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Crowley, Tiffany Clash In Lone Governor Debate As Trump Looms Large

Candidates spar over taxes, transportation, abortion and 2020 election.

Cooke, Van Orden Fiercely Opposed in Debate for 3rd District House Seat

Cooke says she backs an 'America first agenda.' Van Orden offers her a MAGA hat.

Mayor, Congresswoman Moore Stump for Crowley As Early Voting Begins

'We need to make sure people feel comfortable going out to cast their ballot.'

Kaul, Toney Battle in Rematch for Attorney General

Their biggest of many disagreements: Kaul's lawsuits challenging Trump administration.

Wisconsin Voters Hate Data Centers, But May Not Affect Election

Strong bipartisan opposition across state though only 5% in polls say it's a top issue.

The Slippery Ethics of Bob Donovan

Shadowed by questions, the Assembly Republican and former alderman keeps winning.

6 Districts Will Decide Which Party Controls Wisconsin Assembly

Republicans have had a majority since 2011. Democrats must flip 5 seats to take control.

11 Claims About the Candidates for WI Governor — And the Facts

With candidates debate coming soon, lots of false claims being made.

In Wisconsin’s 1st District, After Easy Wins, Steil Faces Tough Challenge

Former corporate lawyer faces attacks on his record by ER nurse Mitchell Berman.

Gov. Evers Blasts Trump Administration for Jeopardizing Millions of Dollars in Support for Wisconsin Dairy Farmers, Cheesemakers, and Processors

Governor demands immediate withdrawal of sudden arbitrary USDA change to Dairy Business Innovation Initiative, emphasizes negative impact on America’s Dairyland

Democrats Outraise GOP Incumbents in Two Key Wisconsin House Districts

Reps Van Orden and Steil face stiff opposition from Cooke and Berman in 3rd and 1st districts.

Republican Incumbent Tony Wied Faces Challenger in 8th Congressional District

Democratic Army veteran Rick Crosson ties Wied to Trump and stock trading.

Elections Commission Says Federal Agents Should Not Be at Polling Places

Commission adopts guidance for local clerks: call lawyers if federal agents show up on election day.

Tom Tiffany Loves Trump

His love fest with the president now haunts his run for governor.

Brett Favre, Tom Tiffany And The Battle For Waukesha County

At a Hunter Nation rally, Republicans lean on celebrity, culture wars and hunting issues to boost turnout.

Can Fred Clark Flip Wisconsin’s Deep-Red 7th Congressional District?

The former legislator bets on cross-party appeal against Trump-endorsed Michael Alfonso in a longtime GOP seat.

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Ends Fiscal Year With $3.3 Billion Balance, Record-High $2.1 Billion ‘Rainy Day’ Fund

Despite continued national economic turbulence, Wisconsin maintains strong fiscal position, reaching seven consecutive years of record-high General Fund balances during Gov. Evers’ tenure

The Crowley-Godlewski Campaign Announces Statewide “Let’s Get to Work, Wisconsin!” Bus Tour

Absentee Ballots Mailed to Wisconsin Clerks Down 30% Compared to 2022

Officials cite loss of faith in U.S. Postal Service. In-person absentee voting expected to rise.

Cooke Seeks Rural Votes to Flip Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District

Trump administration policies have made it harder for incumbent Rep. Van Orden.

Republican US Rep. Glenn Grothman, 71, Faces Three Opponents

Democrat Brad Smith says it's time for a 'new voice' in race for 6th Congressional District.

Just How Conservative Is Tom Tiffany?

A consistent record — with a nasty edge —in state and federal politics.

Gov. Evers Blasts Trump Administration for Leaving Behind Several Northern Wisconsin in Drought Disaster Declaration, Demands Correction

Governor demands more Wisconsin counties be designated as suffering from severe drought in order to receive federal support after Trump Administration inexplicably leaves off impacted and eligible Northern Wisconsin counties

Top Republican Has Turned on Donald Trump

R.J. Johnson, longtime Republican consultant, condemns raid on Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home.

