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City Hall: Milwaukee Reloads Lawsuit Howitzer
City Hall

Milwaukee Reloads Lawsuit Howitzer

City continuing to fight lawsuit claiming it created containment zones for the poor.

City Hall: Milwaukee Aims ‘Howitzer’ At Lawsuit
City Hall

Milwaukee Aims ‘Howitzer’ At Lawsuit

Bauman calls lawsuit by real estate agents claiming city misused federal funds 'totally bogus.'

Gregory Haanstad Named U.S Attorney

Gregory Haanstad Named U.S Attorney

Nominee, if confirmed, would get second term as U.S. Attorney and top prosecutor for Southeast Wisconsin.

How U.S. Marshals Came to Kenosha

How U.S. Marshals Came to Kenosha

Teams were shut down in Portland and sent to Kenosha protests, despite opposition of Evers, Kaul.

Foley Adds Former U.S. Attorney Matthew Krueger
Neenah Man Sentenced on Child Pornography Charge
U.S. Attorney Matthew Krueger Resigning

U.S. Attorney Matthew Krueger Resigning

Resignation comes as part of Trump-Biden turnover.

Wisconsin Man Indicted for Injuring Police Officer During Kenosha Riots
Statement Regarding Federal Civil Rights Investigation Into Shooting of Jacob Blake
Baldwin Questions U.S. Marshall’s Role in Tosa Protests

Baldwin Questions U.S. Marshall’s Role in Tosa Protests

Baldwin said U.S. Attorney should explain if Operation Legend Resources were used.

Federal Officers Helped Patrol Tosa Protests

Federal Officers Helped Patrol Tosa Protests

U.S. Attorney had promised federal Operation:Legend officers wouldn’t police protests.

Five Charged in Connection with COVID-Relief Fraud Scheme
Attorney General Barr Announces Drug Ring Bust in Milwaukee

Attorney General Barr Announces Drug Ring Bust in Milwaukee

26 suspects charged in alleged network running from city's South Side to California.

Attorney General William P. Barr Announced Updates On Operation Legend At Press Conference In Milwaukee
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Attorney General William P. Barr Announced Updates On Operation Legend At Press Conference In Milwaukee

Charges Announced Against 26 Defendants Alleged to Operate a Violent Drug Trafficking Organization in Milwaukee

Missouri Men Arrested in Kenosha for Illegal Guns

Missouri Men Arrested in Kenosha for Illegal Guns

Two men traveled to Kenosha, illegally armed, in response to unrest.

Two Individuals Charged in 23-Count Indictment Alleging Prescription Drug Kickbacks, Health Care Fraud, and Aggravated Identity Theft
U.S. Department of Justice Confirms Federal Civil Rights Investigation Into Shooting of Mr. Jacob Blake
Cudahy Woman Sentenced to 90 Months in Federal Prison for Attempting to Provide Material Support to ISIS
Oak Creek Man Who Vandalized Racine Synagogue Pleads Guilty
Former Milwaukee Alderman Sentenced to Prison for Wire Fraud
Neopit Man Receives Prison Sentence for Child Sexual Abuse on Menominee Indian Reservation
Former Police Chief and Sheriff Candidate Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Pornography Charges
Milwaukee Man Sentenced to 22 Years in Federal Prison for Armed Robberies and Unlawful Possession of Firearms
Federal “Surge” Is At Least 25 Agents

Federal “Surge” Is At Least 25 Agents

But far smaller than other cities, will not target protesters, says agent in charge.

Milwaukee Man Sentenced to Prison for Arson of Duplex
Milwaukee Man Indicted for Arson Causing Injury to a Firefighter at 40th & Lloyd Incident
City Hall: Milwaukee Federal Agent “Surge” Nothing New?
City Hall

Milwaukee Federal Agent “Surge” Nothing New?

Different than Portland, continues past help, Chisholm and DeSiato explain.

