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AG Kaul Joins Coalition Pushing Back Against Mississippi’s Effort to Overturn Aspects of Roe v. Wade
September 20, 2021
Sep 20th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Court Backs Natural Resources Board Chair
Judge rejects Kaul lawsuit arguing Frederick Prehn should step aside for Evers appointee.
Sep 18th, 2021 by Henry Redman
AG Kaul Leads Coalition in Support of EPA’s proposal to include PFAS as a class in the Contaminant Candidate List 5
September 17, 2021
Sep 17th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
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
AG Kaul Joins Coalition in Support of DOJ’s Lawsuit Against Texas Abortion Ban
Amicus Brief Filed in Federal District Court Rejects Texas Law Banning Abortions After Six Weeks
Sep 15th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Joins Coalition Calling On Congress to Prioritize Funding for Programs to Address the Climate Crisis, Environmental Injustice
September 14, 2021
Sep 14th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Evers, Kaul File Redistricting Lawsuit
Asks federal court to declare current state maps unconstitutional.
Sep 14th, 2021 by Henry Redman
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
AG Kaul Warns Wisconsinites of Increase in Ransomware Threats
September 13, 2021
Sep 13th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
DNR Won’t Meet With Natural Resources Board in September
The Walker appointed chair of the board refuses to step down for Evers' appointee.
Sep 10th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Prehn Gets New Judge In Lawsuit
Suit seeks Prehn’s removal from Natural Resource Board. His lawyer’s motion asks for different judge.
Sep 4th, 2021 by Henry Redman
State of Wisconsin to Receive $14 Million After Arbitration Panel Rules in Favor of State in Dispute with Cigarette Manufacturers
September 2, 2021
Sep 2nd, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Groups Sue to Stop Fall Wolf Hunt
Animal rights groups argue state law mandating a hunt is unconstitutional.
Sep 1st, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
Prehn Worked With Republicans To Keep Expired Seat
Emails show Natural Resources Board chair strategized with legislators, lobbyist.
Aug 31st, 2021 by Henry Redman
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
AG Kaul, Gov Evers Announce Outside Counsel for Potential PFAS Claims
August 25, 2021
Aug 25th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Announces Sixth Conviction and Sentencing as a Result of the Wisconsin Sexual Assault Kit Initiative
August 24, 2021
Aug 24th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
GOP Legislators Want to Hire More Private Attorneys
Fighting to retain Walker appointee as Natural Resources Board chair after his term expired.
Aug 21st, 2021 by Henry Redman
Kaul, Crowley Call For Medicaid Expansion
Public officials and advocates partner to support proposals to lower healthcare costs.
Aug 20th, 2021 by Christine Hatfield
AG Kaul to U.S. Attorney General Garland: Firearm Regulations Must Include Ghost Guns
August 20, 2021
Aug 20th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
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
Kaul Lawsuit Seeks to Force Walker Appointee Off DNR Board
Fred Prehn’s six-year term expired May 1. AG argues governor can remove him.
Aug 18th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
AG Kaul Announces Lawsuit to Remove Frederick Prehn from Wisconsin Natural Resources Board
August 17, 2021
Aug 17th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Ojibwe Tribes Blast State on Wolf Hunt
Natural Resources Board decision to increase quota ignores science, federal treaty rights, tribes charge.
Aug 16th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
AG Kaul Calls for Faster Implementation of Anti-Robocall Technology
Urges the FCC to Accelerate Deadline for STIR/SHAKEN Adoption
Aug 9th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Judge Agrees To Plead Guilty To Child Pornography Charges
Brett Blomme faces up to 20 years in prison.
Aug 6th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
DOJ Provides $92 Million to Wisconsin Schools for Safety Improvements
Aug 5th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Kaul, 21 Attorneys General Warn of Voter Suppression
Letter to congressional leaders urges legislation to prevent voter suppression, election subversion.
Aug 4th, 2021 by Susan J. Demas
AG Kaul and Other Swing State AGs Lead 22 AGs Urging Congress to Pass Legislation to Safeguard Democracy
August 2, 2021
Aug 2nd, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Joins Coalition Urging Congress to Permanently Extend Expanded Child Tax
AGs Across Country Say this Proven, Systemic Solution to Lift Millions of Children Out of Poverty Should be a Priority in Reconciliation Bill
Jul 30th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Will Kaul Remove Natural Resources Board Chair?
