Genele Laird
Elisa Wiseman
“An ocean of difference”
An east-side neighborhood meeting called to discuss issues of poverty and crime brought up much more commonplace matters like littering, panhandling and speeding. The divide underscored a difference in perception about the issues facing Madison. Read more
Allison Geyer
District Attorney makes exception in charges for East Towne Mall arrest
Genele Laird won't face charges in Tuesday's disturbance at East Towne Mall. Instead, Dane County District Attorney Ismael Ozanne is recommending a restorative court program. But her supporters say Ozanne's decision is politically motivated. Read more
Alders call for independent review of East Towne arrest
Some alders are pushing for a more independent review of the East Towne Mall arrest of Genele Laird. But it’s unclear whether they have the authority to demand one. Read more
Man who recorded Madison police arrest speaks out
Daniel Patrykus was in Madison visiting friends when he happened to stop by East Towne Mall. A video he shot with his cellphone has sparked a fresh round of outrage against the Madison Police Department. Read more
Timothy Hughes
Amid racial tensions, Soglin leaves town again
An arrest by Madison police officers draws national attention and condemnation from area leaders. But that is not stopping Mayor Paul Soglin, who has been silent on the issue, from heading to another out-of-state convention. Read more
Dylan Brogan
Koval: Teen should have “surrendered her liberty”
Genele Laird, the 18-year-old African American woman violently subdued by police on Tuesday, is likely to remain in jail for a second night. Meanwhile, outrage with police grows, as some describe “an aggregate trauma” experienced by black community. Read more
Darien Lamen
“It looks like excessive force was used”
A cellphone video of the arrest of 18-year-old Genele Laird at East Towne Mall went viral on Facebook Tuesday night. Community leaders met with Police Chief Mike Koval demanding answers. Laird remained in jail overnight. Read more
