Elvira Benitez Suarez, released from ICE detention after an appeals court ruling opened the door to bond, checked in with immigration authorities Monday as her fight for legal residency continues.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court revisits recusal rules amid debate over money and impartiality
The high court will hear arguments on proposed changes to judicial recusal rules, but immediate action appears unlikely as supporters and critics alike call for further study of how campaign donations and political support should affect judges’ participation in cases.
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New MCTS bus route changes start June 7
Changes include restored mid-day service, updated routes and modifications tied to construction.
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5 things to know and do the week of June 1
Enjoy a free meal with community; take a bike ride through Estabrook Park; learn about injury prevention strategies; and more.
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Lawsuit seeks to require Wisconsin clerks to let voters fix problems with their absentee ballots
State law currently says the practice is optional, which the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin argues leads to voters in different municipalities getting treated differently.
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MPS budget approved as new report cites concerns over financial future of district
MPS Superintendent Brenda Cassellius’ controversial 2027 budget proposal passed Thursday. The new budget might balance the books for now, but another major financial shortfall could loom in the near future, according to a Wisconsin Policy Forum report.
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Debt, questions about board seat and governance compliance among latest concerns for Social Development Commission
On Thursday, SDC Commissioner Walter Lanier filed a request asking the city attorney to review the organization’s governance compliance. Lanier and other commissioners attempted to hold an emergency meeting May 19, before the full board meeting two days later.
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5 things to know and do the weekend of May 29
Practice your English skills with a movie club; enjoy family activities at a day of play; learn about the city’s mental health resources; and more.
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Still haven’t filed? Here is where you can go if you need help with extended tax returns
La Casa de Esperanza’s VITA team will be helping people file their taxes between June 2 and Sept. 25.
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MPS proposes centralized equity department, major cuts to existing equity programs in new budget
The proposed budget suggests eliminating several Black and Latino Male Achievement, Gender and Identity Inclusion, and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports positions next year.