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Why Milwaukee Elections Are Always Viewed With Suspicion
A 'punching bag' for outstate Republican legislators?
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Alexander Shur
More Names Surface in Governor’s Race
And a new poll suggests another Democrat should consider getting in.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Republican Rep. Scott Krug Seeks Compromise on State Election Policies
Veteran lawmaker hopes to quiet the conspiracy theories and rebuild public faith.
Sep 24th, 2025 by Alexander Shur
What Makes Sarah Godlewski Run?
In 4 years the Democrat has run for or held 5 different positions.
Sep 10th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
The Year’s Most Popular Urban Milwaukee Stories
Frankly, we're surprised by which stories made the Top 10. You may be, too.
Dec 30th, 2024 by Urban Milwaukee
Top 10 News Stories of 2024
Oh what a year it was. Here are the top 10 news stories, plus honorable mentions.
Dec 30th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Outside Liberal Groups Outspent GOP 10-1 Yet Van Orden Still Won
Democrat Rebecca Cooke still lost to western Wisconsin Rep. Derrick Van Orden.
Dec 29th, 2024 by Peter Cameron
Eric Hovde Concedes US Senate Race to Tammy Baldwin
After making unfounded claims about election results Republican concedes.
Nov 18th, 2024 by Rich Kremer and Shawn Johnson
Pushback Grows On Hovde’s Refusal To Concede
Republican U.S. Senate candidate even said he lost, but won't concede to Baldwin.
Nov 15th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Hovde Tells Talk Radio Host He Lost
But Republican Senate candidate won't concede race. Bipartisan group criticizes him.
Nov 13th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Hovde Won’t Concede, Offers Baseless Election Fraud Charges
Republican Senate candidate attacks Milwaukee results and casts doubts on recounts.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump Made Big Gains on Wisconsin’s College Campuses
2024 election data shows the youngest wards shifted strongly towards Republicans.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Nick Rommel
Women Lead Democratic Gains in Legislature
Wisconsin voters rejected Kamala Harris but back many other women for office.
Nov 11th, 2024 by Steven Walters
With Milwaukee Absentees, Baldwin Narrowly Edges Hovde
Race appears headed for a potential recount.
Nov 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Evers, Baldwin Tour Milwaukee and Madison
Democratic governor and senator visit key sites to energize voters on Election Day.
Nov 5th, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
In Final Wisconsin Appearance, Walz Touts His Small Town Roots
Campaign still trying to find that final undecided voter, boost turnout.
Nov 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
‘Values Matter, Character Matters,’ Says Obama in Last-Minute Push For Harris
Former president Barack Obama attacks Trump, praises Harris in Miwaukee appearance.
Nov 3rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Trump Tells Voters in Milwaukee He Doesn’t Want Their Money, ‘I Want Your Damn Vote’
In another digressive speech, Trump attacks his enemies and offers lofty promises to his supporters.
Nov 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Harris Turns To Hip Hop Artists In Last-Minute Push To Boost Turnout
State Fair Park rally features vice president, Cardi B and actor Keegan-Michael Key.
Nov 1st, 2024 by Sophie Bolich
Harris, Trump Court Voters, Turnout in Dueling Wisconsin Rallies Wednesday
Harris in Madison, Trump in Green Bay . They'll do it again Friday in Milwaukee.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Joe Schulz, Anna Marie Yanny, and Nick Rommel
Harris and Trump Within Margin of Error in Final Marquette Poll
Survey of likely Wisconsin voters shows Baldwin leading Hovde by 2 points.
Oct 31st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Trans-Rights Advocates Say Hovde, Trump Ads Are ‘Dehumanizing’
Candidates have attacked opponents' support of access to gender-affirming medical care, allowing transgender women and girls to compete in sports
Oct 28th, 2024 by Beatrice Lawrence
Obama, Walz Rally Early Voters in Madison
With two weeks before the big day, early voting started Tuesday in Wisconsin.
Oct 23rd, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk, Anna Marie Yanny, and Nick Rommel
A Guide To Early Voting in Milwaukee
Early voting begins Tuesday and runs through Nov. 3.
Oct 21st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Vance Courts Catholic Voters in Waukesha Stop
Vance talks abortion, inflation in stop at Waukesha airport.
