David Clarke

How Will County Jail React To Trump’s ‘Mass Deportation’ Policy?

Per Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office policy, it does not detain individuals at the request of ICE.

County’s Jail Healthcare Provider Is Bankrupt

Wellpath LLC, the health care provider since 2019, seeks to clear $550 million in debt.

Hovde Faces Minimal Competition For Republican Senate Nomination

An endorsement by former President Donald Trump could reduce the chances of a primary challenge.

Baldwin and Hovde Using Drastically Different Strategies To Win Votes

Baldwin goes "hyper local," while Hovde pushes national issues.

Hovde Enters Senate Race Against Baldwin

Hovde’s announcement focused on the economy, crime, the border. Dems already attacking him for California conmections.

Even Republicans Praise Tammy Baldwin

Democrat’s ability to court rural vote wins grudging respect — and fear.

A Battle Over Sheriff’s Bodycam Policy

Two supervisors push for faster public release of video evidence, but committee says no.

In-Person Visits Return to Community Reintegration Center

County correctional center has not allowed such visits for more than a decade.

North Carolina Lawyer Sentenced to Prison

Rolland Pushes Plan to Restore Jail Visitation

Legislation funds feasibility study for returning in-person visitation to jail.

40-Year-Old Stevens Point Student Is First Republican To Challenge Sen. Tammy Baldwin

Announcement comes after representatives Tiffany and Gallagher said they were out.

Rep. Tom Tiffany Won’t Challenge Sen. Tammy Baldwin

Republican field for fall 2024 race is wide open as more candidates opt out.

Marquette Law School Poll of Wisconsin voters finds Gov. Evers approval up, GOP presidential primary razor thin between Trump and DeSantis, and Biden with bigger lead over Trump than over DeSantis

Biden leads Trump by 9, DeSantis by 2 in hypothetical head-to-heads

Republicans Discuss Unity, Abortion at State Convention

"This is not your pop's Republican Party. We've got tattoos, piercings."

Two North Carolina Lawyers Plead Guilty to Conspiracy Involving Scam Political Action Committee

Gallagher Won’t Challenge Baldwin for US Senate

A blow to GOP leaders who saw congressman as best shot to defeat Democrat in 2024.

Former Jail Medical Provider Still Troubling County

County still litigating lawsuits from six-year tenure of Armor Correction Health Services.

Tammy Baldwin Will Run for Reelection

Incumbent Democratic U.S. Senator makes it official, she will seek third term.

Will David Clarke Take On Tammy Baldwin?

"America's Sheriff" may run against Democratic U.S. Senator, national story suggests.

How Talk Radio Took Over Wisconsin

Most news and talk stations in state are dominated by right-wing voices.

Sheriff Lucas Leaving for Job With Fiserv

Will become Vice President of Security for Wisconsin for company headquartered in Brookfield.

Interview with Mohamed Awad

Awad wants to change culture of Sheriff's Office, saying commanders from Clarke-era must go.

Gableman Rallies With Extremists, Including Vos’s Primary Opponent

Wall Street Journal warns Gableman could help Republicans lose state in 2022.

Bill Allowing Early Count of Absentee Ballots Looks Dead

Had near-unanimous GOP support, with other provisions attached to it Democrats opposed.

15 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the ballots, which insiders, groups and trends were the winners and losers in this election?

It’s Johnson vs. Donovan For Mayor

Acting mayor and former alderman pull away from crowded field. Will face off in general election.

Board Okays New Jail Phone Call Policy

Amended resolution slowly lowers cost of phone and video calls for jail and HOC inmates.

Primary For Governor Continues Century-Old Reform

This was the first state to hold primary elections. Kleefisch vs. Nicholson is latest example.

Who Will Win Mayoral Primary?

Voter turnout may decide which two candidates get through primary.

Critical Race Theory, Spending Fuel Mequon-Thiensville School Board Recall

Four board members face recall elections.

Proposal Limits Cost of Jail Visits, Food

Sup. Clancy proposes free phone, video calls and limits on commissary charges for food.

Vos Kisses Trump’s Ring

Humbling himself to placate right-wing zealots calling for Assembly Speaker's head.

School Boards Across State Face Arguments, ‘Bullying’

Three Oconomowoc board members resign, citing a “toxic” environment.

