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Madison Officer Identified in Fatal July Shooting of Corey Ruiz
local24 days ago

Madison Officer Identified in Fatal July Shooting of Corey Ruiz

State officials named Kiel Baitinger-Peterson as the Madison police officer who fatally shot 38-year-old Corey Ruiz during an attempted arrest on July 22 after Ruiz allegedly injured an officer with a knife; four officers were involved, with two restraining Ruiz and a stun-gun attempt that failed, and bystander footage amid protests prompted an encampment that was cleared later. The Wisconsin Department of Justice’s Division of Criminal Investigation is investigating and all officers are on administrative leave, with Ruiz’s family represented by Ben Crump.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|
#corey-ruiz#local#madison-wisconsin
Corey Ruiz Death Sparks CRAZ Blockade in Madison
us-news1 month ago

Corey Ruiz Death Sparks CRAZ Blockade in Madison

Black Lives Matter and other protesters have blockaded two blocks of Willy Street in downtown Madison after Corey Ruiz, an armed felon who had knifed a police officer, was fatally shot by police. The demonstrators have dubbed the area the Corey Ruiz Autonomous Zone (CRAZ), echoed by city officials who are providing portable toilets and other resources as the two-block intersection remains closed. Locals describe the occupation as disruptive and unlawful, while activists draw attention to Ruiz’s long criminal history (at least 25 cases dating back to 2007) and the police shooting that has become a flashpoint, with nightly protests continuing.

via nypost.com|
#blm#corey-ruiz#madison-wisconsin
Madison nonprofit chief Michael Johnson dies at 50 amid community tribute
local-news2 months ago

Madison nonprofit chief Michael Johnson dies at 50 amid community tribute

Michael Johnson, the president and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County, died unexpectedly at age 50 in Madison. A longtime community leader who helped grow the organization and guided it through the COVID-19 pandemic (after a brief 2018 stint as CEO of United Way of Cincinnati), Johnson’s passing was announced by the club. Former Chief Education and People Officer Taylor Jackson will serve as interim president and CEO, while leaders and officials remember his advocacy for Dane County youth and plan to honor his legacy.

via Channel 3000|
#boys-and-girls-clubs#dane-county#local-news
Midair disturbance prompts United flight to divert to Madison, Wisconsin
transportation3 months ago

Midair disturbance prompts United flight to divert to Madison, Wisconsin

A United Airlines flight from Chicago to Minneapolis diverted to Madison, Wisconsin after a passenger allegedly made multiple attempts to breach the cockpit. Fellow passengers and on-board law enforcement restrained him until landing; the suspect was detained by Dane County authorities with FBI involvement. The Boeing 737 carrying 147 passengers and six crew landed safely with no reported injuries. FAA officials said the disturbance prompted the landing, and authorities have not released the passenger’s identity or any charges. ATC audio reviewed by CNN captured the crew relaying the security incident before the diversion.

via CNN|
#cockpit-breach#fbi#madison-wisconsin