Environmental groups push him to act. AG says law will guide his decision.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
AG Kaul Joins Coalition of Attorneys General Supporting Equitable Student Discipline in Schools
July 23, 2021
Jul 23rd, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Gray Wolf Advocates Want Natural Resources Chair Gone
Chair of Natural Resources Board refuses to vacate seat after term expired. Board taking up wolf hunting policy.
Jul 22nd, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
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
Evers, Johnson Rake In Campaign Funds
Outpacing challengers, Evers raises $5 million and Johnson $1.2 million in first half of 2021.
Jul 18th, 2021 by Laurel White
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
AG Kaul Takes Action on Open Housing Cases
Jul 15th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
AG Kaul Calls on Federal Regulators to Act on Child Car Seat Safety
Jul 14th, 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
Kaul Announces Run For Reelection
Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul predicts a tough race against Republican challenger.
Jul 12th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
State May Get $65 million in Opioid Settlement
Purdue Pharma reaches $4.3 billion settlement with multiple states.
Jul 9th, 2021 by Shamane Mills
State Treasurer Godlewski & BCPL announce $1 Million for UW System Grants & Scholarships
This year’s distribution will be a record-breaking $1,025,000 from the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands’ (BCPL) Normal School Fund to help make college more affordable and provide grants to UW System programs
Jul 8th, 2021 by Sarah Godlewski
Pretty Sure It’s Corrupt
Initials of Public Service Commission have a second meaning: possible misconduct by Mike Huebsch.
Jul 5th, 2021 by Dave Cieslewicz
Bill Gives Local Governments Opioid Settlement Money
Some provisions of bill give Legislature more authority over settlement funds.
Jul 1st, 2021 by Shamane Mills
AG Kaul Announces Judgment Requiring $95,000 Penalty for Alleged Illegal Release of Mercury Waste
Jun 24th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Legislature Grabs Power Over Opioid Lawsuit Settlements
Bill passed with no discussion. Unconstitutional power grab, opponents say.
Jun 24th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
Bill Makes State a ‘Second Amendment Sanctuary’
With less regulation of guns. One of several Republican bills Evers likely to veto.
Jun 24th, 2021 by Shawn Johnson
AG Kaul & 25 AGs Calling For Passage Of The Federal Equality Act
AGs Urge Senate to Pass Measure Prohibiting Discrimination Against LGBTQ Americans.
Jun 23rd, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
High Court Ruling Restricts Expungements
Decision puts expungement of criminal records “further out of the reach," dissent charges.
Jun 22nd, 2021 by Gretchen Schuldt
The Fight To Save Kohler-Andrae State Park
Herb Kohler’s golf course would grab a huge chunk of it. Environmentalists are fighting this.
Jun 18th, 2021 by RT Both
What Is Archdiocese Afraid Of?
Archbishop Listecki strongly opposes state investigation of clergy sex abuse. Why?
Jun 15th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
First State Budget Veto In 90 Years?
Tony Evers threatens to become first governor since 1931 to veto entire budget.
Jun 7th, 2021 by Steven Walters
Milwaukee Archdiocese Not Cooperating with State Investigation
Archdiocese questions attorney general's authority for statewide investigation into clergy abuse.
Jun 4th, 2021 by Hope Kirwan
AG Kaul and Coalition of 23 AGs Supporting Equitable Student Discipline in School
May 24, 2021
May 24th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Charges Filed in Kenosha County for Serial Sex Assaults Uncovered by Backlogged Sexual Assault Kits
May 20, 2021
May 20th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Wisconsin, FTC, 5 Other States & Counties Sue Frontier Communications for Misrepresenting Internet Speeds
Company failed to deliver promised DSL Internet speeds
May 19th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
DOJ Releases New Data on Crimes and Sex Offenses for 2020
May 19, 2021
May 19th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Milwaukee County Doctor Charged with Identity Theft and Medical Assistance Fraud
May 18, 2021
May 18th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul & 23 AGs Support U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Effort to Undo Trump-Era Healthcare Rule
May 18, 2021
May 18th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Josh Kaul Looks the Other Way on Workplace Abuse, Discrimination Within DOJ
Kaul Refuses to Provide Answers to Victims and the Public
May 17th, 2021 by Republican Party of Wisconsin
Internet Crimes Against Children Investigation Leads to Tomah Man’s Guilty Verdict for Producing and Possessing Child Pornography
May 17, 2021
May 17th, 2021 by Wisconsin Department of Justice
Kaul Probe of Clergy Abuse Is Historic
Unprecedented state-wide investigation could uncover many crimes, lead to legal reforms.
