Kentucky congressman defends teen accused in Kenosha protest deaths
A Kentucky congressman said a teenager charged with fatally shooting two people with a semi-automatic rifle during the unrest in Wisconsin showed “incredible restraint" and acted in self-defense.
Jacob Blake pleads not guilty in Kenosha court to charges filed in July
Jacob Blake appeared remotely to Kenosha County court on Friday afternoon, Sept. 4. Blake waived his right to a preliminary hearing -- and then pleaded not guilty to three charges that were filed against him back in July.
Las Vegas man accused of setting woman on fire in random attack
A Las Vegas man faces multiple charges tied to incidents in Waukesha that included setting a woman on fire in a random attack.
President Trump, AG Barr announce $41M 'to address a surge in violence in Wisconsin'
According to a news release from the U.S. DOJ, awards will support community-based crime-fighting initiatives, local victim service programs and the hiring and training of law enforcement officers and prosecutors.
'Don't need that right now,' Wisconsin lieutenant governor says of planned Pres. Trump visit to Kenosha
President Trump has throughout the summer cast American cities as under siege by violence and lawlessness, despite the fact that most of the protests demonstrating against racial injustice have been largely peaceful.
'Spirit of Kenosha:' Pastor, congregants reflect 1 week after shooting of Jacob Blake
A Kenosha pastor is reflecting on the events that have unfolded in his city after the police shooting of Jacob Blake.
Arizona student group slammed for raising money for teen charged in fatal Kenosha protest shootings
At Arizona State University, a Republican student group announced that half of any funds raised during the semester would go toward Kyle Rittenhouse's legal defense fund.
House bill would block rioters from coronavirus unemployment benefits
A House Republican introduced a bill Friday that would make those charged with violence, looting or vandalism in connection with a protest ineligible for enhanced coronavirus unemployment benefits.
Jacob Blake's family holds Kenosha rally against police violence
Family members of Jacob Blake are leading a march and rally Saturday to call for an end to police violence.
Kenosha police union gives its version of Jacob Blake shooting
The Kenosha police union offered the most detailed accounting to date on officers' perspective of the moments leading up to police shooting Jacob Blake seven times in the back.
Homicide charges filed against Illinois teenager Kyle Rittenhouse in fatal shooting during protests
A video director for the conservative website The Daily Caller tweeted Wednesday that he had conducted a video interview with the suspected gunman before the shooting and posted a clip in which the armed young man, standing in front of a boarded-up building, said “our job is to protect this business.”
DOJ identifies officer who shot Jacob Blake; says knife was recovered from floorboard
Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Justice said Wednesday Jacob Blake "admitted that he had a knife in his possession" Sunday evening when he was shot seven times by Kenosha Police Officer Rusten Sheskey.
Milwaukee Bucks players don't take the court for NBA playoff game
The Milwaukee Bucks have decided to boycott Game 5 of their series against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday.
Sheriff believes Kenosha shooter was part of group that requested he authorize civilians to make arrests
City and county leaders vowed to be tougher on people who are out past the 7 p.m. curfew, in effect through Sunday, Aug. 30 east of I-94.
Attorney Ben Crump: Jacob Blake not likely to walk again after police shooting
Jacob Blake, 29, was in surgery Tuesday, said attorney Ben Crump, adding that the bullets severed Blake’s spinal cord and shattered his vertebrae.
Gov. Evers announces state of emergency in Wisconsin; curfew set for 3rd night in Kenosha
Gov. Tony Evers announced he will be increasing the presence of the Wisconsin National Guard in Kenosha from 150 to 250 Tuesday night.
Kenosha dealership owner says violent protests caused $1.5M in damage; 50+ cars torched
Cellphone cameras captured looters smashing out the storefront windows of businesses and then ransacking the merchandise inside. The owner of Dales Jewelers said $200K in jewelry was taken.