End Wisconsin’s Secretive ‘Pocket Veto’
Legislators are able to secretly delay projects they don't like. Transparency is needed.
Apr 3rd, 2023
Bill Lueders Inducted into Freedom of Information Hall of Fame
The editor of The Progressive, has been a champion for government transparency.
Oct 6th, 2021
My College Student Debt Is $152,000
UWM grad Clint Myrick explains his struggle with payments.
May 31st, 2021
Did Kenosha Cops Push Protesters Toward Militia?
So says militia member after two people killed by armed civilian. Pattern seen in other cities.
Sep 6th, 2020
Pandemic Reduced Black Vote, Study Finds
Study finds lack of polling places, fear of COVID-19 reduced April turnout of Black city voters by nearly 10%.
Jun 25th, 2020
Bill Prevents Scrutiny of Lottery Winners
Shielding those records could open the door to cheating, conspiring to win millions.
Jun 4th, 2019
Lame Duck Laws All About Secrecy
Vos and Fitzgerald didn’t even attend the public hearing on their far-reaching legislation.
Dec 5th, 2018
Dems Back More Openness, GOP Mostly Mum
Freedom of Information Council survey gets little response from GOP candidates.
Oct 18th, 2018
Forced to Work for FoodShare
Is GOP legislation “life changing” or a waste of taxes? Hard to say since Walker vetoed study of program.
Jul 3rd, 2018
Conviction Overturned After Flawed Hair Analysis
Man served 27 years, one of 13 cases in state where DNA proved hair forensics flawed.
May 22nd, 2018
Officials Shouldn’t Block Twitter, Facebook Users
Courts have ruled against blocking certain users of official Facebook pages, Twitter feeds.
Sep 2nd, 2017
After 27 Years, Judge Overturns Rape Conviction
Case is the latest in which flawed hair analysis by the FBI led to a wrongful conviction
Jun 11th, 2017
Flawed Hair Evidence Convicts the Innocent
FBI admits errors in 90 percent of hair and fiber cases, including 13 in Wisconsin.
May 5th, 2017
28 Years in Solitary Confinement
One Waupun inmate’s incredible story. He is suing the state.
Apr 30th, 2017
Plan to Kill Parole Board Criticized
Walker wants one person to make all decisions, plan called “cruel and inhumane.”
Mar 7th, 2017
The Last Syrian Refugees Arrive
State has taken in 75,000 refugees since 1970s, but Trump could slam door shut.
Feb 3rd, 2017
Release the John Doe II Documents!
The public has a right to know how prosecutors operated and how the courts made their decisions.
Dec 6th, 2016
Action Needed on Lead in Drinking Water
City and DNR officials agree on need, Barrett says current approach just a “band-aid.”
Sep 8th, 2016
Judge Won’t Halt Force Feeding of Inmate
Cesar DeLeon among eight Waupun inmates on hunger strike. Medical groups condemn force feeding.
Jul 15th, 2016
State Starts Force Feeding Three Inmates
Corrections officials begin force feedings as solitary confinement protest continues.
Jun 24th, 2016
How Colorado Reduced Solitary Confinement
It’s nearly been eliminated, while Wisconsin has made only a small reduction in solitary confinement.
Jun 18th, 2016
Inmate Hunger Strike in State Prisons
Strike starts at Waupun and Columbia prisons; protests long-term solitary confinement.
Jun 14th, 2016
Hunger Strike Against Solitary Confinement
Some states banned it but not Wisconsin. Waupun inmates plan strike beginning June 10.
Jun 6th, 2016
A Debate Over Lincoln Hills Problems
Critics of trauma-informed care say it led to problems, others say it wasn’t fully implemented.
May 24th, 2016
Trauma-Informed Care Helps Heal Victims
Approach focuses on victims of childhood trauma, which can help in rehabilitating criminals.
May 23rd, 2016
State Program Targets Aging Lead Pipes
DNR will lead $11.8 million program using federal EPA funds.
Apr 28th, 2016
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
Bill Requires Testing Tap Water for Lead
State has 176,000 lead service lines that can taint water. Flint situation cited.
Feb 9th, 2016
Waupun Ignores Solitary Confinement Rules?
State Corrections new policy reduces length by 75% but prison still has long confinements.
Jan 19th, 2016
Walker Aides Ordered To Avoid State Phones, Email?
Two cabinet members say Huebsch instructed them to use private channels for state business.
Dec 18th, 2015
Should Retail Companies Get Subsidies?
Many retail employees make so little they qualify for government assistance
Sep 23rd, 2015
Going Crazy in Solitary
Psychologist studied effects of isolation on many prisoners; the findings are grim.
Aug 27th, 2015
Making Friends With a Fly
Prisoner's 360 days in "the hole" shows impact of solitary confinement.
Aug 26th, 2015
Wisconsin Curbs Solitary Confinement
State joins national reform movement, but prisoner advocates say more could be done.
Aug 23rd, 2015
Walker Obstructed Probe of Missing Veterans Funds?
In newly unsealed records, investigators say then-county exec was uncooperative, triggering first John Doe.
Aug 1st, 2015
More Problems at Gov. Walker’s Jobs Agency
Two companies fail after getting $1.4 million from WEDC.
Jul 26th, 2015
Walker Still Mum On Role Curbing Public Records
Legislature's proposal used language previously crafted by Walker administration, but governor and Vos won't discuss governor's involvement. Update of story published on July 3rd.
Jul 6th, 2015
Walker Still Mum On Role Curbing Public Records
Legislature's proposal used language previously crafted by Walker administration, but governor and Vos won't discuss governor's involvement. Update of story published on July 3rd.
Jul 3rd, 2015
All Four Attorney General Candidates Back Open Records
They support open meetings rules for lawmakers and full access to online court records.
Aug 4th, 2014
