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ABA
May 31, 2024

Wisconsin law firm files civil rights complaint against American Bar Association, judge

The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed a Title VI complaint against the American Bar Association (ABA) for its allegedly discriminatory programs, including its “Judicial Clerkship Program” and “Judicial Intern Opportunity Program,” which offer exclusive opportunities to candidates based on race.

May 31, 2024

Chicago woman gets 30 years for helping mother kill pregnant teen

The child died about two months later.

U.S. Supreme Court
May 30, 2024

Guilty X 34: Trump becomes first former U.S. president convicted of felony crimes

Sentencing will be held July 11, four days before the Republican National Convention begins in Milwaukee. 

Scarlett Johnson
May 30, 2024

WILL files appeal in defamation case for criticizing school district position

The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) has filed an appeal on behalf of Scarlett Johnson, a Moms for Liberty activist, who is being sued for defamation for criticizing the Mequon-Thiensville School District on social media for employing a "social justice coordinator."

May 30, 2024

Wisconsin judge hearing lawsuit challenging union law appears to have signed Walker recall petition

Unions argue in the lawsuit that the law unconstitutionally exempts firefighters and other law enforcement agencies.

May 30, 2024

Wisconsin Republican leader who angered Trump is targeted for recall a 2nd time

No Republican has yet filed to challenge Vos in the primary for the November election.

Taylor Swift
May 30, 2024

Taylor Swift bill is signed into Minnesota law, boosting protections for online ticket buyers

The law takes effect Jan. 1, 2025, and applies to tickets sold on or after that date.

Milwaukee Crime
May 30, 2024

15-year-old shot in Milwaukee just blocks away from police station

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360.

May 30, 2024

Former chief public defender receives probation for tax evasion

As of publication, he was authorized to practice law and had not been subject to discipline.

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