Wisconsin Watch

Aside from bringing to life our written journalism with vivid photos, Wisconsin Watch's first full-time staff photojournalist, Joe Timmerman, is embarking on self-driven photo and video essays, taking a visuals-first approach to certain stories that demand to be told in such a way. You might see Joe in your town ahead of the November election as he photographs voters and documents their perspectives. Please say hello, and if you’d like to be a part of his project, we’d love to hear from you: https://bit.ly/3XtcJ2i

The goal of Wisconsin Watch’s nonpartisan voter guide is to equip voters with the information they need to vote before or on Nov. 5. https://lnkd.in/g4nZ44qF

Stay informed about Wisconsin news while you’re on the go! ?? With so many news apps to choose from, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with an endless stream of information. Get our top stories in a quick daily dose so you can read about what matters most in our community. iOS: https://apple.co/3SoN4of Android: https://bit.ly/4droXh3

Prisoner rights advocates are calling for the creation of an independent ombudsman — as exists in other states — to investigate concerns inside prisons and to study solutions.

In the last two years, our more than 500 fact briefs stand out from other fact-checking efforts. We tackle questions that can be answered yes or no, and each brief is limited to 150 words.

There’s certainly a stupor that sets in when trying to explain why the economy is the No. 1 issue for voters at a time when most indicators — low unemployment, steady job growth, easing inflation, rising wages, declining gas prices, record stock market — suggest the economy is actually doing pretty well. But what if it’s not the economy? What if it’s something else? ?? : Joe Timmerman / Wisconsin Watch

A Wisconsin tribe built a lending empire on high-interest lending, relying on its sovereign rights to avoid state interest rate caps. A ProPublica analysis found that the tribe’s companies are mentioned frequently in personal bankruptcies and consumer complaints.

Did U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin support granting citizenship to undocumented immigrants? Republican Eric Hovde, her opponent in the upcoming election, claims Baldwin backs citizenship for millions. In this fact brief, Wisconsin Watch investigates the accuracy of Hovde's claim. Stay informed with factual, reliable journalism from Wisconsin Watch.

Vice President Kamala Harris has grown her lead over former President Donald Trump in Wisconsin following their Sept. 10 debate, according to a new Wisconsin Watch poll conducted by The MassINC Polling Group and released today. Watch the video and read the full story. https://lnkd.in/gcFnrjDK

??? Wisconsin voters, the election is just around the corner! At Wisconsin Watch, we’ve developed a 2024 Voter Guide to help you make your decision as an informed resident of Wisconsin. Whether you’ve already received your absentee ballot or you’re still navigating through all the information, our guide covers the basics you need to confidently cast your vote. The guide helps answer important questions like: ? Who can vote? ? How do you check if you’re registered? ? Can you vote by mail? ? How to find your polling place? ? Who’s running for House & Senate? ? Key election dates We’ll be continually updating it to answer your questions and guide you through what can sometimes feel like a complex process. This is just the beginning of what we’re working on—stay tuned for more! If you find this helpful, we’d love for you to check it out and consider becoming a member to support our mission and future projects. George Stanley Anna January Lauren Fuhrmann Jim Malewitz Matthew DeFour ?? Explore the guide here: https://lnkd.in/gT-bKVZR