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Sentencing Date Set in Dugan Case
After conviction, Dugan will be sentenced. But appeal likely.
Apr 10th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Federal Judge Won’t Vacate Dugan Conviction
Judge Lynn Adelman denies motions for new trial and to overturn conviction.
Apr 6th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
ACLU, County in Legal Battle Over Jail
County wants to dismiss class action lawsuit. ACLU insists jail still has problems to fix.
Mar 31st, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Senate Stalls Justice For All Act, Court Backlog Fixes Pushed To 2027
Republican divisions and an unwritten rule leave new judges and defenders on hold statewide.
Mar 20th, 2026 by Andrew Kennard
Embroiled in Legal Battle, Downtown Steakhouse Will Close
High-end restaurant faces lawsuit for allegedly breaching lease.
Mar 17th, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
Rep. Ortiz-Velez Enters Plea for Disorderly Conduct Charge
Sylvia Ortiz-Velez was charged after allegedly threatening to leak damaging information about colleague.
Mar 13th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
See Inside New Juvenile Detention Facility
New 32-bed facility part of state plan to regionalize juvenile detention facilities
Mar 5th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Appoints New Replacement for Judge Jeffrey Wagner
Prior appointee was moved after Dugan's resignation.
Feb 27th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Rep. Ortiz-Velez Charged With Disorderly Conduct
Milwaukee Assembly member charged with 'personal attacks' against a colleague.
Feb 25th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
No Milwaukee Judge Will Accept Tearman Spencer Criminal Case
Two different criminal cases against Spencer will be heard in different county.
Feb 25th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Felony Backlog in Milwaukee at Historic High
District Attorney’s Office has more than 10,000 unresolved felony matters.
Feb 16th, 2026 by Devin Blake
Court Rules Against Public’s Access to Beach Along Lake Michigan
Paul Florsheim got a $313 trespassing citation. Shorewood judge's ruling will be appealed.
Jan 31st, 2026 by Evan Casey
State Juvenile Prisons Finally Complete Court-Ordered Reforms
Evers and ACLU jointly request federal court restrictions be lifted.
Jan 28th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Former SDC Properties Repossessed by Lender at Auction
Once mighty anti-poverty agency sees five parcels of properties auctioned off.
Jan 28th, 2026 by Meredith Melland
Evers Shifts Judicial Appointee to Fill Dugan’s Seat
Governor taps judicial appointee for different branch to take Dugan's seat.
Jan 7th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Has Appointed 63 Judges
Along with many district attorneys, sheriffs, registers of deeds and coroners.
Jan 5th, 2026 by Steven Walters
Milwaukee Paid $10 Million in Policing Settlements in 2025
And tacked on even more for a run-away garbage truck and other issues.
Jan 1st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Maxine White Retiring in April
Evers will appoint replacement for WI Court of Appeals District 1 Chief Judge.
Dec 30th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Evers Announces Judge Wagner’s Replacement
Governor appoints assistant DA Owen Piotrowski to circuit court seat.
Dec 24th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Hannah Dugan Seeks New Trial
Milwaukee judge seeks new trial after felony obstruction conviction.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
After Dugan Verdict Comes Politics and Courthouse Uncertainty
Milwaukee judge has become national symbol of clash over ICE arrests.
Dec 21st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Jury Delivers Split Verdict in Dugan Trial
Dugan acquitted of concealing, found guilty of felony obstruction. Defense attorney says case is "a long way from over."
Dec 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
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?
Dec 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
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.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Prosecution Rests Case in Dugan Trial
Its final witnesses today add to prosecutors' case. Defense will call witnesses, present its response Thursday.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Chief Judge Questioned About ICE Policy, Texts, Emails in Dugan Trial
Prosecution attempts to use his testimony to show Dugan disobeyed courthouse rules.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Fellow Judge Testifies in Dugan Case
Circuit Court Judge Kristela Cervera helps support federal criminal case against Judge Hannah Dugan.
Dec 16th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
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
Legal Filing Describes ‘Horrid Living Conditions’ at County Jail
ACLU, Legal Aid Society ask court to hold Milwaukee County in contempt for jail conditions.
Dec 11th, 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
When Safety Building Is Razed, Where Will Criminal Cases Be Heard?
It's all in the county's plan. And will the sheriff's office get a shooting range?
Dec 9th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee Forge Sells for $4.6 Million
Deeply indebted Bay View company sold out of receivership last week.
Nov 18th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Brad Schimel Named Top Federal Prosecutor for Eastern Wisconsin
Interim appointment by Trump administration sidesteps established process.
Nov 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Demonstrators Protest at New ICE Detention Center in Milwaukee
Seven different groups involved in protest. 'You are not welcome here.'
Nov 17th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
Judge Jeffrey Wagner Will Retire
He's served since 1988. Evers will appoint replacement to finish Wagner's term.
