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Milwaukee DA Calls For Statewide Investigation Into Church's Response To Sex Abuse Claims

January 23, 2019 - 10:00am

Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm is calling for a statewide investigation into the Catholic Church’s response to allegations of child sexual abuse over the past 50 years.

Homelessness Prevention Programs Face Uncertainty Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

January 23, 2019 - 6:00am

Wisconsin nonprofits working to rehouse homeless residents say the continuing federal government shutdown could mean program cuts and staff layoffs.

Author Of 'Justified Anger' Checks In 5 Years Later

January 22, 2019 - 12:40pm

Five years ago, the Rev. Alex Gee of Madison wrote that while he loved his community, he was " fed up " with the racial disparities and lack of respect African-Americans experience in what is widely considered a liberal city.

Chippewa Valley Waffle Cafe Fights Family Housing Insecurity

January 22, 2019 - 6:00am

Brenda Buxman has a history of making a difference in her community.

FoodShare Recipients Might Lose Benefits Amid Government Shutdown

January 22, 2019 - 6:00am

Wisconsin residents receiving federal food assistance could get letters telling them their benefits will run out in March due to the continuing federal government shutdown.

State Capitol Ceremony Honors Legacy Of Martin Luther King Jr.

January 21, 2019 - 4:20pm

Wisconsin held its annual commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr at the state Capitol on Monday. The theme of this year's event was "truth is marching," and the noontime celebration heralded the contributions of women throughout history.

Poor Stay In Jail While Rich Go Free: Rethinking Cash Bail In Wisconsin

January 21, 2019 - 6:00am

Across the country, poor defendants can spend days, weeks — even years — behind bars awaiting trial, an approach that judges increasingly find is unconstitutional.

Superior Exploring Paid Holiday For MLK Day

January 21, 2019 - 6:00am

The city of Superior is exploring whether to make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a paid holiday for its employees.

Bail Bond Industry Fights Back Against Moves To Limit Or End Cash Bail

January 21, 2019 - 6:00am

Wisconsin is one of just a handful of states that ban bail bonding, barring companies from profiting from people too poor to pay their way out of jail.

Poor Gain Freedom Nationally, And In Wisconsin, With Nonprofit Bail Funds

January 21, 2019 - 6:00am

Nonprofits are filling in the gap for defendants who cannot afford to bail themselves out of jail before their trials.

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Milwaukee DA Calls For Statewide Investigation Into Church's Response To Sex Abuse Claims

Homelessness Prevention Programs Face Uncertainty Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

Author Of 'Justified Anger' Checks In 5 Years Later

Chippewa Valley Waffle Cafe Fights Family Housing Insecurity

FoodShare Recipients Might Lose Benefits Amid Government Shutdown

State Capitol Ceremony Honors Legacy Of Martin Luther King Jr.

Poor Stay In Jail While Rich Go Free: Rethinking Cash Bail In Wisconsin

Superior Exploring Paid Holiday For MLK Day

Bail Bond Industry Fights Back Against Moves To Limit Or End Cash Bail

Poor Gain Freedom Nationally, And In Wisconsin, With Nonprofit Bail Funds

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