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Should National Guard Be Sent to State’s Prisons?
Some advocates pushing Gov. Evers to use guards to relieve staffing shortage.
Dec 13th, 2023 by Devin Blake
Wisconsin Prisons Quietly Reinstate Copays For Those With COVID-19 Symptoms
State has one of the highest prisoner copays in nation. DOC says it would suspend copays for outbreaks.
Dec 7th, 2023 by Jonah Beleckis
After 28 Years in Prison He Had No Credit
Building or re-building credit is a challenge for ex-offenders.
Nov 15th, 2023 by Devin Blake
Democrats Say Bills Would Create Better Standards For Jails, Prisons
17-bill package would establish minimum standards for living standards.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Sarah Lehr
Wisconsin’s Prison Budget Among Largest In Nation
State's incarceration rate, particularly for Black males, also among highest nationally.
Oct 30th, 2023 by Robert D'Andrea
Legislative Committee Okays $6 Million for 2nd Juvenile Facility
What would that mean for Milwaukee's youthful offenders?
Oct 1st, 2023 by Devin Blake
Waupun Prison’s ‘Nightmare’ Lockdown
Lockdown has gone on since late March. Prisoners describe unsanitary conditions and a dearth of medical care.
Aug 21st, 2023 by Mario Koran
Push Underway For Better Care For Pregnant Inmates
Proposals, led by Sen. Lena Taylor, include banning shackling during labor.
Jul 30th, 2023 by Devin Blake
Highly Contagious Bird Flu Detected in County
First discovered in Jefferson County, has spread to variety of birds in Milwaukee and other counties.
Apr 3rd, 2022 by Danielle Kaeding
