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DOJ Joins Coalition Urging Supreme Court Not to Weaken Voting Rights Act Protections in Alabama Redistricting Case
21 Attorneys General Argue that Alabama’s Congressional Maps Unlawfully Dilute Minority Voting Power and Should Be Redrawn
Jul 25th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Can Abortion Pills Be Mailed Legally in Wisconsin?
It's legal to receive them in the mail, but a physician could be charged for mailing them.
Jul 21st, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
Gov. Evers, AG Kaul File Lawsuit Against Tyco Fire Products, Chemguard, 3M, DuPont, and Others for PFAS Contamination and Damage to Wisconsin’s Water and Natural Resources
Lawsuit seeks to hold polluters responsible for costs to clean up PFAS contamination
Jul 20th, 2022 by Gov. Tony Evers
Vos Penalized in Open Records Case
Assembly Speaker 'did not respond to four records requests for six months,' circuit court judge states.
Jul 19th, 2022 by Ruth Conniff
State Superintendent Pushes Gun Control
Restricting access to guns is key to protecting children’s lives, Jill Underly says.
Jul 19th, 2022 by Deneen Smith
DOJ Joins Coalition of 20 States Backing Important New Federal Rule to Regulate Ghost Guns and Make Communities Safer
Amicus Brief Continues Efforts to Support Commonsense Gun Regulations and Improve Public Safety
Jul 12th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Court Says UWM Can Demolish Columbia Hospital
City loses suit opposing this and may decide not to appeal decision.
Jul 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
DOJ Launches $2 Million Critical Incident Mapping Data Grant Program
July 11, 2022
Jul 11th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Gov. Evers Appoints Cass Cousins as Portage County District Attorney
Jul 1st, 2022 by Gov. Tony Evers
DOJ Announces $65,000 Settlement with Emerald Sky Dairy to Resolve Violations of Wisconsin’s Wastewater Laws
June 30, 2022
Jun 30th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Ron Johnson’s Staff Offered Pence Fake Elector Documents
Part of strategy by attorneys for former President Donald Trump to undermine 2020 election.
Jun 22nd, 2022 by Rich Kremer
Jury Finds Waterford Man Guilty in Civil Storm Water Case
June 20, 2022
Jun 20th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
DOJ Announces Mallinckrodt to Pay $230 Million Agreement in Underpayment of Medicaid Drug Rebates Lawsuit
June 20, 2022
Jun 20th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Office of School Safety Launches Critical Incident Response Team Program
June 16, 2022
Jun 16th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
‘Tangled Series’ of Abortion Laws Since 1849
Wisconsin has had many laws passed on abortion which could cause confusion if Roe overturned.
Jun 8th, 2022 by Phoebe Petrovic
UPDATE: Critical Incident Investigation in Mauston, Wis.
June 7, 2022
Jun 7th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Investigation Continues in ’Targeted Killing’ of Judge
Accused killer’s list of targets included Gov. Evers, Mitch McConnell, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Jun 7th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
UPDATE: Critical Incident Investigation in Mauston, Wis.
June 4, 2022
Jun 4th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Critical Incident Investigation in Mauston, Wis.
June 3, 2022
Jun 3rd, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Wisconsin DOJ Announces $36 Million in Loan Discharge for more than 3,000 Wisconsinites who Attended Corinthian Colleges, Inc.
June 2, 2022
Jun 2nd, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Kaul Announces State Sex Assault Kits Tracking System
Goal tp 'empower’ assault survivors, allow them to track progress on investigations.
May 31st, 2022 by Rob Mentzer
Rep. Deb Andraca Ran To Change Gun Laws
Recent mass shootings a reminder that gun control laws have gone nowhere in Wisconsin.
May 26th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
AG Kaul Announces Launch of Statewide Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System for Victims
May 25, 2022
May 25th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Announces $19.2 Million Agreement with Ford Motor Company for False Advertising of Fuel-Efficiency, Payload Capacity
May 24, 2022
May 24th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigation in Racine, Wis.
