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The 10 Most Expensive State Programs
How does the state spend its money? And how might you change this?
Oct 27th, 2014 by Steven Walters
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
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
Inside the Sand Ridge Prison
The high-security Mauston facility houses sex offenders, creating a "huge challenge" for prison leaders. Second in a three-part series.
Feb 4th, 2014 by Nora G. Hertel
Mentally Ill Ex-Inmates Lack Treatment
Experts agree with state report that reforms could cut recidivism.
Nov 12th, 2013 by Nora G. Hertel
Fun With Budget Numbers
An insider's take on the state budget and how it was put together.
Jul 3rd, 2013 by Bill Lueders
Final Tally on State Budget
The numbers show some surprising priorities, with spending on health care leading the way.
Jun 24th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Taxpayers Pay Big for Sex Predator Treatment
State pays $141,000 per year, four times more than for average prisoner.
Jun 20th, 2013 by Steven Walters
Legislators Raising Questions About State’s Tracking of Ex-Offenders
Legislative committee members have concerns about accuracy of GPS tracking system.
Apr 8th, 2013 by Mario Koran
How to Improve the State’s GPS Tracking System
GPS breakdowns when tracking ex-offenders waste taxpayers’ money and undermine rehabilitation efforts. But there are possible solutions.
Mar 26th, 2013 by Mario Koran
State’s Sex Offender Tracking System Often Fails
GPS monitoring system often goes haywire, causing problems and wasting police resources. Part I of a series.
Mar 25th, 2013 by Mario Koran
