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The Enduring Impact of Redlining

The Enduring Impact of Redlining

Polices begun in 1930s can still be seen in metro-Milwaukee segregation.

The Enduring Allure of Opioids

The Enduring Allure of Opioids

Medicine's long, difficult relationship with opium-based drugs.

State Trails Nation on Women Legislators

State Trails Nation on Women Legislators

Wisconsin in decline since 2003, far fewer women candidates and winners than neighboring states.

4 Forces Causing Foxconn Uncertainty

4 Forces Causing Foxconn Uncertainty

Even with massive state and local subsidy, wage costs will be too high.

Huge Water Project for Foxconn Continues

Huge Water Project for Foxconn Continues

Racine water utility expected company to use 7 million gallons daily, but current needs unclear.

Why Foxconn’s Chinese Style Didn’t Translate

Why Foxconn’s Chinese Style Didn’t Translate

And why a mega-LCD plant was never likely to succeed in America.

2018 Had Fewest Refugees In 10 Years

2018 Had Fewest Refugees In 10 Years

472 refugees to Wisconsin last year, down from 585 in 2017.

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.

No “Year of the Woman” in Wisconsin

No “Year of the Woman” in Wisconsin

Why women did poorly in state legislative races in 2018.

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.