May 20, 2022
May 20th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Clergy and Faith Leader Initiative Child Sexual Assault Case Charged in Douglas County
Anyone with information on clergy or faith leader abuse is encouraged to report it at SupportSurvivors.widoj.gov or by calling 1-877-222-2620
May 17th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Announces Appointment of Division of Law Enforcement Services Administrator Steven Wagner
May 13, 2022
May 13th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
DOJ Releases Police Use-of-Force Data
Information from 96% of state’s law enforcement agencies shows how and when force used.
May 10th, 2022 by Henry Redman
AG Kaul Announces New Use of Force and Arrest-Related Death Data Dashboard
96% of Wisconsin Law Enforcement Agencies Reporting, Covering 99.9% of Wisconsin’s Population
May 9th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
WI DOJ Secures $2,370,000 for Wisconsin Consumers Deceived by Turbo Tax
Wisconsin Joins All 50 States in Agreement with TurboTax Owner Intuit for Deceiving Low-Income Americans into Paying for Free Tax Services
May 5th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
State’s Black and Hispanic Renters Struggling
Report finds 47% of Black renters, 31% of Hispanic renters behind on payments.
Apr 19th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
AG Kaul Releases Update in Advance of One-Year Anniversary of Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse Initiative
Over 200 completed reports of over 150 abusers, 51 reporting for the first time
Apr 19th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Fight Over Pollution Lawsuits Continues
Three settlements okayed but GOP legislators and Attorney General war over who gets money awarded.
Apr 18th, 2022 by Erik Gunn
AG Kaul Releases 2021 Annual Crime Lab Report
Despite impacts of COVID-19, crime labs well positioned for the future
Apr 14th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul, DATCP Announce Enforcement Action Against Extended Vehicle Warranty Telemarketer
April 4, 2022
Apr 4th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Peshtigo Residents Seek Superfund Designation for PFAS Pollution
Residents send petition to EPA after two of six city wells shut down for high PFAS levels.
Mar 25th, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
What’s Driving Milwaukee’s Homicide Rate
Pro-gun laws, red-lining and lead poisoning have a strong correlation with shootings.
Mar 24th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes
Lead Program Investigation Closed Without Criminal Charges
But investigation confirms program was mismanaged.
Mar 24th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Following DA Decision Not to Charge, DOJ Releases Files from Investigation into MHD Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
March 24, 2022
Mar 24th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
DOJ Prosecutors Making Significant Impact on Drug Cases in Wisconsin
AG Kaul Releases Drug Prosecutor Report, Calls for Extension of HOPE Policy Positions
Mar 22nd, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Kaul Sues Companies On Forever Chemicals
AG seeks monetary damages, cleanup by Johnson Controls, Tyco for PFAS pollution in Marinette.
Mar 15th, 2022 by Madeline Fox and Danielle Kaeding
AG Kaul Files Lawsuit Against Johnson Controls, Inc. and Tyco Fire Products for PFAS Violations
March 14, 2022
Mar 14th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Jury Finds Fond du Lac Man Guilty in Homicide Case
March 2, 2022
Mar 2nd, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Wisconsin Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking Adult and Minor Victims
Feb 18th, 2022 by U.S. Department of Justice
AG Kaul Celebrates ICAC Accomplishments on Safer Internet Day
February 8, 2022
Feb 8th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Supreme Court Denies Kleefisch Election Lawsuit
4-3 ruling rejects challenge to absentee ballot boxes by Republican candidate for governor.
Feb 5th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Wood County Man Charged with Child Sexual Assault in Connection to Clergy and Faith Leader Initiative
Survivors are still encouraged to report abuse at SupportSurvivors.widoj.gov or by calling 1-877-222-2620
Feb 3rd, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Illinois Man Sentenced for Distributing Drugs in Wisconsin that Linked to Fatal Overdoses
Jan 27th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Democrats Propose Criminal Justice Reforms
Rejecting Republican ‘tough on crime’ approach as 'costly, ineffective.'
