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Unrest in County Jail Shows Chronic Problems
A staff shortage, deteriorating facility and 'dreadful' grievances from inmates.
Sep 11th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes
City Hall
Municipal Court Cancels Alternatives Contract, Sparks Controversy
Opponents say the change could hurt vulnerable defendants, increase incarceration.
Jun 13th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Eyes on Milwaukee
New Youth Prison Wins Key Endorsement
Despite objections from neighbors, zoning committee supports new facility on northwest side.
Jan 10th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Hundreds Rally for Criminal Justice Reform
ACLU organized lobbying day calls for an end to policies that contribute to mass incarceration.
Jan 30th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Legislators Urge New Strategy on Budget
Stung by Republican cuts in funds to Milwaukee, city-based legislators search for new approach.
Jul 28th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Cruel and Unusual
Rules Violations Cause 40% of Prison Admissions
State figures show supervision violations, not new crimes, drive prison admissions.
Jul 3rd, 2019 by Izabela Zaluska
“Close MSDF!” Protestors Declare
Those who suffered inside the county’s secure detention facility, call for its closing.
Apr 26th, 2019 by Isiah Holmes
Losing Track
Many On GPS Monitoring Are Homeless
10% of offenders monitored by state are homeless and harder to track.
Mar 10th, 2018 by Riley Vetterkind
