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Prison Bill’s True Cost Much Higher
Vukmir proposal to toughen revocation rules could cost $201 million per year.
Mar 6th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
County Jails Handle State Prison Overflow
But they’re “bordeline inhumane,” worse than state prisons, some say.
Feb 20th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Kleefisch-Bowen bill lays foundation for youth corrections overhaul
A public hearing on the agreed upon bill will be held this Thursday at 9 a.m.
Feb 13th, 2018 by State Rep. David Bowen
Racine County Prisons Over Capacity
But Oregon prison is even more crowded
Feb 2nd, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
New Library Transforming Mitchell Street?
Library and apartments part of street’s renaissance, says Ald. Perez, others.
Jan 30th, 2018 by Jabril Faraj
Spending on Medicaid, Tech Colleges Soars
Up by 81% and 281% under Walker.
Jan 29th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Voter’s Choice, Burns vs. Dallet
Two Supreme Court candidates answer questions, but Screnock declines.
Jan 19th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Announces Wisconsin Career Creator Plan to Support Long-Term Workforce Development Needs
$20 million investment will improve worker training and education opportunities
Jan 17th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Governor Walker Calls on Legislature to Pass Bipartisan Reform for Wisconsin’s Juvenile Corrections System in 2018
"We’re dedicated to improving long-term outcomes for both juveniles and our staff working at these facilities."
Jan 16th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Another Walker Non-Answer on Lincoln Hills Raises a Significant Question
What changed to make your office finally address this crisis?
Jan 12th, 2018 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Ellsworth Prison at 213% of Capacity
U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that no more than 137% is acceptable.
Jan 11th, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Legislature Must Act On Prison Safety
More protections needed for prison workers, proposed bill provides solutions.
Jan 10th, 2018 by State Rep. Dave Considine
Changes Needed at Lincoln Hills Now, Not After the Next Election
"I call on Governor Walker to protect Wisconsin youth currently at Lincoln Hills by immediately implementing these common-sense strategies."
Jan 4th, 2018 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Governor Walker Announces Plan to Provide a Long-Term Solution for Wisconsin’s Juvenile Corrections and Treatment Systems
"Republicans and Democrats alike agree this is the way forward to reform juvenile corrections..."
Jan 4th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Green Bay Prison To Be Replaced?
Century-old Green Bay and the Oshkosh prison both horribly overcrowded. Part 5 of series.
Jan 3rd, 2018 by Gretchen Schuldt
Legislature Must Act on Prison Overcrowding
Safety a huge issue; will Republicans have courage to take on issue?
Dec 16th, 2017 by State Sen. Jon Erpenbach
Columbia Prison at 153% of Capacity
Inmates sleep on the floor because there are not enough beds. Part 4 in a series.
Dec 15th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Court Ruling Weakens Whistleblower Law
Supreme Court justice called 2015 decision 'absurd,’ charging it weakens protections.
Dec 4th, 2017 by Bobby Ehrlich
Waupun, Taycheedah at 140% of Capacity
Some areas “no longer safe to occupy.” Part 3 of primer on prisons.
Dec 1st, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
A Primer on Overcrowded Prisons, Part II
Percent of old inmates with costly medical problems keeps rising.
Nov 24th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
A Primer On Crowded State Prisons
The worst could be Fox Lake prison, at 137% of capacity.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Lincoln Hills Even Worse Than Reported
Problems there linked to Act 10’s elimination of union workers’ rights.
Nov 16th, 2017 by Jake Edwards
Close Lincoln Hills: Advocates and Officials Reiterate Call for Closing Abusive Youth Prisons
Counties must stop sending vulnerable youth to unsafe facility beyond repair
Nov 16th, 2017 by Youth Justice Milwaukee
African American State Representatives Call for Representation on New Task Force
In order to ensure the legitimacy and integrity of this task force, it is essential that African Americans have representation.
Nov 15th, 2017 by David Crowley
Vukmir Bill Will Cause Prison Bed Shortage
State prisons already overcrowded; bill would add 1,800 inmates, cost $57 million per year.
