Winner – Minneapolis Star Tribune: Legal war engulfs 3M device
- Contributor – Joe Carlson
- Judges’ Comments – The Star Tribune’s story on the legal war over a 3M hospital device was compelling and informative, shining a light on an important medical issue that’s not widely known. Judges were impressed by the colorful interviews with the device’s founder, clear and concise explanations of technical material and an excellent explanatory graphic.
Honorable Mention – Forbes.com: Wilbur Ross series
- Contributor – Dan Alexander
- Judges’ Comments – These stories pull back the curtain on Wilbur Ross, the commerce secretary, and his business dealings. Impeccable care is shown in searching court records and gaining hard-to-get interviews.
