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Report Backs New State Law On Police Shootings

Report Backs New State Law On Police Shootings

Prosecute them under civil rights law, argues former Republican US Attorney.

2022 Race for Governor Taking Shape

2022 Race for Governor Taking Shape

Kleefisch the Republican frontrunner. But a Trump-backed candidate could shake up campaign.

No Federal Charges For Officer That Shot Jacob Blake

No Federal Charges For Officer That Shot Jacob Blake

The U.S. Department of Justice will not pursue federal civil rights charges.

One Year After Jacob Blake Shooting Kenosha Seeks Answers

One Year After Jacob Blake Shooting Kenosha Seeks Answers

Still dealing with fallout from police shooting, protests, killing of protestors.

Kenosha Activists Arrested During Protest of Jacob Blake

Kenosha Activists Arrested During Protest of Jacob Blake

Three were arrested, including Blake's uncle, staging a sit-in at Kenosha Public Safety Building.

Wisconsin Police Donated to Officer that Shot Jacob Blake

Wisconsin Police Donated to Officer that Shot Jacob Blake

A data breach of a Christian fundraising website revealed $5k in donations.

Kenosha activists respond to tonight’s Officer Sheskey announcement
Kenosha Police Department Statement on Officer Rusten Sheskey’s Return From Administrative Leave
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.

300 Days of Black Lives Matters Protests

300 Days of Black Lives Matters Protests

March in Wauwatosa also marks second day of John Doe probe of Jay Anderson’s killing by police officer.

Jacob Blake Sues Kenosha Officer Who Shot Him

Jacob Blake Sues Kenosha Officer Who Shot Him

Blake files federal civil lawsuit after the Kenosha District Attorney declined to charge officer Rusten Sheskey.

Police Departments Stalling Release of Public Records

Police Departments Stalling Release of Public Records

The Milwaukee and Kenosha police departments have dragged their feet on records requests for months.

GOP Lawmakers Blasted for Racial Disparities Task Force Comments

GOP Lawmakers Blasted for Racial Disparities Task Force Comments

Email from Majority Leader Jim Steineke to Assembly Speaker Robin Vos showed little expectation of producing actual legislation.

Body Cameras Would Have Helped Jacob Blake Shooting Investigation

Body Cameras Would Have Helped Jacob Blake Shooting Investigation

District Attorney Michael Graveley said Kenosha Police need body cameras.

Barnes Rips Kenosha DA On Blake Shooting

Barnes Rips Kenosha DA On Blake Shooting

A non-prosecuting DA "as negligent as the officers,” Lt. Governor charges.

Rep. Stubbs’ Statement on Decision to not Charge Officer Sheskey in Shooting of Jacob Blake
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Statement on Charging Decision in Jacob Blake Case
Statement from Kenosha County Judicial Candidate Angela Cunningham on Charging Decision of the Jacob Blake Shooting
Chairwoman Nicholson Statement on Charging Decision in Jacob Blake Case
Rep. Bowen Statement on Lack of Charges in Jacob Blake Shooting
Press Release

Rep. Bowen Statement on Lack of Charges in Jacob Blake Shooting

“If What We Saw Was Legal, It’s Time to Change the Laws”

Kenosha DA Won’t Charge Cops in Blake Shooting

Kenosha DA Won’t Charge Cops in Blake Shooting

Jacob Blake's family, supporters have called for peaceful protests.

Aggressive Police Escalate Violence at Protests?

Aggressive Police Escalate Violence at Protests?

Research shows this, experts say. Former Madison police chief calls on cops to ditch riot gear and tear gas.

Sexual Assault Charges Against Jacob Blake Dropped

Sexual Assault Charges Against Jacob Blake Dropped

Blake pleads guilty to disorderly conduct, receives two-years probation.

DOJ Finishes Jacob Blake Shooting Investigation

DOJ Finishes Jacob Blake Shooting Investigation

Consultant, former Madison Police Chief Noble Wray will review case next.

Cop Says He Thought Jacob Blake Was a Kidnapper

Cop Says He Thought Jacob Blake Was a Kidnapper

Attorney for Kenosha cop who shot Blake offers this defense to the media.

Ex-Madison Police Chief Helping Review Blake Case

Ex-Madison Police Chief Helping Review Blake Case

Kaul says investigation of Jacob Blake’s shooting in ‘final stages’, Noble Wray serving as consultant.

UPDATE: Kenosha Officer-Involved Shooting
Press Release

UPDATE: Kenosha Officer-Involved Shooting

September 21, 2020

AG Decision on Blake Shooting Coming Up

AG Decision on Blake Shooting Coming Up

Kaul could release a charging recommendation next week.

Did Kenosha Cops Push Protesters Toward Militia?

Did Kenosha Cops Push Protesters Toward Militia?

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

Trump and Barr Tour Kenosha

Trump and Barr Tour Kenosha

'These are not acts of peaceful protest, but really domestic terror,’ president declares.

UPDATE: Kenosha Officer Involved Shooting
Press Release

UPDATE: Kenosha Officer Involved Shooting

September 1, 2020

Thousands March With Blake Family in Kenosha

Thousands March With Blake Family in Kenosha

Lt. Governor Barnes, Rep. Gwen Moore join march for justice one week after Jacob Blake shot seven times by officer.

Governor and Attorney General Should Investigate Potential Crimes, Civil Rights Violations Committed By Law Enforcement During Protests
Vos Task Force Deflects Actual Action

Vos Task Force Deflects Actual Action

Speaker refuses to convene legislature to address policing and racial disparities.

UPDATE: Kenosha Officer Involved Shooting
Press Release

UPDATE: Kenosha Officer Involved Shooting

August 28, 2020

Protests Were Peaceful Wednesday Night

Protests Were Peaceful Wednesday Night

Kenosha and Madison don't see the violence of the previous nights.

AG Kaul Identifies Officer That Shot Blake

AG Kaul Identifies Officer That Shot Blake

Shooting being investigated by state's Department of Criminal Investigation.

UPDATE: Kenosha Officer Involved Shooting
Press Release

UPDATE: Kenosha Officer Involved Shooting

August 26, 2020