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News Story: "MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) -- Records obtained by NBC15 show law enforcement responded to the home of an apparent murder-suicide in Madison 39 times in five years.

The records show calls dating back to December 18, 2011.

Authorities were called to the Kanazawa Circle home twice for domestic disturbances. They were called once in December of 2011 and another time in December 2014.

Police responded to the home Tuesday night after a middle-school aged boy found the bodies of a a 39-year-old man and 19-year-old woman.

Authorities said it appears the man shot his stepdaughter before taking his own life.

Boys and Girls Club of Dane County CEO, Michael Johnson tells NBC15 the two involved in the incident are former La Follette student Tuneija Tornai-Jackson and her stepfather Michael Jackson.

Neighbors describe the community as tight-knit with many of them being acquainted with the family.
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A group of mothers in the neighborhood have come together to start a fundraising campaign for the family." 

News Story about Funeral: "'She was such a beautiful spirit. She always brought positive energy to the family,' said Stephanie Butler, Audrea's cousin. You could say there wasn't a dry eye at Audrea Williams' funeral service. Audrea's sisters Asia and Audrey wept at the podium. 'My sister Audrea, my favorite sister, you taught me so many things. How to take care of myself, how to braid hair, and even throw it back in a flare... Just know you'll be so much. But with Audric we'll always have your loving touch,' said Asia Robinson in the funeral program. 'My dearest big sister 'RAREE' she was such a happy loving sister. Always smiling and filled with laughter,' said Audrey Richardson in the funeral program. Raree was Audrea's nickname. Audrea was a victim of domestic violence, but her family says she fought to get out. They say the family has made a pact to come together even more to spread domestic violence awareness. 'This has only ignited a fire within our family so that another family doesn't have to go through what we're having to go through today -- doesn't have to feel what we're feeling today,' said Keshonda Willis, Audrea's cousin. Audrea's organs will be donated. While some of her remains will go towards saving lives, Audrea's family says her spirit will be shared with Audric.  'She's so beautiful -- even now. Our journey only continues... we have lost one, but we will not lose another,' said Willis."

New Story about Homicide: "MILWAUKEE COUNTY - 19-year-old Frank Lopez, charged with first degree intentional homicide in connection with the shooting death of 18-year-old Audrea Williams was in court on Wednesday, April 13th for his preliminary hearing. The fatal shooting happened on March 30th at a home near 81st and Villard.  Lopez Jr. is facing one count of first degree reckless homicide, use of a dangerous weapon.  According to the criminal complaint, police were dispatched to the home, and came upon a woman who was flagging down officers who said: 'Hurry, she’s losing consciousness.' Police found Williams lying on the floor in a bedroom at the home near 81st and Villard. A man was holding a cloth to the back of Williams’ head, applying pressure to her wound. Police observed Williams to be breathing slowly, but unable to answer questions."

​Obituary: "In whose love we felt and whose love we honor, please join Miguel Angel Arvelo and Family in remembering our beloved Hermelinda Arvelo Sierra and Arturo Angel Arvelo this Thursday, March 10 (TODAY) at Christ Church on 23rd and Greenfield Avenue, Milwaukee. Visitation from 9 AM to 1 PM. Funeral service at 1 PM. Meal to follow service; a desert to share would be appreciated. Service will be streamed live on www.christmke.com"...Read more

News Story: "MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police have identified the victims of a double murder-suicide that happened near 9th and National on Saturday, March 5th -- a crime that has torn a family apart. The victims are 45-year-old Hermalinda Arvelo and 12-year-old Arturo Arvelo.

Police say the shooting happened about 11:20 a.m. Saturday. They say a man came home to find his wife and son suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims died at the scene.

Officials say the suspect in this case, 41-year-old Carmen Arvelo-Schwingle, committed suicide at McKinley Marina shortly after the homicides.

Arvelo-Schwingle was the 12-year-old boy's half-sister, and Hermalinda Arvelo's stepdaughter.

Family members tell FOX6 News Carmen Arvelo-Schwingle shot and killed her half-brother and her stepmother, and they say Miguel Arvelo discovered the bodies -- Arturo Arvelo's father, and Hermalinda Arvelo's husband.

Carmen Arvelo-Schwingle was Miguel Arvelo's daughter through a previous marriage...Miguel Arvelo is now left mourning the loss of his son, his wife and the daughter who left his family fractured"...Read more

Welcome to the May 2016 edition of Hope House's Community Education E-bulletin

You're Invited: May 17 Educational Luncheon in Wisconsin Dells
​"Strengths-based Support for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Abuse"
Please join us! Faith Leaders for Healthy Relationships and Hope House present "Strengths-based Support for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Abuse" by Julie Fisher, Associate Director at Hope House, on May 17 from 11:30 am - 1 pm at Trappers Turn in Wisconsin Dells.

