Investigations

November 6, 2017

The Ships and Conflicts of Wilbur Ross

Six years ago, Wilbur Ross thought investing in ships would create valuable financial assets. Today, they've become risky political liabilities.

May 11, 2017

Trump's Infrastructure Projects

More than 500 infrastructure projects are pitched to President Donald Trump, who will favor private money and speed. States, unions, presidential advisers and consultants flood the White House with proposals. The president's pledge to cut regulations and his condition for funding — "If you have a job that you can't start within 90 days ... it doesn't help us" — risks leaving critical construction and repair behind.

May 5, 2017

Not Trained to Not Kill

Most states neglect ordering police to learn de-escalation tactics to avoid shootings. In 34 states, training decisions are left to local agencies. Most, though, conduct no, or very little, de-escalation training. Chiefs cite cost, lack of staff, and a belief that the training isn't needed.

November 30, 2016

Investigations

The Ships and Conflicts of Wilbur Ross

Trump's Infrastructure Projects

Not Trained to Not Kill

EPA Fracking Study

Governor's Severance Payments

Mesabi Academy