Kristin Lyerly

Women Lead Democratic Gains in Legislature

Wisconsin voters rejected Kamala Harris but back many other women for office.

Can Harris Win Wisconsin?

Why Democrats are confident. And how the state's geography could upset expectations.

Green Bay Area Congressional Race is Test of Power of Trump Endorsement

Open seat features former gas station chain owner and OB-GYN.

Most Wisconsinites Oppose Criminalizing Abortion, Poll Finds

78%, including 57% of Republicans, do not want abortion criminalized before fetal viability.

A Summer of Intense Politics

With more to come in the next two months.

Tony Wied Wins Republican Primary for 8th Congressional District

Wied was endorsed by Donald Trump; will face Democrat Kristen Lyerly in November.

Wisconsin Democrats on Tony Wied’s Primary Victory

Abortion Rights Central to Lyerly’s Congressional Campaign

But will that help or hurt her chance to flip the Republican-leaning 8th Congressional District?

Green Bay Area GOP Congressional Primary Tests Trump Endorsement

Three Republicans vying to replace Rep. Mike Gallagher, who sometimes clashed with Trump

State Elections Commission Allows Trump-Backed Congressional Candidate on Ballot

WEC says it cannot initiate its own investigation, sworn complaint needed to start probe.

Special Elections for State Senate, US House Are Complicated

New maps affect elections for 4th state Senate District and 8th US House District.

Abortion Advocates, Opponents Unite on Policies to Address Root Causes 

Wisconsin 14 back extending Medicaid postpartum, paid family leave and more.

Trump Endorses Former Gas Station Owner for 8th Congressional District

Trump calls on Republican state Sen. Roger Roth to drop out of race for open seat.

OB-GYN Dr. Kristin Lyerly Enters Race for 8th Congressional District

Democrat running in open seat held by retiring Republican Mike Gallagher.

State Sen. André Jacque Will Run for Open 8th Congressional District

Sets up GOP primary against former Sen. Roger Roth. Several Democrats mulling a run.

Who Will Run For Gallagher’s Congressional Seat?

Big name Republicans -- and some Democrats -- may run for position.

Anti-Abortion Group Leader Files Formal Complaint Against Planned Parenthood

Complaint to state licensing agency comes after Planned Parenthood resumes abortion services.

Senators Baldwin, Murray Introduce Legislation to Create Reproductive Health Travel Fund

Reproductive Health Travel Fund Act would help women who lack access to abortion care in states like Wisconsin offset the cost of travel-related expenses to get the care they need

Baldwin, Blumenthal Lead 47 Members in Introducing Legislation to Restore and Protect Americans’ Right to an Abortion Nationwide

Women’s Health Protection Act of 2023 is the comprehensive response to the overturning of Roe v. Wade, would restore reproductive rights to the millions of Americans currently living in states with abortion bans

How Are State’s Women Doing Under 1849 Abortion Ban?

Not so well, doctors say.

Wisconsin Advocates Urge Congress to Pass Maternal Health Care

Pushing for three maternal health care provisions in year-end omnibus bill.

Woman Shares Struggle With Receiving Miscarriage Care

With abortion illegal, providers and advocates say legal due diligence causing delays.

State Abortion Law Leaves Doctors Fearful of Reproductive Care

How to handle miscarriages, other medical issues unclear under 1849 law.

Kaul, Evers Sue to Challenge 1849 Abortion Ban

Suit says 1849 law superseded by later laws, names GOP legislative leaders as defendants.

Wisconsinites Call Out Ron Johnson for Doubling Down on Repealing the Affordable Care Act and Raising Premiums

Jessica Katzenmeyer Racks Up More Endorsements From Across Wisconsin

Wisconsin Parents Blast Senator Johnson for Standing Against Tax Cut for Wisconsin Families