Oct 21st, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Tammy Baldwin, Eric Hovde Get Personal During Sole Debate
While staking their positions on issues from abortion, to immigration and foreign policy, the candidates also went after each other.
Oct 20th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Hovde Pours $7 Million More Into His Campaign
But Baldwin has still outraised her Republican challenger.
Oct 17th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
‘Black Voters Matter’ Campaign Focuses on MATC Students
'We Fight Back' campaign spends weekend in Milwaukee.
Oct 14th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
1,500 Miles From Border, Immigration a Top GOP Issue in Wisconsin
Trump has promised to crack down on immigration during Wisconsin campaign stops.
Oct 14th, 2024 by Sarah Lehr
The ‘Secret Sauce’ That Could Reelect Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Incumbent finds voters in parts of Wisconsin that reject other Democrats.
Oct 9th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Republican US Senate Challenger Eric Hovde Says He Has the Momentum
He's trailed Democratic Baldwin in nearly all polls. But the race may be tightening.
Oct 9th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Trailing in Polls, Hovde, Republicans Hope For ‘Change Election’
A close examination of the campaign strategies for Wisconsin's high-profile U.S. Senate race.
Oct 3rd, 2024 by Jack Kelly
New Poll Shows Harris Maintains 4% Lead Over Trump in Wisconsin
MU poll also finds US Senator Tammy Baldwin expands lead over Eric Hovde.
Oct 2nd, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Democrats Target Rep. Novak in New District
Remapped Assembly district is 55% Democrat. But incumbent Republican is running hard.
Sep 30th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Sen. Tammy Baldwin, Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro Campaign in Rural Wisconsin
Democrats can win in rural counties, 'but you have to work at it.'
Sep 23rd, 2024 by Ruth Conniff
10,500 Attend Harris Rally In Madison
Democratic presidential candidate emphasizes abortion in speech.
Sep 22nd, 2024 by Anna Marie Yanny and Anya van Wagtendonk
Baldwin Bill Allow Disaster Relief Loans for Lack of Snow
Wisconsin's tourism industry hurt by unusually warm winters. SBA loans could help.
Sep 16th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Marquette Poll Shows Harris Up, at 52% to 48% for Trump
Poll taken after both conventions shows Democrat ahead in key state of Wisconsin.
Sep 11th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Is Eric Hovde a Self-Made Man?
Mega-wealthy Republican candidate for US Senate says he rose from nothing.
Sep 10th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Trump Speaks in Rural Wisconsin on Saturday, Pushes Early Voting
Two-hour speech at airport in Mosinee offers false claims about his criminal cases.
Sep 8th, 2024 by Rob Mentzer
Vance, Republicans Push Public Safety at Site of 2020 Kenosha Protest
And Kenosha police union endorses Trump ticket, following lead of Milwaukee police.
Aug 21st, 2024 by Henry Redman
Hovde, Trailing in Polls, Calls For More Debates with Baldwin
Now officially the GOP Senate nominee, Hovde stands by his decision to file defamation lawsuit.
Aug 15th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
Eric Hovde Easily Wins Wisconsin’s Republican US Senate Primary
Hovde crushes Rejani Raveendran and Charles Barman in low-key GOP primary.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Hovde Files Defamation Suit Over Attack Ad
Attorneys urge TV stations to stop running ad, but expert says such suits rarely succeed.
Aug 12th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Has A Little-Known GOP Primary for U.S. Senate Tuesday
While focus has been on the November general election, Eric Hovde faces a low-key primary challenge from Rejani Raveendran and Charles Barman.
Aug 10th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
What Tuesday’s Election Tells Us
Two cynical structured and timed amendments and one race for Waukesha County DA that ignores actual data.
Aug 8th, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Baldwin Outraises Hovde in Wisconsin US Senate Race
Far behind in fundraising, Hovde has used $13 million in personal loans to keep up.
Aug 3rd, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Hovde Blasted for ‘Bigoted’ Comments on Black Men
GOP US Senate candidate says Black men have lived on ‘handouts’ and ‘welfare checks.'
Aug 1st, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Can Kamala Harris Win Wisconsin?
State Democratic chair explains why Mandela Barnes lost and Harris can win.
