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Arrests at Madison Encampment Site Climb to 22 After Overnight Skirmishes

Arrests at Madison Encampment Site Climb to 22 After Overnight Skirmishes

30 to 40 protesters of Corey Ruiz killing set fires and clashed with police in early hours of Tuesday.

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Arrests at Madison Encampment Site Climb to 22 After Overnight Skirmishes

30 to 40 protesters of Corey Ruiz killing set fires and clashed with police in early hours of Tuesday.

Most Republicans Support Raising the Minimum Wage

Why don't Republican politicians like Tom Tiffany and Wisconsin legislators?

Crowley Gains Support as Hong Confronts Social Media Controversy

Hong defending her past statements as Crowley is gaining late momentum.

Trump Administration Cutting Federal Loans for Low-Paying Degrees

Social workers, artists, early childhood education teachers in Wisconsin will be affected.

Conservative Groups Sue to Stop Online Sports Betting in Wisconsin

Lawsuit claims bipartisan law passed in March and allowing such betting is unconstitutional

County Announces Budget Listening Sessions

Public can provide input on a very difficult situation. County faces $50 million budget gap.

Crowley Outraises Hong in July, Despite Briefly Leaving Race for Governor

Crowley raised $776,000, compared to $339,000 for Hong. Tiffany was far ahead of both.

Finance Report Reveals Chaos of Sara Rodriguez’s Campaign for Governor

Did her campaign improperly coordinate with independent issues group?

Crowley Is Only One Who Could Beat Hong

It’s a two-person race. Can the county executive make up the gap in one week?

Milwaukee Throws The Book at Illegal Sales of Tobacco, Alcohol, THC to Youths

City is now 'the most expensive place to sell harmful products to children' in the state.

Labor Unions Stand by Crowley

Labor leaders back Crowley in final week of primary. 'David's delivering around the state as county executive.'

State Campaign Finance Site a Big Improvement

WI Ethics Commission spent $285,000 to build new system. It makes campaigns far more transparent.

Why Madison Suburb of DeForest Shot Down $12 Billion Data Center Project

No developer had offered such wide-ranging community investments and protections. Yet it was rejected.

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Endorsements

SEIU Wisconsin Healthcare and Service Workers Endorse Francesca Hong for Governor

 

Wisconsin Electoral Socialists (WES) Endorses Josh Mittness for WI Assembly District 50

 

Congressional Black Caucus PAC Endorses David Crowley for Governor

National organization representing Black members of Congress back Crowley for governor to deliver results and lead on day one

Wisconsin Conservation Voters Releases Second Wave of 2026 Election Endorsements

 

Congresswoman Gwen Moore Endorses David Crowley for Governor

Congresswoman Moore’s endorsement builds on momentum following endorsements from Gov. Evers, labor unions, and leaders across Wisconsin

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Crowley Is Only One Who Could Beat Hong

It’s a two-person race. Can the county executive make up the gap in one week?

Journal Sentinel Story on Mandela Barnes Is Irresponsible

No proof of 'inappropriate behavior.' Editor Greg Borowski owes readers an explanation.

Crowley Was Weakest in Democratic Governor Debate

And Hong looked inexperienced at times. Which candidates were the strongest?

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Most Republicans Support Raising the Minimum Wage

Why don't Republican politicians like Tom Tiffany and Wisconsin legislators?

The Economics of the Minimum Wage

Wisconsin's minimum wage is far below neighboring states. Should it join the crowd?

How Did Support For Environment Get So Partisan?

Rankings show extreme split on issue. No more champions like TR and Tommy?

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What Explains Evers Endorsement of David Crowley for Governor?

He had expressly avoided endorsing anyone for governor, including 3 Democrats who worked for him.

Wikler Concedes Democratic Party’s Image Problems

The 'blob' of the Democratic Party organization is the problem, and solution, he says.

How Evers ‘Fixed the Damn Roads’

He got help from Republican legislators and federal pandemic funding.

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