Nov 14th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Senate passes Vukmir bills to protect communities from repeat violent criminals
Senate Bills, 52, 53, 54, 55 and 56 passed, three of them with bipartisan support.
Nov 7th, 2017 by State Sen. Leah Vukmir
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Visits Washington County to Meet with Local Officials Working on the Frontlines of the Opioid Crisis
Senator Baldwin joined 14 of her Senate colleagues last week to introduce the Combating the Opioid Epidemic Act.
Nov 3rd, 2017 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
State’s Prison Costs Still Growing
Wisconsin has highest incarceration rate in Midwest, prison costs 12% higher than national average.
Nov 1st, 2017 by Tamarine Cornelius
State Won’t Meet Prison Rape Guidelines
Walker commission rejects improvements, kicks issue to long-range study.
Oct 18th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Horror Stories of State Detention Center
Milwaukee-based center has “atrocities,” deaths from heat exhaustion, former inmates say.
Oct 17th, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
State One of Worst for Whistle Blowers
GOP’s repeal of False Claims Act a “green light” to steal from taxpayers?
Oct 16th, 2017 by Gretchen Christensen and Madeline Sweitzer
Rep. Bowen statement on DOC Internal Affairs Unit
Workers say unit was eliminated for work that shed negative light on Governor
Oct 10th, 2017 by State Rep. David Bowen
First Lady Tonette Walker Hosts First Spouses in Milwaukee to Discuss Trauma-Informed Care
The two-day conference focuses on Trauma-Informed Care,
Sep 13th, 2017 by First Lady Tonette Walker
First Lady Tonette Walker Meets with Representative Mike Gallagher on Trauma-Informed Care
They also discussed House Resolution 443 (H. Res. 443), the first trauma-specific bill initiated in the House with bipartisan support.
Aug 25th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Reduce Penalties for Pot Possession
Second offense possession still a felony in Wisconsin.
Aug 7th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Declares a State of Emergency for 17 Wisconsin Counties
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the flooding."
Jul 21st, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Judge Rules on Lincoln Hills
Drastic cutbacks in pepper spray, mechanical constraints, solitary confinement.
Jul 13th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Governor Walker Surveys Flood Damage, Declares State of Emergency
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the flooding.”
Jul 13th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Sen. LaTonya Johnson Statement on Lincoln Hills Federal Court Ruling
"The crisis at Lincoln Hills affecting children, families, and workers has gone on for far too long under the neglectful watch of Gov. Walker’s administration."
Jun 23rd, 2017 by State Sen. LaTonya Johnson
Pictures of Youths in Prison
ACLU’s suit documents questionable treatment at Lincoln Hills, Copper Lake.
Jun 20th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
State of Wisconsin Mails Postcards to Inactive Voters
The Wisconsin Elections Commission is sending the postcards to voters who have not voted since the November 2012 presidential election.
Jun 9th, 2017 by Wisconsin Elections Commission
Governor Walker Announces Winner of 34th Annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award
The annual award is given in honor of Virginia Hart, Wisconsin’s first female cabinet member.
May 19th, 2017 by Gov. Scott Walker
Will Wisconsin Use Private Prisons?
Wisconsin's adult inmate population is expected to grow to 23,233 by mid-2019.
May 8th, 2017 by Steven Walters
State Prison Population Rising Again
Up 3.4% in last three years. Many are returnees who violated rules of probation.
May 4th, 2017 by Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
Koch-Backed Texas Group Lobbies Here
With $73 million in funding, it lobbies for long list of conservative causes.
May 3rd, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
28 Years in Solitary Confinement
One Waupun inmate’s incredible story. He is suing the state.
Apr 30th, 2017 by Dee J. Hall
Why Prison Psychologist Quit Waupun
Cites inhuman treatment of inmates, improper assessments.
Apr 23rd, 2017 by Alexandra Arriaga and Dee J. Hall
More Horrors at Juvenile Prisons?
Suit charges strip searches at Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake.
