Content referencing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Planned Downtown Development Loses 75% Of Its Apartments
Seven-story building replaced by townhomes.
Apr 16th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Union Members, Activists Slam Tiffany Over Healthcare and Tax Breaks
Protest at Republican party's office charges its candidate for governor 'loves billionaires.'
Apr 16th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Sentencing Date Set in Dugan Case
After conviction, Dugan will be sentenced. But appeal likely.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Federal Litigators Help Area Attorneys With Deportation Cases
60 federal litigators help WI attorneys defend clients detained, facing deportation.
Apr 8th, 2026 by Devin Blake
Evers Vetoes GOP Bill Ending Tax on Overtime and Tips
Also vetos bill requiring counties to cooperate with ICE, and killing 400-year veto.
Apr 4th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
ICE Arrests Milwaukee Islamic Society Leader
Attorneys allege Salah Sarsour targeted over pro-Palestinian speech, DHS cites teenage arrest. Community rallies in his support.
Apr 2nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
City Attorney Freezes Council’s ICE Masking Legislation
Council is angry. 'This is pretty outrageous,' says alderman.
Mar 24th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Eyes Big Fines For Unidentified Officers, But Can It Touch ICE?
New ID rule is part of the ICE Out package, while police mask and aid policies are handled in other ways.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Halts Deportation, ICE Re-Arrests Mother in Milwaukee
Though cleared for green card, Sheboygan Falls woman re-arrested.
Mar 11th, 2026 by Paul Kiefer
Council Moving To Block ICE From City Property
Third piece of 'ICE Out' package gets key endorsement.
Mar 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Signs ‘Sanctuary City’ Resolution, With Key Caveat
Will Trump administration label Milwaukee a 'sanctuary city'?
Mar 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
The Clause in Milwaukee’s ICE Package That Could Trigger ‘Sanctuary City’ Label
Former alderman blasts council's actions.
Mar 5th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
What Will Federal Government Pay For New Milwaukee ICE Office?
Federal officials overrode local zoning and council opposition to create new office.
Mar 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Did Milwaukee Just Make Itself A Sanctuary City?
City Attorney warns of Trump Adm. reaction as council passes 'ICE Out' proposal.
Mar 3rd, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Chambers, Zamarripa Trade Profanity, Barbs Over Policy
Blowup results in Pérez shaking up committee assignments. Could a censure be next?
Feb 17th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Board Passes Ordinance Focused on Keeping ICE Out of Parks
Ordinance restricting "law enforcement staging" intended to keep ICE out of parks.
Feb 6th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee’s ‘ICE Out’ March Fills Downtown Streets
More than 1,000 people convened at Cathedral Square Park amid a nationwide call for a general strike.
Jan 30th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Protesters Rally Against ICE
More than 1,000 protesters demand accountability following high-profile killings in Minneapolis.
Jan 29th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Riverwest Sports Bar Wins Key Approval
After addressing neighbors concerns, Diaspora Sports Bar gets committee approval.
Jan 28th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Sen. Baldwin Demands Secretary Kristi Noem’s Resignation
Says Homeland Security leader 'lying,' causing 'total chaos.' Johnson blames Democrats.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Pretti Killing Becomes Issue in WI Governor’s Race
Republican Tom Tiffany says he hasn't seen video of ICE agents shooting Alex Pretti.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Joins Minnesota Lawsuit Against ICE
ICE's 'extreme and unlawful conduct is ripping at the fabric of our society.'
Jan 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
County Board Wants To Freeze ICE Out of Parks
Supervisors draft vague "law enforcement ordinance."
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
US Transportation Dept Drops ICE Cooperation Requirement
Attempt to tie transportation funding to ICE cooperation falls apart in federal court.
Jan 21st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Judicial Panel Denies Release For Immigrant Jailed Since June
Jaciel Cirrus Rojas was arrested and is still in Dodge County Jail.
