Community Explainer Main Takeaways In January 2026, Wisconsin lawmakers introduced Assembly Bill (AB) 895/Senate Bill (SB) 882, which focuses on how Wisconsin sentences people who committed serious offenses as children. If enacted, the legislation would end the practice of sentencing juveniles to life without parole (JLWOP) in...
“Redemption Song” song by Bob Marley & The Wailers; check out our full curated playlist here – handpicked jams to keep the joy flowing! Youth Justice is on the Governor’s Agenda We all grow and change over time and deserve a chance to redeem ourselves when things go wrong. In order to ensure childrenreach their full...
We all grow and change over time and deserve a chance to redeem ourselves when things go wrong. In order to ensure our children reach their full potential, we must provide youth opportunities to rebuild and reclaim responsibility for their lives. From "Radical Listening for Youth Justice" to fighting for more appropriate investments in...
On July 3, 2025, Governor Evers signed the 2025-2027 State Budget. Ultimately this budget doesn't go nearly far enough to address the everyday struggles of Wisconsin families, especially families of color and those furthest from opportunity. But there were a few bright spots. Bipartisan negotiations---a rare occurrence in today's...
Learning that your child has gotten in trouble with the law is one of the most difficult and stressful times in a parent or guardian’s life. But in Wisconsin, courts can make matters worse by charging families thousands of dollars, sometimes even garnishing tax returns or wages if families can’t pay. This past fall, the Wisconsin...
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