N. Portland street takeovers went unchecked Sunday because cops were busy on another call

Milwaukee leaders propose $500 fines for spectators at dangerous 'street takeovers'

Local leaders including Mayor Cavalier Johnson, Milwaukee Police and the Councils Chair of the Public Safety and Health Committee are working to stop "street takeovers" on Milwaukee streets through a proposed city ordinance.READ ALSO: Witness alarmed by Milwaukee intersection 'car takeovers' endangering publicThe new ordinance would impose a minimum fine of $500 for those cited as spectators at a street takeover.Street takeovers are a dangerous …

N. Portland street takeovers went unchecked Sunday because cops were busy on another call

Portland police say they lacked the staff to try to break up a series of illegal street takeover events Sunday night.