Minnesota frequent offenders thrive: series results in promise of better tracking

Article Abstract:

Issues related to the investigation of repeat criminal offenders in Minnesota by a reporter from The Star Tribune are examined, focusing on the fact that unless repeat offenders commit heinous crimes they may often be on release from jail and part of the probation system. Topics include the databases compiled by the reporters; lack of public probation data in some areas; and the decision by the criminal justice system, after the story was published, to create better methods to track criminals.

Minnesota, Media coverage, Criminals, Recidivists

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Animal underworld: tracking the trades

Article Abstract:

Issues related to a newspaper story on the underground trade of wild animals are examined, focusing on the techniques used to track the sale of animals across state lines and the kinds of animals involved in underground trade.

Marketing, Animals, Captive wild animals

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Daycare demons

Article Abstract:

A journalist describes his efforts to investigate abuses at child care centers in New York. Regulations have improved since the articles appeared, but more steps are likely needed to ensure the safety of children in day care.

Analysis, Investigations, Cover Story, Social policy, New York, Day care centers

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