Criminal Justice

Republicans Push Wiretapping Bill

More aggressive intercepting of social media than federal law permits, ACLU charges.

Assembly Democrats Prioritize Sustainable, Long Term Investment in Community Safety and Law Enforcement

Fusion Center Raises Questions About Privacy

Milwaukee police use it to track protestors, emails show.

Wiretapping Bill Raises Concerns

Some legislators, privacy advocates concerned about use of pen register and trap/trace devices.

MyPath Names Tenecia Waddell-Pyle Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Gov. Evers Appoints Clay Porter as Richland County Sheriff

Coins Celebrate Policing of Kenosha Protests

Kenosha Sheriff sends commemorative coins to other police agencies, officials who helped.

Sickle Cell Excuses Killings By Police?

3 of 47 such deaths nationally were in Milwaukee, but county medical examiner defends his decisions.

Use-of-Force Policy Popular With Police

Company wrote policy used by Brooklyn Center and dozens of Wisconsin law enforcement agencies.

Racial Bias Found in Pot Prosecutions

Black Wisconsinites 4.3% more likely to be prosecuted for pot possession, new study finds.

Crowley: Milwaukee County Courthouse, Safety Building, and Criminal Justice Facility to Close at 2:00 PM Today

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

The Legislature’s Lack of Action is Shameful

Democrats Unveil A New Kind of Convention Keynote

Tuesday's program will kick off with a united call to action from the future of the Democratic Party

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Calls on Transforming Criminal Justice System Through Racial Equity Lens

New American Civil Liberties Union Study Highlights Wisconsin Probation and Parole System’s Contributions to Mass Incarceration

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 250,000 specimens collected for COVID testing; statewide testing continues this week

Press Release: Gov. Evers Appoints Suzanne O’Neill as Marathon County Circuit Court Judge

Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 100,000 specimens collected for COVID-19 testing

Could Floyd’s Killing Lead to State Reform?

Evers calls for long-delayed bill on deadly use of force by police to be taken up by Legislature.

Milwaukee County Executive

Crowley and Larson vie for the top executive position in Milwaukee County.

Some ‘Tougher on Crime’ Bills Passed

Gov. Evers vetoed most, but signed a few.

Two Opposite Visions of Criminal Justice

State Reps. Evan Goyke and Joe Sanfellipo espouse different visions for law enforcement in Wisconsin.

County Executive Candidates

Crowley, Larson, Lipscomb and Nath vie to advance to general election, replace Chris Abele.

Jim Sullivan endorses David Crowley for County Executive

Six municipal leaders announce endorsement of David Crowley for Milwaukee County Executive

State Representative JoCasta Zamarripa endorses David Crowley for County Executive

Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm endorses David Crowley for County Executive

GOP Lawmakers Push “Tougher on Crime” Legislation

Package of bills draws major criticism and concern from committee, citizens.

Milwaukee Alderman Cavalier Johnson endorses David Crowley for Milwaukee County Executive

Mayor Bryan Kennedy endorses David Crowley for County Executive

League of Women Voters February 8 Public Issues Forum: Pathways to Criminal Justice Reform

Free program will be held in the 1st Floor Conference Center at Summit Place, 6737 W. Washington Street, West Allis.

Gov. Evers Appoints Chief Judge Maxine White to the Wisconsin Court of Appeals

Crowley Raises Over $53,000 for County Executive Race

FPC Leader Submitted Inaccurate Resume

Aldrete falsely stated she taught a criminal justice course for three years at MATC.

Dr. Kimo Ah Yun named next permanent provost at Marquette University

Former communication dean has served as acting provost for the past year

Gov. Evers Appoints Michael Albrecht as Sauk County District Attorney

Albrecht currently serves as assistant district attorney in the Sauk County District Attorney’s Office, where he has worked for more than eight years.

Rep. David Crowley announces bid for Milwaukee County Executive

“Growing up in a struggling family in Milwaukee County, I know what it’s like to be reliant on County services and what that really means to people in our community.”