Domestic violence and sexual assault are two of the most traumatic experiences a human can endure. Victims need to be heard, empowered, understood and supported in order to begin healing and moving forward. Strengths-based support begins with the understanding of the impact of trauma on an individual or family – and emphasizes survivor strengths, competencies, and adaptive capacities. We hope you will join us for lunch and will walk away with a deeper understanding of the impact of trauma and how to support those who have experienced it.

Register by May 12th to ensure your place at the luncheon. Please click here to order your ticket and reserve your seat! This is a secular workshop and discussion, and all are welcome to attend.

Hope House Donation Needs
Monetary donations are most needed.  Individuals have the option of donating online.  Please note that a portion of your online donation will go towards PayPal fees.  Donations can be mailed to Hope House, P.O. Box 557, Baraboo, WI 53913. We also appreciate gas cards, gift cards (Walmart, Kwik Trip, Walgreens, Kohl’s), taxi vouchers from Baraboo Taxi, and used cell phones, iPods and iPads.  Please note that we are not accepting stuffed animals/plush toys, used toys, clothes (except for new sweatshirts and sweatpants), shoes, used books, furniture, TVs, bar soap, hats, scarves or travel-size bottles of shampoo, conditioner, or body wash. Current needs include

• Bathrooms: Toilet bowl cleaner, Toilet paper, Deodorant, Disposable razors, Body spray and makeup, Small garbage cans with bags, Nail clippers, Cleaning supplies such as Lysol disinfecting spray and floor cleaner, Clorox wipes, Hairspray, Bleach, Bathroom rugs and bath mats
• Kitchen: Paper towels, Ziploc bags, Silverware, Tupperware, Small mason jars, Dishwasher soap, 13-Gallon garbage bags, Brush for cleaning bottles, Sip cups, Saran wrap, Aluminum foil
• Food and Beverages: Meat, Fresh fruit and vegetables, Yogurt, Cheese, Canned soup, Snack items (crackers, granola bars, etc.), Fruit juice, Milk
• Laundry: Laundry detergent, Dryer sheets, Fabric softener sheets
• Clothing for Women and Kids: Socks, Women’s underwear, Medium-Large size pajamas, New sweatshirts and sweatpants
• Misc: Diapers (especially sizes 4-6) and pull-ups, DVD or BluRay plaer, Vacuum, New white full/twin bed sheets, Double stroller, Baby wipes, Band-Aids, Pocket-sized calendars, Baby bottles, Umbrellas, Hangers, Weather radio, Journals, Exercise balls, Yoga/exercise DVDs, Relaxation CDs, Baby thermometer, CD players, Regular light bulbs

Special Note about Travel-Size Items: We encourage those looking to donate travel-size items to donate them to the Backpack Project. The Backpack Project strives to provide Baraboo School District students who are financially challenged to enter the school doors on the first day ‘just like everyone else’ and to show these children the community supports and encourages them to learn and do their best. If interested in donating towards this project, please contact Becky Hovde at 608-963-8230 or hivebiz@centurytel.net.

Domestic Violence

• When Domestic Violence Becomes A Workplace Issue: “The two deaths came in quick succession, shocking the close-knit community of health care workers at the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center…St. Joseph is undergoing an ambitious effort to address domestic violence among its workforce, rolling out an intensive training program to help staff members identify — and hopefully prevent — domestic violence, as well as a new workplace policy to support employees who are suffering. The hospital partnered with Futures Without Violence, a nonprofit that has helped organizations across the country address how domestic violence hurts its workforce”…Read more
• Mississippi Fails To Add Domestic Violence As A Legal Reason For Divorce: “In Mississippi, a person can get a divorce if their spouse is a habitual drunk, commits adultery, has an incurable mental illness or is naturally impotent…As it currently stands, domestic violence is not among the 12 legal grounds for divorce in the state. A recent effort to rectify that died in the Mississippi state Senate last week…Wright said domestic violence victims trying to divorce abusive partners typically allege ‘habitual cruel and inhuman treatment,’ which is among the current legal grounds for divorce. But that can be hard to prove unless the abuse was physical and ongoing, he said. Subtle types of abuse, like emotional, verbal and economic, are much more difficult to demonstrate”…Read more
• Survivors Motivated By $40 Million Domestic Violence Judgement: [Note: graphic image and description of abuse] “Survivor Maria Escamilla was awarded $40 million in a decision that domestic violence experts are calling monumental…But there are risks for women who file civil cases. Many of the men they sue won’t have more money than the cost of a lawyer. There are also concerns in some rare cases it could provoke a backlash from an abuser”…Read more