Jul 29th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Kamala Harris Visits Milwaukee
The new Democratic choice for president mixes a vision statement with attacks on Trump in speech to packed West Allis Central gymnasium.
Jul 23rd, 2024 by Sophie Bolich and Jeramey Jannene
Hovde Plays MAGA Hits in RNC Speech
GOP senate hopeful bashed President Biden, his opponent Sen. Tammy Baldwin, drug cartels and the media.
Jul 17th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
‘I’m Staying in the Race’ Says Biden At Madison Rally
Biden's fifth visit to Wisconsin this year comes on critical weekend for his campaign
Jul 5th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
Biden, Trump Tied in Wisconsin in New Marquette Poll
Baldwin leads Hovde by at least five points in U.S. Senate race.
Jun 26th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
In Racine Trump Blasts Immigration, Economy, Declares ‘I Love Milwaukee’
Denying his 'horrible city' comment and changing plan to stay in Chicago for RNC.
Jun 19th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Wisconsin Democrats Rally Around High Stakes 2024 Election
But state convention shows division, protest against Baldwin on Israel-Palestine issue.
Jun 10th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Healthcare Is Huge in Presidential Race
How Trump’s vow to overturn the ACA could damage Wisconsin and the nation.
Jun 4th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Illinois Governor is Headliner at Wisconsin Democratic Party Convention
JB Pritzker will give the keynote address in Milwaukee next weekend.
May 31st, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Ron Johnson’s Curious Stand on Abortion
Pleading for Republican unity on an issue that's a loser for the party.
May 28th, 2024 by Steven Walters
Hovde Says 12-14 Week Abortion Ban a ‘Reasonable Time Range’
Republican's approach condemned by his opponent, Democratic US Sen. Tammy Baldwin.
May 21st, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Ron Johnson Calls on GOP to Set Aside ‘Squabbles’ on Abortion
Republicans at annual convention endorse Hovde, worry about new legislative maps.
May 20th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Latest Polling Shows Baldwin Leading Hovde
A Quinnipiac poll shows Baldwin leading Hovde by 12 points among registered voters
May 10th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Cowboy Hovde Hurting Candidate Hovde?
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde might want to get off the range.
May 8th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Eric Hovde’s Brother Gives $1 Million to Group Attacking Tammy Baldwin
Steven Hovde supporting Super PAC running digital ads slamming US Sen. Baldwin.
Apr 24th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Eric Hovde Has Another Bad Week
Even the good news was an issue for Republican candidate for U.S. Senate.
Apr 22nd, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Trump, Baldwin Narrowly Ahead In Marquette Poll of State
7 months before election Baldwin leads Hovde by 5 points, Trump leads Biden by 2 points.
Apr 17th, 2024 by Shawn Johnson
Eric Hovde Loans His Campaign $8 Million to Oppose Tammy Baldwin
Republican seeking to unseat Sen. Baldwin is latest state candidate to self-fund.
Apr 17th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Eric Hovde Says Most Nursing Home Residents Not ‘At a Point to Vote’
GOP senate candidate echoes Trump's unproven claim of 'crooked' votes in 2020 election.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Hovde Faces Minimal Competition For Republican Senate Nomination
An endorsement by former President Donald Trump could reduce the chances of a primary challenge.
Apr 4th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk and Shawn Johnson
Baldwin and Hovde Using Drastically Different Strategies To Win Votes
Baldwin goes "hyper local," while Hovde pushes national issues.
Mar 29th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
How Hovde Evaded Federal Taxes
He has said he wants to stop what the companies he invested in did: paying zero federal taxes on investments.
Mar 18th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
At Waukesha Visit, Jill Biden Calls Trump ‘Dangerous to Women’
First Lady discussed abortion rights on her fourth visit to the state since August.
Mar 4th, 2024 by Evan Casey
Can Hovde Beat Baldwin?
Polls suggest Tammy Baldwin is beatable. But Hovde seems to be floundering for a way to do it.
Feb 26th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
How Healthy Is The Wisconsin Economy?
Poll reveals Republicans higher on Wisconsin than U.S., but what do economic indicators say?