State Legislature Debates Anti-Racism, Anti-Sexism Education Bills

Critical Race Theory discussed during debate. One bill requires instruction materials be made public.

Sheriff Projects $3.9 Million Overtime Deficit

Sheriff blames understaffing. Finance Committee does not accept his report.

Election Conspiracy Promoter Hosting Trump Via Livestream

The former president will speak virtually at Wisconsin event on Saturday.

Build Trust to Boost Vaccinations

Only 24% of Blacks, 32% of Latinx in state have had at least one dose.

County Jail Gets National Accreditation

Sheriff says accreditation from National Commission on Correctional Health Care was "years in the making."

Board Approves Overtime Oversight Policy

New policy will likely bring the sheriff's office before the board to explain overtime expenditures.

Why BLOC Endorses Gokalgandhi

Passionate and dedicated, she would be first South Asian elected official in Milwaukee history.

Sykes Is No Longer a Republican

National Public Radio stands corrected. He is not -- roll the drums -- a Republican any more.

Most Popular Murphy’s Law Columns

Amid a historic pandemic, Vos and Fitzgerald fail to lead, David Clarke returns and Foxconn deal gets worse.

Republican Slams Party for State Recount

Fond du Lac Chairman, talk radio’s Jeff Wagner attack effort to ‘disenfranchise' legal voters.

‘MAGA’ Rally in Wauwatosa Gathers Hundreds

One day after Mayfair Mall shooting Trump supporters gather, including many with guns.

Trump Rally Becomes Confrontation

Crowd resists Health Department rules, Serb Hall hit with city citations, its manager in fracas with crowd.

Committee Rejects Sheriff Cuts

But it also passed a widely supported increase in spending for services like housing and youth justice.

Sheriff’s Office Spent $61.6 Million On Overtime

That's $35 million more than budgeted over the last seven years.

Did David Clarke Inspire Michigan Militia?

He was a prominent speaker urging rebellion against Michigan governor.

Should Sheriff’s Budget Be Cut?

When it comes to defunding police, the county sheriffs are an obvious place to start.

Did Kenosha Cops Push Protesters Toward Militia?

So says militia member after two people killed by armed civilian. Pattern seen in other cities.

David Clarke a Key Part of Bannon Scam

Ex-sheriff not indicted but was key fundraiser for We Build the Wall group accused of fraud.

Former Milwaukeean Running for Vice President

Angela Walker is VP nominee for Green Party, but might not get on Wisconsin ballot.

Our Sheriff’s Department is Underfunded and Understaffed

Broken Systems, Broken Promises

This Weekend’s Protests Against Police Brutality

List of protests against the killing of George Floyd and police brutality.

David Clarke Is Still Crazy

Or maybe crazier. Just ask Charlie Sykes.

Chief Morales Reappointed for Four Years

Commission grants police chief a full term, requires public meeting, reports.

Dan Kelly: Applying the Law as His Campaign Contributors Wish It To Be

Kelly’s Right-Wing Activism Includes Overturning Court Precedent to Side With Donors

Up From the Hillside Projects

Sheriff Earnell Lucas is on a mission to serve the people.

Tom Barrett’s Black Voter Challenge

His support solid in black community. But 2020 could be different.

Penzeys Uses Facebook to Attack Trump

Local company one of leading political spenders on Facebook, analysis shows.

Sanctuary Rally Announces Pro-Immigrant Bills

“These people are us!” Proposed state laws provide more protection for immigrants.

Dan Kelly’s Time on State High Court Answers the Question — Yes, He’s an Extremist

Dan Kelly’s Decisions Expose Him as Right-Wing Judicial Activist

About Those Good Guys With a Gun

Cop killer Jordan Fricke is the latest case undermining that theory.

City Attorney Grant Langley Retiring?

Vince Bobot announces for job, leading to speculation Langley may retire after 36 years.

Republican Grifters

Many fake right wing groups rip off donors. Why are conservatives more vulnerable?

The Ugly Record of Armor Health

Why the county had to replace the company handling the county jail.

The Disappearance of Sheriff Clarke

Fox News no longer wants him. Does anyone?

Sheriff Won’t Work With Federal Immigration

Lucas changes policy, won’t give information to ICE about people detained in the jail.

