New 24/7 text support line launched for domestic abuse victims: 608-420-4638
MADISON, Wis. -- Victims of abuse in Dane County have a new, confidential way to get help immediately through text messages. DAIS (Domestic Abuse Intervention…
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Prosecutors pursuing domestic abuse modifier for man accused in murder of Madison woman
Prosecutors are pursuing domestic abuse and repeat offender modifiers for a man being charged in the murder of a Madison woman earlier this year.
Merchant, Lucille to donate to domestic abuse victims as former owner divests interests in company
The business partner of a Madison restaurant owner accused of stalking and domestic abuse says his restaurants will make donations to help victims of domestic abuse while his former partner fully divests himself from the company.
When safer at home isn’t
With domestic abuse rising, hotline calls increasing in complexity and people isolated more than ever due to COVID-19 precautions, advocates say it’s critical to stay connected to your neighbors.
With domestic abuse rising, hotline calls increasing in complexity and people isolated more than ever due to COVID-19 precautions, advocates say it’s critical to stay connected to your neighbors.
Details emerge after Hart family murder-suicide
As a drunk Jennifer Hart drove her six adopted children in their family SUV, her wife, Sarah, sat in the passenger seat looking up different ways to end a life.
Domestic violence charge dismissed against NFL player Reuben Foster
A domestic abuse charge against Washington Redskins linebacker Reuben Foster has been dropped, court records show.
Dem Sen. Mazie Hirono says abuse allegations against Keith Ellison should be investigated
Hawaii Democratic Sen. Mazie Hirono on Sunday called for an investigation into allegations of physical and emotional abuse against Minnesota Democratic Rep. Keith Ellison, who is running for attorney general of Minnesota.
Ohio State trustees to meet Wednesday to discuss Urban Meyer
The Ohio State University Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday to discuss Urban Meyer, the champion football coach who has been on administrative leave.
Ohio State aims to wrap up Meyer investigation in 2 weeks
Ohio State is using an outside law firm to investigate football coach Urban Meyer and expects to have the process wrapped up within two weeks, the university said Sunday night.
Urban Meyer: 'I am confident that I took appropriate action'
Urban Meyer, coach of college football powerhouse Ohio State, insisted Friday that he followed procedure in reporting domestic violence allegations against a now-former assistant.
Trump admin drops asylum protections for domestic violence victims
The Trump administration Monday overturned asylum protections for domestic violence and gang violence victims in a ruling that could potentially prevent tens of thousands of immigrants from getting protection in the US.
Woman rescued after being held captive by boyfriend
A woman who told authorities she had been beaten and threatened by her boyfriend escaped from him after slipping a note to staff at a Florida veterinary hospital, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
New York tightens gun restrictions for domestic abusers
People convicted of domestic abuse in New York will now have to turn over all firearms, not just handguns, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Saturday.
Sessions reviewing immigrant abuse victims' protections
Attorney General Jeff Sessions' recent move to re-open a court decision protecting domestic violence victims has advocates concerned that women and children fleeing abuse in their home countries could no longer seek shelter in the US.
Kelly changes security clearance process in wake of Porter scandal
White House chief of staff John Kelly, under fire over the White House's handling of domestic abuse allegations against a senior aide, ordered an overhaul of the security clearance process for current and incoming top administration officials.
Trump: 'I'm totally opposed to domestic violence'
President Donald Trump broke days of silence on the matter of spousal abuse, saying on Wednesday he was opposed to all manner of domestic violence.
GOP frets over White House inability to move past Porter
Republicans are growing increasingly concerned at President Donald Trump's inability to quiet the Rob Porter abuse scandal, which has engulfed the administration even as it works to capitalize on recent successes.
White House declines to answer key questions about Porter timeline
The White House declined on Monday to answer key questions about how it handled spousal abuse allegations against a former top aide, including which of President Donald Trump's advisers knew about the violence claims before they were made public.
Conway: 'I have no reason not to believe these women'
White House adviser Kellyanne Conway says she has "no reason not to believe" the women who accused White House aide Rob Porter of domestic abuse.
White House says it 'could have done better' regarding Porter allegations
White House spokesman Raj Shah said Thursday that the White House "could have done better" over the last few days when it came to "dealing with" the domestic violence allegations against former top aide Rob Porter.
Former White House aide's ex-wives detail abuse allegations
Rob Porter, a top White House aide with regular access to President Donald Trump abruptly resigned on Wednesday amid abuse allegations from two ex-wives, who each detailed to CNN what they said were years of consistent abuse from Porter, including incidents of physical violence.
White House scrambles to contain Porter fallout
Rob Porter will be out as early as Thursday, a senior White House official said Wednesday night, in another signal the West Wing is scrambling to contain the fallout over his continued employment even though officials were aware of the domestic abuse allegations against him.
Former White House aide's ex-wives detail abuse allegations
Rob Porter, a top White House aide with regular access to President Donald Trump, abruptly resigned on Wednesday amid abuse allegations from two ex-wives, who each detailed to CNN what they said were years of consistent abuse from Porter, including incidents of physical violence.
Former White House aide's ex-wives detail abuse allegations
Rob Porter, a top White House aide with regular access to President Donald Trump, abruptly resigned on Wednesday amid abuse allegations from two ex-wives, who each detailed to CNN what they said were years of consistent abuse from Porter, including incidents of physical violence.
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