Feb 21st, 2024 by Bruce Thompson
Hovde Enters Senate Race Against Baldwin
Hovde’s announcement focused on the economy, crime, the border. Dems already attacking him for California conmections.
Feb 20th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
Even Republicans Praise Tammy Baldwin
Democrat’s ability to court rural vote wins grudging respect — and fear.
Feb 8th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Trump, Biden Tied in Wisconsin
Marquette poll finds neck-and-neck race nine months before election.
Feb 7th, 2024 by Rich Kremer
Tammy Baldwin Could Still Face 2024 Challenger, Party Leaders Say
They point to Ron Johnson's surprise run in 2010. GOP hopes for well-funded challenger.
Nov 20th, 2023 by Robert D'Andrea
40-Year-Old Stevens Point Student Is First Republican To Challenge Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Announcement comes after representatives Tiffany and Gallagher said they were out.
Aug 9th, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Rep. Tom Tiffany Won’t Challenge Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Republican field for fall 2024 race is wide open as more candidates opt out.
Aug 1st, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Republicans Discuss Unity, Abortion at State Convention
"This is not your pop's Republican Party. We've got tattoos, piercings."
Jun 19th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Gallagher Won’t Challenge Baldwin for US Senate
A blow to GOP leaders who saw congressman as best shot to defeat Democrat in 2024.
Jun 10th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Tammy Baldwin Will Run for Reelection
Incumbent Democratic U.S. Senator makes it official, she will seek third term.
Apr 12th, 2023 by Shawn Johnson
Primary Winners Rely on Certain Counties
Of state's 72 counties a small number provide majority of statewide vote.
May 9th, 2022 by Steven Walters
Madison Company Buys Third Ward Block
Plus: Recapping a flurry of real estate stories in the past week.
Apr 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
State Rep. Timothy Ramthun Running for Governor
Ramthun gained national attention when he tried to decertify the 2020 election results.
Feb 10th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Primary For Governor Continues Century-Old Reform
This was the first state to hold primary elections. Kleefisch vs. Nicholson is latest example.
Jan 31st, 2022 by Steven Walters
Nicholson Enters Race For Governor
Will face Kleefisch in Republican primary. He called her ‘dumb as a bag of hammers.’
Jan 28th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
Sean Duffy Won’t Run For Governor
Former President Donald Trump urged the former congressman to run.
Jan 7th, 2022 by Shawn Johnson
2022 Race for Governor Taking Shape
Kleefisch the Republican frontrunner. But a Trump-backed candidate could shake up campaign.
Nov 8th, 2021 by Laurel White
How Republicans Became Anti-Train
The politics of resentment replaced business-oriented development, as Tommy Thompson would learn. Part 8 of series.
Nov 15th, 2019 by Bridgit Bowden and Shawn Johnson
Ron Johnson To The Rescue?
His attempt to bring peace between Vukmir and Nicholson backers is welcome.
Jul 21st, 2018 by George Mitchell
Richard Uihlein, GOP Kingmaker
Should one billionaire dictate the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate?
Aug 17th, 2017 by Bruce Murphy
Who Are Donors in Superintendent Race?
Evers backed by unions, Democrats, his opponents by Republicans.
Feb 21st, 2017 by Matt Rothschild
11 Predictions for 2017 Politics
Scott Fitzgerald gets Trump appointment, redistricting is upheld and more.
Jan 2nd, 2017 by Steven Walters
Pols Raise Cash Behind Closed Doors
Both parties have ever-more secret fundraisers attended by lobbyists and insiders who influence state policy.
Oct 15th, 2014 by Bill Lueders
Is Zamarripa’s Democratic Challenger Really Republican?
He's just 18, but candidate Vincent Synowicz is already mastering the slick verbal skills of a veteran politician.
Jan 16th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Riverwest 24 Registration Gets Huge Turnout
Hundreds began arriving as soon as 5:30 a.m. to sign up for the event. And as we stood in line more new developments for Milwaukee were announced.
May 3rd, 2013 by Dave Reid
25 Winners and Losers
The list is long (and fun). This was a campaign with real consequences.
Nov 8th, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
Fitzgerald’s Strangely Sleepy Campaign
Is Jeff Fitzgerald running for U.S. Senator or top lobbyist?
Aug 2nd, 2012 by Bruce Murphy