Jan 25th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Attorneys in Redistricting Case Dispute Meaning of ‘Least Changes’
State Supreme Court Justices hinting at what their order for 'least changes' means.
Jan 20th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Bail Reform Debate Proceeds Without Data
GOP bills react to Waukesha parade killings without full knowledge of state bail system.
Jan 11th, 2022 by Henry Redman
Three Sentenced in Wood County Meth Conspiracy Case
January 4, 2022
Jan 4th, 2022 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Judge Blomme Gets 9-Year Sentence For Child Pornography
Elected in 2020, arrested in March. Actions called 'the worst of the worst' at sentencing.
Dec 24th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
State High Court Asked to Rule On Marsy’s Law
Appeals court won’t decide suit, citing little case law whether voters on ballot question fully informed.
Dec 22nd, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Questions About Foxconn Project Consultant’s $336,000 Pay
Mount Pleasant has paid consulting group $1.2 million, with no job description or exact work records.
Dec 21st, 2021 by Corrinne Hess
AG Kaul and Wisconsin Emergency Management Announce Wireless Emergency Alerts for Certain Silver Alert Cases
December 21, 2021
Dec 21st, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Quit ‘Chasing Conspiracy Theories,’ Kaul Urges Republicans
Election investigation ‘wasting taxpayer money,’ attorney general charges.
Dec 15th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
AG Kaul Announces Appointment of Tina Virgil to be Division of Criminal Investigation Administrator
December 15, 2021
Dec 15th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Former Rock County Deputy Sheriff Arrested for Child Sexual Assault
December 15, 2021
Dec 15th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Celebrates Sexual Assault Kit Reform Legislation Becoming Law
New law to help prevent a future backlog of sexual assault kits in Wisconsin
Dec 6th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Gov. Evers Appoints Ronald Skallerud as Forest County Sheriff
Nov 18th, 2021 by Gov. Tony Evers
DOJ Suit Targets Notorious Local Landlord
Milwaukee landlord Youssef Berrada and his firm charged with 15 violations of state law.
Nov 17th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer
AG Kaul Announces Lawsuit Alleging Milwaukee Landlord Joe Berrada Violated Wisconsin Landlord-Tenant Law
November 16, 2021
Nov 16th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Tribes Ask Federal Judge to Block Wolf Hunt
Tribes want protection for wolves if state court ruling is overturned.
Oct 29th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
AG Kaul Issues Update on Statewide Inquiry into Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse
Survivors are still encouraged to report abuse at SupportSurvivors.widoj.gov or by calling 1-877-222-2620
Oct 27th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Judge Says State Wolf Hunt Law May Be Unconstitutional
Animal rights groups suing to overturn law allowing annual wolf hunt.
Oct 22nd, 2021 by Rich Kremer
DNR Orders JCI To Do More PFAS Testing
State agency orders company to provide broader assessment of pollution.
Oct 21st, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Dane County Man Charged with Sexual Assault in Connection with Backlogged Kit
October 21, 2021
Oct 21st, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Drug Take Back Day is October 23
October 18, 2021
Oct 18th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Election Probe Testimony Postponed
Testimony from public officials for the GOP-investigation was to begin Friday, Oct. 15.
Oct 14th, 2021 by Laurel White
Evers Allocates $45 Million To Violence Prevention, Victim Support
Evers joined by Attorney General Josh Kaul and Milwaukee violence prevention leaders for announcement.
Oct 13th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Gov. Evers Announces $45 Million Investment in Safer Communities, Violence Prevention Efforts
Oct 13th, 2021 by Gov. Tony Evers
Attorney General Kaul Statement on Election “Investigation” by Former Supreme Court Justice Gableman
October 11, 2021
Oct 11th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
The Legacy of Concealed Carry in Wisconsin
10 years after the first concealed carry permit was issued, one in eight adults over 21 now have one.
