The more we know about the efforts by officials in Racine to shield public records from public view, the more outrageous it seems. In late January, the office of Racine City Attorney Scott Letteney disclosed a summary of records it has fought tooth and nail to keep secret. It showed these to be ordinary email… Read More: Column: Racine officials showed bad judgment on records »

Nominations are being sought for the ninth annual Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog Award, recognizing an individual’s extraordinary contributions to open government or investigative journalism in Wisconsin. The award is presented jointly by the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism, the Wisconsin Freedom of Information Council, the Madison Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, the Wisconsin Newspaper Association, Wisconsin Broadcasters Association and University… Read More: Nominations sought for 2019 Distinguished Wisconsin Watchdog Award »

A Madison TV station is unveiling a new look this week. The changes to News 3 (WISC-TV) include a new set, new graphics, a new brand, and a new focus. The new brand, News 3 Now, was launched Sunday night, after the Super Bowl. WISC-TV is a CBS affiliate. The brand is aimed at “harnessing the… Read More: Madison TV station introduces new set, focus »