The New DailyKenoshan

KENOSHA - The City of Kenosha has ended the civil rights suit brought against them by the family of Michael Bell after the city council agreed to settle the case.   The Bell suit alleged that the death of Michael Bell in a police-involved shooting in 2004 violated his civil rights.

The city council voted to approve the settlement with Michael Bell's parents and sister.  Police alleged that Bell resisted arrest after a routine traffic stop and that he was shot after attempts to subdue him failed.  The incident sparked community outrage and protests, vigils and marches were organized and attended by many in Kenosha who sought answers.  Six years after the shooting incident, Michael Bell's car sits in the family driveway as a reminder of the tragedy. 

Bell's father, also Michael Bell, ran for Mayor of Kenosha promising reform and reconciliation, but his campaign failed to woo voters, many of whom considered him a dark-horse candidate of revenge.   Kim Bell, Michael's mother, has become a leading online activist promoting police reform and sharing her family tragedy with others. 

While the City of Kenosha's agreement to settle the case ends the lawsuit, to the family and friends and supporters of Michael Bell, the memory is forever.