Across Wisconsin, coverage here takes in criminal activity, law enforcement operations, the justice system and public safety. Reporting follows developments from individual incidents through state trends.
Fake hearings on WhatsApp, Zoom and Teams are targeting Wisconsin workers with open compensation claims.
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Do you trust that Wisconsin officials are doing enough to stop scams targeting residents?
Maple Valley Mutual Insurance Company must continue defending a wrongful death lawsuit tied to Tony Haase after an appellate ruling.
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Do you prioritize law enforcement endorsements when deciding who to support for Attorney General?
Multiple Wisconsin police and sheriff organizations are endorsing Eric Toney over incumbent Josh Kaul.
Domestic violence organizations urge survivors to seek help as local fundraising events approach.
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Should courts have wide discretion to admit hearsay evidence in child sexual assault cases?
The state appeals court affirmed the conviction of Antonio D. Thomas Jr. regarding child sexual assault charges.
Federal officials are warning residents of potential scams targeting those affected by the July 27 disaster.
Regular subjects here include police department operations, court proceedings, public safety initiatives and state crime statistics. Reporting reaches from the capital to the rural counties that anchor the state. Legislative changes to criminal statutes and agency funding often shift how the justice system operates from one season to the next. High-profile trials and changes in department policy are the factors that most frequently drive this reporting.
