Mark Jensen seeks new trial in wife’s murder case
Mark Jensen seeks a new trial in the 1998 murder of his wife, arguing ineffective counsel and unconstitutional suppression of evidence. The post Mark Jensen seeks new trial in wife’s murder case...
View ArticleGreenfield police chief has history of misconduct
Greenfield Police Chief Jay Johnson faces possible removal after officials detailed years of alleged misconduct, discipline and workplace violations. The post Greenfield police chief has history of...
View ArticleFond du Lac man gets jail time for election fraud
A Fond du Lac County man was sentenced to 30 days in jail for felony election fraud after illegally voting while serving a felony sentence. The post Fond du Lac man gets jail time for election fraud...
View ArticlePlover Boy Scouts volunteer pleads not guilty to assault
A longtime Plover Boy Scouts volunteer pleaded not guilty to child sexual assault and enticement charges involving former youth troop members. The post Plover Boy Scouts volunteer pleads not guilty to...
View ArticleAbove Par: Precedent for LIV Golf’s Bankruptcy
LIV Golf New Jersey LLC filed for Chapter 11 in the District of New Jersey with a $300 million recapitalization plan and player claims totaling $45 million. The post Above Par: Precedent for LIV Golf’s...
View ArticleJudge blocks Trump immigration rule for federal programs
A federal judge blocked a Trump administration immigration rule that would restrict access to Head Start, health centers and adult education. The post Judge blocks Trump immigration rule for federal...
View ArticleFamily sues Milwaukee over fatal police chase
The family of a rideshare driver killed in a Milwaukee police chase crash is suing the city and officers, alleging negligence and wrongful death. The post Family sues Milwaukee over fatal police chase...
View ArticleMadison felon gets 6 years for possessing AR-style rifle
A Madison man was sentenced to six years in federal prison after police found an AR-style rifle and fentanyl during a Sun Prairie search. The post Madison felon gets 6 years for possessing AR-style...
View ArticleCOMMENTARY: Milwaukee County deserves a safe and modern courthouse
Milwaukee County leaders urge approval of a new courthouse to replace the outdated Public Safety Building, citing safety and efficiency concerns. The post COMMENTARY: Milwaukee County deserves a safe...
View ArticleProfessional Misconduct-Aggravating Factors
The Wisconsin Supreme Court suspended Attorney Patrick J. Rupich’s law license for 90 days for professional misconduct involving three clients. The Office of Lawyer Regulation (OLR) alleged eight...
View ArticleProperty law — Prescriptive Easement Requirements
Cabak, who owned an adjoining 42-acre parcel to Winchell, claimed he had continuously used the road for more than 20 years to access his property. The post Property law — Prescriptive Easement...
View ArticlePandemic Unemployment Assistance-Fraud
The Browns, who operated an online business selling beer and liquor memorabilia, received 74 weeks of Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) benefits after representing that their business had closed...
View ArticleLaches in Estate Claims-Prejudicial Delay
The Brothers Dietrich (TBD) claimed that 107 shares of Citizens State Bank of Cadott stock, titled in Dietrich’s name at his death, had been sold to TBD in 2008 to help pay Dietrich’s medical and...
View ArticleGenetic Paternity Evidence-Posthumous Genetic Testing
Joseph Gaigg died intestate in 2022. Although Dorothy was born while her mother was married to Gordon Becher, Dorothy alleged that Joseph was her biological father. The post Genetic Paternity...
View ArticleGreenfield police chief investigation finds misconduct
A Greenfield investigation found 67 misconduct allegations against Police Chief Jay Johnson, including harassment, retaliation and alcohol use. The post Greenfield police chief investigation finds...
View ArticleMilwaukee nonprofit founder sentenced for Medicaid fraud
Fortunate Futures founder Demaryl Howard was sentenced to 2½ years in federal prison for a $4.3 million Milwaukee Medicaid fraud scheme. The post Milwaukee nonprofit founder sentenced for Medicaid...
View ArticleJudge unseals Josh Jacobs case records
A Brown County judge lifted an order sealing Josh Jacobs case record, allowing new public records requests under Wisconsin open records law. The post Judge unseals Josh Jacobs case records appeared...
View ArticleRockland-Greenleaf merger moves ahead after lawsuit ends
The Rockland-Greenleaf merger can move forward after a Brown County lawsuit was dropped in a deal allowing a landowner to pursue De Pere annexation. The post Rockland-Greenleaf merger moves ahead after...
View ArticleMilwaukee faces lawsuit threat over botched 911 calls
An attorney is preparing to sue Milwaukee after botched 911 calls left a 99-year-old attack victim waiting three hours for emergency help. The post Milwaukee faces lawsuit threat over botched 911 calls...
View ArticlePlans in place if servers falter on election night
Server and voting equipment issues delayed Wisconsin primary results in Green and Winnebago counties, but officials say vote accuracy was unaffected. The post Plans in place if servers falter on...
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