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Gov. Evers Moves Forward on Plans to Close Lincoln Hills
"We are committed to getting kids out of Lincoln Hills and closer to home as soon as we safely and responsibly can."
Mar 12th, 2019 by Gov. Tony Evers
Governor Evers Makes Historic Investments in Health Care Coverage and Access
“Governor Evers’ budget makes historic investments in the health and well-being of every Wisconsinite,” said Secretary Designee Palm.
Mar 6th, 2019 by Wisconsin Department of Health Services
State Rep. David Bowen Applauds New Governor Evers Visit to Lincoln Hills, Copper Lake
Highlights the contrast with leadership of the past
Jan 14th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Governor-elect Evers Announces Key Cabinet Appointments
"I’ve said all along that my goal is to build a Wisconsin where people come together to invest in a brighter future for everyone..."
Dec 19th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Policy Advisory Council
"We have to start prioritizing people, not prisons."
Dec 10th, 2018 by Gov. Tony Evers
Governor Walker Announces Plan to Expand Worker Training within Wisconsin’s Correctional Institutions
"Our plan will give inmates concrete skills they can use to become productive members of society once they are released."
Oct 11th, 2018 by Gov. Scott Walker
Youth Justice Milwaukee Calls for More Community Input at Department of Corrections Community Meeting on Plans for Lincoln Hills Closure
YJM continued to advocate for alternatives to locked-door facilities while investing in close-to-home programs like mentoring and job training.
Sep 18th, 2018 by Youth Justice Milwaukee
Youth Justice Milwaukee Statement on Judge’s OK to Lincoln Hills Settlement
"For years, children suffered trauma and neglect at the hands of Wisconsin’s Department of Corrections, and this settlement only begins to make things right."
Sep 14th, 2018 by Youth Justice Milwaukee
‘The Only Thing Scott Walker Cares About Keeping Safe is His Own Job’
Bombshell Book From Former Head of State Corrections Department Reveals Walker Put Political Ambitions Before Protecting Public Safety
Aug 10th, 2018 by One Wisconsin Now
Department of Corrections Should Meet with Stakeholders in Milwaukee on Lincoln Hills
"It is essential that the Department of Corrections visit Milwaukee to discuss the next steps after closing Lincoln Hills..."
Aug 8th, 2018 by Youth Justice Milwaukee
Mitchell Slams Walker on Desperate Press Conference
"Walker continues to pay us lip service with hollow political stunts instead of actually governing."
Aug 7th, 2018 by Mahlon Mitchell
Mayor Tom Barrett Announces Willie Wade as President and CEO of Employ Milwaukee
"Willie Wade’s passionate leadership and commitment to connecting people to lifelong employment is unparalleled."
Jul 19th, 2018 by Mayor Tom Barrett
