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Small Set of Counties Could Pick Democratic Candidate for Governor
Tony Evers won just 16 of 72 counties in November 2022 election.
Feb 16th, 2026 by Steven Walters
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.
Jan 29th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Pretti Killing Becomes Issue in WI Governor’s Race
Republican Tom Tiffany says he hasn't seen video of ICE agents shooting Alex Pretti.
Jan 27th, 2026 by Baylor Spears
Barnes Proposes Grants To Fight Food Deserts
Proposal would fund new stores, support stores near closure and connect farmers with reliable buyers.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Sophie Bolich
More Than Policy, Dem Candidates Differ on Style and Tone
The seven-leading gubernatorial candidates participated in a forum Wednesday night.
Jan 22nd, 2026 by Erik Gunn
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?
Jan 20th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Early Fundraising Shows Competitive Democratic Primary for Governor
Crowley leads 7 Democrats who've raised 6-figure sums; Tiffany is GOP leader.
Jan 17th, 2026 by Shawn Johnson
Where Do 9 Candidates for Governor Stand on Data Centers?
Hong calls for moratorium, Hughes, Schoemann see 'opportunity.'
Jan 13th, 2026 by Henry Redman
Wisconsin’s State Building Footprint Has Shrunk by 10%
All since 2021. Should that continue? Candidates for governor weigh in.
Jan 13th, 2026 by Brittany Carloni
Priebus Doubts Tim Michels Will Enter Governor’s Race
It's 'a little late,' says Republican who advised Michels failed 2022 campaign.
Jan 6th, 2026 by Rich Kremer
Mandela Barnes Is Democratic Front-Runner In Governor’s Race
The field is large. The key issue may be electability.
Dec 31st, 2025 by Christa Dutton / NOTUS and Jade Lozada / NOTUS, Wisconsin Watch
GOP Candidates for Governor Talk Trump, Money, Issues
Tiffany and Schoemann disagree on Trump's impact on August primary.
Dec 29th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Top 10 Stories of The Year
In an amazingly newsworthy year, what were top state issues?
Dec 29th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Senate President Confident GOP Won’t Lose Majority
'We’re going to run on the same policies we’ve always run on,' Felzkowski says.
Dec 23rd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
After Shutdown, WisconsinEye Discussing Future With Legislators
Nonprofit seeking partial public funding to resume operation.
Dec 18th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Senate Minority Leader Hesselbein Hopeful for More Bipartisan 2026
Wants Legislature to cap prescription drugs cost and expand homestead tax credit.
Dec 17th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Joel Brennan Launches Campaign for Governor
Democratic insider joins crowded primary. Interim GMC replacement named.
Dec 11th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Tom Tiffany Criticizes ‘Billionaire Loophole’ But Backed Law Creating It
U.S. Rep. and Republican candidate for governor aims to raise $40 million.
Dec 10th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Mandela Barnes Aims to Raise $50 Million in Governor’s Race
Plans to offer a 'unifying message to defeat extremists and extremism.'
Dec 9th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer Optimistic About 2026
Democrats gaining power, could flip Assembly in 2026, she says.
Dec 7th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Mandela Barnes Will Run for Governor
Former Lt. Governor becomes front-runner in Democratic primary for governor.
Dec 2nd, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
End of the Ballgame For Beer Vendor’s Bid to Be Governor
Brewers' stadium vendor Ryan Strnad drops out of race, endorses David Crowley.
Nov 26th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Why Republicans Pass Bills They Know Gov. Evers Will Veto
Key part of their strategy to win elections in 2026, hold power in Legislature.
Nov 24th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
Senate Passes Bills to Eliminate 400-Year Veto, Redefine Abortion
And a bipartisan bill that bars health care for undocumented immigrants.
Nov 19th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Prominent Democrat ‘Very Seriously’ Considering Bid for Governor
Joel Brennan's entry could shake up already crowded field.
Nov 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Do Big Democratic Wins Last Week Signal a Wisconsin Midterm Wave?
Trump approval declining, Wisconsin Democrats 'feeling more positive.'
