Wisdems: Statement on protester deaths in Kenosha

(MADISON) —  The following is a statement from DPW Chair Ben Wikler on the shooting deaths of two individuals in Kenosha, Wisconsin last night: “We woke up this morning to the heartbreaking news of more tragedy in Kenosha. Online videos

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Gov. Evers: Releases statement regarding shooting in Kenosha

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released the following statement regarding the shooting in Kenosha last night: “My heart breaks for the families and loved ones of the two individuals who lost their lives and the individual who was injured last night in Kenosha. We as a state

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Sen. Wirch: Statement on Kenosha violence

Kenosha – State Senator Bob Wirch (D-Somers) issued the following statement this morning: “I am devastated by the events that have taken place in Kenosha.  I was born and raised here, and I love my community and our people. This is

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Dan O’Donnell: Fanning the flames

Even though he readily admitted that he didn’t actually know the circumstances surrounding Blake’s shooting, Evers fanned the (literal) flames by claiming that Blake was “mercilessly” shot and possibly killed by a Kenosha Police officer.

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Wisdems: Statement on protester deaths in Kenosha

(MADISON) —  The following is a statement from DPW Chair Ben Wikler on the shooting deaths of two individuals in Kenosha, Wisconsin last night: “We woke up this morning to the heartbreaking news of more tragedy in Kenosha. Online videos show a young man firing his gun into a crowd

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Gov. Evers: Releases statement regarding shooting in Kenosha

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released the following statement regarding the shooting in Kenosha last night: “My heart breaks for the families and loved ones of the two individuals who lost their lives and the individual who was injured last night in Kenosha. We as a state are mourning this tragedy. Kathy and I join the people of Wisconsin in

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Gov. Evers: Authorizes additional Wisconsin National Guard support for Kenosha County

Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov or 608-219-7443 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today authorized 500 members of the Wisconsin National Guard to support local law enforcement in Kenosha County this evening. The governor is continuing to work with other states in facilitating additional National Guard and state patrol support. On Monday, at the request of local officials, the governor announced he

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Rep. Moore: Joins Opportunity Wisconsin in roundtable on rising eviction rates in Milwaukee County as President Trump fails Wisconsin with botched COVID response

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Last night, Rep. Gwen Moore joined Opportunity Wisconsin and a group of Milwaukee residents to discuss the evictions crisis in Milwaukee County. Last month, President Trump allowed the federal evictions moratorium to expire, responding only with a toothless executive order that promised to “study” the issue. Fueled

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WED News Summary: Two dead, one injured in shooting during Kenosha unrest; Kenosha Co. Board leaders request 1,500 National Guard troops

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Sen. Wirch: Statement on Kenosha violence

Kenosha – State Senator Bob Wirch (D-Somers) issued the following statement this morning: “I am devastated by the events that have taken place in Kenosha.  I was born and raised here, and I love my community and our people. This is not who we are.  I will always support the rights

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Dan O’Donnell: Fanning the flames

Even though he readily admitted that he didn’t actually know the circumstances surrounding Blake’s shooting, Evers fanned the (literal) flames by claiming that Blake was “mercilessly” shot and possibly killed by a Kenosha Police officer.

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