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Prayer death father to testify

July 30, 2009 By

The Weston prayer death father will take the stand in his own defense. Dale Neumann plans to testify today in his reckless homicide trial – a day after jurors saw a taped police interview in which he said God would heal his sick daughter. Neumann said he refused advice to seek medical help for 11-year-old Kara because he and his wife are people of faith and trust the Lord for everything.

The judge told Neumann he isn't required to testify and can change his mind before he takes the stand. The defense will also call the man behind an Internet ministry whom the Neumanns turned to for emergency prayer help before resting their case.

Filed Under: Crime & Courts

Kenosha homicide suspects arrested

July 30, 2009 By

Both persons of interest in arobbery-homicide at a Kenoshacustard stand have been located.

Daniel Gonzalez and Julian Miller were found overnight at separate locations inKenosha. The 28year-old Miller, considered armed and very dangerous because of his criminalrecord, attempted to flee when confronted. While called persons of interest, anews release from the Kenosha Co. Joint Services Division says charges may comefrom the D-A's office later today or Friday, suggesting police have theindividuals they believe robbed the drive-in and killed 18- year old employeeRobby Wilde.

A candlelight prayer vigilwas held at the crime scene last night. Wilde's family buries him today.

AUDIO: Classmate at vigil remembers victim (MP3 :30)

Filed Under: Crime & Courts, Top Story

Wisconsin lacking on stimulus transparency

July 30, 2009 By

A new report shows Wisconsin should be doing more to update the public on how American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding is being spent.

The study conducted by Good Jobs First and WISPIRG looked at state websites across the US that are designed to report how federal stimulus money is being spent. WISPIRG's Bruce Speight says Wisconsin tied for 8th place among the states, based on a score of 45 out of 100 criteria reviewers considered.

Speight says Wisconsin is doing a good job of getting basic information out there and keeping it updated. However, the state is falling short on letting the public know who is benefitting from the stimulus money, such as how many jobs projects are creating and who is getting contracts.

Speight says that kind of accountability is needed to make sure federal dollars are being used effectively.

AUDIO: Andrew Beckett reports (MP3 1:09)

Filed Under: Politics & Government

Same sex couples can apply for document

July 29, 2009 By

Same sex adults who live together can apply for a Declaration of Domestic Partnership, starting Monday.

The legal documentation would formalize the relationship of domestic partners in Wisconsin, according to Department of Health Services Secretary Karen Timberlake.

Timberlake says the declaration should make a lot of things easier for same sex couples, like legal transactions, such as transferring property or executing a Will. She says the formal acknowledgment of the relationship would help access other benefits, as well, including health benefits, family medical leave, and visitation in hospitals and other health care settings.

Those interested should apply for a Declaration at their local county clerk's office. In order to avoid delays, Timberlake suggests you be prepared. You'll need to bring a certified copy of your birth certificate, photo ID, proof of residence, social security number, and if applicable, proof that a former relationship has been severed.

Bring cash, because there's an application fee, likely equal to that of a marriage fee. ($115 in Dane County, lower in other counties.)

NOTE: The Declaration must be signed in front of a notary and then be filed with the Register of Deeds Office. It'll take about five days before applicants receive the Declaration.

AUDIO: Jackie Johnson report (1:21 mp3)

Filed Under: Politics & Government

Guard commander says detainees treated well

July 29, 2009 By

The commanding officer of Wisconsin's Iraq deployed National Guard units says detainees are treated with respect and dignity. Colonel Steve Bensend of the 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team says the detainees being guarded by his Wisconsin troops are varied a lot. Some are criminals, while others are suspected terrorists

"They are people who have been detained over the course of the years. They are slowly being pushed through the Iraqi criminal courts system and released back into society, or the Iraqis are holding them in Iraqi facilities as time goes forward," says Bensend.

Bensend says the detainees are well treated – but do not enjoy better amenities than the troops guarding them. "They detainees are treated very fairly, they are getting good food and water. I would not class it as a better treatment than our soldiers, however I would tell you that we are treating them with respect and dignity."

During a conference call with reporters, Bensend says the quality of Iraqi troops is improving – reflecting the thorough training they've received from the 32nd and other American troops.

 

AUDIO: Bob Hague reports (:60 MP3)

Filed Under: Military
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