May 10th, 2021 by Bruce Murphy
AG Kaul Leads 19 AGs in Urging EPA to Require Public Water Systems to Monitor for Additional PFAS
May 10, 2021
May 10th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Nurses Call For Union Rights at Capitol Rally
'We were deeply betrayed at all levels of power while drowning in... dying patients.’
May 10th, 2021 by Erik Gunn
AG Kaul, 44 AGs Urging Facebook to Abandon Launch of Instagram Kids
Coalition Sends Letter Expressing Serious Concerns Over Safety and Well-Being of Children
May 10th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Testifies Before Congress on Voting Rights
The Wisconsin Attorney General argued against purges of voters from the rolls.
May 7th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
AG Kaul Urges Congress to Pass the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2021
May 7, 2021
May 7th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Wisconsin Drug Take Back Collection #2 in the Country; Collects Over 60,000 lbs. of Unwanted Medications to Fight the Opioid Epidemic
May 5, 2021
May 5th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Recognizes Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Awareness Day
May 5, 2021
May 5th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Kaul Gives Details on Clergy Abuse Probe
Investigating all five Catholic dioceses in state. Archdiocesan official criticizes effort.
Apr 28th, 2021 by Henry Redman
Senator Agard Applauds Attorney General Kaul, DOJ Investigation into Clergy Sexual Abuse
AG Kaul announced that state DOJ will conduct a sweeping inquiry into clergy and faith leader abuse in Wisconsin.
Apr 27th, 2021 by Dane County Executive Melissa Agard
Awake Milwaukee Welcomes Wisconsin Attorney General Investigation of Clergy Sexual Abuse
Catholic organization stands with abuse survivors and encourages Catholic support of investigation
Apr 27th, 2021 by Awake Milwaukee
AG Kaul Announces Statewide Inquiry into Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse
Survivors encouraged to report abuse at SupportSurvivors.widoj.gov or by calling 1-877-222-2620
Apr 27th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
AG Kaul Announces Nearly $250,000 Settlement with Polluters for Violations of Wisconsin’s Wastewater Laws
April 26, 2021
Apr 26th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Advocates Hail DOJ Probe of Abusive Clergy
Attorney General announces state-wide investigation of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy.
Apr 24th, 2021 by Hope Kirwan
Awake Milwaukee Responds to News of Wisconsin Attorney General Investigation
Local Catholic organization welcomes opportunity for truth and justice
Apr 23rd, 2021 by Awake Milwaukee
Jury Finds Officer Derek Chauvin Guilty
Minneapolis cop guilty on all charges, including second degree murder of George Floyd.
Apr 20th, 2021 by WPR Staff
Attorney General Kaul Statement on Chauvin Conviction
April 20, 2021
Apr 20th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Address Confidentiality Program for Crime Victims Enters Fourth Year
April 20, 2021
Apr 20th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Law Professor to Run for Attorney General
UW-Madison’s Ryan Owens the second Republican to enter race against Josh Kaul.
Apr 19th, 2021 by Laurel White
Jury Reaches Guilty Verdicts in Rock County Shooting
April 16, 2021
Apr 16th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
State Crime Lab Improves Processing Time
Even during the pandemic, the turnaround time for lab work was faster.
Apr 15th, 2021 by Henry Redman
DOJ Recieves Grant For Sexual Assault Kit Database
New system will track evidence for sexual assault cases. A backlog discovered in 2014 took four years to process.
Apr 15th, 2021 by Shamane Mills
AG Kaul Releases 2020 State Crime Laboratories Annual Report
April 15, 2021
Apr 15th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Legislature Tries Again to Control Federal Stimulus Money
Evers twice vetoed bills to do this. Assembly’s latest bills violate federal rules, LRB warns.
Apr 14th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin
AG Kaul Provides Update on Sexual Assault Kit Initiative and Tracking System
April 14, 2021
Apr 14th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Bipartisan Coalition of AGs Call on Congress to Pass NO HATE Act
Letter: “As Attorneys General, we are on the frontlines of protecting public safety and ensuring that everyone in our jurisdiction can live their lives free of hate and discrimination”
Apr 13th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
Supreme Court Considers Water Pollution Rules
Environmental groups challenge 2011 law limiting state DNR’s rules to protect groundwater.
Apr 13th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
AG Kaul, Sen. Johnson, Rep. Anderson Propose Civil Rights Enforcement Legislation
April 8, 2021
Apr 8th, 2021 by Josh Kaul
High Capacity Wells Draining State Lakes
Study finds wells reduced lake levels by up to 3 feet on three lakes in Central Sands region.
Apr 7th, 2021 by Danielle Kaeding
