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Assembly Democrats Prioritize Sustainable, Long Term Investment in Community Safety and Law Enforcement
MyPath Names Tenecia Waddell-Pyle Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Gov. Evers Appoints Clay Porter as Richland County Sheriff
Crowley: Milwaukee County Courthouse, Safety Building, and Criminal Justice Facility to Close at 2:00 PM Today
Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week
The Legislature’s Lack of Action is Shameful
Democrats Unveil A New Kind of Convention Keynote
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Democrats Unveil A New Kind of Convention Keynote

Tuesday's program will kick off with a united call to action from the future of the Democratic Party

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week
Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Calls on Transforming Criminal Justice System Through Racial Equity Lens
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Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Calls on Transforming Criminal Justice System Through Racial Equity Lens

New American Civil Liberties Union Study Highlights Wisconsin Probation and Parole System’s Contributions to Mass Incarceration

Wisconsin National Guard continues statewide COVID-19 testing this week
Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 250,000 specimens collected for COVID testing; statewide testing continues this week
Press Release: Gov. Evers Appoints Suzanne O’Neill as Marathon County Circuit Court Judge
Wisconsin National Guard surpasses 100,000 specimens collected for COVID-19 testing
Jim Sullivan endorses David Crowley for County Executive
Six municipal leaders announce endorsement of David Crowley for Milwaukee County Executive
State Representative JoCasta Zamarripa endorses David Crowley for County Executive
Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm endorses David Crowley for County Executive
Milwaukee Alderman Cavalier Johnson endorses David Crowley for Milwaukee County Executive
Mayor Bryan Kennedy endorses David Crowley for County Executive
League of Women Voters February 8 Public Issues Forum: Pathways to Criminal Justice Reform
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League of Women Voters February 8 Public Issues Forum: Pathways to Criminal Justice Reform

Free program will be held in the 1st Floor Conference Center at Summit Place, 6737 W. Washington Street, West Allis.

Gov. Evers Appoints Chief Judge Maxine White to the Wisconsin Court of Appeals
Crowley Raises Over $53,000 for County Executive Race
Dr. Kimo Ah Yun named next permanent provost at Marquette University
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Dr. Kimo Ah Yun named next permanent provost at Marquette University

Former communication dean has served as acting provost for the past year

Gov. Evers Appoints Michael Albrecht as Sauk County District Attorney
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Gov. Evers Appoints Michael Albrecht as Sauk County District Attorney

Albrecht currently serves as assistant district attorney in the Sauk County District Attorney’s Office, where he has worked for more than eight years.

Rep. David Crowley announces bid for Milwaukee County Executive
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Rep. David Crowley announces bid for Milwaukee County Executive

“Growing up in a struggling family in Milwaukee County, I know what it’s like to be reliant on County services and what that really means to people in our community.”

UW System honors achievements of LGBTQ+ advocates and their allies across UW System
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UW System honors achievements of LGBTQ+ advocates and their allies across UW System

13 honorees of 2019 Dr. P.B. Poorman Award for Outstanding Achievement on Behalf of LGBTQ+ People

ARCo Presents: They Don’t Pay? We Won’t Pay! By Dario Fo and Cyclops: A Monsterpiece
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ARCo Presents: They Don’t Pay? We Won’t Pay! By Dario Fo and Cyclops: A Monsterpiece

After the triumph of their inaugural production of Jean Claude van Itallie’s America Hurrah, ARCo is proud to announce their new fall offerings

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #41 Recreating the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
Senator Taylor Pushes Juvenile Corrections Reform
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Senator Taylor Pushes Juvenile Corrections Reform

"I’ve been calling for something to be done about Lincoln Hills for years."

Taylor Sexual Contact by Law Enforcement Officer Bill Receives Diverse Support
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Taylor Sexual Contact by Law Enforcement Officer Bill Receives Diverse Support

"I am thankful for the law enforcement agencies that agreed with the legislation and my colleagues that have helped to champion its merits."