Apr 19th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
The Hell of Solitary Confinement
65 state inmates describe mental harm, deprivation, suicide attempts.
Apr 17th, 2017 by Alexandra Arriaga and Dee J. Hall
Jails for the Sick and Elderly
19% of state prisoners now over age 50, up from 5% in 1995.
Apr 13th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Drunk Driving Bill Costs $15 Million Per Year
Department of Corrections estimates minimum cost of get-tough bill.
Apr 5th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Drunk Driving Law’s Annual Cost $20 Million?
Walker, Corrections won’t estimate cost of longer prison time for offenders.
Mar 27th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Private Collections of the Wealthy
"Milwaukee Collects" at Milwaukee Art Museum offers great works by local collectors.
Mar 10th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Plan to Kill Parole Board Criticized
Walker wants one person to make all decisions, plan called “cruel and inhumane.”
Mar 7th, 2017 by Dee J. Hall
The Legacy of Ed Garvey
A corporate dragon-slayer, the Wisconsin Democrat helped pave the way for Bernie Sanders.
Feb 24th, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
Walker’s Budget: Few details, misplaced priorities, and false revenue assumptions
Rep. Stuck’s Statement in Response to Governor’s Budget Address
Feb 8th, 2017 by State Rep. Amanda Stuck
Senator Taylor repeats call for special session on Lincoln Hills
Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake have been under federal investigation for child abuse and neglect for two years.
Feb 7th, 2017 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Chemical Spraying Used At Lincoln Hills
ACLU suit shows pepper spray used repeatedly, violating state administrative code.
Jan 27th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
Shocking Charges in Lincoln Hills Suit
Youth suffer excruciating pain, shackling, solitary confinement, ACLU suit charges.
Jan 25th, 2017 by Gretchen Schuldt
State Justice System Uses Racially Biased Test
Wisconsin Corrections uses test with bias against blacks in sentencing, parole.
Jan 5th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
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
Gov. Scott Walker Neglects Wisconsin, Ignores Problems Facing Lincoln Hills
"Gov. Walker and his administration should stop ignoring the workers and children at Lincoln Hills and work to face the problems there head-on," said Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Martha Laning.
Dec 31st, 2016 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Rep. Goyke to Lead Juvenile Justice Reform
In lieu of gubernatorial leadership on this important issue, the legislature must act.
Dec 29th, 2016 by Evan Goyke
Rep. Goyke to Reintroduce Bi-Partisan “Missouri Model” Juvenile Justice Legislation
"Reduced recidivism means reduced crime."
Dec 21st, 2016 by Evan Goyke
“I lost my job, my scholarship and my apartment.”
3,000 people in the state were incarcerated without conviction in 2015. Why?
Dec 14th, 2016 by Mark Rice
Governor Walker Announces Members of the Task Force on Opioid Abuse
Group to hold its first meeting on October 28 in Green Bay
Oct 25th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Why Felons Can’t Vote
Republicans across country oppose laws making it easier to vote, disenfranchising 62,343 state residents.
Oct 19th, 2016 by Kate Peifer and Rose Velazquez
Will Counties Handle State’s Prisoners?
State prisons are way over capacity; officials propose contracting with county jails.
Oct 3rd, 2016 by Tamarine Cornelius
Prison for Profit?
Department of Corrections seeks shortcut for new prison industries, to make money faster.
Sep 27th, 2016 by Gretchen Schuldt
3 Things You Should Know About Corrections’ Budget Request
Why should you care?
Sep 26th, 2016 by Steven Walters
Rep. Bowen statement on Corrections budget request for Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake
The Department’s request guarantees Wisconsin will remain out of compliance with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act.
Sep 16th, 2016 by State Rep. David Bowen
Thoughts from Philadelphia
Crime and justice reform and the 2016 presidential election.
Jul 28th, 2016 by Craig Mastantuono
Statement on Wisconsin’s Compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act
“Our goal should be full compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act.”