Nov 10th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidates Discuss the Issues at First Forum
Including data centers, AI, marijuana, broadband and of course, Trump.
Nov 8th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Advocates Ask Evers To Issue First Commutations In a Quarter Century
Evers ran for office promising to reduce Wisconsin’s prison population, but population is now growing.
Oct 31st, 2025 by Frank Zufall
Marquette Poll Reveals Vast Majority of Voters Undecided On Governor’s Race
An even larger percentage hasn't decided on Supreme Court race.
Oct 30th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Do Democratic Candidates Need to Be More Moderate?
Experts argue it will take a Democrat like Tony Evers to win the state.
Oct 27th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
How Legislators, Governor Candidate Will Address Affordable Housing Crisis
Do Democrats and Republicans agree on any proposed solutions?
Oct 20th, 2025 by Brittany Carloni
Wikler Won’t Run For Governor
Former Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair won't enter open race.
Oct 16th, 2025 by Deneen Smith
AG Kaul Says He’s Pursuing Reelection, Opts Out of Gubernatorial Race
Prospective Evers replacement opts out of crowded Democratic field.
Oct 7th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
More Names Surface in Governor’s Race
And a new poll suggests another Democrat should consider getting in.
Oct 6th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Former State Rep. Brett Hulsey Joins Democratic Field for Governor
Husley is known for controversial behavior, including Confederate uniform outside GOP convention.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Four Districts Will Shape Control of Wisconsin Senate
Democrats are targeting three Republican incumbents.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes Enters Race For Governor
Hughes says her experience makes her different than other candidates.
Sep 29th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
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.
Sep 26th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
US Rep. Tom Tiffany Will Run for Wisconsin Governor
After months of teasing run, Republican makes official entrance into 2026 campaign.
Sep 23rd, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Rep. Francesca Hong Enters Race for Governor
Madison-based Assembly member and Socialist is 6th Democrat to announce.
Sep 17th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Kelda Roys Joins Growing Democratic Primary for WI Governor
Madison state senator promises to 'protect' the state from Republican 'attacks.'
Sep 15th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Test Messages In La Crosse
Six candidates, including two for governor, appear at corn roast. How did their messages vary?
Sep 1st, 2025 by Steven Walters
Vance Talks Urban Crime, Migrant Health Care In La Crosse Visit
Dems use Pfaff's annual corn roast to to preemptively respond, campaign.
Aug 30th, 2025 by Henry Redman
Democratic Bill Prohibits Concealed Carry on College Campuses
There have been 22 shootings on U.S. college campuses this year.
Aug 28th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Health Professionals Say State’s Abortion Laws Restrict Care
'We have a slew of abortion restrictions on the books that pre-dated Dobbs.'
Aug 27th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Primaries Let Voters Pick Governor Candidates
How many candidates will run? The list looks long.
Aug 25th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Brewers Beer Vendor Will Run for Wisconsin Governor
Ryan Strnad will run as Democrat, pushing support for unions, working class.
Aug 16th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Tommy Thompson for Governor?
'Why not?' says former governor, 85. 'My mind is sharp as hell.'
Aug 6th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Youth Will Be Served in Governor’s Race
A national trend. Next governor could be three decades younger than Tony Evers.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Bruce Murphy
Why Tony Evers Could Have Run Again
Why he was likely to win and thrive as a three-term governor.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Steven Walters
Evers, Democratic Legislators Praise Court Ruling on Regulations
'For years, a small group of Republican lawmakers overstepped their power.'
Jul 9th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Democratic Rep. Jenna Jacobson Will Challenge Top GOP State Senator
District held by incumbent Howard Marklein now leans slightly Democratic.
Jul 8th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Bipartisan Budget Deal Gets Mixed Reviews From Wisconsin Legislators
A 'step in the right direction' or a 'little sad' and 'unacceptable'?
Jul 2nd, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Legislature Passes Advanced Nursing Bill Evers Expected to Sign
Bipartisan bill allows nurses with advanced training to practice independently.