Oct 29th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Former City Attorney Charged With Four New Felonies
Tearman Spencer alleged to have 'swindled' family in 'shaky' real estate deal. He tells a different story.
Oct 20th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Beleaguered Social Development Commission Faces Foreclosure On Two Buildings
SDC owes lender more than $3 million.
Oct 9th, 2025 by Meredith Melland
SDC Commissioner Calls For Ouster of Board Chair, Interim CEO
Walter Lanier believes its time for Jorge Franco to step down.
Oct 5th, 2025 by Meredith Melland
Dugan Case Going To Trial in December
Judge charged with obstructing ICE arrest at Milwaukee courthouse.
Sep 3rd, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Feds Call Dugan’s Legal Arguments ‘Amorphous’
Not to mention 'gerrymandered.' Prosecutors blast Dugan's immunity claim.
Jul 29th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Police Chief Jeffrey Norman Given Four-Year Contract Extension
Chief receives praise, large raise. But who is the city's highest paid employee?
Jun 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Iron Horse Hotel Faces Sheriff’s Auction
Judgment awarded by court in multi-year foreclosure case.
Jun 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
WI Supreme Court Okays Corrections Officers’ Class Action Suit Over Pay
5-2 decision backs workers in wage case against state Department of Corrections.
Jun 24th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Immigrant Framed In Trump Threat Gets Bail
Man framed by local robbery suspect granted bail at immigration hearing.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Trial Underway In Killing of Sade Robinson
Maxwell Anderson charged with first-degree homicide and mutilating a corpse.
May 28th, 2025 by Evan Casey
Evers Has a Very Busy Spring
Governor traveling state, pushing big agenda. A sign he will run for reelection?
May 19th, 2025 by Steven Walters
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
Dugan Seeks Dismissal of Charges, Cites Judicial Immunity
Her attorneys use Supreme Court ruling in Trump lawsuit to back their argument.
May 14th, 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
Milwaukee Must Pay 2nd Largest Legal Settlement in History
'This is bullsh*t!' Council members angry that botched trial will cost city millions.
May 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Opposition To GOP Bill That Would Shield Police Officers From Post-Shooting Court Inquiries
John Doe hearings afford opportunity for review if prosecutor declines to bring forth charges.
May 9th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
ICE Makes Another Courthouse Arrest
Federal immigration agents arrested an individual on Wednesday morning.
May 7th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Botched Trial Will Cost City More Than $7 Million
Federal judges rule circuit court judge erred in shackling, but city ends up paying in strange outcome.
May 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Monica Isham Condemned For Concerns About Dugan’s Arrest
Sawyer County judge holding court on zoom. Rep. Tiffany calls for her to resign.
May 5th, 2025 by Frank Zufall
Parties Divided on Judge Dugan’s Arrest
An attack on judicial independence or a sign no one is above the law?
Apr 26th, 2025 by WPR Staff
Mayor, County Executive React to Judge Dugan’s Arrest
Both call out ICE for disrupting justice system participation by repeatedly arresting people at courthouse.
Apr 25th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich and 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
Wisconsin Courts Struggle To Meet Language Translation Needs
Search for qualified interpreters is delaying justice in some cases.
Apr 24th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
Hannah Dugan and The Battle Over ICE
Judge Dugan and Gov. Evers demand due process and are vilified for this.
Apr 23rd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin’s Municipal Courts Are Not Transparent
Many failed to respond to open records requests or provided incomplete data.
Apr 1st, 2025 by Emma Shakeshaft
Should State Corrections Workers Be Paid for Pre- and Post-Shift Tasks?
Workers seek class action status in Wisconsin Supreme Court case.
Mar 17th, 2025 by Sarah Lehr
A Deja Vu Election for State Supreme Court
Looks like repeat of 2023 Protasiewicz v. Kelly race. But with key differences.
Mar 17th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Evers Proposes Funding for County Courthouse Project
Proposing $25 million for new $495 million courthouse operated under state mandate.
Mar 10th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Judge Borowski Gets On His High Horse
He blasts MPS for violating law on police in schools while glossing over it himself.
Feb 19th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Judge Rules MPS, City Must Split School Police Costs 50/50
They have 10 days to follow order or face contempt of court ruling.
Feb 17th, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
How Wisconsin’s Investigations Into Police Shootings Protect Officers
Milwaukee Area Investigative Team gives them privileges other suspects don't get.
Feb 14th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
City Closes Teutonia Gas and Food Again
Remanded hearing for retail business on N. Teutonia Ave. yields same result.
Feb 11th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Judge Rules MPS Must Bring Police Officers Into Schools
District has less than a month to act.
Jan 23rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
No More Promises. It’s Closed
Part punk bar, part Packers pub -- and now, part of Milwaukee history.
