A new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility on the Northwest Side is estimated to be in operation by October, a federal official says.
Devin Blake
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Some state lawmakers want ‘safe havens’ to stay safe
Several state lawmakers are working on a bill that would keep immigration officers out of “safe havens” throughout Wisconsin.
Posted inCommunity, Criminal justice, Education, Public Safety
MPS and the city appear one step closer to bringing police officers to schools
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors is waiting to hear from the City of Milwaukee about an agreement that would bring police officers to Milwaukee Public Schools, according to Henry Leonard, board member for District 7.
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Community weighs in on finalists for MPS superintendent
The Milwaukee Board of School Directors narrowed a pool of applicants for the superintendent position from 50 to three. The finalists answered questions from the public during a forum last week.
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Four takeaways from the city’s meeting about an ICE facility on Northwest Side
After weeks of outcry, the public got to hear details this week about a potential U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, facility on the Northwest Side during a meeting of the Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee. The public was not given the opportunity to comment during Tuesday’s meeting—a decision usually made by the committee’s […]
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Milwaukee leaders to discuss potential ICE facility on Northwest Side
A potential ICE facility on the Northwest Side will be formally discussed at a meeting of the Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
Posted inArts and Recreation, Community
Comedian talks about his new comedy special and what he’s learned along the way
Mike Kobin, longtime Milwaukee comedian, reflects on his journey toward taping his first hour-long comedy special and the work and collaborations that made it possible.
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Alderwoman wants the public to be part of the conversation about a potential new ICE facility
Alderwoman Larresa Taylor wants city residents to be involved in what exactly is happening at a 36,000-square-foot building in District 9, where many officials and activists fear the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, is moving a facility.
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Milwaukee leaders voice opposition to ICE facility on Northwest Side
Alderwoman Larresa Taylor said that she opposes a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in her district, on the Northwest Side of the city. Many from the community agree with her.
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Criminal justice advocates express high hopes for Milwaukee’s new district attorney
At a ceremony on Jan. 16, Kent Lovern will be publicly recognized as the new Milwaukee County District Attorney. With nearly 30 years of experience as a prosecutor, he’s also recognized for his collaborative approach to systemic issues.