Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Waupun Prison Guards Accused of Abusing Dozens of Inmates
Many of prisoners are from Milwaukee; critics call for an investigation. Part 1 of a series.
Jul 23rd, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
John Doe Probe is Not About Good vs. Bad
It's really a legal issue that courts must settle: can campaigns coordinate with outside advocacy groups?
Jul 16th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Democrats Blast GOP Opponent for Attorney General
Was Brad Schimel lax in prosecuting alleged pay to play or are Democratic AG candidates blowing smoke?
Jul 9th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Are John Doe Subjects Still Coordinating?
Scott Walker says they did nothing wrong. Will he coordinate with "independent" groups in upcoming campaign?
Jul 3rd, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Campaign Coordination With Outside Groups is Common
Study says Walker's coordination with independent groups doesn't compare to some other states.
Jul 2nd, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Gun Bill Dies Without Shots Being Fired
Despite overwhelming support for bill toughening penalties for felony firearms offenses, Alberta Darling and Republicans give up on it.
Jun 25th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Two Parties Have Wildly Different Platforms
Annual conventions show Democrats and Republicans now have dramatically different philosophies.
Jun 18th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
The Changing Legislature
Study finds turnover of lawmakers has increased but challenges in party primaries have greatly declined.
Jun 11th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Gun Bills Fail, Shots Fly
Chief Flynn implores legislature to pass bill targeting illegal gun possession. Will Republicans respond?
Jun 4th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
John Doe Ruling Opens Door To Dark Money
Wealthy groups with unnamed donors could coordinate campaign ads with candidates they favor.
May 22nd, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Lobbyists Oppose Various Bills Limiting Voting
Bills with photo ID, limiting absentee voting, making it tougher to register -- got scant support from lobbyists.
May 14th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
Mary Burke, Underdog Millionaire
She's raked in $1.8 million but is still far behind Walker in fundraising.
May 7th, 2014 by Bill Lueders, Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism
