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‘They’re torturing me’: ICE uses solitary confinement to scare people into self-deporting

‘They’re torturing me’: ICE uses solitary confinement to scare people into self-deporting

  • Emily Hamer Lee Enterprises Public Service Journalism Team and Emily Bregel Arizona Daily Star

One immigrant was sent to solitary confinement for refusing to self-deport. A teenager lost 20 pounds. One man attempted suicide. Experts say it's unconstitutional.

Lake Geneva Middle School honors students during ceremony

Lake Geneva Middle School honors students during ceremony

    Officials from the Lake Geneva Middle School’s Counseling Department honored several students on May 14 during their Above & Beyond Ceremony. The award is to recognize students who perform “above and beyond” at the middle school.

    Wisconsin 31st District candidates discuss issues during forum

    Wisconsin 31st District candidates discuss issues during forum

    • Dennis Hines

    Local candidates Tyler August and John Perryman debated key issues for Wisconsin’s 31st Assembly District at a forum including budget, housing, immigration, and social media regulations ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.

    Photos: Cole Caufield's career with the Wisconsin Badgers

    Photos: Cole Caufield's career with the Wisconsin Badgers

      A collection of photos from Cole Caufield's two-year career with the Wisconsin Badgers men's hockey team. 

      Fontana Garden Club awards scholarships

      Fontana Garden Club awards scholarships

      • Dennis Hines

      The Fontana Garden Club awarded scholarships to two students during its May 11 meeting at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, 137 Dewey Ave. Elkhorn Area High School student Genevieve White and Big Foot High School student Rebecca Konkel each received a $3,000 scholarship. Big Foot High School s…

      Lake Geneva school district issues statement regarding meeting

      Lake Geneva school district issues statement regarding meeting

        The Lake Geneva Joint No. 1 School District addressed recent teacher resignations at Central-Denison Elementary, citing lack of support from district staff as the reason. The district emphasized valuing educators and prioritizing student and staff well-being while reviewing concerns through …

        Lake Geneva considers accessibility options for beach

        Lake Geneva considers accessibility options for beach

        • Dennis Hines

        Lake Geneva officials are considering purchasing items to help make Riviera Beach more accessible for residents with disabilities. Members of the City Council’s Piers, Harbors and Lakefront Committee unanimously approved on May 12 for Harbormaster Luke Riesterer and Parks Director David Wing…

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        Amtrak debuted its new Borealis train on May 21, 2024. The commuter route connects St. Paul with Chicago and offers a second passenger service option along part of Amtrak’s existing Empire Builder route. The Borealis train includes stops in Red Wing and Winona in Minnesota and La Crosse, Tom…

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        Why personal life changes don't alter Steve Stricker's goals at AmFam Championship

        A year of change so far for PGA Tour Champions pro Steve Stricker could get some normalcy at the American Family Insurance Championship on June 5-7. 

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        Kenosha invites community members to public workshops to shape the 2050 Comprehensive Plan, guiding growth, investment and policy decisions over the next 25 years.

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        Mayor’s Youth Commission honors Kenosha students
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        The Mayor’s Youth Commission honored 17 Kenosha students for academic achievement, leadership, athletics and community service during a Common Council meeting.

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        Officials launch Keys to Kenosha, a free self-guided architectural tour of more than 50 historic and cultural sites open to the public on Saturday, Nov. 7.

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        Nordigian sets Kenosha County Board committee lineup for 2026-28
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        Kenosha County Board Chairman Mark Nordigian names committee leaders and members for the 2026-28 term and adjusts standing committee sizes to five members.

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        How Wisconsin football, RB Abu Sama III found what they needed in each other

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        Former Packers QB Aaron Rodgers says he will retire after 2026 season: 'This is it'

        Former Packers QB Aaron Rodgers says he will retire after 2026 season: 'This is it'

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