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Board Must Set Terms for Third Party Jail Audit
Supervisors will hear from county auditors on what is needed for the audit.
Jan 8th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Staffing Improves At Correctional Facilities
But still understaffed: County jail reaches 74% of full staffing level and CRC 83%.
Dec 20th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
The Community a Lifeline for Current, Former Inmates
Milwaukee nonprofit does newsletters, videos and podcasts providing needed information.
Dec 17th, 2023 by Devin Blake
Should National Guard Be Sent to State’s Prisons?
Some advocates pushing Gov. Evers to use guards to relieve staffing shortage.
Dec 13th, 2023 by Devin Blake
Wisconsin Prisons Quietly Reinstate Copays For Those With COVID-19 Symptoms
State has one of the highest prisoner copays in nation. DOC says it would suspend copays for outbreaks.
Dec 7th, 2023 by Jonah Beleckis
Gov. Evers Announces Easing of Restrictions At Two Prisons
Waupun, Green Bay prisons partially taken out of lockdown. Lawsuit alleges cruel and unusual punishment.
Nov 16th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
After 28 Years in Prison He Had No Credit
Building or re-building credit is a challenge for ex-offenders.
Nov 15th, 2023 by Devin Blake
Milwaukee Could Get State’s First Reentry Center For Those Leaving Prison
State-sponsored facility aims to be one-stop shop for resources.
Nov 6th, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Anti-Transgender Bill Would Change Where Inmates Are Held
Bill would require detention in facility that aligns with gender at birth. Gov. Evers promises veto.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Baylor Spears
Democrats Say Bills Would Create Better Standards For Jails, Prisons
17-bill package would establish minimum standards for living standards.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin’s Prison Budget Among Largest In Nation
State's incarceration rate, particularly for Black males, also among highest nationally.
Oct 30th, 2023 by Robert D'Andrea
County Corrections Staffing, Wages At Issue
Facilities understaffed. Sheriff says public safety not a priority in Crowley's budget.
Oct 14th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
