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Algorithms Can Decide Pre-Trial Jail
Counties increasingly use controversial data tools when deciding to bail or jail people.
Feb 22nd, 2019 by Emily Hamer
Evers Hires Private Lawyers In Lame Duck Case
Suit seeks to overturn Republican laws limiting governor’s powers.
Jan 29th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Groups Will Sue Against Lame Duck Laws
Will argue entire “extraordinary” session was illegal, demanding all laws be struck down.
Jan 10th, 2019 by Shawn Johnson
Women’s March Brings Thousands Downtown
As one attendee puts it, “the stakes are too high, I can’t stay home.”
Jan 22nd, 2018 by Laura Thompson
Federal Medicaid Critical to Schools
State schools got $107 million in 2015, helped pay for school nurses.
Apr 25th, 2017 by Jon Peacock
Medicaid Block Grants Could Hurt Wisconsin
20% of state’s citizens, 1.1 million, depend on Medicaid. Block grant system would threaten them with cutbacks.
Jan 9th, 2017 by Barbara Beckert
Four Candidates For Muni Court Judge
Incumbent Judge Valarie Hill faces three challengers and many questions.
Jan 6th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Judge Hill May Face Three Challengers
Valarie Hill, a judge since 2004, is being challenged for municipal court’s failings.
Dec 16th, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
Report Finds Mental Health Care Issues
Public Policy Forum says system improved but hard to navigate.
Nov 20th, 2015 by Matthew Wisla
Mental Health Care Reform Still Has Issues
Milwaukee County struggles making transition to a community-based mental healthcare model.
Oct 21st, 2015 by Matthew Wisla
State Ending Long-Term Institutional Care for Disabled?
Walker budget continues years-long trend, experts disagree on its impact.
Mar 9th, 2015 by Sean Kirkby
County Mental Health Board’s Slow Start Prompts Questions
Volunteer board and emphasis on community-based care has worked in other cities but going slow here.
Dec 17th, 2014 by Matthew Wisla