Will Fox Valley Voters Disappoint Democrats?

Often critical in deciding state elections, it's swung for Republicans in last 20 years.

Wisconsin Democrats Sue Trump Over Alleged Tax-Funded Campaign Ads

Federal suit says millions in Homeland Security money were diverted to partisan TV spots before midterms.

Republicans Move To Repeal Data Center Tax Break They Once Championed

New bill would scrap a lucrative incentive for data centers that GOP lawmakers pushed into prior budget.

Obama Endorses David Crowley In Governor’s Race

Former president backs Milwaukee County executive less than a month before Election Day.

For Wisconsin Families, Affordability Trumps All In Governor’s Race

With tariffs, war and high energy costs in the background, candidates spar over state-level relief plans.

Clark, Alfonso Clash Over MAGA Agenda In 7th District Debate

Northwoods candidates spar on Trump tariffs, schools, Line 5 and Middle East wars in Duluth forum.

Trump Awards $17.9 Million Relief for Wisconsin’s Tornado, Storm Damage

President doesn't mention Gov. Evers request but praises Tom Tiffany.

Two Wisconsin Sheriff Races Raise Issue of ICE Arrests

Democratic candidates want less cooperation with ICE than Republicans.

Baldwin Blasts Trump Admin for Slashing $11 Million in Rural Housing Funding for Wisconsin

Wisconsin received 85% less in funding for rural home loans this year, only $2 million this year compared to an average of $13.1 million in previous years

Will Voters Reject Three Constitutional Amendments?

Republicans seek three amendments. Voters have rejected only one in past 30 years.

Diane Hendricks Fuels GOP Cash Edge In Fight For Wisconsin Legislature

Nearly $8 million from the Beloit billionaire helps Republicans dominate fall fundraising and spending reports.

Trump Funding Freeze Leaves Wisconsin Kids In ICE Courts Without Lawyers

UW clinic loses planned federal support for legal aid to detained children under 12 facing deportation.

At Great Lakes Ports, Steel Is Slowing Even As Trump Hails A Comeback

Ports report double-digit drops in steel shipments while the White House touts new plants and tougher import tariffs.

David Crowley Slams MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany for Trying to Sell Wisconsin’s Governor’s Office to Highest Bidder

AG Candidate Eric Toney Accepts Police Endorsement in Milwaukee

Toney also slammed his opponent over state crime lab delays.

MAGA Billionaires Are Trying to Buy Wisconsin

Two billionaire families account for nearly nine out of every ten dollars to Wisconsin Republicans in latest campaign finance filings – and over $79 million total this cycle

Crowley Holds Slim Edge Over Tiffany In New Marquette Poll

Survey shows governor’s race within margin of error as independents drift to undecided.

Derrick Van Orden Remains Unapologetically in Line With Increasingly Unpopular President Donald Trump

Gas Tax Holidays Sweep States, But Not Wisconsin

Indiana, Georgia and Ohio move to suspend fuel taxes while Wisconsin holds firm at 30.9 cents a gallon.

$21 Billion At Stake As Invasive Carp Barrier Sits In Limbo, Democrats Warn

Fishing and boating industries could be hit hard if carp breach the Chicago waterway and reach Lake Michigan, advocates say.

Milwaukee Hosting International G20 Trade Meeting

Labor unions and free-trade critics respond to global trade leaders visit to Milwaukee.

How These Low-Profile Wisconsin Races Could Reshape State Government

From election oversight to fiscal watchdog plans, candidates want more from treasurer and secretary of state offices.

Another Inmate Charged With Witness Intimidation Using Jail Tablet

After becoming issue in governor's race, tablets again involved in witness intimidation.

Cook Political Report Moves WI-01 Closer to Dems

Tom Tiffany Campaign Blocks Journal Sentinel Reporter From Event

Move against veteran reporter in Milwaukee follows Trump ban on national outlets at White House.

