Chris ZacharJul 3, 20194 minWHY THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM SPENDS MONEY ON BILLBOARDS AND CARTOONS BUT NOT REHAB AND PROBATIONI was driving down South Avenue in La Crosse this morning when a billboard caught my eye: it advised me to know the consequences of...
Chris ZacharDec 23, 20187 minDon't fall for fake news from the La Crosse Police DepartmentOver the past few years, the La Crosse Police Department has become increasingly vocal over what it deems a “revolving door” criminal...
Chris ZacharOct 27, 201812 minWisconsin's Dumb Marijuana LawsPerhaps the oldest staple in the war on drugs is a national prohibition on the possession of marijuana. I grew up with a vilified image...
Chris ZacharSep 29, 20185 minA Quick Guide to Anonymous Tips, Confidential Informants, and Jailhouse SnitchesMany of our cases originate from an anonymous call, information provided by a police informant, or allegations from a jailhouse snitch....