Wisconsin Watch, the news arm of the nonpartisan, nonprofit Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism, increases the quality and quantity of investigative reporting in Wisconsin, while training current and future investigative journalists. Its work fosters an informed citizenry and strengthens democracy.
Recent Fact Briefs from Wisconsin Watch
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Is Wisconsin’s minimum wage in 2026 the same as it was in 2009?
Hope Karnopp / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
yes
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Did compensation for the CEO of Wisconsin’s largest utility company triple in five years to $12 million?
Tom Kertscher / Wisconsin Watch
no
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Does the 2026 US Farm bill ban products sold by Wisconsin THC and hemp businesses?
Laura Schulte / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
yes
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Did Rebecca Cooke serve as a political consultant for Kirk Bangstad?
Laura Schulte / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
yes
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Does incarcerating someone in a Wisconsin prison for a year cost more than annual state technical school tuition?
Matthew DeFour / Wisconsin Watch
yes
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Is golf ball-sized hail expected to increase due to climate change?
Matthew DeFour / Wisconsin Watch
yes