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Wisconsin Republicans Threaten to Impeach Judge Hannah Dugan

Wisconsin Republicans Threaten to Impeach Judge Hannah Dugan

Resign or face impeachment, state Assembly and Senate leaders warn.

Attorneys Spar Over Dugan’s Intent, Evidence in Closing Arguments

Attorneys Spar Over Dugan’s Intent, Evidence in Closing Arguments

Was Dugan trying her best under difficult circumstances? Or did she intend to take the law into her own hands that day in April?

Defense Rests in Dugan ICE Trial After Brief Case and Character Testimony

Defense Rests in Dugan ICE Trial After Brief Case and Character Testimony

Four witnesses, including two judges and former Mayor Tom Barrett, testified as Dugan’s lawyers argued confusion, not obstruction, drove her actions.

Prosecution Rests Case in Dugan Trial

Prosecution Rests Case in Dugan Trial

Its final witnesses today add to prosecutors' case. Defense will call witnesses, present its response Thursday.

Chief Judge Questioned About ICE Policy, Texts, Emails in Dugan Trial

Chief Judge Questioned About ICE Policy, Texts, Emails in Dugan Trial

Prosecution attempts to use his testimony to show Dugan disobeyed courthouse rules.

Bill to Examine Disappearance, Murders of Black Women Gets Public Hearing

Bill to Examine Disappearance, Murders of Black Women Gets Public Hearing

Bill has two Republican co-sponsors. Senate never voted on last effort.

Fellow Judge Testifies in Dugan Case

Fellow Judge Testifies in Dugan Case

Circuit Court Judge Kristela Cervera helps support federal criminal case against Judge Hannah Dugan.

Key Questions in Dugan Trial Take Shape on First Day

Key Questions in Dugan Trial Take Shape on First Day

Was judge acting suspiciously, or doing her best under difficult circumstances?

After Pioneering Work Release for Prisoners, Wisconsin Goes Backwards

After Pioneering Work Release for Prisoners, Wisconsin Goes Backwards

Today, corrections officials don't even know how many prisoners have such jobs.

MKE County: Legal Filing Describes ‘Horrid Living Conditions’ at County Jail
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ACLU, Legal Aid Society ask court to hold Milwaukee County in contempt for jail conditions.

Jury Selected for Dugan Trial

Jury Selected for Dugan Trial

Majority of jury selection conducted in private. Jurors asked about potential bias, prejudice.

‘Sextortion’ Now A Crime in Wisconsin

‘Sextortion’ Now A Crime in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers signs several bills into law.