Jun 23rd, 2025 by Erik Gunn
State Senate Passes Bill That It Says Targets ‘Violent Riots’ With New Felony Penalties
But Sen. Larson says it could be used on protesters.
Jun 19th, 2025 by Rich Kremer
Vos Says Assembly Republicans Support $87 Million UW System Cut
System sought $855 million increase in its budget. Cut could cause campus closures.
Jun 19th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
Budget Committee Funds Corrections Far Below What Evers Wanted
Democrats say budget won't fix, reform state prison system as needed.
Jun 18th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Wisconsin Lawmakers, Industry Experts Share Concerns About ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Preempting AI Regulation
Budget reconciliation bill in Congress would restrict states’ ability to regulate artificial intelligence.
Jun 12th, 2025 by Lorin Cox
Republicans Reject Funding for Wisconsin Supreme Court Security
There were 22 threats against judges in just the first three months of this year.
Jun 11th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
Bill Gives Milwaukee More Leeway to Impound Recklessly Driven Cars
Proposal passed Assembly, Senate okay likely. Will police use expanded authority?
Jun 10th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Wisconsin Survey Finds Huge Support for Abortion, Planned Parenthood
Republicans back statewide abortion ban, Planned Parenthood may get funding cut.
Jun 10th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
GOP Bill Offers Tax Credit for Child Care Providers
But providers, businesses say it won't solve the problem.
Jun 4th, 2025 by Erik Gunn
Democrats Announce Bill To Restore Child Tax Credit Republicans Stripped From Budget
'I think the real question is what it will cost the state if we don’t do it,' said Sen. Kelda Roys.
May 23rd, 2025 by Erik Gunn
GOP Lawmakers Not Worried About Federal Funding Cuts
They should be, Democrats warn. Evers suggests setting aside $500 million fund.
May 13th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Meet the Legislature’s Fiscal Big Shots
16 members of Finance, mostly Republicans, decide what's in the state budget.
May 12th, 2025 by Steven Walters
GOP Bill Could Cut MPS Funding Over School Police
MPS and city would have to negotiate with Joint Committee on Finance.
May 11th, 2025 by Devin Blake
Republicans Poised to Cut 600 Provisions From Evers’ Budget
Crafting a 'responsible budget' or 'not willing to negotiate'?
May 6th, 2025 by Shawn Johnson
How Republicans Tweaked State Aid to Benefit GOP Communities
Legislature radically changed state aid formula to give more to Republican areas.
May 5th, 2025 by Larry Sandler
Trump Administration Cancels Visas of 27 Students at UW Campuses
Rubio says 300 visas for international students at U.S. universities revoked.
Apr 9th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
Bill Seeks to Prevent Domestic Abusers From Possessing Firearms
Domestic violence involving a gun is 12 times more likely to result in death.
Apr 6th, 2025 by Edgar Mendez
Republican Bill Would Shield Police From John Doe Investigations
Officer Joseph Mensah, involved in 3 fatal shootings, testifies against Doe probes.
Feb 7th, 2025 by Isiah Holmes
Legislature’s LGBTQ+ Caucus Doubles in Size
With 7 new members, the caucus now includes 12 lawmakers, all Democrats.
Feb 3rd, 2025 by Nick Rommel
Republican Legislators Propose Arming Teachers To Address Gun Violence
With grants for building safety and ending tax on gun safes.
Jan 28th, 2025 by Baylor Spears
GOP Lawmakers Move Quickly to Enshrine Wisconsin’s Voter ID Law
Early committee hearing to put a proposed constitutional amendment on the April ballot.
Jan 7th, 2025 by Anya van Wagtendonk
You Can Now Carry a Gun While Fishing
Legislative committee kills 25-year-old DNR rule in response to conservative lawsuit.
Dec 24th, 2024 by WPR Staff
With Budget Debate Looming, Assembly Fills Remainder of Powerful Finance Committee
Rep. Mark Born and Sen. Howard Marklein will continue to chair JFC.
Dec 19th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Grief and Talk of Action After School Shooting in Madison
But political leaders part ways on solutions.