Oct 11th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Jury Finds Milwaukee Man Guilty of Road Rage Shooting on I-94/43
October 8, 2021
Oct 8th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Verona Man Charged with Alleged Sexual Assault After Backlogged Kit is Tested
October 1, 2021
Oct 1st, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Announces $86,000 Agreement with Jon-De Capital, Inc. for Violations of Wisconsin’s Wastewater Laws
October 1, 2021
Oct 1st, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
State Leads Nation in Calling Police on Native Students
Overall Wisconsin schools call police on students twice as often as other states.
Sep 30th, 2021 by Corey Mitchell, Joe Yerardi and Susan Ferriss | Center for Public Integrity, Clare Amari | Wisconsin Watch, Angelica Euseary and Robert Chappell | Madison365
AG Kaul Joins Fight Against Texas Abortion Law
Kaul filed an amicus brief supporting a challenge of the new abortion ban.
Sep 16th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Gov. Evers, Attorney General Kaul File Motion to Intervene in Redistricting Lawsuit
Governor asks to intervene in lawsuit asking a federal court to draw Wisconsin’s electoral maps
Sep 13th, 2021 by Gov. Tony Evers
New Berlin Critical Incident Records – June 22, 2021
March 19, 2021
Sep 3rd, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Local Police Kill Three in Two Weeks
Three men shot and killed, two by Milwaukee Police, one by Greenfield Police.
Aug 28th, 2021 by Christine Hatfield
Wisconsin DOJ Hosts First Fire Investigation Course
“This course provides investigators with training and accreditation, bringing expertise in fire investigations to more communities and helping to protect public safety,” said Attorney General Kaul.
Aug 26th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
One Year After Jacob Blake Shooting Kenosha Seeks Answers
Still dealing with fallout from police shooting, protests, killing of protestors.
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Isiah Holmes and Henry Redman
Nearly 200 Officers Fired Or Forced Out Are Back On The Job
Hired again across the state after allegations including sexual harassment, drunken fights.
Aug 22nd, 2021 by Peter Cameron
AG Kaul Announces Conclusion of Review of Sexual Assault Cases Previously Investigated by the Wisconsin National Guard
August 19, 2021
Aug 19th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Announces Over $650,000 Settlement with SEMCO, Inc.
August 19, 2021
Aug 19th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Announces Plan to Join $26 Billion Proposed Opioid Settlements
Aug 18th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Announces Lawsuit to Remove Frederick Prehn from Wisconsin Natural Resources Board
August 17, 2021
Aug 17th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
DOJ Provides $92 Million to Wisconsin Schools for Safety Improvements
Aug 5th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Kaul Cites ‘Uneven’ Response by Catholic Dioceses to Clergy Abuse Probe
GOJ statewide probe has received 100 reports of either sexual abuse or related information.
Jul 21st, 2021 by Hope Kirwan
Update Expected Soon on Criminal Investigation Into Health Department
City officials and council members want to know status of DOJ, Milwaukee County DA investigation.
Jul 16th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
State Supreme Court OKs Private Attorneys for Redistricting
Lower court ruled that legislators can't hire private attorneys until a lawsuit is pending.
Jul 16th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
Anger and Frustration With Milwaukee’s Lead Program
Even the Milwaukee Health Department doesn't like what's happened since 2018.
Jul 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Racine County Critical Incident Investigation
Jul 15th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Takes Action on Open Housing Cases
Jul 15th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Issues Update on Statewide Inquiry into Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse
Survivors are still encouraged to report abuse at SupportSurvivors.widoj.gov or by calling 1-877-222-2620
Jul 13th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
State May Get $65 million in Opioid Settlement
Purdue Pharma reaches $4.3 billion settlement with multiple states.
Jul 9th, 2021 by Shamane Mills