Francesca Hong Hits The Road To Boost David Crowley And Democrats

After a razor-thin primary loss, Hong launches a statewide tour to rally her base for November.

Immigration Crackdowns Deepen Wisconsin’s Caregiver Crisis

Refugee and TPS cuts under Trump have halted overseas hiring and forced some long-term care beds to close.

Wolf Delisting Fight Puts Wisconsin Governor’s Race In The Crosshairs

Trump’s push to remove protections would hand wolf policy power to whoever wins in November.

Tiffany Says End Iran War, But His Votes Tell A Different Story

Republican backs Trump’s war powers while distancing himself from gas price backlash on the trail.

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Becomes a Top 10 U.S. Food, Forestry, and AG Exporter Under Evers Administration

Governor warns Wisconsinites that reckless Trump and Republican trade wars and tariff taxes could cause state success to backslide, slams Congressional Republicans for continued inaction

Baldwin Calls Out Republicans for Refusing to Act on AI, Demands Congress Protect Families and Workers

Baldwin Raises Alarms on White House Further Politicizing NIH’s Lifesaving Research

Tiffany Vows More State Audits In Bid For Governor

Republican candidate touts Taxpayer Accountability Plan and more auditors for state government.

No Need To Pretend; Trump Is On The Ballot

One candidate embodies his policies, another his personality.

Trump ICE Plan Would Sweep Up Wisconsin Voter Data

Homeland Security eyes full voter rolls as legal experts warn of privacy law violations.

How Successful Has The Trump Economy Been in Creating Jobs?

Graphs of jobs, labor force and manufacturing tell a different story than the campaign speeches do.

Republicans Scramble to Save Steil

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Statement on the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026

Gov. Evers Requests Small Business Administration Rapid Disaster Declaration for Winnebago County After Severe July Storms

Gov. Evers Celebrates Order Reversing Trump Administration Decision to Raise Energy Costs for Wisconsinites by Forcing Coal Plants to Stay Online

Governor spent months advocating against the Trump Administration to reverse Trump directive requiring coal plants to stay open past their useful life, which was expected to raise energy costs for Wisconsin working families

SCOTUS Blocks Mail Voting Shift, But Federal Scrutiny of Wisconsin Persists

Absentee rules stay the same, even as DOJ and DHS press for state voter data and records.

National Democrats Boost Berman In Bid To Unseat Rep. Bryan Steil

ER nurse added to DCCC Red to Blue program in Wisconsin’s 1st District race.

As David Crowley Proposes Gas Markup Repeal, Tom Tiffany’s Unaffordable Agenda Causes Diesel Prices to Hit Record High in Wisconsin

Kenosha DA’s Law License Reinstated

Xavier Solis is being investigated by Wisconsin’s Office of Lawyer Regulation.

DCCC Adds Mitchell Berman to ‘Red to Blue’ Program to Flip Wisconsin’s First Congressional District

$5,000 For Every Adult? Trump Pitch Divides Wisconsin Delegation

Tiffany and Van Orden praise the idea, while Baldwin and others call it a gimmick and a bribe.

Sheriff Denita Ball Tries To Set Record Straight on Jail Tablets

Sheriff Ball caught in crossfire of Tiffany's attacks on Crowley in governor's race.

Diesel Prices Hit Record High of $6 Nationally Courtesy of Tom Tiffany and Donald Trump’s Unaffordable MAGA Agenda

The diesel price record comes as Tiffany chickened out of doing more than one debate.

The Truth About Tom Tiffany’s Record on Data Centers and the Environment

Wisconsin Conservation Voters IEC launches $2 million fall program to defeat Tom Tiffany and win a pro-conservation trifecta

Van Orden Touts Trump Health Care Agenda At GOP Midterm Convention

Republican credits Trump for rural hospital funding as Democrats dispute his claims.