UW System honors achievements of LGBTQ+ advocates and their allies across UW System

13 honorees of 2019 Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+ People

ARCo Presents: They Don’t Pay? We Won’t Pay! By Dario Fo and Cyclops: A Monsterpiece

After the triumph of their inaugural production of Jean Claude van Itallie’s America Hurrah, ARCo is proud to announce their new fall offerings

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #41 Recreating the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The Myth of Easy Prison Reform

It’s caused by misinformation about “non-violent offenders” and “crimeless revocations.”

Pot Policies All Over the Map

Fully legal in 11 states, medical pot okay in 22 states, much division over how to handle it.

Senator Taylor Pushes Juvenile Corrections Reform

"I’ve been calling for something to be done about Lincoln Hills for years."

Taylor Sexual Contact by Law Enforcement Officer Bill Receives Diverse Support

"I am thankful for the law enforcement agencies that agreed with the legislation and my colleagues that have helped to champion its merits."

Representative McGuire Appointed to Assembly Committees

"These committee appointments will allow Representative McGuire to be a voice for the issues that make a difference to the people of Kenosha."

OWI Treatment Court “Changes Lives”

Special court gives drunk drivers tools to overcome dependency, reduce recidivism.

State Representative David Crowley joins WHEDA board

“I am honored and excited to join the board of WHEDA,” said Crowley.

Courts Jail the Poor, Rich Go Free

Judges question constitutionality of system jailing poor defendants for inability to pay bail.

Ex-Inmates Group Pushes Criminal Justice Reform

Asks Evers for increased accountability, mental health resources and re-entry support.

Evers Embraces Expertise

Hiring talented people, appointing expert advisors, who knew you could govern that way?

Evers Has Many Advisers

And they are being asked to take on a huge agenda of possible reforms.

Evers Forms Panel On Prison Reform

Includes two former Supreme Court justices, three former prisons administrators.

Lucas Names Gorens-Levey and Lovern as Transition Co-Chairs

Earnell Lucas was elected as the 65th Sheriff of Milwaukee County on November 6, 2018.

Marquette Provost Dan Myers stepping down; Dr. Kimo Ah Yun named acting provost

An accomplished scholar and teacher, Ah Yun has received awards from California State University, Sacramento, and the International Communication Association.

Apologize or Resign, Lawyers Tell Judge

Judge Borowski had defense lawyer handcuffed and jailed; state attorneys group outraged.

The Role of Art and Artists in Criminal Justice Reform Discussed at Three-Day Symposium

’The Milwaukee Model: Envisioning the Role of the Arts in Criminal Justice Reform’ explores how arts programming may help change perspectives on the criminal justice system

Perspectives of Incarcerated Individuals Highlighted in New Exhibition at Milwaukee Art Museum

The San Quentin Project: Nigel Poor and the Men of San Quentin State Prison features stories from inside prison through photographs and a podcast.

WWBIC New SBA Veteran’s Business Outreach Center (VBOC) for Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota Director and New Northeastern Regional Project Director now on board

Ana Simpson has been brought on to the WWBIC Team and will lead the VBOC@WWBIC.

LaShawndra Vernon Named Executive Director at Artists Working in Education

Vernon has a wealth of non-profit executive leadership and fund development experience.

Governor Walker Appoints Chief Deputy Scott Knudson as St. Croix County Sheriff

Knudson, a resident of Somerset, Wisconsin, holds over 21 years of law enforcement experience, all of which have been in the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office.

A Bill Providing Pathways to Employment for Youthful Offenders Receives Public Hearing

Bipartisan legislation would fix Wisconsin’s outdated expungement law

Local Leaders Demand Clarke’s Removal

Legislators, community leaders call on Gov. Walker to remove sheriff from office.

Representative Zepnick Supports Marcy’s Law for Wisconsin

“Protecting victim’s rights is of the utmost importance to ensuring justice.”

Drunk Driving Bill Costs $15 Million Per Year

Department of Corrections estimates minimum cost of get-tough bill.

Plan to Kill Parole Board Criticized

Walker wants one person to make all decisions, plan called “cruel and inhumane.”

