Francesca Hong

Wisconsin Republicans Seek Younger Voters

Urgent appeals by old guard at state convention. Polls show age 18-29 voters favor Democrats.

Why Legislature Killed Tax Cut, School Aid Plan

Why did Democrats abandon Gov. Evers, joining key Republicans who rebelled?

This Photo Hurt Mandela Barnes in 2022, But Public Opinion Has Shifted

His views on ICE hurt Barnes against Ron Johnson, but may help in governor's race.

Tiffany Warns That Wisconsin Could Turn Into Minnesota

Speeches at state Republican convention paint Democrats as 'radicals' and 'socialists.'

Democrats Split with Gov. Tony Evers Over School Funding Deal

'Three lame ducks' reached the agreement? But GOP legislators praise the deal.

Federal DHS Targets Madison Business Owner Pardoned by Gov. Evers

Federal officials still trying to deport Mexican restaurant owner after his release from detention.

Tony Evers Revived Commutations; What Will Wisconsin’s Next Governor Do?

Most Democratic candidates support it. Barnes excludes those convicted of murder.

Democrats Running for Governor Agree Healthcare Costs a Problem

How to fix this is where there was disagreement at candidate forums.

Journal Sentinel Swallows Disinformation?

An LOL 'leaked memo.' And the Tiffany campaign's cleverness.

On May Day, Democratic Gubernatorial Frontrunner Francesca Hong Releases “Labor SHIFT” Policy to Protect Workers in the AI Age

New plan adds to Hong's CONTROL-ALT-DELETE framework for regulating AI data centers and positions Wisconsin to lead on AI policy while Washington stalls.

The Inside Story of Democratic Race for Governor

Was a white centrist male candidate seen as the solution?

Democratic Gubernatorial Frontrunner Francesca Hong to Headline Rally in Milwaukee’s Riverwest Neighborhood

Most Democratic Governor Candidates Support Evers’ Commutations Policy

But not Mandela Barnes. Republican Tom Tiffany also opposed.

Candidates Tout Endorsements as WI Primary Season Heats Up

Will support from Trump, teachers union or controversial congresswoman help or hurt?

Tiffany Calls on Hong to Explain Donation to Bangstad Campaign

State’s Utilities Running Scared

After decades of high profits and executive salaries, why they could face opposition.

Democrats Vying for WI Governor Take on Data Centers, Climate Change

All 7 want more regulations on data center developments.

Wisconsin’s Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Struggle to Differentiate on Health Care

In a crowded field, candidates sought to differentiate themselves despite shared policy goals.

Democratic Gubernatorial Frontrunner Francesca Hong Draws Support From National Progressives

Tiffany Responds to Evers Veto of Bill Ending 400-Year Property Tax Increase

Tiffany Slams Evers Veto of Tax Relief for Tips and Overtime

Milwaukee DSA Demands Release of Islamic Society President Detained by ICE

Tom Tiffany Announces Plan in Wausau to Eliminate State Income Taxes on Tips and Overtime

Democrats in Governor’s Race Call for Child Care Support

Rodriguez, Hughes have released plans. Every candidate supports the goal.

More Than 30 Groups Demand MSOE Cut Ties With ICE

ICE leases downtown facility owned by Milwaukee School of Engineering.

Poll Shows Taylor Leads Lazar in WI Supreme Court Race

Democrats more excited about voting in April. But many voters haven't made a choice.

Utilities in Wisconsin Pile Up Profits

Average U.S utility has 15% profit margin. This could be key issue in race for governor.

Wisconsin Electoral Socialists (WES) Endorses David Liners for Assembly District 21 and Rep. Christian Phelps for Re-Election to WI Assembly District 93

The Surprising Campaign of Rep. Francesca Hong

Her dark horse campaign is biggest surprise in Democratic primary for governor.

Hong, Barnes Lead Democratic Primary for Governor In New Poll

Marquette poll shows most voters undecided, with Taylor leading Lazar for high court.

New Marquette Law School Poll Shows Francesca Hong Leading Democratic Field for Governor

Poll confirms Hong’s momentum as voters rally behind the issues she’s championed since day one

Legislators, Nurse Professionals Collaborate on the Nurse Staffing and Patient Protection Act

Small Set of Counties Could Pick Democratic Candidate for Governor

Tony Evers won just 16 of 72 counties in November 2022 election.

Bill Hikes State Funding for Demonstration Charter School

Encouraging innovative education or taking funding from public schools?

