Politics
Crowley Puts Affordability First As Governor-Elect
In first appearance since election night, emphasizing 'working families and their quality of life.'
Nov 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Democratic US Reps Gwen Moore, Mark Pocan Cruised to Victory
Moore will serve for her 12th term, Pocan for his eighth term.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Ruth Conniff, Wisconsin Examiner
Tony Wied Wins Reelection in 8th Congressional District
Republican easily wins second term to Green Bay-area district.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
In 6th Congressional District, Grothman Reelected in 5-Way Contest
Veteran Republican faced Democrat, Green Party member and two independents.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
In One Meeting, Council Rejects, Then Approves Homeland Security Grant. Why?
An unusual closed session; Trump administration makes routine public safety grants a tricky issue.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
21 Election Winners and Losers
Beyond the ballots, here are the insiders, groups and trends that also won or lost.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Bruce Murphy
9 Things You Might Not Know About Gov.-Elect David Crowley
Wisconsin’s next governor has a very Milwaukee back story, complete with a football career.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Michael Alfonso Wins Northern Wisconsin District, Will Be Youngest House Rep
Republican is son-in-law to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who once held same seat.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Avery Martinez, Wisconsin Public Radio
Wisconsin Democrats Exuberant, Ride Historic Blue Wave Into Power
Democrats celebrate Crowley win and first trifecta in state government in nearly two decades.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Voters Return Fitzgerald to Congress
U.S. Rep easily wins reelection to fourth term in the House.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Trevor Jung Flips Key State Senate Seat for Democrats
Racine Democrat defeats Jim Croft to replace longtime Republican Sen. Van Wanggaard.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Democrat Mitchell Berman Defeats US Rep. Bryan Steil, Flips Wisconsin House Seat
GOP incumbent loses. Berman will be the first Democrat to serve 1st District in 3 decades.
Nov 4th, 2026 by Evan Casey, Wisconsin Public Radio
