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Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: June 2020

DHS: 20,835 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin

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There have been 20,835 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of June 7, according to the state Department of Health Services. That's an increase of 264 cases from the day before.
Series: Policing Practices And Accountability In Wisconsin

'All Lives Don't Matter Until Black Lives Matter': Protests Expand Across Wisconsin

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June 6 marks the ninth day in Wisconsin in which demonstrations have filled city streets and public spaces as organizers have sought to raise awareness about a range of social justice issues, including institutional racism, police brutality and the flaws of the criminal justice system.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: June 2020

DHS: 20,571 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases In Wisconsin

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There have been 20,571 positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin as of June 6, according to the state Department of Health Services. That's an increase of 322 cases from the day before.
Series: The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19 And Wisconsin: June 2020

Flea Markets, 100-Mile Garage Sale Delayed By COVID-19

Elizabeth Dohms-Harter
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As the ongoing pandemic shutters businesses and puts people out of work, garage sale and flea market organizers are trying to avoid becoming the latest victim of COVID-19 cancellations, delaying open dates and taking precautions to make their events safer.
Series: Policing Practices And Accountability In Wisconsin

Eighth Day Of Demonstrations Across Wisconsin Call For End To Police Brutality

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For the eighth day in a row, protesters across Wisconsin gathered Friday to remember African Americans killed by law enforcement and fight for the end to racial injustice and police brutality.
Series: Policing Practices And Accountability In Wisconsin

Evers Outlines Opportunities To Move Needle On Race And Public Health

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Frederica Freyberg
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Gov. Tony Evers declared racism to be a public health crisis, but what tangible steps will he take to heal that malady? The governor discusses proposed legislation that would change how police in Wisconsin use force and building with communities of color.
Series: Policing Practices And Accountability In Wisconsin

Wisconsinites Protest Over How Police Interact With Black Communities

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Will Kenneally
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The killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis sparked protests around Wisconsin, which advocate for changes in police practices and call for an end to systemic racism.
Series: Policing Practices And Accountability In Wisconsin

The Killing Of George Floyd And Racism As Public Health Issue

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Frederica Freyberg
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Police reform is an immediate action item for community organizers protesting the killing of George Floyd. Angela Lang, executive director of Black Leaders Organizing Communities, discusses policing, the structure of white supremacy and changes demonstrators in Milwaukee are seeking.
Series: Policing Practices And Accountability In Wisconsin

How Should The Law Define The Primary Duties Of Law Enforcement Officers?

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Frederica Freyberg
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A bill before the Wisconsin Legislature would define the primary duty of law enforcement as preserving the life of all individuals, and that deadly force is to be used only as a last resort. A former police officer, State Sen. Van Wanggaard discusses this proposal and the training of police.
Series: Policing Practices And Accountability In Wisconsin

What Do The George Floyd Protests Have To Do With The Broad Problem Of Racism?

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Frederica Freyberg
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What do the George Floyd protests mean for people who feel marginalized on the job, priced out of their neighborhoods, overcharged for payday loans and over-policed? Michael Johnson, president and CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County, discusses the challenge of systemic racism.