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Barnes Drops Out of Race for Governor

Barnes Drops Out of Race for Governor

Former lieutenant governor drops out after disappointing Marquette Poll, calls for party unity.

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Barnes Drops Out of Race for Governor

Former lieutenant governor drops out after disappointing Marquette Poll, calls for party unity.

PTSD and Torture Claims by Salah Sarsour Contested in Federal Hearing

Federal immigration officials seek to deport president of Islamic Society of Milwaukee.

Mainstream Democrats Pin Hopes on David Crowley’s Reboot Campaign for Governor

A revived campaign with Gov. Evers backing as mainstream alternative to frontrunner Francesca Hong.

Judge Rejects Attempt to Let Absentee Voters Recast Ballots After Candidates Withdraw

Dane County judge denies lawsuit to reverse Wisconsin Elections Commission ruling.

GOP Chair Schimming Says Hong Makes Job Easier

Wisconsin Republican leader says State Rep. Francesca Hong has "unique weaknesses."

Appeals Court Upholds Act 10, Likely Sending Case to WI Supreme Court

2-1 conservative majority overrules Dane County court decision overturning collective bargaining law.

Crowley Was Weakest in Democratic Governor Debate

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

Hong Leads Democratic Primary for Governor Once Again in New Marquette Poll

38% support Hong, 16% support Barnes, 7% support Crowley.

Faith Leaders Call on Next Governor to Embrace Clean Energy

More than 100 leaders across the state agree that 'the climate crisis is a spiritual crisis.'

Legislature Gives WisEye $250,000 to Operate for Rest of 2026

The financially troubled live-stream service has covered the Legislature since 2007.

Democratic Candidates for WI Governor Mostly Agree, Avoid Attacks in Debate

Most agree not to cut police funding, to reduce the voucher program and better regulate data centers.

Milwaukee Mayor Pushes Early Voting, Absentee Drop-Offs

Early voting sites are now open and accepting absentee ballot drop-offs for Aug 11 primary.

UW-Madison Sued for Continuing Race-Based Scholarships After Supreme Court Ruling

Conservative groups, including one run by Scott Walker, say university has 20 programs.

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Endorsements

Wisconsin Carpenters Endorse David Crowley for Governor

Continues momentum following endorsements from Gov. Evers, IBEW, Laborers, Fire Fighters, Operating Engineers, Plumbers, and mayors

Plumbers Union Local 75 Endorses David Crowley for Governor

Continues momentum following endorsements from Gov. Evers, Laborers, Fire Fighters, IBEW, Operating Engineers & mayors

Operating Engineers Local 139 Endorses David Crowley for Governor

Continues momentum following endorsements from Gov. Evers, Laborers, Fire Fighters, IBEW, & mayors

Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Louis Butler Endorses Judge Nathan Petrashek

 

UAW Wisconsin State CAP Council Endorses Mandela Barnes for Governor

 

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Crowley Was Weakest in Democratic Governor Debate

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

Madison Police Killing Will Shake Up Democratic Race for Governor

The issue will drive election turnout, help and hurt Hong. How will it impact other candidates?

Mayor’s I-794 Stance Betrays His Grow Milwaukee Goal

The mayor who wanted to grow Milwaukee's population to 1 million has suddenly turned timid. Why?

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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?

Will Wisconsin’s Gerrymandered Congressional Map Be Overturned?

Wisconsin Supreme Court moving slowly toward a decision.

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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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