Past raises haven’t fully solved Wisconsin prison staffing problems

Following initial progress, staffing vacancies are again rising in Wisconsin prisons. Improving training, safety and workplace culture would help retain officers, some say.

Mario Koran / Wisconsin Watch

Jul 11, 2025, 2:15 PM CST

Mario Koran

Mario Koran is an investigative reporter based in Milwaukee. His work has appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, Voice of San Diego and Wisconsin Watch. He’s a Wisconsin native and a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison.