Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Marijuana Can Lead to Deportation for Immigrants
Even in areas where it's legal, can cause problems for immigrants.
Aug 6th, 2019 by Ting-Chia Kan, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Pot Arrests 4 Times Higher for Blacks
Statewide racial disparity in arrests for pot possession cited in Gov. Evers’ decriminalization proposal.
Jul 15th, 2019 by Izabela Zaluska, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Rules Violations Cause 40% of Prison Admissions
State figures show supervision violations, not new crimes, drive prison admissions.
Jul 3rd, 2019 by Izabela Zaluska, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Evers Faces Hurdles to Cutting Prisons
Governor promised to cut prison population by 50%, but has so far made no progress.
Jul 1st, 2019 by Izabela Zaluska, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Who Uses Cannabis in Wisconsin?
Interest in CBD and cannabis products is growing around the state
Jun 24th, 2019 by Olivia Herken, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Pot Policies All Over the Map
Fully legal in 11 states, medical pot okay in 22 states, much division over how to handle it.
Jun 23rd, 2019 by Carter Thomson, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Michigan Struggles With Legal Pot
Recreational marijuana legalized, but state struggles with how to regulate retail sales, other issues.
Jun 21st, 2019 by Rachelle Wilson, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Rep. Sargent’s Lonely Pro-Pot Campaign
Democrat has pushed for full legalization for years, with few politicians joining her. Until now.
May 27th, 2019 by Hibah Ansari, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Fighting For Immigrants in Court
Immigrants without attorneys six times more likely to be deported. New program provides legal help.
May 21st, 2019 by Natalie Yahr, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
State’s Hemp Industry Blooming
Will medical or recreational marijuana be next?
May 12th, 2019 by Ellie Colbert, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Wind Project Whips Up Controversy
Some neighbors oppose 24 wind turbine proposal in Green County near state's border.
Apr 21st, 2019 by Sarah Whites-Koditschek, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Advocates of Legal Pot Still Face Hurdles
Public support growing but GOP leaders oppose Evers' plan to legalize medical marijuana and possession of small amounts.
Apr 7th, 2019 by Suzie Kazar, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
