Investigations

December 14, 2017

Psychological Evaluations of Minneapolis Police

Research shows that some psychological tests can detect which officers are mentally equipped for the responsibility of making life-and-death decisions. And yet for two decades, Minneapolis has taken an inconsistent approach to the psychological screening process, frequently changing evaluators and leaving it up to them to decide which tests to administer.

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

Psychological Evaluations of Minneapolis Police

The Ships and Conflicts of Wilbur Ross

Trump's Infrastructure Projects

Not Trained to Not Kill

EPA Fracking Study

In the Dark, Season 1

Governor's Severance Payments

Mesabi Academy