Local News

• Daniel Coughlin, 53, of Lyndon Station, sentenced to six years in state prison after being convicted of first and second degree sexual assault of a child…Read more​
• Kevin Karl Krueger, 51, of Portage, charged with first-degree intentional homicide, entered a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity or mental deficiency…Read more
• A state appeals court ruled that it would be double jeopardy to retry Russell Troka, of Lyndon Station, for attempted homicide and other offenses stemming from an alleged 2013 attack on his wife…Read more
• Levi Ramone Dacorah Kearney, 20, of Portage, given a deferred prosecution and placed on four years’ probation on July 29 after entering a plea of no contest to charges of second-degree sexual assault of a child and fourth-degree sexual assault…Read more
• Samuel Terwall, 18, of Reedsburg, faces two counts of sexual assault of a child under 16…Read more
• Robert Reick, 29, of Portage, appeared in court on Oct. 19 charged with burglary and second-degree sexual assault with use of force. The criminal case ended with a plea agreement…Read more
• Alexander Kluball, 25, of Reedsburg, who brought a teenage girl from Tennessee last year to work as a prostitute was sentenced Tuesday in federal court to 10 years in prison for transporting an individual to engage in commercial sex…Read more
• “Juneau County Sheriff's Department Detective Tim Andres has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation into a possible domestic disturbance with his wife”…Read more

Parents' and Youth Service Providers' Section

• We Can Teach Kids About Consent Without Bringing Sex Into the Conversation: “Though we often think about consent in terms of sexual assault, the truth is that it is an essential aspect of all interpersonal relationships. People have the right to set boundaries about their bodies, their possessions, and their actions, and we need to respect those boundaries. By framing consent in this way for kids, we’re laying the groundwork they will need to navigate situations in the future, including and beyond sexual interactions”…Read more
• Preventing Sex Abuse in Schools: The Healthy Sexual Climate: “This past week, Dr. Janet Rosenzweig, our Vice-President of Programs and Services, was asked to be a source for a Washington Post article describing a series of sexual abuse cases in a suburban Washington, D.C. school district. The investigative work of reporters to keep these issues in the public ‘spotlight’ and to hold school officials accountable is critical. But since April is Child Abuse Prevention month, Janet couldn’t let the opportunity pass without sharing with adults everywhere some steps they might take to help reduce the chances of a similar case happening in their district. How? We can start by understanding the concept of ‘sexual climate’ in a school”…Read more
• 9 Ways to Introduce Students to Random Acts of Kindness: “At school, the RAOK project crosses the curriculum and offers lessons in social studies and current events, math (the students graph different RAOK types), writing, and speaking (they give class presentations using the Haiku Deck app). But the benefits the project brings to students’ character and sense of self is the real reward…Here are his nine tips for starting it in your classroom or school”…Read more​
• 7 Things to Do When Your Kid Points Out Someone’s Differences: “Instead of shushing children for stating the obvious, that the person (or family) in front of them is appears different, parents can do the following: 1. Apologize. When your child behaves rudely, apologize on the child’s behalf, immediately and without excuse. Try something like: ‘I’m sorry my child spoke rudely. He is curious about your son and didn’t respond appropriately’”…Read more

Training Opportunity
Webinar on May 25 from 1-2 pm: Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect to Create a World Where Every Child Can Thrive: "This webinar will highlight the CDC's Essentials for Childhood framework, which is intended for use by communities committed to the positive development of children and families and specifically to the prevention of child abuse and neglect." Click here to register. 

Resources

• Access New Resources on Adverse Childhood Experiences for National Child Abuse Prevention Month: “Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic events that impact lifelong health and opportunity. ACEs have been linked to risky behaviors, chronic health conditions, educational and employment challenges, and early death. CDC is committed to preventing ACEs before they happen.  The new ACE resources available at CDC.gov will help your community better understand ACEs, their health impact, and strategies for prevention”…View the resources
• We Believe You Coloring Book: Download and print the We Believe You coloring “book for survivors and supporters is an initiative of the Office of Sexual Violence Support and Education at Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada. Team members: Farrah Khan, Tesni Ellis, and Kirsty Pazek-Smith. You are free to print and share the colouring book with loved ones.”​

Obituary: "Paige Elise Bohn, age 5, and Devon James Bohn, age 3, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at their home in Wisconsin Rapids...Paige was born on October 9, 2010 in Bettendorf, IA. Paige was known by family and friends as a smart, friendly and helpful little firecracker with a smile that could light up a room. She loved to read, color and care for children and animals, especially horses. She aspired to someday be a horse doctor.
 
Devon was born on April 13, 2013 in Loveland, CO. Devon was known by family and friends for his look that captured your heart in any situation. His love for tractors and anything that moved and made noise was known by everyone. He was determined to grow big to be able to drive the tractor and mow the lawn"...Read more

News Story: "Wisconsin Rapids police have identified the man and two children who died in an apparent double murder-suicide this week.Lt. Brian Krzykowski said in a news release Friday that the father was 36-year-old Justin Bohn. Also found dead was his daughter, 5-year-old Paige Bohn, and his son, 3-year-old Devon Bohn.

Krzykowski told The Associated Press previously that Justin Bohn fatally shot his two children and then himself at their home in Wisconsin Rapids. Police were called to the house at about 2:15 a.m. Wednesday to check on distraught person.
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Krzykowski says preliminary autopsy results confirm each victim died of a single gunshot wound. He says the investigation is ongoing.

Police say the children's mother wasn't home when the shootings occurred."