown County District Attorney's Office charged the driver of the Challenger, 22-year-old Jason Wright, also of Green Bay. Victims identified in fatal I-43 wrong-way crash; charges expected Three people were treated for serious injuries as a result of the crash. Charges include: Timothy Mossberger Second-Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety – Two Counts Jason Wright Second-Degree Reckless Injury – Two Counts Operating Motor Vehicle While Suspended – Cause Great Bodily Harm – Two Counts No additional information was provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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23-05-2025
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Green Bay man dies following motorized bicycle crash on Cherry Street
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities have confirmed that a 53-year-old man who suffered life-threatening injuries in a motorized bicycle crash on May 17 has died. The crash happened just before 8 a.m. in the 1300 block of Cherry Street on Green Bay's east side and involved another motorized bicyclist. The man died from his injuries on Sunday, May 18. His identity has not been released. Memorial Day gas prices drop across Wisconsin, easing travel costs The other bicyclist involved sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and authorities say no criminal charges are expected at this time. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Green Bay Police Department at 920-448-3200. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