Registered Sex Offender Sentenced to 20 years in Prison for Child Enticement
MPD responds to reported deployment of federal agents in Milwaukee
Waukesha bar owner sentenced to 15 years for Arson and related charges
Neenah Man Indicted on Child Pornography Charges
Two Rivers Man Indicted on Drug and Gun Charges
Former Milwaukee County Register of Deeds Charged with Wire Fraud
Oshkosh Man Arrested on Federal Child Pornography Distribution Charges
Neopit Woman Indicted for Felony Child Abuse on the Menominee Indian Reservation
Keshena Man Indicted for Domestic Violence on the Menominee Indian Reservation
Department of Justice Announces Launch of Civil Rights Reporting Portal
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Department of Justice Announces Launch of Civil Rights Reporting Portal

A new online tool designed to help the public report civil rights violations

Alabama Man Sentenced for Enticing a Wisconsin Minor to Engage in Incest
Retaliating Against a Witness Who Provided Information to Law Enforcement About Neopit Woman’s Drug Dealing Leads to Prison Sentence
Indiana Man Who Trekked on Foot to Meet Wisconsin Minor Sentenced to Ten Years in Federal Prison
Milwaukee Man Charges with Federal Offense Aiming a Laser Pointer at Law Enforcement Aircraft
Oshkosh Resident Sentenced to Federal Prison for Gun Possession
Chief’s Crucifixion Message Panned by Council

Chief’s Crucifixion Message Panned by Council

13 members sign letter urging Morales: stop chiding protesters and listen to their message.

U.S. Attorney Matthew Krueger delivers remarks regarding demonstrations in Milwaukee, prosecuting violent crimes, and police accountability
Milwaukee Man Charged with Federal Offenses for Throwing Molotov Cocktail into Boost Mobile Store
City Imposes Third 9 p.m. Curfew Monday

City Imposes Third 9 p.m. Curfew Monday

Officials lament burglaries, fires, vandalism. Chief Morales warns police "taking action".

Statement of United States Attorney Krueger Regarding Protests in Milwaukee
Keshena Man Charged with Domestic Violence on the Menominee Indian Reservation
Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, and Cudahy Receive $10.2 Million in Awards to Support Efforts to Combat Violent Crime
Wisconsin’s Two U.S. Attorneys Acknowledge Police Week
Milwaukee Pain Management Clinic and Physician Agree to Pay At Least $1.35 Million to Resolve Allegations They Violated the False Claims Act and Anti-Kickback Statute
DOJ Increases Efforts to Combat Sexual Harassment in Housing During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Letter to Attorney Generals
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Letter to Attorney Generals

 

