Darnell Price closes the door of his apartment, Oct. 1, 2025, in Milwaukee. Finding and maintaining housing were among the challenges he faced upon being released from prison. (Joe Timmerman / Wisconsin Watch)

Increased use of compassionate release could ease costs and crowding with minimal risks to public safety, experts say. But it remains off limits to many prisoners.

By Mario Koran and Sreejita Patra

Wisconsin Watch

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It’s hard to find hope in a terminal illness. But for Darnell Price, the spread of a cancerous tumor opened the door for a new life. It was a chance to spend his remaining days outside of prison.

Two Wisconsin Department of C

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