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County Courts Face Huge Backlog
Could take two years to resolve. Delay of cases during pandemic compounded by spike in violence and new cases.
Jul 19th, 2021 by Angeline Terry
Morales Reaches Tentative, $626,000 Settlement With City
Ousted chief won't return to Milwaukee Police Department.
Jul 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
No Settlement Yet, Morales Will Be Police Chief Again On July 15th
Demoted police chief Alfonso Morales will return to old job.
Jul 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Morales Potential Return As Police Chief Delayed Until July 12th
Extension gives parties more time to negotiate settlement.
Jul 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
James MacGillis Will Lead Wauwatosa Police Department
MPD veteran taking top job in neighboring suburb.
Jul 1st, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Morales Or Milwaukee, Who Will Blink First?
Former chief continues to gain leverage for any potential settlement.
Jun 25th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Morales Files Federal Lawsuit Against City
Ex-police chief, in mediation with city over circuit court order, opens second legal front.
Jun 16th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
City Agrees to Mediation With Morales
Former police chief could get hefty settlement. City hopes to retain acting chief Jeffrey Norman.
Jun 9th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Milwaukee Police Chief a Finalist For Wauwatosa Job
Potential move to smaller city a sign of issues in Milwaukee.
Jun 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Orders Alfonso Morales Gets His Job Back in 45 Days
Former police chief gets even more leverage on potential settlement.
May 19th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Tosa Police Chief Testifies About Mensah
In John Doe hearing Weber defends former officer's killing of Jay Anderson, Jr.
May 4th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Suit By Morales Demands His Job Back
His attorney Frank Gimbel has made no progress with city negotiating financial settlement.
Apr 28th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
John McAdams, Professor That Brought Marquette to Supreme Court, Dies At 75
The Marquette professor sued the university for violation of his First Amendment rights, and won.
Apr 16th, 2021 by Rich Kremer
2021 Spring General Election Results
Races for circuit court judge, school board and county supervisor.
Apr 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Tosa Police Chief Will Testify in New Mensah Case
Jay Anderson's family asks judge to independently file charges.
Mar 25th, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
Blomme Charged With Possession of Child Pornography
The circuit court judge was charged with seven counts of possession of child pornography.
Mar 17th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
Judge Blomme Arrested On Child Pornography Charges
Investigation led by Attorney General Kaul cites judge's alleged use of Kik messaging app.
Mar 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
State Must Release Sex Offender Data
Supreme Court rules for defense lawyer who argues DOC has overstated how often offenders commit future crimes.
Mar 14th, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
Kegel vs. Roth for Circuit Court Branch 3
Two attorneys running for vacant seat answer questions.
Feb 24th, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
Judge Restores Alfonso Morales As Police Chief
Milwaukee has at least two police chiefs at the moment.
Dec 18th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Judge Candidate Switches Races
Attorney Susan Roth switches to run for Judge Fiorenza's seat, who resigns and will support Roth.
Nov 30th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Officer Accused Of Reckless Homicide Resigns
Michael Mattioli pleaded not guilty yesterday in death of Joel Acevedo and has resigned from police department.
Sep 9th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
4-Unit Building Would Replace Fire-Damaged Home on Downer Ave
New owner of commercial corridor would build townhomes at E. Park Pl.
Aug 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Morales Starts Process To Sue City
Chief filed to retire on August 12th
Aug 21st, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Race Is On For Circuit Court Branch 30
Two young attorneys vying for a seat held by same judge for more than 20 years.
Aug 18th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Public Defender Announces Candidacy for Circuit Court Judge
Katie Kegel is running for judgeship held by 24-year incumbent.
Jul 23rd, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Board Passes Racial Equity Proposal
A response to calls for police reform aimed at courts, sheriff's office, transit system.
Jun 29th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Historic Church Will Become High Tech Office Space
Northern Ground buys Walker's Point building. Northridge owners appeal court decision.
Jun 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Circuit Courts Planning For Re-Opening
Many in-person proceedings have been suspended since March.
May 28th, 2020 by Danielle Kaeding
Judge Rules Northridge Mall Must Be Demolished
City scores victory in bid to take control of vacant mall.
May 14th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump Lawsuit Tests Limits of Free Speech
The president's campaign is suing a local television station in Rhinelander for running a political ad that allegedly defamed him.
May 1st, 2020 by Natalie A. Harris
Court Overturns 2010 Homicide Conviction
Milwaukee police clearly violated suspect’s Miranda rights, federal judge rules.
Apr 28th, 2020 by Gretchen Schuldt
27 COVID-19 Cases at House of Correction, All Inmates To Be Tested
Milwaukee County launches public dashboard tracking COVID-19 cases in three detention facilities.
Apr 17th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
21 Winners and Losers
Beyond the candidates, what was the election about, who were the other winners and losers?