Representative McGuire Appointed to Assembly Committees
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Representative McGuire Appointed to Assembly Committees

"These committee appointments will allow Representative McGuire to be a voice for the issues that make a difference to the people of Kenosha."

State Representative David Crowley joins WHEDA board
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State Representative David Crowley joins WHEDA board

“I am honored and excited to join the board of WHEDA,” said Crowley.

Lucas Names Gorens-Levey and Lovern as Transition Co-Chairs
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Lucas Names Gorens-Levey and Lovern as Transition Co-Chairs

Earnell Lucas was elected as the 65th Sheriff of Milwaukee County on November 6, 2018.

Marquette Provost Dan Myers stepping down; Dr. Kimo Ah Yun named acting provost
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Marquette Provost Dan Myers stepping down; Dr. Kimo Ah Yun named acting provost

An accomplished scholar and teacher, Ah Yun has received awards from California State University, Sacramento, and the International Communication Association.

The Role of Art and Artists in Criminal Justice Reform Discussed at Three-Day Symposium
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The Role of Art and Artists in Criminal Justice Reform Discussed at Three-Day Symposium

’The Milwaukee Model: Envisioning the Role of the Arts in Criminal Justice Reform’ explores how arts programming may help change perspectives on the criminal justice system

Perspectives of Incarcerated Individuals Highlighted in New Exhibition at Milwaukee Art Museum
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Perspectives of Incarcerated Individuals Highlighted in New Exhibition at Milwaukee Art Museum

The San Quentin Project: Nigel Poor and the Men of San Quentin State Prison features stories from inside prison through photographs and a podcast.

WWBIC New SBA Veteran’s Business Outreach Center (VBOC) for Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota Director and New Northeastern Regional Project Director now on board
LaShawndra Vernon Named Executive Director at Artists Working in Education
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LaShawndra Vernon Named Executive Director at Artists Working in Education

Vernon has a wealth of non-profit executive leadership and fund development experience.

Governor Walker Appoints Chief Deputy Scott Knudson as St. Croix County Sheriff
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Governor Walker Appoints Chief Deputy Scott Knudson as St. Croix County Sheriff

Knudson, a resident of Somerset, Wisconsin, holds over 21 years of law enforcement experience, all of which have been in the St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office.

A Bill Providing Pathways to Employment for Youthful Offenders Receives Public Hearing
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A Bill Providing Pathways to Employment for Youthful Offenders Receives Public Hearing

Bipartisan legislation would fix Wisconsin’s outdated expungement law

Representative Zepnick Supports Marcy’s Law for Wisconsin
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Representative Zepnick Supports Marcy’s Law for Wisconsin

“Protecting victim’s rights is of the utmost importance to ensuring justice.”

Methamphetamine Abuse in Wisconsin Expands 250 Percent
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Methamphetamine Abuse in Wisconsin Expands 250 Percent

Wisconsin DOJ, FBI, DEA, and Marshfield Clinic Brief Legislators

Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Third Term
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Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Third Term

“I am honored to represent the community that I love”

Rep. Barca Announces Democratic Committee Assignments for Upcoming Legislative Session
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Rep. Barca Announces Democratic Committee Assignments for Upcoming Legislative Session

“I am excited about the wealth of experience, dedication and talent our Democratic members will bring to their respective committees”

Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin backs multi-agency project to share opioid data
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Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin backs multi-agency project to share opioid data

Initiative will create nation’s largest opioid overdose surveillance system

UWM Alumni Assocation to Honor More Than 20 Indivduals, Businesses
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UWM Alumni Assocation to Honor More Than 20 Indivduals, Businesses

The 22 individual recipients and one corporate partner were chosen for awards based on their outstanding professional achievements, civic involvement and partnerships with the university.

Governor Walker Appoints Two Judges to the Sheboygan County Circuit Court
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Governor Walker Appoints Two Judges to the Sheboygan County Circuit Court

Governor Scott Walker appointed Kent Hoffmann to Branch 2 and Daniel Borowski to Branch 5 of the Sheboygan County Circuit Court today.

