Ethics Commission, DOJ spar over Doe leak report

The state Ethics Commission Tuesday countered DOJ’s investigation into leaks from the John Doe probes, saying the report failed to accurately describe the agency’s efforts to cooperate or the steps it took to secure records after replacing the GAB. But

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Linda S. Janes: How Gov. Scott Walker can reform Wisconsin’s youth prisons

The recent injunction at Lincoln Hills creates an opportunity for change. The job isn’t easy, and the state must support the facilities by ensuring that they have the resources, training and guidance to do the job right. By taking advantage of this moment and relying on data and research-based solutions, the administration can transform the facility to a healthier, safer environment for all youth and staff.

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Ethics Commission, DOJ spar over Doe leak report

The state Ethics Commission Tuesday countered DOJ’s investigation into leaks from the John Doe probes, saying the report failed to accurately describe the agency’s efforts to cooperate or the steps it took to secure records after replacing the GAB. But AG Brad Schimel fired back, saying questions the Ethics Commission

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TUE PM Update: Ethics Commission, DOJ spar over Doe leak report

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — The state Ethics Commission today countered DOJ’s investigation into leaks from the John Doe probes, saying the report failed to accurately describe the agency’s efforts to cooperate or the steps it took to secure records after replacing the GAB. But AG Brad

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Linda S. Janes: How Gov. Scott Walker can reform Wisconsin’s youth prisons

The recent injunction at Lincoln Hills creates an opportunity for change. The job isn’t easy, and the state must support the facilities by ensuring that they have the resources, training and guidance to do the job right. By taking advantage of this moment and relying on data and research-based solutions, the administration can transform the facility to a healthier, safer environment for all youth and staff.

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TUE News Summary: Walker signs mining bill; Eau Claire guv’s race forum; Zepnick draws primary challenge

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers **************************************** Dec. 19: WisPolitics Luncheon with Senate candidate Leah Vukmir Join WisPolitics.com for lunch at the Madison Club, 5 East Wilson St., Madison, on Tuesday Dec. 19 with U.S. Senate candidate Leah Vukmir, a Brookfield Republican state senator. Check-in and lunch begins at 11:30 a.m., with

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TUE AM Update: Finance reports in for special elections; Elections Commission to hear report on impact of voter ID

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers Advertisement The Madison Club From WisPolitics.com … — Shannon Zimmerman has so far largely self-funded his campaign for western Wisconsin’s open 10th SD, helping him top fellow GOP state Rep. Adam Jarchow in the pre-primary period, according to reports filed with the Ethics Commission. Zimmerman, R-River

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