This spring, I taught an investigative reporting class at the University of Wisconsin-Madison that investigated the state of Wisconsin’s democracy. We interviewed current and former lawmakers and activists on the left and right, consulted public opinion polls, talked to regular people and tapped experts who study voting, redistricting and money in politics. The conclusion: Many… Read More: FOIC Column: Wisconsin lawmakers embrace secrecy, fast-tracking »

How did you sleep last night? Most reporters on the State Capitol beat didn’t sleep at all: I heard lore when I started as a Capitol reporter a few years ago of days when lawmakers and reporters were in the building overnight, until the sun rose. Today, I am going to experience that. I got… Read More: Overnights at the State Capitol »

Milwaukee TV anchor Kate Chappell is taking a job in Chicago. Chappell joins WMAQ on Monday as a reporter and fill-in anchor. She’s leaving CBS 58 where she was the 5 and 10 p.m. anchor. She shared the news on her Facebook page. “Thank you for welcoming me into your homes. It was an honor… Read More: Chappell leaving Milwaukee station »