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White Wisconsin lawmaker drops Black History Month proposal
A white Wisconsin lawmaker faced with criticism for drawing up a Black History Month resolution honoring white abolitionists abruptly dropped the proposal Tuesday, saying he wants to preserve his relationship with black legislators.
Milwaukee Tool sues competitor for ‘misleading’ logo
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation is suing the company that makes Milwaukee Leather products, accusing it of misleading customers and tarnishing the reputation of Milwaukee Tool’s “famous” logo. Milwaukee Tool filed a trademark infringement lawsuit in federal court on Friday. The complaint accuses Shaf International Inc., which sells products under the Milwaukee Leather and Milwaukee Perfo[...]
Wisconsin court: Bid to recover smuggled car can continue
An attempt to recover a rare car that thieves smuggled from Milwaukee to Europe more than a decade ago can continue, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Tuesday.
Milwaukee officer shot and wounded, suspect takes own life
A Milwaukee police officer was shot and wounded during a pursuit early Tuesday and the suspected gunman later took his own life, authorities said.
Democratic convention host committee leaders put on leave
The two leaders of Milwaukee's host committee for the 2020 Democratic National Convention have been placed on leave pending an investigation into allegations that they oversaw an acrimonious work setting, according to a letter sent to staff employees working on planning the event.
Attorney pleads guilty in insurance fraud scheme
A Twin Cities personal injury attorney has pleaded guilty to defrauding auto-insurance companies by making false health care claims.
‘Gaming the system’? Branch 5 candidates debate Milwaukee County residency
At a debate among three candidates for Milwaukee County Circuit Court Branch 5 judge on Monday, much of the discussion was about whether two of them can truly be called Milwaukee residents.
Wisconsin Assembly headed toward another Black History fight
The Wisconsin Assembly looks poised for another ugly fight over how to recognize Black History Month as black and white lawmakers clash over whether to honor a group of white abolitionists or prominent black figures.
Wisconsin man sentenced to prison for burning-bed attack
A northern Wisconsin man has been sentenced to more than 65 years behind bars for setting his former girlfriend's bed on fire as she slept in it.
OLR charges Milwaukee attorney for paying witnesses against client
A Milwaukee attorney may see her license suspended for paying potential witnesses against her client in a homicide case dating to 2016.
No arrests in killing of pregnant woman in Milwaukee
Authorities on Monday searched for suspects in the killing of a pregnant woman who was shot on the weekend while aboard a party bus parked outside a Milwaukee restaurant and bar.
‘Tougher on Crime’ bill package met with strong criticism
Legislation positioned as a response to Gov. Tony Evers' criminal justice policies gave rise to strong criticism upon being introduced on Thursday. Republicans released the "Tougher on Crime" bill package to the Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety in a seven-hour session that day.
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- Wisconsin attorney loses law license, ordered to pay $16K fine
- Former Wisconsin police officer charged with 5 bestiality felony counts
- Judge reject’s Trump’s bid for a new trial in $83.3 million E. Jean Carroll defamation case
- Dozens of deaths reveal risks of injecting sedatives into people restrained by police
- The Latest: Supreme Court arguments conclude in Trump immunity case
- Net neutrality restored as FCC votes to regulate internet providers
- Wisconsin Attorney General asks Congress to expand reproductive health services
- Attorney General Kaul releases update at three-year anniversary of clergy and faith leader abuse initiative
- State Bar leaders remain deeply divided over special purpose trust
- Former Wisconsin college chancellor fired over porn career is fighting to keep his faculty post
- Pecker says he pledged to be Trump campaign’s ‘eyes and ears’ during 2016 race
- A conservative quest to limit diversity programs gains momentum in states
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