Wisconsin Physician Agrees to Pay Financial Penalties to Resolve Allegations That He Prescribed Opioids Illegally and Violated False Claims Act
Wisconsin Physician Agrees to Pay Financial Penalties to Resolve Allegations That He Prescribed Opioids Illegally and Violated False Claims Act
Criminal Complaint Charges Two Women with Distribution of Controlled Substances Resulting in a Death, and an Overdose with Serious Bodily Harm, on the Menominee Indian Reservation
Appleton Man Sentenced on Methamphetamine and Ammunition Charges
A Female Charged with Illegal Purchase and Transfer of Firearms
Two Women Sentenced to Over 20 Years in Prison for Armed Robberies of Taxi Cab Drivers and Gas Station Employees in Milwaukee
Man That Travelled from Indiana to Wisconsin to Engage in Sexual Activity with 14 Year-old Pleads Guilty
Hobart Resident Sentenced to 50 Months in Federal Prison for Selling Drugs Via the “Dark Web;” Forfeits $1.5 million
Pleasant Prairie Man Sentenced for Mail Fraud and Filing a False Tax Return
Waukesha Bar Owner Found Guilty of Arson of Commercial Building and Related Charges
Illegal Immigrant Sentenced to Ten Years for Conspiracy to Distribute Heroin and Fentanyl
Melrose Park, IL man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison For Federal Kidnapping and transporting his victim from Wisconsin to Illinois
Menominee Man Indicted for Possession of Child Pornography on Menominee Indian Reservation
Serial Bank Robber Sentenced
Burglary and Firearm Theft Leads to Prison Sentences for Three Members of Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin
Glendale Couple Indicted for Illegal Firearms Possession and Drug Trafficking Offense
Milwaukee Business Owner Sentenced for $5.4 Million Tax Fraud Conspiracy
U.S. Attorney’s Office Hosts Roundtable on Sexual Harassment in Housing
Green Bay Man Charged with Production of Child Pornography
Manitowoc County Man—Who Absconded from Extended Supervision on Vehicular Homicide Charges—is Sentenced to 20 years’ Imprisonment for Transporting a Minor Across State Lines to Engage in Criminal Sexual Activity and Possessing Child Pornography
U.S. Attorneys Mark Opioid Warning Letter Anniversary: Substantial Drop in Opiate Prescriptions Follows Cooperation Between Law Enforcement and Medical Community
Prison Sentences for California-Based Drug Trafficking Ring That Shipped Methamphetamine to Northeastern Wisconsin
Two Rivers Resident Sentenced to 15 Years of Imprisonment for Methamphetamine Distribution
Wausau Man Indicted for Illegal Firearm Possession and Drug Trafficking Offense
Wisconsin Accountant Found Guilty of Conspiracy to Obtain Over $260 Million in Small Business Contracts
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Wisconsin Accountant Found Guilty of Conspiracy to Obtain Over $260 Million in Small Business Contracts

Mark F. Spindler, a certified public accountant, was found guilty of conspiring with Brian L. Ganos in a scheme to use front companies to obtain set-aside contracts intended for small businesses led by service-disabled veterans and disadvantaged individuals.

Former Attorney Charged with Fraud for Falsely Representing to Client that Assistant United States Attorney had Agreed to Accept a Bribe in Exchange for Securing a Reduced Sentence for Client
Federal Probe Charges 37 Drug Traffickers

Federal Probe Charges 37 Drug Traffickers

Search warrants executed in Milwaukee, Puerto Rico result in seizure of larges stashes of drugs, guns and money.

Sheboygan Man Sentenced on Methamphetamine and Firearm Charges
Oak Creek Man Arrested for Conspiracy to Violate Citizens’ Rights in Connection with Racine Synagogue Vandalism
AG Kaul Announces DCI Investigation Leads to Cocaine, Heroin and Fentanyl Trafficking Charges Against 26 People
Oshkosh Man Sentenced for Unlawfully Buying a Firearm for a Juvenile who featured it in an Instagram Post with the comment “Revealing New School Shooter Gun”
Eleven People Charged in Federal Court with Heroin and Fentanyl Trafficking in the Milwaukee Area
Milwaukee Woman Convicted of Unlawfully Possessing and Transferring a Firearm that was later recovered from a Convicted Felon and Shooting Suspect
Tax Day 2020 Wednesday, April 15
TMJ & Orofacial Pain Treatment Centers of Wisconsin Agree to Pay $1 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations
Attempt to Cover Up Firearms Offense Leads to Incarceration for Man and Woman from Menominee Indian Reservation
Two Indiana Men Sentenced to 10 years For Armed Robbery of Swan Serv-U Pharmacy
Former Tomah and Kettle Moraine High School Principal Charged with Child Enticement and Possession of Child Pornography
Federal Crime Effort Includes Milwaukee

Federal Crime Effort Includes Milwaukee

One of 7 cities picked for new anti-crime program, Operation: Relentless Pursuit.

