11 investigations that show why public records are so important

Test image to test uploading to new SKYWRIGHTER desk in SCC.

Credit: Teesha McClam

Credit: Teesha McClam

Test image to test uploading to new SKYWRIGHTER desk in SCC.
NATIONAL SUNSHINE WEEK
By and Lynn Hulsey
March 15, 2017
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This is National Sunshine Week, which puts a spotlight on the importance of the public having access to records and information illustrating how critical policy decisions are made at all levels of government.

We also think it is a good time to showcase the various ways our reporters keep you informed about the issues you care about.

As a recent Quinnipiac poll found, 90 percent of American voters say it's important "that the news media hold public officials accountable."

Our reporters do that every day.

Here are 11 recent stories made possible with public records:

ExploreCampus sex assaults: Many incidents reported, no prison time
ExploreJustice in the Jailhouse: Lawsuits, accusations plague county jails in the region
ExploreEpidemic fears follow parents’ refusal to vaccinate
ExploreLax rules, missing information put nursing home residents at risk
ExploreState treasurer defends spending $1.84M in public money on TV ads
ExploreMoney, power flows to secretive group
ExploreToxic chemical risks hidden from public
ExploreHefty pensions await fired cops
ExploreI-Team analysis: Deportations dropped in Ohio under Obama; here’s why
ExploreSuspended WSU employees tied to IT contract
ExploreRecords: 8th District candidate was past due on child support payments

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