Wisconsin rural law enforcement brings its homeless to nearby cities

Wisconsin rural law enforcement brings its homeless to nearby cities

On Oct. 27, a Durand police officer responded to a suspicious person call. He made contact with a woman who had committed no crimes but had nowhere to stay on a cold night.

Uproar as Wisconsin cops pick up rural homeless and 'dump them' in cities

The city and county of Eau Claire recently asked Attorney General Josh Kaul to weigh in on the legality of police officers dropping off homeless people outside their jurisdiction. Their request for an opinion cited several examples, including the Durand Police Department, which transported a woman ...

‘A practice driven by a lack of good options’: Homeless drop-offs in Eau Claire showcase need for state action

Reading Time: 7 minutesClick here to read highlights from the storyThe city and county of Eau Claire recently asked Attorney General Josh Kaul to weigh in on the legality of police officers dropping off homeless people outside their jurisdiction. Their request for an opinion cited several examples, including the Durand Police Department, which transported a woman in handcuffs to a city homeless shelter that has been over capacity and at risk of …

‘A Practice Driven by a Lack of Good Options’: Homeless Drop-Offs in Eau Claire Showcase Need for State Action - Milwaukee Courier Weekly Newspaper

The city of Eau Claire is asking Attorney General Josh Kaul to determine whether transporting homeless individuals to other jurisdictions — a statewide problem — is legal. By Hallie Clafin Wisconsin Watch On Oct. 27, a Durand police officer responded to a suspicious person call. He made contact with a woman who had committed no […] The post ‘A Practice Driven by a Lack of Good Options’: Homeless Drop-Offs in Eau Claire Showcase Need for State Ac…

Compeer Financial Awards 41 Scholarships to Wisconsin Students - KFIZ News-Talk 1450 AM

Compeer Financial has awarded 41 scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Wisconsin who are pursuing fields related to agriculture. Each student receives a $1,500 educational scholarship from Compeer’s Fund for Rural America. “Agriculture and other industries in rural areas offer amazing career opportunities for aspiring young people today, and Compeer is proud to help these students succeed,” said Karen Schieler, manager of Corporate…