Previously Removed Mexican National Sentenced to Seven Years On Prostitution, Narcotics and Firearms Offenses
Physician Group and Related Company Agree to Repay Over $800,000 to Medicare for Unnecessary Services
Milwaukee Medical Doctor and Clinic Office Manager Convicted of Unlawfully Distributing Opioids
Wisconsin Man Sentenced for Tax Evasion
City Hall: Chief Morales Reappointed for Four Years
City Hall

Chief Morales Reappointed for Four Years

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

Representative LaKeshia Myers Urges Law Enforcement to Proceed with Caution Regarding Operation Relentless Pursuit
Attorney General William P. Barr Announces Launch of Operation Relentless Pursuit
Press Release

Attorney General William P. Barr Announces Launch of Operation Relentless Pursuit

The Operation will surge federal law enforcement resources into seven American cities – including Milwaukee

Wisconsin Man Sentenced to 78 Months for Fraud Scheme Involving Over $260 Million in Small Business Contracts
Chilton Man Sentenced for Violating the Arms Export Control Act
Justice Department Awards More Than $333 Million to Fight Opioid Crisis
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Justice Department Awards More Than $333 Million to Fight Opioid Crisis

$2,076,810 Will Support Efforts to Combat Drugs and Crime in the Eastern District of Wisconsin

California Man Indicted on Fentanyl Distribution Charges
Milwaukee Man Indicted for Bank Robbery
Milwaukee Financial Advisor Sentenced to 30 Months in Federal Prison for Fraud Scheme that Targeted Elderly Victims
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Milwaukee Financial Advisor Sentenced to 30 Months in Federal Prison for Fraud Scheme that Targeted Elderly Victims

The prison sentence will be followed by three years of supervised release.

Wisconsin Man Sentenced to Prison for Producing Child Pornography Outside of the United States
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Wisconsin Man Sentenced to Prison for Producing Child Pornography Outside of the United States

This investigation is a part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice.

Turkish Businessman Sentenced to 27 Months Imprisonment for Conspiracy to Violate U.S. Sanctions by Exporting Marine Equipment from the United States to Iran
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Turkish Businessman Sentenced to 27 Months Imprisonment for Conspiracy to Violate U.S. Sanctions by Exporting Marine Equipment from the United States to Iran

On April 2, 2019, Tavan, a Turkish citizen, had pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to violate U.S. sanctions on Iran under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

Wisconsin Resident Waheba Dais Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Provide Material Support to ISIS
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Wisconsin Resident Waheba Dais Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Provide Material Support to ISIS

Dais faces a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years, a maximum life term of supervised release, and a maximum fine of $250,000.

Former Chief Financial Officer at Publicly Traded Transportation Company Charged with $245 Million Securites and Account Fraud Scheme; Two Other Defendants Previously Indicted Charged with Additional Offenses
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Former Chief Financial Officer at Publicly Traded Transportation Company Charged with $245 Million Securites and Account Fraud Scheme; Two Other Defendants Previously Indicted Charged with Additional Offenses

Peter R. Armbruster, 60, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was charged in a superseding indictment filed in the Eastern District of Wisconsin with various offenses.

Wisconsin Man Sentenced for Threatening Jewish Community Center
Press Release

Wisconsin Man Sentenced for Threatening Jewish Community Center

Chadwick Grubbs, 33, was sentenced yesterday by United States District Judge Pamela Pepper to 36 months in prison.

City’s Homicides Way Down in 2018

City’s Homicides Way Down in 2018

Right now at 19 percent fewer homicides and 16 percent fewer non-fatal shootings. Why?

Wisconsin Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening Jewish Community Center
Press Release

Wisconsin Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening Jewish Community Center

"No one should be afraid to exercise his or her religious beliefs in this country."

Wisconsin Man Convicted of Conspiring to Provide Material Support to ISIS
Press Release

Wisconsin Man Convicted of Conspiring to Provide Material Support to ISIS

Ludke has prior convictions for child sexual assault and for making death threats against a federal judge.

Builder gets six months’ house arrest for wage fraud
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Builder gets six months’ house arrest for wage fraud