Politics
With Trump’s Backing, Tom Tiffany Coasts To GOP Primary Win For Governor
Big money, a Trump endorsement and no serious primary fight set up Tiffany for November.
Aug 12th, 2026 by WPR Staff, Wisconsin Public Radio
Goodwin Hangs Onto Northwest Side Assembly Seat
State Rep. Antonio Goodwin narrowly defeats primary challenger on northwest side.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Despite Criticism, Challengers, Voters Keep Electing Ryan Clancy
After past clashes over Act 12 and foreign policy, the 19th District sticks with its outspoken incumbent Democrat.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Comeback Crowley Narrowly Eclipses Hong, Will Face Tiffany
From drop out to winner in three weeks.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Election Results Delayed by Download Error
'Human error' keeps entire nation waiting to see who won gubernatorial primary.
Aug 12th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Mayor Dan Bukiewicz Wins Democratic Primary for Open Assembly Seat
Bukiewicz defeats progressive David Liners in open district held by Republican since 2013.
Aug 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Rebecca Cooke Wins 3rd District Primary, Sets Up Van Orden Rematch
Backed by national Democrats and a big cash edge, Cooke prevails in a closer-than-expected race.
Aug 11th, 2026 by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner
Union-Backed Berman Emerges As Democrats’ Pick In 1st District Race
United Auto Workers and key state Democrats lined up behind the ER nurse’s winning bid.
Aug 11th, 2026 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Progressive Primary Challenger Luna Defeats Ortiz-Velez
Incumbent Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez loses primary to progressive challenger Ismael Luna.
Aug 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Crowley Makes Final Pitch to Voters Ahead of Primary Election
County Executive David Crowley and Gov. Tony Evers finish whistlestop tour with campaign event in Milwaukee.
Aug 11th, 2026 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Voters Prepare To Head To Polls As Many Still Undecided
From Milwaukee to Marathon County, anxiety and uncertainty shape Tuesday’s Democratic contest.
Aug 10th, 2026 by Corrinne Hess, Wisconsin Public Radio
Questions for Wisconsin’s Next Governor
From a $2.36 billion surplus to child care, here are issues the nominees must answer for voters.
Aug 10th, 2026 by Steven Walters
