Shannon Ross

The Community a Lifeline for Current, Former Inmates

Milwaukee nonprofit does newsletters, videos and podcasts providing needed information.

Supervisor Taylor Commends Public Participation at Yesterday’s Re-Entry Unblemished Event

Powerful Art By Prison Inmates

Portrait Society presents hundreds of artworks by 65 current or former inmates. It's quite a show.

New Youth Prison Wins Key Endorsement

Despite objections from neighbors, zoning committee supports new facility on northwest side.

Milwaukee Takes a Step Toward Prison Phone Justice, Stopping Short of a Guaranteeing Free Jail Calls

COVID-19 Cases In State Prisons Tripled in One Week

Department of Corrections suspends in-person visits, suspected of causing surge.

Nearly Half of State’s Prison Population Vaccinated

Despite incarcerated people becoming eligible early on, vaccinations lagged in prisons.