Jul 15th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Judge Won’t Halt Force Feeding of Inmate
Cesar DeLeon among eight Waupun inmates on hunger strike. Medical groups condemn force feeding.
Jul 15th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
State Starts Force Feeding Three Inmates
Corrections officials begin force feedings as solitary confinement protest continues.
Jun 24th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
Sen. Taylor appointed to recidivism reduction committee
There are currently over 22,000 inmates incarcerated in Wisconsin prisons and over 66,000 individuals on probation or parole.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Corrections Officials Face Community on Lincoln Hills
Attendees demand accountability, action, in wake of Lincoln Hills scandal.
Jun 22nd, 2016 by Jabril Faraj
How Colorado Reduced Solitary Confinement
It’s nearly been eliminated, while Wisconsin has made only a small reduction in solitary confinement.
Jun 18th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
How to Combat Mass Incarceration
Federal bill would reform system. Sen. Baldwin supports it. Will Sen. Johnson?
Jun 17th, 2016 by Mark Rice
Sen. Taylor proposes slavery ban
Bill would remove slavery from state constitution
Jun 16th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Inmate Hunger Strike in State Prisons
Strike starts at Waupun and Columbia prisons; protests long-term solitary confinement.
Jun 14th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
Hunger Strike Against Solitary Confinement
Some states banned it but not Wisconsin. Waupun inmates plan strike beginning June 10.
Jun 6th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
A Debate Over Lincoln Hills Problems
Critics of trauma-informed care say it led to problems, others say it wasn’t fully implemented.
May 24th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
Sen. Taylor calls for special session on juvenile corrections and more funding
In a letter dated today, Senator Taylor urged Governor Walker to call a special session of the Legislature to take up Senate Bills 803 and 804.
Apr 25th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
Chantia Lewis Praises Common Council Action to Close Milwaukee Sex Offender Ordinance Loophole
The Milwaukee Common Council took action to close the loophole by changing the Sex Offender Ordinance’s definition of residency.
Apr 16th, 2016 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
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
Two State Prisons Have Lead-Tainted Water
Officials say they comply with federal drinking water standards, but others question whether it’s safe.
Apr 11th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
County Executive Refuses Once Again to Sign Domes Repair Resolution
Also Ethics Code and Sex Offender Resolutions
Mar 23rd, 2016 by County Board Chairman Theodore Lipscomb, Sr.
DOC audit needed to improve safety
“Taxpayers, correctional officers, children and families deserve better.”
Mar 9th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Governor Scott Walker Signs 46 Bills Into Law
Acts 154 - 199.
Feb 29th, 2016 by Gov. Scott Walker
Rep. Barnes Calls for AG Schimel to Investigate Walker Cover-Up of Systemic Abuses at State Facility
“Media reports have revealed that Governor Walker and his top aides knew about the serious allegations at Lincoln Hills for four whole years...”
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Mandela Barnes
New Corrections Chief Faces Problems
Including overcrowded prisons, staff shortages and low morale, and a dearth of leadership.
Feb 22nd, 2016 by Steven Walters
MANDI Finalist Seeks Safe City For All
Safe & Sound works with residents, cops and community groups to help neighborhoods.
Feb 20th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Sen. Taylor calls Litscher “secretary of cruel and unusual punishment”
Will the leopard will change its spots?
Feb 18th, 2016 by State Sen. Lena Taylor
End Solitary Confinement, Especially of Youth
State continues using isolation, including at Lincoln Hills for Boys, without transparency about practices.
Feb 18th, 2016 by Laurence J. Dupuis
Why Walker Allowed Lincoln Hills Abuses
His staff knew about it for years. Why didn’t the governor act?
Feb 16th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Shilling questions GOP obstruction on child abuse scandal
Dem leader troubled by withholding of public records
Feb 15th, 2016 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Rep. Barnes Statement on Walker’s DOC Secretary Resignation
“It is time for Governor Walker to own up to his failures, apologize for the harm he caused our youth and families, and provide real solutions to the long-standing problems within our corrections system.”
Feb 12th, 2016 by Mandela Barnes
