Malia Jones

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Wisconsin Is Getting Old

Wisconsin Is Getting Old

Demographics show state changed from mostly under age 30 in 1970 to mostly over 30 today.

High Tolerance: Which Counties Have More Binge Drinking?
High Tolerance

Which Counties Have More Binge Drinking?

Excessive drinking highest in Wisconsin’s college towns, urban counties, data shows.

Study: Geography Plays Role in Wisconsinites’ Health
Study

Geography Plays Role in Wisconsinites’ Health

UW-Madison researchers have noted disparities in a number of areas across the state’s 72 counties.

Cartogram Makes Last Election Look Different

Cartogram Makes Last Election Look Different

Mapping by people rather than land creates very different picture of the state.

A New Way to Map Wisconsin

A New Way to Map Wisconsin

Introducing the cartogram, where people count more than land.

Health Coverage Growth Stalled in 2017

Health Coverage Growth Stalled in 2017

Slowdown comes after three straight years of growth, state tied for 10th in percent covered.

Which Counties Rank Best For Health?

Which Counties Rank Best For Health?

Ranking all 72 counties: Ozaukee is healthiest, with Milwaukee and Menomonee at the bottom.

The State of Wasted Votes

The State of Wasted Votes

Republican gerrymander wastes up to 10% of state votes, but Supreme Court seems unconcerned.

The Art Of Gerrymandering Milwaukee

The Art Of Gerrymandering Milwaukee

Mapping the outlines of representation in Wisconsin's legislative districts.