Walker Administration and Republican Legislators Must Also Be Held Accountable for Corrections Crisis
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Walker Administration and Republican Legislators Must Also Be Held Accountable for Corrections Crisis

Assembly Democrats Request Audit of Department of Corrections

Rep. Barnes and Rep. Goyke Statement on Visit to Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lake School for Girls Facility
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Rep. Barnes and Rep. Goyke Statement on Visit to Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lake School for Girls Facility

“Unfortunately, it has come to state and federal investigations to showcase how yet another piece of our state has spiraled out of control under the watch of Gov. Walker and legislative Republicans,” said Rep. Barnes.

Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2015 Panels

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Milwaukee Film Festival Announces 2015 Panels


Chicago Tribune film critic, Michael Phillips, to deliver Keynote Address;
 Panels on Policing and Education highlight the imperative and topical nature of festival documentaries

Governor Scott Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes
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Governor Scott Walker Announces Administration Staff Changes

Today, Governor Scott Walker announced the following administrative staff changes

Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Second Term
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Rep. Goyke Sworn In For Second Term

“I am honored and humbled to continue representing my community here in the State Legislature.”

Rep. Goyke to Lead Assembly Democrats on Criminal Justice and Public Safety
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Rep. Goyke to Lead Assembly Democrats on Criminal Justice and Public Safety

“As the Ranking Democrat on this important Committee, I pledge to work with anyone, from any party, and any part of the State, toward our shared goal of a safer and truly equal Wisconsin.”

Washington Park Neighborhood and MPD Awarded National MetLife Foundation Community-Police Partnership Award
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Washington Park Neighborhood and MPD Awarded National MetLife Foundation Community-Police Partnership Award

Mobilizing Residents/Partnerships leads to improved neighborhood safety

Rep. Goyke Announces Candidacy for Assembly Democratic Leader
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Rep. Goyke Announces Candidacy for Assembly Democratic Leader

“Today I am announcing my candidacy for Assembly Democratic Leader.”

Representative Goyke: Assembly Republicans Fail to Expand Access to Mental Health Services for Victims of Sexual Assault
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Representative Goyke: Assembly Republicans Fail to Expand Access to Mental Health Services for Victims of Sexual Assault

State Rep. Goyke issued the following statement in response to the Wisconsin State Assembly adjourning without passing Assembly Bill 518.

Representative Goyke Testifies on Assembly Bill 518 – “Lindsey’s Law”
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Representative Goyke Testifies on Assembly Bill 518 – “Lindsey’s Law”

Today, State Representative Evan Goyke (D-Milwaukee) testified before the Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice in support of Assembly Bill 518, “Lindsey’s Law.”

Rep. Richards Reaffirms Call to Pass Universal Background Checks Law
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Rep. Richards Reaffirms Call to Pass Universal Background Checks Law

Today, Rep. Jon Richards (D-Milwaukee) reaffirmed his call for a public hearing and passage of his bill to require criminal background checks for all firearms transactions in Wisconsin.

Services at the Courthouse Return to Regular Hours
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Services at the Courthouse Return to Regular Hours

All public services on the first floor of the Milwaukee County Courthouse are returning to regular hours on Tuesday, July 23rd.

Courthouse Opening First Floor Services to the Public
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Courthouse Opening First Floor Services to the Public

Offices Opening at 10am

Courthouse Opening Runs Smoothly
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Courthouse Opening Runs Smoothly

The Milwaukee County Courthouse reopened today for most court services and, with the exception of a few hiccups, things ran smoothly.

Proposal deserves a closer look…and perspective
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Proposal deserves a closer look…and perspective

Statement from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton May 9, 2013

Rep. Barca announces Democratic committee assignments for upcoming legislative session
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Rep. Barca announces Democratic committee assignments for upcoming legislative session

Today Assembly Democratic Leader Peter Barca (D-Kenosha) announced the Assembly Democratic members of the standing and joint committees for the 2013-2014 legislative session.