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How Colorado Reduced Solitary Confinement
It’s nearly been eliminated, while Wisconsin has made only a small reduction in solitary confinement.
Jun 18th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
Two State Prisons Have Lead-Tainted Water
Officials say they comply with federal drinking water standards, but others question whether it’s safe.
Apr 11th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
Waupun Ignores Solitary Confinement Rules?
State Corrections new policy reduces length by 75% but prison still has long confinements.
Jan 19th, 2016 by Dee J. Hall
Where Can Former Sex Offenders Go?
Restrictive city law often leaves them nowhere to live, many are becoming homeless.
Dec 16th, 2015 by Jabril Faraj
Prison Guard Fired for Sexually Harassing Inmates
State Department of Corrections releases records of this seven months after they were requested.
Apr 16th, 2015 by Bill Lueders
Journalists Sue State Dept of Corrections For Records
Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism requested records on inmate treatment under open records but state won't release them.
Feb 2nd, 2015 by Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
State Prisons Reducing Use of Solitary Confinement?
New policy outlined by state official says prisoner "segregation" not effective for disciplining or rehabilitating inmates.
Dec 10th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
No Treatment For Many Drunken Drivers
Some avoid court-ordered assessment, others receive inadequate treatment, experts say.
Nov 16th, 2014 by Sean Kirkby
Lawmakers Demand Response to Allegations of Inmate Abuse
Milwaukee Democrats call on the Department of Corrections to respond to allegations of abuse at Waupun Correctional Institution.
Sep 15th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
State Prisons “Routinely Engage in Torture,” Group Claims
Faith-based advocacy group asks Gov. Walker to investigate allegations of prisoner abuse at Waupun.
Jul 31st, 2014 by Bill Lueders