Jan 15th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Calls on Republicans to Offer Property Tax Relief
Discussing his final year in office, objects to immigration crackdown.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Immigration Crackdown Straining System, Causing Delays
Delayed background check leaves Wisconsin mother stuck in detention center.
Dec 27th, 2025 by Paul Kiefer
Key Questions in Dugan Trial Take Shape on First Day
Was judge acting suspiciously, or doing her best under difficult circumstances?
Dec 15th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Jury Selected for Dugan Trial
Majority of jury selection conducted in private. Jurors asked about potential bias, prejudice.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Somali Residents in Wisconsin Fearful After Trump’s Remarks, Federal Raids
Though most are US citizens, his warnings and reported 'strike teams' stoking fear.
Dec 4th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
WI Supreme Court Accepts Case Challenging Sheriffs Who Assist ICE
Court's liberal majority agrees to hear suit from immigrant rights group.
Dec 3rd, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
ICE Moving Its Milwaukee Facility
From Downtown to Northwest Side. With maybe a second office still to come.
Dec 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Courts Left With Loose Ends When ICE Detains Criminal Defendants
Bail forfeited, defendants don't get their day in court, victims don't get to testify.
Nov 23rd, 2025 by Paul Kiefer
Why Palmyra Said No to ICE
Village that overwhelmingly voted for Trump -- three times -- rejects his immigration agency.
Nov 18th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Brad Schimel Named Top Federal Prosecutor for Eastern Wisconsin
Interim appointment by Trump administration sidesteps established process.
Nov 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Feds Deport Immigrant After Court Orders His Release
Recent courthouse arrest shows shifting federal tactics in handling immigrants.
Nov 5th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
ICE Arrests Asylum Seekers During Routine Check-In
ICE arrests of Venezuelan immigrants reveal agency's shifting view of asylum.
Oct 31st, 2025 by Paul Kiefer
ICE Seeks Downtown Milwaukee Office To Go With New Field Facility
Nationwide leasing push comes after One Big Beautiful Bill provided agency with billions.
Oct 2nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Manitowoc County Community, Faith Leaders Call For Transparency After ICE Arrests
Federal immigration, law enforcement officials detained 24 people in northeastern Wisconsin county.
Oct 2nd, 2025 by Joe Schulz
Only One Wisconsin Community Applies To Join ICE Program
Village would see its police officers become authorized immigration agents.
Sep 25th, 2025 by Steph Conquest-Ware
Hannah Dugan Jurors Will Be Asked About Politics, News Sources
Case against Milwaukee judge has become partisan, politicized issue.
Sep 20th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Second Federal Agency Moving Into Milwaukee ICE Building
Agency will create new center in facility on Milwaukee's Northwest Side.
Sep 9th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Dugan Case Going To Trial in December
Judge charged with obstructing ICE arrest at Milwaukee courthouse.
Sep 3rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Federal Judge Denies Dugan Motion to Dismiss
September hearing set for Hannah Dugan case after motion to dismiss denied.
Aug 26th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Dane County Sheriff Battles ICE for Custody of Homicide Suspect
Judge orders Honduran immigrant Noelia Martinez-Avila to be transported back to Dane County for prosecution.
Aug 20th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Ann Walsh Bradley Was an Open Records Champion
Supreme Court justice was a model for courts and governments on the issue.
Aug 5th, 2025 by Christa Westerberg
More Wisconsin Sheriffs Sign-Up To Cooperate With ICE
Participation in controversial 287(g) program nearly doubles.
Jul 31st, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Feds Call Dugan’s Legal Arguments ‘Amorphous’
Not to mention 'gerrymandered.' Prosecutors blast Dugan's immunity claim.
Jul 29th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Will Trump’s Policies Hike Wisconsin Restaurant Prices?
Tax cuts on tips will help. Tariffs and immigration crackdowns won't.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Trevor Hook
Dugan Legal Team Strongly Disagrees With Federal Judge
Attorneys still pushing to dismiss criminal case against Judge Hannah Dugan.
