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Police raise objections to underage drinking bill (UPDATE)
University of Wisconsin students told lawmakers Thursday that changing the law to give underage drinkers some protections from penalties would increase the number of emergencies that get reported, but police said they were leery of restrictions on enforcement efforts.
Complaint filed against judge who changed baby’s name
A Wisconsin-based nonprofit association of atheists and agnostics says it has filed a complaint against a Tennessee magistrate for changing a baby's name from Messiah to Martin.
Appeals court orders new trial for Beloit man
A Wisconsin appeals court has ordered a new trial for a Beloit man who was sentenced to life in prison for fatally stabbing his ex-girlfriend.
Judge denies change of venue in Milwaukee City Hall facade suit
A judge Thursday rejected a change of venue motion in a lawsuit between Milwaukee and the designers of the facade on City Hall.
School faces fines for keeping mascot name
The Mukwonago School District is standing firm on a decision to ignore the state's order to replace its Indian nickname and logo.
Attorney general clarifies County Board’s authority
The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors can require department directors submit status reports, according to a state attorney general opinion released Wednesday.
State Supreme Court won’t hear Dassey case
The Wisconsin Supreme Court won't hear a Manitowoc man's arguments for a new trial in one of the state's most notorious homicides.
County could consolidate cases for Fannie, Freddie appeal
Milwaukee County’s appeal of a federal decision that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are not liable for unpaid taxes could be consolidated with three other cases.
Creditors ask judge in Milwaukee archdiocese ruling to step down (UPDATE)
Creditors for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee have asked a federal judge to set aside a key ruling in its bankruptcy case and step down because of what they say is a conflict of interest.
Attorneys push for facade trial to stay in Milwaukee
Milwaukee city attorneys have officially opposed a motion for a change of venue in the lawsuit over construction of City Hall's facade.
Not the purr-fect crime: Cat DNA database helps convict killer
Fingerprints are not the only thing that killers can leave behind — add cat hair to that list.
3 more sue Milwaukee police for illegal strip searches
A 15-year-old and two other black males are suing Milwaukee police over allegations that white officers conducted or oversaw illegal strip searches on them.
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- Former law enforcement praise state’s response brief in Steven Avery case
- Eric Toney announces re-election bid for Fond du Lac County District Attorney
- Former Wisconsin Democratic Rep. Peter Barca announces new bid for Congress
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- More human remains believed those of missing woman wash up on Milwaukee Co. beach
- Vice President Harris returning to Wisconsin for third visit this year
- Wisconsin joins Feds, dozens of states to hold airlines accountable for bad behavior
- Trump ahead of Biden in new Marquette poll
- Bankruptcy court approves Milwaukee Marriott Downtown ‘business as usual’ motion
- New Crime Gun Intelligence Center to launch in Chicago
- Arrest warrant proposed for Minocqua Brewing owner who filed Lawsuit against Town of Minocqua
- Wisconsin Supreme Court justices question how much power Legislature should have
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