Jan 15th, 2025 by Sophie Bolich
Do Protected Bike Lanes Violate Historic Preservation Standards?
City rebuilding Lake Drive as lawsuit plays out in federal court.
Dec 14th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Public Defender Travis Schwantes Charged With Paying Client for Sex, Fraud
Schwantes faces multiple charges related to solicitation of prostitution and acting as attorney for one of the women he was soliciting.
Nov 22nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Court Finds Probable Cause In Spencer Misconduct Case
Court declines to dismiss felony and misdemeanor charges against former city attorney.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Republicans Relent on Milwaukee Election Observer Lawsuit
'No issues' says RNC attorney. City said Monday lawsuit was filed in bad faith.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Republicans Sue Milwaukee Over Observer Access
City denies claims, says GOP acted in bad faith in effort to file lawsuit.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit That Attempted To Toss 143,000 Wisconsin Voter Registrations
Former Trump attorney sued to block voters with mismatched USPS data.
Oct 30th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Design Concepts Revealed For Downtown Sculpture Honoring Vel Phillips
Public will be able to sit in a bronze version of Phillips' desk, contemplate her legacy.
Oct 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
SDC Appoints Vincent Bobot Interim CEO
Attorney and SDC board member says the goal is 'to preserve and keep SDC running.'
Sep 29th, 2024 by Meredith Melland
Abortion Rights Proving to Be Potent Issue
It drove Democratic turnout in state in 2022. Now recast as 'freedom,' even more punch?
Sep 25th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Chief Judge, Sheriff At Odds On Bailiff Staffing
MCSO ends mandatory overtime in circuit courts, which threatens safety, Chief Judge says.
Sep 9th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Lawsuit Filed Against City Housing Authority Over College Court Conditions
Common Ground takes its case to court to try to get rid of bed bugs, other pests.
Aug 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Most Incumbents Beat Challengers in State Legislature Primaries
Wisconsin had the most contested Assembly primary races since 2012.
Aug 14th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Drake Defeats Myers For State Senate Seat
Dora Drake will replace Lena Taylor in Wisconsin State Senate.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Senate and Assembly Races
A handful of partisan primaries will also determine the winner of the general election in November.
Aug 10th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Dora Drake Wins Unusual Special Election
She'll serve remainder of Lena Taylor's term as state senator, but can't leave campaign trail.
Jul 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin’s Long-Vacant Federal Judgeship Could Finally Be Filled
Atty Byron Conway has bipartisan backing from Wisconsin's U.S. senators.
Jul 23rd, 2024 by Wisconsin Public Radio
Dora Drake Defeats Myers For State Senate Seat
Drake wins first of two races to replace Lena Taylor. Election has attempted disruptions.
Jul 2nd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
High Stakes, Low Turnout Special Election Tuesday
State senate race pits Dora Drake vs. LaKeshia Myers to replace Lena Taylor.
Jul 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Vel Phillips Plaza Opens To Great Fanfare
Downtown's new "front door" honors civil rights pioneer, trailblazer.
Jun 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Jeffrey Norman A Finalist For Austin Police Chief
Milwaukee Police Chief one of 32 finalists, but only one serving as a major city chief.
Jun 18th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
One-Fourth of Assembly Will Be Newbies
Fair maps drawn by both parties for first time in 12 years could transform the Assembly.
Jun 3rd, 2024 by Steven Walters
Special Elections for State Senate, US House Are Complicated
New maps affect elections for 4th state Senate District and 8th US House District.
May 15th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Former Milwaukee Election Official Gets 1-Year Probation For Sending Fake Ballots
Kimberly Zapata will also pay $3K in fines and complete 120 hours of community service.
May 3rd, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Lawsuit Over Police Officer’s Fatal Shooting of Alvin Cole Will Go to Trial
Judge Lynn Adelman rules that civil lawsuit over killing by former Tosa cop may go forward.
Mar 30th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Vos Recall Appears Short on Signatures
Which map of district should be used? Elections Commission says state Supreme Court must decide.
Mar 12th, 2024 by Henry Redman
John Remington Appointed Circuit Court Judge
Remington is a partner and civil litigator at Quarles & Brady.
Feb 15th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Will Lena Taylor Change Her Style As Judge?
Will in-your-face style of state senator be tempered as a Circuit Court judge?
Feb 5th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Notables Attend City Birthday Party
The city's 178th birthday party offered fun, food and political chatter.
Jan 27th, 2024 by Michael Horne
Lena Taylor Appointed to Milwaukee County Circuit Court
Long-serving state senator is latest Evers appointment to local circuit court.
Jan 26th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
City Names Vendor For New Downtown Park
Nomad Coffee Bar will operate a 2,900-square-foot cafe at Vel R. Phillips Plaza.
Jan 3rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