Apr 14th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 29
Gabler vs Kiefer for one of two contested Milwaukee County Circuit Court seats.
Mar 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee County Circuit Court – Branch 5
Blomme vs Dedinsky in one of two contested Milwaukee County circuit court races.
Mar 28th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Meeting, Courthouse Cancelations Begin
City, county both cancel their first meetings as COVID-19 closures and postponements grow.
Mar 13th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Saint John’s New Tower Opens
Work remains on connector building between new building and existing campus.
Mar 6th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Ballots Won’t Have Duplicate Gerrymandering Questions
City rescinds its referendum question after Milwaukee County passed a similar measure.
Feb 27th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
14 Election Winners, Losers
Beyond the ballot totals, behind the scenes, who were the other election winners and losers?
Feb 19th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Circuit Court Candidates
Three candidates competing for judgeship.
Feb 17th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Q&A With Circuit Court Candidates Part Two
Blomme, Dedinsky and Whitney make their case for election to Branch 5. Part Two
Jan 24th, 2020 by Gretchen Schuldt
Q&A With Circuit Court Candidates
Blomme, Dedinsky and Whitney make their case for election to Branch 5. Part 1 of two-part story.
Jan 23rd, 2020 by Gretchen Schuldt
County Exec Race Upended
State Election Commission disqualifies Kennedy and Sullivan. Abele's $6,000 donation wasted?
Jan 21st, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Conservative in Mayor Race Ejected
Republican David King failed to submit enough valid signatures, vows court appeal.
Jan 15th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Pipe Destroyed in Water Main Break
"Very, very rare" break destroys 29 feet of water main, raises questions, devastates residents in area.
Jan 9th, 2020 by Jeramey Jannene
Police Seek Bay View Hit-and-Run Driver
Manuel Salazar-Gutierrez of La Crosse charged with second-degree reckless homicide.
Jan 7th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Grant Langley Will Run for Reelection
City attorney's decision sets up race against his old friend, attorney Vince Bobot.
Dec 2nd, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Taylor Slams Barrett Over Residency
Mayoral candidate cites losses since residency requirement ended by Legislature.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Poll Shows Barrett Way Ahead
Zielinski, Taylor do poorly and more voters favor streetcar.
Nov 12th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Journal Sentinel Complex Sold
Plus: Badger Mutual moving downtown, Northridge security deal, Lion House has a buyer and much more.
Nov 3rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
City Voters Will Get Gerrymandering Referendum
Common Council adds question on nonpartisan legislative districts to the April ballot.
Oct 16th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
New Plans for Walker’s Point Site
Plus: Former Central Steel & Wire building being expanded, senior housing for South Side.
Sep 1st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Northridge Mall Lawsuit Filed
Battle over future of vacant mall headed to Milwaukee County Circuit Court.
Aug 26th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Bucks Vetting Bids For New Hotels
Plus: Foxconn plans another building and Northridge battle cleared for court challenge
Jul 21st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
City Attorney Grant Langley Retiring?
Vince Bobot announces for job, leading to speculation Langley may retire after 36 years.
Jun 18th, 2019 by Bruce Murphy
Complaint Against American Sewer Dropped
City officials can't verify complaint, but may still consider debarring contractor.
Jun 6th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
State’s Drinking Culture Costs $6.8 Billion Per Year
Includes cost of legal expenses, traffic stops, medical costs, lost productivity.
May 27th, 2019 by Kyla Calvert Mason
County Launches Investigation Into Former Register Of Deeds
John La Fave retired after his office was raided by the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
May 19th, 2019 by Corrinne Hess
A Town Square for Downtown Milwaukee
City proposes Vel R. Phillips Plaza along W. Wisconsin Ave. with cafe and streetcar stop.
May 14th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Clears Path for Streetcar Lawsuit
Lawsuit would be the first of 11 planned by Hupy & Abraham.
May 7th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
11 Streetcar Lawsuits Coming
City poised to deny claim by motorcyclist, clearing way for first of 11 lawsuits.
Apr 23rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
High Court Race 4th Closest in State History
Hagedorn’s margin of 0.495% is tighter than 121 of 125 state Supreme Court races since 1850s.
Apr 8th, 2019 by Dr. Eric Ostermeier
7 Numbers That Explain The Election
Neubauer did better yet worse than expected in Milwaukee, which decided statewide race.
Apr 3rd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Candidates for Supreme Court, School Board
Milwaukeeans will find at least three contested races on the ballot.
Apr 1st, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Punished By Probation Agents For 20 Years
Appeals court rules that man repeatedly denied probation and jailed due to gross negligence can sue.
Dec 7th, 2018 by Margo Kirchner
How Walker Transformed Wisconsin’s Courts
One-third of all judges in state appointed by Republican governor.
