Committee approves $2.3M, $200K settlements for family of Dontre Hamilton, Barbara Killebrew
MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Common Council's Judiciary and Legislation Committee approved a resolution on Monday, May 22nd authorizing a settlement payment of $200,000 to the estate and children of Barbara Killebrew, and a $2.3 million settlement for the family of Dontre Hamilton.Killebrew, 60, was stabbed repeatedly on June 24, 2014 near 24th Place and Melvina in Milwaukee -- by her estranged boyfriend.
Attorney: Family of Dontre Hamilton reaches proposed $2.3M settlement with the city
MILWAUKEE -- The attorney for the family of Dontre Hamilton tells FOX6 News the family has reached a proposed $2.3 million settlement with the City of Milwaukee.
"We share this day:" Family, friends remember Dontre Hamilton on anniversary of his death
MILWAUKEE -- It has been three years to the day since Dontre Hamilton was shot and killed by a now, former Milwaukee police officer.
Dontre Day: Family to hold event in Red Arrow Park on 3-year anniversary of Hamilton's death
MILWAUKEE -- The family of Dontre Hamilton continues to celebrate the memory of his life rather than just how he died.
Hamilton family considers federal judge's ruling on illegal pat-down a legal victory: "Dontre deserved this"
MILWAUKEE -- It's being considered a legal victory for the family of Dontre Hamilton.
Federal judge rules Christopher Manney violated Dontre Hamilton's rights with illegal pat-down
MILWAUKEE -- The family of Dontre Hamilton has received a partial victory in federal court, after a judge in a civil suit ruled former Milwaukee Police Officer Christopher Manney violated his constitutional rights by illegally patting Hamilton down before he shot Hamilton in April of 2014 in Red Arrow Park.The ruling will undoubtedly play a huge role in the upcoming jury trial against Manney and the city -- set to begin in May.
"The Blood is on the Doorstep:" Documentary on Dontre Hamilton family premieres at SXSW Film Festival
MILWAUKEE -- The family of Dontre Hamilton will be getting some national attention next week.
Dontre Hamilton documentary to have world premiere at SXSW Film Festival
MILWAUKEE -- A Milwaukee story is getting national attention.
Families of Jay Anderson, Dontre Hamilton, Corey Stingley encourage boycott this holiday season
WAUWATOSA -- The holiday shopping season kicks into high gear on Black Friday -- November 25th, and two separate groups are calling for boycotts.
Team that will now investigate deadly police incidents in Milwaukee includes members from every department
MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News has learned more about the team that will now investigate deadly police incidents in Milwaukee.
Christopher Manney loses appeal to rejoin the Milwaukee Police Department
MILWAUKEE -- Christopher Manney has lost his appeal with the Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission to rejoin the Milwaukee Police Department.Manney shot and killed 31-year-old Dontre Hamilton in Red Arrow Park in downtown Milwaukee on April 30, 2014.
"We have to try to heal:" Maria Hamilton, mother of Dontre, one of several moms to speak at DNC
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- The Democratic National Convention begins Monday, July 25th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania -- and a key message Democrats will likely emphasize will hit close to home among voters here in Wisconsin.Officer-involved shootings in southeastern Wisconsin are sparking increasing outrage in the community.On Saturday, July 23rd, protesters marched through Mayfair Mall following the shooting death of Jay Anderson.
Coalition for Justice marches in Milwaukee to honor Philando Castile, Alton Sterling & more
MILWAUKEE -- Peaceful, yet disruptive.
Family members of Dontre Hamilton push for memorial bench in Red Arrow Park
MILWAUKEE -- In April of 2014, Dontre Hamilton was shot and killed by Christopher Manney, a former Milwaukee police officer following an altercation in Red Arrow Park in downtown Milwaukee.
"He was our light:" Dozens march for Dontre Hamilton on two-year anniversary of his death
MILWAUKEE -- A day to remember.
Family of Dontre Hamilton files federal civil rights lawsuit against Milwaukee, Christopher Manney
MILWAUKEE -- The family of Dontre Hamilton filed a federal civil rights lawsuit in Milwaukee on Wednesday, April 27th.
Two-year anniversary approaches: Coalition for Justice hosts 'art build' ahead of Dontre Day
MILWAUKEE -- April 30th will mark two years since the death of Dontre Hamilton.31-year-old Hamilton was shot and killed in Red Arrow Park in downtown Milwaukee by former Milwaukee Police Officer Christopher Manney.On Tuesday, April 19th, the "Coalition for Justice" held an "art build."Artists and organizations from across Milwaukee came together to create signs and banners for use on what they are calling "Dontre Day.""What we're trying to do here is just have different groups that are all doing good work in the city at different times connect some of the dots with the issues," Pete Railand said.The Coalition for Justice will hold a rally and march starting at 12:30 p.m. on April 30th, and there are other events scheduled until 8:00 p.m. that day.
Former MPD officer Christopher Manney breaks his silence: "I'm not some monster"
MILWAUKEE -- In his own words!
Nate Hamilton says federal DOJ probe into MPD is not enough: "We need real change"
MILWAUKEE -- A news conference has been scheduled for Thursday, December 17th -- and members of the United States Department of Justice will announce the launch of a "collaborative reform process" with the Milwaukee Police Department.
"I wasn't protesting:" Dontre Hamilton supporters released from jail following arrests
MILWAUKEE -- An evening of disruption leads to an overnight stay in jail.