Dec 18th, 2024 by Erik Gunn
Senate Members of Legislature’s Powerful Joint Finance Committee Announced
The 16-person panel is responsible for how Wisconsin spends tens of billions of dollars. Assembly up next.
Dec 5th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Was Jonathan Brostoff Bullied?
Some Democrats point finger at Shepherd Express, others for Brostoff’s suicide.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Wisconsin DPI’s Proposed 2-Year Budget Seeks $4 Billion in New Spending
State superintendent wants to boost special education funding to 90% of costs.
Nov 11th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
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
Despite Decline in Reported Crime, Wisconsin’s Prison Population Is Surging
Crowding is impacting the safety at state's aging prisons. Advocates, opponents talk solutions, pitfalls.
Aug 22nd, 2024 by Nicholas Garton / Cap Times and Jim Malewitz / Wisconsin Watch
Wisconsin Democrats Running Candidates In All But Two Races
A multi-decade high. But will it matter to their electoral prospects?
Jun 7th, 2024 by Robert D'Andrea
Evers Requests Release of $25 Million for Child Care and Tourism
Yet another battle between governor and Republican legislators over funding allocations.
May 22nd, 2024 by Baylor Spears
UW-Platteville Vacating Richland Campus
Democrats blame Republicans for cutting UW system funding.
Apr 28th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Evers Won’t Rule Out Court Challenge to Force Release of PFAS Funds
Nine months after Legislature set aside $125 million to address PFAS, funding still stalled.
Apr 16th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Future of Lincoln Hills Remains In Limbo
Troubled youth prison needs to meet consent decree terms, or compliance monitoring will follow system to new facility.
Apr 12th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Gov. Evers Vetoes PFAS Bill, Calls Special Meeting of Budget Committee
Governor urges GOP legislators to release budgeted funds for PFAS and hospitals.
Apr 10th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Senate Fires 8 Evers Appointees, Approves 3 Constitutional Amendments
Senate ends session for year with governor 'apoplectic' over 'petty partisan politics.'
Mar 13th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Lawmakers Release $32 Million They Previously Withheld From UW System
Money was previously cut by GOP legislators as part of DEI fight.
Feb 29th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Evers Seeks Compromise on Republican PFAS Bill
Threatens veto of GOP plan, saying 'I'm not signing bill letting polluters off the hook.'
Feb 27th, 2024 by Danielle Kaeding
Senate Republicans Fire Four Evers Appointees
GOP boots one from DNR board, three from UW Health board.
Feb 21st, 2024 by Erik Gunn
GOP Bill To Limit John Doe Cases Against Police Passes Legislature
Officers involved in shootings can currently face charges from judges after prosecutors decline.
Feb 16th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Budget Committee Approves $2 Billion Tax Cut, UW Funding
Proposal now heads to Assembly, but will Evers sign bills?
Feb 8th, 2024 by Baylor Spears
Legislative Dems Propose Banning Guns From College Campuses
Wisconsin is one of only 12 that allow guns on campus.
Feb 8th, 2024 by Corrinne Hess
Republicans Again Deny Funds for Stewardship Project
Joint Finance Committee nixes $1 million request for public boat launch in Ashland.
Feb 6th, 2024 by Henry Redman
GOP Bill Ends John Doe Cases Against Police Involved in Fatal Shootings
Law being 'abused' by vengeful families, activists, and lawyers, legislator says.
Feb 5th, 2024 by Isiah Holmes
Bill Seeks ‘Truth in Maple Syrup’
Restaurants would be prevented from labeling sweet imposters as maple syrup.
Jan 30th, 2024 by Anya van Wagtendonk
Republicans Fearful of New District Maps
Under one proposed map, incumbent Republicans would have to run against each other.
Jan 22nd, 2024 by Steven Walters
Dianne Hesselbein Is New Senate Minority Leader
Democrats pick her to succeed Sen. Agard, now running for Dane County Executive.
Dec 2nd, 2023 by Anya van Wagtendonk
