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48 Justice-Related Proposals by Evers
Budget plan packed with proposed changes to state system of justice.
Feb 17th, 2021 by Gretchen SchuldtCOVID-19 Infects Half of State Inmates
Five times the overall state rate; 10,786 prison inmates, 2,153 staff infected.
Feb 14th, 2021 by Vanessa SwalesShould Waupun Prison Be Closed?
Two legislators say it may be time. Committee chair calls prison the "essence" of the city
Feb 14th, 2021 by Isiah HolmesState Prisons Badly Short of Staff
15% of staff positions in state unfilled, up to 40% at Waupun prison.
Feb 10th, 2021 by Danielle KaedingRepublican COVID Callousness
Legislators wrong to criticize inmates getting the vaccine when prison infection rates are so high.
Feb 4th, 2021 by Matt RothschildEvers Names 30 Equity Council Members
Governor’s Advisory Council on Equity and Inclusion appointees include leaders from nonprofits, tribes, churches, community groups.
Feb 2nd, 2021 by Catherine CapellaroHow Thompson Is Handling Legislators
Former governor warned by Legislature not to include tuition hike in UW System budget.
Feb 1st, 2021 by Steven WaltersHigh Court Upholds Gun Possession Ban for Felons
But state research used to push for this criticized in Supreme Court decision.
Jan 24th, 2021 by Gretchen SchuldtState Expands Eligibility for Vaccination
Proposal for next phase expands eligibility for vaccines to nearly half the population.
Jan 20th, 2021 by Graham KilmerDisability Community Demands Better Voting Access
Current system and election laws make accessibility difficult to guarantee.
Jan 14th, 2021 by Nora EckertCan State Rescue Youth Corrections Plan?
Rep. Evan Goyke thinks the failure of the state's plan can lead to creative reforms.
Jan 11th, 2021 by Graham KilmerDisputes Over Who to Give Vaccine Slow Process
State panel hashes out who should be next in line, while some say they can't wait.
Jan 6th, 2021 by Shamane Mills