Baldwin Urges Supreme Court to Block Trump’s Effort to Restrict Mail-in Voting

Don Quixote Takes On Derrick Van Orden

Conservative pundit James Wigderson is threatened by Wisconsin congressman.

Despite Trump’s Concerns, Absentee Ballots on Their Way to WI Voters

Trump asks Supreme Court to back postal restrictions but 50,000 ballots are in the mail.

42 More Fast Charging EV Stations Coming to Wisconsin

Evers hails victory as federal judge unlocks $25 million withheld by Trump administration.

Tiffany Attacks Crowley for Tablets Given to Jail Inmates

But policy is set by sheriff and judges. Meanwhile, Tiffany punts on pardons for Jan 6 rioters.

Baldwin Calls Out Trump’s Trade War With Canada as Tariffs Hit Wisconsin Dairy, Paper

50% tariffs on paper and dairy and 25% tariffs on cheese go into effect today

Read: Gov. Evers Slams Wisconsin Republicans in Congress for Repeatedly Caving on President Trump’s Erratic Tariffs, Enabling Latest Reckless Trade War With Wisconsin’s Largest Export Partner as Retaliatory Tariffs Take Effect

As retaliatory tariffs go into effect today that are expected to send costs skyrocketing, Gov. Evers blasts Wisconsin Republicans in Congress for voting in lockstep with President Trump on his disastrous economic policies and enabling chaotic trade wars that are hurting Wisconsin farmers, producers, manufacturers, and working families

Wisconsin Republicans Are Heading to a ‘Midterm Convention.’ Why?

'It’s a top-down, Trump White House-driven event.' Other Republicans in state will skip event

Democrats Fire Up Western Wisconsin Voters for November Election

David Crowley, other Democrats make their pitches at party's annual corn roast in La Crosse.

ICE Arrests in Wisconsin Hit New Highs This Summer

Arrests are concentrated in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin.

Milwaukee Mitchell Awarded $14.4 Million Federal Grant

Trump administration celebrates grants from Biden-era program.

Ahead Of Labor Day, Unions Back Crowley Over Tiffany

Education, health care and service unions cite Act 10, wages and school vouchers.

Feds Pull Accreditation From Wisconsin CDL Schools in English Rules Sweep

DOT says three Wisconsin programs are among 111 decertified for lax language and training standards.

Council Says Mayor’s Flock Changes Don’t Settle Debate

Plus: The county is addressing its own use, and Tom Tiffany tries to make it an issue in the gubernatorial race.

Wisconsin Farm Bureau Criticizes Trump Beef Import Plan

Plan to import 300,000 tons of beef ‘certainly hurts our farmers.’

Federal Government Launching Voter Fraud Probe in Wisconsin?

Investigative 'surge' planned in 9 states as November midterms approach, CNN reports.

Rep. Fitzgerald’s NDO Fairness Act Passes House of Representatives

It’s Been a Hot Summer for News

An insider's take on Canadian tariffs and Wisconsin, Elon Musk and elections.

Gov. Evers Blasts President Trump, Republicans in Congress for Sky-High Costs as Kids and Families Head Back to School

Table of 2026 Price Hikes for Back-to-School Supplies by product (left), Table of 2026 Price Hikes for Popular School Lunch Items (right) as provided by the Century Foundation and Groundwork Collaborative

Tiffany Splits with Trump on Renaming Lake Ontario

Crowley says new round of tariffs on Canada would hurt Wisconsin farmers.

Wisconsin Department of Justice Secures Court Order Temporarily Blocking Key Parts of Postal Service’s Unlawful Mail Voting Rule

Judge Issues Temporary Restraining Order to Block Key Parts of Rule from Taking Effect

MAGA Election Denier Joins MAGA Election Denier on Republican Ticket for Statewide Offices

AI Deepfakes Hit Wisconsin’s Most Competitive Congressional Race

An AI-crafted “anointed” candidate video fuels a broader debate over deception and free speech in campaigns.