Jul 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Federal Judge Recommends Dugan Case Go To Trial
U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman will decide whether to follow advisory opinion.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Judge Dugan Criminal Trial Delayed
Federal government opposes jury questionnaire that asks political questions.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Hundreds in Milwaukee Protest ICE Arrests, Trump’s Use of Military
March comes as anti-ICE protests continue in Los Angeles, other U.S. cities.
Jun 11th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Federal Prosecutors Urge Court Not to Dismiss Case Against Judge Dugan
Her lawyers say she's immune from prosecution for allegedly obstructing ICE agents.
Jun 9th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Milwaukee Hiring Outside Attorneys To Fight Trump Administration
Fears losing funding after being put on new federal list.
Jun 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Man Forges Letter to Frame Immigrant in Milwaukee
Accused of robbery, Demetric Scott wanted to get witness against him deported.
Jun 3rd, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
138 Former Judges Support Dismissing Dugan Case
Retired state and federal judges sign court filing calling for dismissal.
May 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Man Facing Deportation May Have Been Framed By Prior Assailant
Is the federal government blaming an immigrant for an assassination threat they know he didn't make?
May 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
MPS Teacher’s Aide Ordered to Self Deport
Teacher's aide, who is seeking a visa, told to leave country by June 3.
May 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Council, Community Groups Oppose MPD’s Facial Recognition Plans
But Mayor Johnson backs Milwaukee Police searching millions of records.
May 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Dugan Enters Not Guilty Plea During Brief Appearance
Dugan appeared in court following arrest in courthouse ICE case, while protestors rallied outside.
May 15th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Grand Jury Indicts Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan
Prosecutors allege she helped a man evade ICE agents.
May 13th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
ICE Makes Another Courthouse Arrest
Federal immigration agents arrested an individual on Wednesday morning.
May 7th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Duffy Threatens Local Transportation Agencies Over DEI, Immigration
U.S. Transportation secretary warns: obey or lose federal funds.
Apr 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
FBI Report Details Case Against Dugan, ICE Courthouse Arrest
Criminal complaint lays out federal officials view of April 18 courthouse ICE arrest.
Apr 25th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Judge Hannah Dugan Arrested By FBI
Dugan was being investigated for alleged role in helping individual avoid ICE agents.
Apr 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene and Graham Kilmer
ICE Arrests Individuals Inside County Courthouse
ICE provided advance warning to MCSO of one of two recent arrests inside the courthouse.
Apr 4th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
City Wants To Advance Affordable Housing Development, Alderwoman Not So Sure
Alderwoman Larresa Taylor raises concerns about potential 1,145-unit Cudahy Farms development. DCD proposes subsidy.
Mar 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump Administration Creating ‘Chaos’ for Wisconsin’s Schools?
Fear over federal funding and immigration raids. 'The kids are scared.'
Feb 25th, 2025 by Trevor Hook
Some Legislators Want ‘Safe Havens’ to Stay Safe
Proposed bill would keep immigration officers out of all 'safe havens' in Wisconsin.
Feb 18th, 2025 by Devin Blake
Federal Government Confirms ICE Facility For Northwest Side
GSA confirmation allows agency to sidestep local zoning regulations.
Feb 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Teacher’s Aide Spared From Deportation. For Now
Protestors support mother of two daughters whose brother was killed in El Salvador.
Feb 15th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Dane County Will No Longer Send Immigration Data to the Feds
Some 25 Wisconsin counties accept federal funding to send info on immigrants to ICE.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
ICE Can Build Whatever Facility It Wants in Milwaukee
Council learns federal immigration agency can simply bypass local authorities.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City To Host Discussion On ICE Facility, But Attorney Suggests It May Be Moot Point
But there are options the city has to possibly slow or redirect plan.
Jan 30th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