Milwaukee DSA Ready for Statewide Governors Race as Madison DSA Joins in Endorsing Francesca Hong

Tom Tiffany Demands Full Audit of Wisconsins Department of Public Instruction After Nearly $400k Water Park Junket

After Trump Weighs In, Josh Schoemann Drops Out of Governor’s Race

The Washington County executive announced his decision the day after President Trump endorsed his opponent.

Public Ed Needs Broad Investment, Not Special Treatment for a Single Charter School

Pretti Killing Becomes Issue in WI Governor’s Race

Republican Tom Tiffany says he hasn't seen video of ICE agents shooting Alex Pretti.

Barnes Proposes Grants To Fight Food Deserts

Proposal would fund new stores, support stores near closure and connect farmers with reliable buyers.

More Than Policy, Dem Candidates Differ on Style and Tone

The seven-leading gubernatorial candidates participated in a forum Wednesday night.

10 Takeaways From Governor’s Race Donations

How much money was raised, and from who, tells us a lot about the candidates.

Wisconsin Electoral Socialists (WES) Endorses Rep. Francesca Hong for WI Governor and Rep. Ryan Clancy for Re-election to WI Assembly District 19

Membership Organization Founded in 2024 Endorses Socialist Caucus Members in Their Respective Democratic Primaries

Revealed — All The Biggest Donors in Governor’s Race

Half of all campaign cash came from donors giving at least $10,000. Who are they?

Early Fundraising Shows Competitive Democratic Primary for Governor

Crowley leads 7 Democrats who've raised 6-figure sums; Tiffany is GOP leader.

Hong Campaign Reports Nearly $370,000 Raised from Almost 7,400 Donations, Powered by 1,650 Volunteers Across Wisconsin

Median donation of $15 shows broad, popular support from working class people

WisDems Black Caucus Chair Statement on Wisconsin GOP Adding Racist Attacks to Their Chaos Campaign

Assembly Passes Constitutional Amendments

One would outlaw DIE programs in Wisconsin.

Republicans Mix Up Black Candidates for WI Governor

Post on X criticizing Mandela Barnes runs photo of David Crowley.

Where Do 9 Candidates for Governor Stand on Data Centers?

Hong calls for moratorium, Hughes, Schoemann see 'opportunity.'

Bill Requires School Rules to Prevent Staff Grooming Students

To prevent sexual misconduct, policies must define appropriate interactions.

Fatal ICE Shooting Spurs Sharp Partisan Divide Among Wisconsin Leaders

From calls to dismantle ICE to claims of domestic terrorism, state politicians offer starkly different reactions.

Hong Campaign Calls for AI Data Center Construction Moratorium, Unveils Plan to Protect Taxpayers and Environment

Priebus Doubts Tim Michels Will Enter Governor’s Race

It's 'a little late,' says Republican who advised Michels failed 2022 campaign.

Mandela Barnes Is Democratic Front-Runner In Governor’s Race

The field is large. The key issue may be electability.

GOP Candidates for Governor Talk Trump, Money, Issues

Tiffany and Schoemann disagree on Trump's impact on August primary.

Top 10 Stories of The Year

In an amazingly newsworthy year, what were top state issues?

Senate President Confident GOP Won’t Lose Majority

'We’re going to run on the same policies we’ve always run on,' Felzkowski says.

Rep. Madison Introduces Legislation to Cut Property Taxes by 44% while Increasing Funding for Public Schools and Local Communities

The Legislation Creates a Fairer Funding Model for Wisconsin Communities while Reducing the Property Tax Burden for Every Wisconsinite

Senate Minority Leader Hesselbein Hopeful for More Bipartisan 2026

Wants Legislature to cap prescription drugs cost and expand homestead tax credit.

Joel Brennan Launches Campaign for Governor

Democratic insider joins crowded primary. Interim GMC replacement named.

Rep. Robyn Vining Introduces Save Our Schools Legislation

Tom Tiffany Criticizes ‘Billionaire Loophole’ But Backed Law Creating It

U.S. Rep. and Republican candidate for governor aims to raise $40 million.

Representative Hong and Legislative Democrats Reintroduce Paid Family and Medical Leave Bill

Mandela Barnes Aims to Raise $50 Million in Governor’s Race

Plans to offer a 'unifying message to defeat extremists and extremism.'

Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer Optimistic About 2026

Democrats gaining power, could flip Assembly in 2026, she says.

Mandela Barnes Will Run for Governor

Former Lt. Governor becomes front-runner in Democratic primary for governor.

