von Briesen elects Susan Lovern as new president, CEO
von Briesen & Roper has elected Susan Lovern as its new president and chief executive officer, the firm announced on Monday.
Wisconsin Legislature seeks to kill lawsuit on voter purge
The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Legislature asked a federal court on Monday to dismiss a lawsuit seeking to prevent the purging of up to 209,000 registered voters in the battleground state.
Wisconsin accountant sentenced for filing fake taxes, stealing refunds to pay prostitute
A Fort Atkinson accountant will spend two years in prison for filing dozens of fraudulent tax returns in an attempt to steal clients' refunds.
Doctor finds Milwaukee acid-attack suspect fit for trial
A 61-year-old Wisconsin man accused of throwing acid in a Latino man's face during a racist attack is competent to stand trial, according to a doctor's report released to court Monday.
Waukesha County Courthouse closed Monday because of bomb threat (UPDATE)
The Waukesha County Courthouse and Administration building has been closed because of a bomb threat. All morning court dates for Jan. 6 have been canceled, and the county expects to provide news on the status of afternoon proceedings soon.
Lindner & Marsack opens new offices in Madison, Manitowoc
The Labor and employment law firm Lindner & Marsack opened two new offices in Madison and Manitowoc on Thursday. The firm said Andrew Quartaro is leading the Madison office, on Capitol Square, and James Goonan is leading the Manitowoc office. Both formerly practiced law at von Briesen & Roper. The firm said the two attorneys will […]
GOP resurrects bill to make English official language
Republican lawmakers have resurrected a bill that would make English the official language in Wisconsin, renewing their argument that the proposal would push immigrants to learn the language and increase their appeal to employers.
Delta workers sue manufacturer Lands’ End over uniforms
Hundreds of Delta Air Lines employees have filed a pair of class-action lawsuits against the Wisconsin clothing manufacturer Lands' End, claiming that uniforms they are required to wear are causing serious medical troubles.
Houston personal-injury lawyer buys $1.4M downtown Milwaukee building
A new law firm could be coming to Milwaukee. A company managed by a Houston personal injury lawyer recently bought a building in the city's downtown for $1.4 million.
Claims board denies compensation requests for shoes, ear buds
Among the final claims the State of Wisconsin Claims Board considered in 2019 were one for compensation for missing sneakers and a $30.15 claim for a cable cord and ear buds. The board rejected six claims and approved one on Monday.
NYC education official charged in child sex crime case
Federal prosecutors in Wisconsin have charged a high-ranking New York City education official for allegedly using a computer to facilitate a child sex crime, authorities said.
Wisconsin teacher admits to defecating in park for 2 years
A retiring Wisconsin English teacher cited for defecating in a public park for two years told authorities he was "being an idiot" and that he did it for convenience and to be disrespectful.
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- Gov. Evers signs measure allowing tactical emergency medical services to bear arms
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- Milwaukee creates requirements for private security guards after Isaiah Allen’s shooting death
- Milwaukee Police asking for public’s assistance after shooting of 6-year-old
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