Private Contract for Jail Health Care Okayed

But committee also calls for county to take over for private contractor in two years.

Milwaukee County to Move Inmate Healthcare In-house by 2021

Short-term Contract Provides a Bridge to In-house Provision of Healthcare at the Jail and House of Corrections

Will Earnell Lucas Be a “People’s Sheriff”?

That’s what new sheriff promised; community members hope he will be very different than David Clarke.

Anti-Immigrant Policies Spread Fear, Experts Say

Speakers at UWM panel urge more information to combat ignorance about immigrants.

Sheriff Lucas Pledges to Restore “Integrity”

Sees challenges, promises changes to county office run by David Clarke for 15 years.

Lucas Rejects Clarke’s Immigration Policies

New sheriff also intends to build positive relationship with Milwaukee Police.

Audit Finds Staffing Problems at County Jail

And at House of Correction. Both facilities consistently understaffed for 22 months.

Did Abele, Newspaper Cover Up Schmidt Pension?

Decisions by county exec, Journal Sentinel, suppressed news of his lucrative pension.

All the Election Data You Want

It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.

23 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the vote totals, who were the other winners and losers in yesterday’s election?

Richard Schmidt is Failing to Keep Us Safe

Richard Schmidt has failed to articulate a coherent strategy to protect our neighborhood parks.

Sheriff Candidates All Promise Big Changes

All three acknowledge budget constraints and need to improve department long run by David Clarke.

Walker Met With Accused Russian Agent

Maria Butina, charged by federal prosecutors, posed for photo with Walker during his run for president.

Should Milwaukee Elect Police Chief?

Alderman Rainey's proposal gets discussion, but not much support.

Rep. Zepnick – Rejects Call for Milwaukee Police Chief Election

"The suggestion that another political campaign is what Milwaukee needs to hire a Police Chief is beyond absurd and totally unworkable."

Independent Business Association of Wisconsin (IBAW) Presents Milwaukee County Sheriff Richard Schmidt

Sheriff Richard Schmidt is the former senior commander of the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office, who took over when previous Sheriff, David A. Clarke Jr., resigned in August, 2017.

Statement on Milwaukee County Sheriff Vacancy

Milwaukee County Acting Sheriff Richard Schmidt will continue to serve as acting sheriff for the remainder of Sheriff Clarke’s term ending January 7, 2019.

Community Groups Want Say On Police Chief

In search for new chief, pushing for a candidate committed to community relations.

Sykes, Clarke Still Hate Each Other

Sykes keeps attacking his old pal, while Clarke is muzzled by Twitter.

Top 10 State News Stories of 2017

Another historic year in Wisconsin politics created some big headlines.

Federal Judge Slams Lawyers in Jail Suit

Suit over baby’s death in county jail has sparring lawyers acting “like fourth graders.”

The Online Legacy of Sheriff Clarke

His use of government social media set an ugly precedent which must be rejected.

Governor Scott Walker Seeks Applicants for Milwaukee County Sheriff

The appointment will fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Sheriff David A. Clarke, Jr.

Disgraced former Sheriff Clarke joins shady pro-Trump super PAC

"Milwaukee County taxpayers will finally be relieved of footing the bill for David Clarke's real job: a mouthpiece for Donald Trump."

Community Groups Hail Clarke’s Resignation

Anti-Clarke groups declare victory, push Walker on replacement he appoints.

Officials Shouldn’t Block Twitter, Facebook Users

Courts have ruled against blocking certain users of official Facebook pages, Twitter feeds.

Why Did Sheriff Clarke Resign?

It’s all about his love of Donald Trump -- and the media spotlight.

Alderman Bob Donovan thanks Sheriff Clarke on his years of dedication to public service

Statement from Alderman Bob Donovan - September 1, 2017

Sheriff David Clarke’s Resignation is a Victory for Milwaukee

In response to Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke’s resignation, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) issued the following statement:

Chairman Lipscomb Statement on Resignation of Sheriff Clarke

"Milwaukee County's next sheriff should be someone who is focused on public safety..."

Supervisor Moore Omokunde Statement on Clarke Resignation

"Sadly, the public may never get a full accounting from Clarke regarding his failures..."