End of the Ballgame For Beer Vendor’s Bid to Be Governor

Brewers' stadium vendor Ryan Strnad drops out of race, endorses David Crowley.

“It’s Time to Go Big for Small Business”

Rep. Robyn Vining Re-Introduces One-Stop-Shop Small Business Bill and Hosts Local Roundtable

Prominent Democrat ‘Very Seriously’ Considering Bid for Governor

Joel Brennan's entry could shake up already crowded field.

Republican Bill Encourages School District Mergers

As enrollment declines in Wisconsin, can consolidation create efficiencies, save money?

Democratic Bill Targets Utility Prices

Bill would cap residential energy bills at 2% of household income.

Do Big Democratic Wins Last Week Signal a Wisconsin Midterm Wave?

Trump approval declining, Wisconsin Democrats 'feeling more positive.'

Rep. Ryan Clancy Announces Bills Addressing Inhumane Practices in Wisconsin Prisons and Jails

“Conditions of Confinement” Package Would Require Prison and Jail Access, Free Communications, Hot Showers, Access to Sunlight and Outdoors, Among Other Protections

Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss the Issues at First Forum

Including data centers, AI, marijuana, broadband and of course, Trump.

Marquette Poll Reveals Vast Majority of Voters Undecided On Governor’s Race

An even larger percentage hasn't decided on Supreme Court race.

Early Marquette Law Poll Shows Francesca Hong Leading the Field

Among Dems, Rep. Hong shows up with the strongest base of support

New Marquette Law School Poll finds large majority of Wisconsin voters not yet tuned in to who is running in major 2026 elections

No candidate has established strong position in public favorability in governor, state Supreme Court races; large majorities of voters undecided

Do Democratic Candidates Need to Be More Moderate?

Experts argue it will take a Democrat like Tony Evers to win the state.

The Debate Over Data Centers

Controversial for local communities. Candidates for state office may have to pick sides.

Lawmakers Ask For AG Opinion on Alleged Loophole in Teacher Grooming Cases

Contentious legislative hearing follows news report finding 200 school investigations of sexual misconduct or grooming.

Wisconsin Republicans Demand Accountability: No Show Jill Underly’s DPI Cover-Up of Over 200 Teacher Sexual Misconduct Cases Puts Children at Risk

How Legislators, Governor Candidate Will Address Affordable Housing Crisis

Do Democrats and Republicans agree on any proposed solutions?

Wisconsin Dems Continue Push For Independent Redistricting Commission

Proposal endorsed by one Democratic gubernatorial candidate.

Wikler Won’t Run For Governor

Former Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair won't enter open race.

AG Kaul Says He’s Pursuing Reelection, Opts Out of Gubernatorial Race

Prospective Evers replacement opts out of crowded Democratic field.

More Names Surface in Governor’s Race

And a new poll suggests another Democrat should consider getting in.

After MPS Issue, GOP Lawmakers Would Require Financial Reporting Before Referendums

Bill would bar districts that haven't reported figures to state from advancing a referendum.

List grows of announced candidates for governor who will join Nov. 6 Early Stage Symposium forum

Former State Rep. Brett Hulsey Joins Democratic Field for Governor

Husley is known for controversial behavior, including Confederate uniform outside GOP convention.

Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor

Hughes says her experience makes her different than other candidates.

Following Social Media Discoveries, Republican Ends Campaign For Governor

Bill Berrien's decision comes days after news surfaced that he followed authors of sexually explicit essays.

Tailgate-flation at Lambeau: Rep. Francesca Hong, Democrat for Governor, Announces Policy to Lower Tailgate Prices at Lambeau

Hong to lower the costs of brats, burgers, and buns by supporting Wisconsin small businesses

US Rep. Tom Tiffany Will Run for Wisconsin Governor

After months of teasing run, Republican makes official entrance into 2026 campaign.

State Rep. Francesca Hong’s Campaign for Governor Launches With Massive Grassroots Support, Online Momentum

Hong leads the field by raising over $115k in less than 2 days, 89% of online donations under $100

Rep. Francesca Hong Enters Race for Governor

Madison-based Assembly member and Socialist is 6th Democrat to announce.

Legislation Would Provide Transparency, Accountability for Private School Vouchers

Kelda Roys Joins Growing Democratic Primary for WI Governor

Madison state senator promises to 'protect' the state from Republican 'attacks.'

Wisconsin Legislative Socialist Caucus and Allies Release “Keep Families Together” Package to Stop Trump and ICE’s Authoritarian Overreach

Primaries Let Voters Pick Governor Candidates

How many candidates will run? The list looks long.