WISCONSIN
JANUARY 2026
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A bill aimed at investigating the disappearances and murders of Black women in Wisconsin just got a public hearing, shining a spotlight on a crisis that’s often overlooked in criminal justice discussions.
The legislation would create a special review process to examine cases involving Black women, families, and communities who have long called for greater transparency, accountability, and action on violent crimes against Black women.
Event Reported: December 17th, 2025
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A Milwaukee food desert could soon lose its only nearby full‑scale grocery store — and residents are sounding the alarm.
Sherman Park Grocery, the only Black American‑owned full‑service grocery in Wisconsin serving a federally recognized food desert, is on the brink of closure and urgently seeking community support to stay open because its mission to provide fresh, affordable food is crucial for local health and access.