Dec 3rd, 2018 by Steven Walters
225 Substitution Requests Against One Judge!
All filed in last year against new Circuit Judge Kristy Yang, elected in April 2017.
Oct 18th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
4th Street Rededicated Vel R. Phillips Ave.
A who's who ceremony of politicians and candidates turns out to honor legacy of Vel Phillips.
Aug 7th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
McAdams Decision Is a Travesty
Cyber-bullying was championed by state Supreme Court, while trashing faculty governance.
Jul 11th, 2018 by Bruce Thompson
City Sues Scooter Operator Bird
First courthouse showdown is scheduled for Friday the 13th.
Jul 9th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
City Creates Vel Phillips Ave., Plans Statue
N. 4th St. to become Vel R. Phillips Ave.; where will statue go?
May 8th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
GOP Senators To Pick Wisconsin’s Judge?
Vote on Michael Brennan would ignore Democratic Senator Baldwin’s objection to him.
May 8th, 2018 by Shawn Johnson
4th St. Will Become Vel. R. Phillips Ave.
Major downtown street to be renamed for Milwaukee leader and civil rights pioneer.
Apr 25th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
The Remarkable Life of Vel Phillips
"A giant in our state" dies at 94; city to honor political pioneer with annual award.
Apr 18th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Outside Groups Spend $2.2 Million on High Court
WMC and Greater Wisconsin are biggest spenders on Supreme Court race.
Mar 31st, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Screnock Outspending Dallet in Court Race
Together two candidates’ campaigns spending $1.2 million
Mar 28th, 2018 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Marquette vs. John McAdams
Fired conservative professor only had to apologize. Instead he’s going to court.
Mar 22nd, 2018 by RT Both
Voter’s Choice, Burns vs. Dallet
Two Supreme Court candidates answer questions, but Screnock declines.
Jan 19th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Can Dallet Win Supreme Court Primary?
Outspoken Madison liberal Tim Burns stands in her way.
Jan 18th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Judge John DiMotto to Retire
One of state's top-rated circuit court judges retiring after a 42-year career.
Dec 22nd, 2017 by Michael Horne
Judges At MU Panel Demand Recusal Rules
Common Cause and judges at town hall meeting say state’s judicial system must be reformed.
Oct 13th, 2017 by Dave Fidlin
Could Pabst Brewery Transform Industry?
CEO sees new Milwaukee brewery as place for innovative creations.
Apr 13th, 2017 by Michael Horne
7 Election Winners and Losers
Unions, Hmong community and county infighters were among the winners.
Apr 5th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Wales v. Yang, Closing Arguments
They’re getting nasty, dueling over alleged dirty campaigning.
Mar 29th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Wales and Yang Spar at Forum
Plus: Judicial race fuels nasty dispute over Yang's endorsements.
Mar 17th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Judicial Candidates Explain Themselves
The philosophies of circuit court opponents Yang and Wales.
Feb 24th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Justice Ziegler, 37 Judges Unopposed
Just 11 of 48 Circuit Court judges face opponents in April Election
Jan 4th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
The Return Of Michelle Ackerman Havas
Walker appointee to judge rejected by voters now running for a different branch.
Jan 2nd, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Four Key Judge Races Coming
Supreme Court Justice Ziegler and three Appeals Court judges running in spring election.
Nov 25th, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
Inside Jury Duty in Milwaukee
A day in the life of a Milwaukee County juror.
Nov 4th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Siefert Unfit For Sheriff, Clarke Declares
Clarke derides Siefert's physical fitness. And: Badger sports bring huge returns to UW.
Oct 31st, 2016 by Michael Horne
Will Judge Siefert Run for Sheriff?
Insiders say he's retiring, could target Clarke. And Charlie Sykes won't run for Senate.
Oct 10th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Impact of Walker’s 59 Judicial Choices
He’s already replaced nearly one-fifth of judges in the state.
Apr 18th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Crime Rate Like “a Third World Country”
Officials at Greater Milwaukee Committee call for solutions to homicides, juvenile crime.
Apr 12th, 2016 by Dylan Deprey and Michael Horne
What Did Primary Mean for Wisconsin
Will Walker be Cruz’s choice for running mate? And why can’t Hillary win here?
Apr 11th, 2016 by Steven Walters
10 Election Takeaways
The many surprises and oddities including thousands who skipped voting in local races.
Apr 6th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
The Mystery of Rebecca Bradley
Who exactly is she? And why didn’t Walker vet his choice for Supreme Court?
Mar 15th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Donovan Lies About Streetcar Suit
City loses challenge to state law making it pay for utilities, Donovan lies about impact.
Feb 15th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Lawyers Grill Supreme Court Candidates
And what a lively forum it was. Here is the truth about the candidates, so help us God.
Jan 28th, 2016 by Michael Horne