Methamphetamine Abuse in Wisconsin Expands 250 Percent

Wisconsin DOJ, FBI, DEA, and Marshfield Clinic Brief Legislators

Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Third Term

“I am honored to represent the community that I love”

Rep. Barca Announces Democratic Committee Assignments for Upcoming Legislative Session

“I am excited about the wealth of experience, dedication and talent our Democratic members will bring to their respective committees”

Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin backs multi-agency project to share opioid data

Initiative will create nation’s largest opioid overdose surveillance system

Legislature Resists Background Checks for Guns

18 states require them, 85% of state residents support them, but Walker, GOP resist.

Sylville Smith Probe Looks Suspicious

AG Brad Schimel’s links to Milwaukee Police raise questions about his investigation.

Koch Brothers Impact on GOP Convention

Their impact on Republican platform and candidates — all but Trump — was “huge!”

UWM Alumni Assocation to Honor More Than 20 Indivduals, Businesses

The 22 individual recipients and one corporate partner were chosen for awards based on their outstanding professional achievements, civic involvement and partnerships with the university.

10 Lessons After Dallas

How can Milwaukee and the nation assure that black lives and blue lives matter?

How Colorado Reduced Solitary Confinement

It’s nearly been eliminated, while Wisconsin has made only a small reduction in solitary confinement.

Governor Walker Appoints Two Judges to the Sheboygan County Circuit Court

Governor Scott Walker appointed Kent Hoffmann to Branch 2 and Daniel Borowski to Branch 5 of the Sheboygan County Circuit Court today.

Seeking The Truth About Zipcode 53206

International group's “portal” will trigger stories, conversations in city’s poorest area.

Walker Administration and Republican Legislators Must Also Be Held Accountable for Corrections Crisis

Assembly Democrats Request Audit of Department of Corrections

Rep. Barnes and Rep. Goyke Statement on Visit to Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lake School for Girls Facility

“Unfortunately, it has come to state and federal investigations to showcase how yet another piece of our state has spiraled out of control under the watch of Gov. Walker and legislative Republicans,” said Rep. Barnes.

Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2015 Panels


Chicago Tribune film critic, Michael Phillips, to deliver Keynote Address;
 Panels on Policing and Education highlight the imperative and topical nature of festival documentaries

Stories Legislators Tell Each Other

Sometimes personal stories told by legislators trump statistics or sound-bite speeches.

Governor Scott Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes

Today, Governor Scott Walker announced the following administrative staff changes

Does “Broken Windows” Theory Hurt Milwaukee?

Police Chief Ed Flynn is one of the foremost practitioners of aggressive policing getting national criticism.

Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Second Term

“I am honored and humbled to continue representing my community here in the State Legislature.”

Rep. Goyke to Lead Assembly Democrats on Criminal Justice and Public Safety

“As the Ranking Democrat on this important Committee, I pledge to work with anyone, from any party, and any part of the State, toward our shared goal of a safer and truly equal Wisconsin.”

Washington Park Neighborhood and MPD Awarded National MetLife Foundation Community-Police Partnership Award

Mobilizing Residents/Partnerships leads to improved neighborhood safety

Rep. Goyke Announces Candidacy for Assembly Democratic Leader

“Today I am announcing my candidacy for Assembly Democratic Leader.”

Representative Goyke: Assembly Republicans Fail to Expand Access to Mental Health Services for Victims of Sexual Assault

State Rep. Goyke issued the following statement in response to the Wisconsin State Assembly adjourning without passing Assembly Bill 518.

Representative Goyke Testifies on Assembly Bill 518 – “Lindsey’s Law”

Today, State Representative Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) testified before the Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice in support of Assembly Bill 518, “Lindsey’s Law.”

Rep. Richards Reaffirms Call to Pass Universal Background Checks Law

Today, Rep. Jon Richards (D-Milwaukee) reaffirmed his call for a public hearing and passage of his bill to require criminal background checks for all firearms transactions in Wisconsin.

Services at the Courthouse Return to Regular Hours

All public services on the first floor of the Milwaukee County Courthouse are returning to regular hours on Tuesday, July 23rd.

Courthouse Opening First Floor Services to the Public

Offices Opening at 10am