Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: The Journal Times Entry Title: The City of Racine's six-figure battle over a PowerPoint Entry Credit: Adam Rogan Judge Comment: Fascinating story that is very well written by the reporter. Great writing and investigation.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: The Journal Times Entry Title: Reporting on local government: Burlington Entry Credit: Scott Williams Judge Comment: Really well-written stories. The writing is just as intriguing as the subject matter. The ledes are excellent.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: The Cap Times Entry Title: Delays in Dane County’s emergency rental assistance program leave some residents in need, Madison announces fire chief finalists, but says they can’t talk to media, Seeking shelter: Service gaps remain in Madison's help for homeless Entry Credit: Allison Garfield Judge Comment: Excellent first story that gives really personal portrayals of interview subjects in addition to easy-to-understand explanations of government bureaucracy and processes. Really interesting second story that tackles questions of secrecy and lack of openness by local government. Great third story that puts a human face on an important issue.
Place Name: Honorable Mention Contestant Name: The Journal Times Entry Title: Reporting on Local Government: City of Racine Entry Credit: Dee Hölzel Judge Comment: Really interesting stories well-written and reported. I found the first story especially compelling.
