Local Politics

• Politics of a protest: Madison leaders say encampment must end as governor candidates weigh in
• Tammy Baldwin tours Milwaukee election center ahead of Aug. 11 primary
• Mandela Barnes drops out of race for Wisconsin governor
• All 5 Democratic candidates discuss data centers at Milwaukee town hall, trade few jabs
• Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one
• MU Poll on Democratic primary: Hong expands lead, Barnes most popular second choice, 67% of voters say they haven’t heard enough about Crowley
• 5 Democratic candidates square off in only gubernatorial debate
• Early voting for Aug. 11 partisan primary begins in City of Milwaukee
• Milwaukee Common Council committee postpones vote on proposed data center moratorium
• Wisconsin Democratic primary gets national spotlight, sparking debate over strategy
• Wisconsin voters sue to allow for vote to count if absentee ballot is late
• Wisconsin candidates for governor on Madison police shooting: Hong calls it 'an execution,' Tiffany says she's 'stoking division'
• Wisconsin absentee voters seek court ruling allowing them to cast new ballots
• Francesca Hong says Democratic socialist movement can win Wisconsin governor's race
• Francesca Hong leads latest Marquette University Law School poll, new poll to be released before Aug. 11 primary
• Crowley confirms old social media account in NBC News report, but denies writing inflammatory posts
• Wisconsin Center District board upholds firing of CEO Marty Brooks
• Wisconsin Democrats call for WEC to retract guidance cutting down on absentee ballot do-overs
• Getting real on affordability: Some gubernatorial candidates lay out affordability plans
• Democratic gubernatorial candidate Kelda Roys outlines plans for schools, healthcare and affordability
• 'I would have loved his endorsement earlier': David Crowley responds to Evers’ endorsement, new Marquette poll just days away
• Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley re-enters Wisconsin governor's race, endorsed by Gov. Evers
• Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley to re-enter Wisconsin governor's race
• Funeral arrangements announced for Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow
• With Rodriguez out of race, Crowley weighing a return to campaign for governor
• Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez drops out of Wisconsin governor's race
• Campaign finance filings: Megadonors give Tiffany big money advantage, Hong and Roys have most cash remaining
• The Democratic race for governor is now wide open, and there's a feeding frenzy for former Crowley supporters
• Thomas Farley nominated to serve as interim Waukesha County executive, pending board approval
• 'A devastating blow': Campaign vets, rival candidates shocked at Sara Rodriguez's financial mishap
• Wisconsin Elections Commission finds probable cause Musk violated law in giving $1M checks to voters
• Gov. Evers slams Trump administration for denying disaster relief funding for April's flooding
• New WEC guidance: No do-overs if you already turned in your absentee ballot
• DOJ sends letter to Milwaukee officials 'seeking assurances' ICE mask ban will not be enforced
• Multiple Milwaukee polling locations changed ahead of August partisan primary election
• 'There was no establishment process': Crowley defends rapid Rodriguez endorsement
• 'They have been terrorizing communities': Congresswoman Moore, local leaders call for ICE reforms
• During Milwaukee visit, Vance accuses Johnson of acting 'odd' amid FBI investigation into 2020 election
• Protesters gather in opposition ahead of VP Vance's Milwaukee visit
• Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow dies at 61
• Crowley ends bid for governor, narrowing Democratic field to 5
• Vance rallies behind Wisconsin Republicans while promoting fraud task force
• State Rep. Hong's online appearances highlight growing role of influencers in politics
• Vice President JD Vance to visit Milwaukee Wednesday
• Pres. Trump announces $22.6M in disaster relief funds for Wisconsin via social media post
• AG Kaul calls birthright citizenship ruling a victory; GOP lawmakers criticize decision
• Conservation projects face uncertainty after Knowles-Nelson program expires
• Poll shows Wisconsin voter confidence remains shaky ahead of 2026
• Wisconsin officials warn parents about rising e-bike and e-scooter injuries
• Milwaukee leaders consider replacing We Energies with publicly-owned electric utility
• Four years after Roe's overturn, Wisconsin abortion access remains a 2026 election issue
• Wisconsin governor candidates field rapid-fire questions at Pewaukee forum
• Missy Hughes drops out of governor's race, endorses Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez
• Wisconsin Capitol display honors children lost to gun violence; lawmakers renew push for gun safety as memorial grows
• Hesselbein stays neutral as Democratic governor’s race takes shape
• Iranian-American, GOP congressman show divide in views of Iran peace deal
• Federal judge denies Hannah Dugan's motion to reconsider conviction
• 7 candidates, 5 minutes each: Democrats make their pitch for governor
• Can a Democratic trifecta happen? Party leaders say yes, highlight recent wins during the first day of the state convention
• Legal fight continues over new ordinance forcing downtown food trucks to close earlier
• NFL clashes with Wisconsin congressman over games moving to Amazon, Netflix
• Glendale cracks down on Airbnb owners, sends cease and desist letters
• Minocqua Brewing Company owner fails to qualify for governor's race
• Glendale passes new Airbnb regulations 2 weeks after Memorial Day shooting
• 2% UW tuition hike draws criticism from Republican lawmaker Senator Rob Hutton
• Milwaukee Co. takes on 1,000 Doors Challenge ahead of National Harm Reduction Day
• President Trump visits Wisconsin, speaks to farmers and discusses Iran war
• As President Trump visits Wisconsin to talk agriculture, we asked farmers for their main concerns
• President Trump returning to Wisconsin, plans visit to Chippewa Falls to discuss agriculture
• New legislation allows Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office to impound cars used in reckless driving offenses
• Civil suit filed against Wisconsin governor candidate Francesca Hong
• Federal judge to determine if Judge Hannah Dugan’s conviction should be overturned
• City of Milwaukee brings back street leaf pickup after pushback over bagging
• Legal counsel approved for Milwaukee Elections Commission in wake of FBI questioning
• Evers hopes lawmakers revisit failed tax relief plan as Trump prepares Wisconsin visit
• Evers raises pride flag at Capitol, future of tradition depends on election
• Francesca Hong stands by comments about having 'vision' for a world without police or prisons
• Hesselbein backs 100% tax on anti-weaponization fund payouts
• 'Laws are meant to be interpreted': Riverwest man seeking to become governor films himself stealing campaign yard signs of state representatives
• Housing affordability bill advances with support from Wisconsin delegation
• Poll: 80% of Wisconsin voters wanted lawmakers to pass surplus deal
• Ridglan Farms ordered to give up federal breeding license by July 1, congressman says
• Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed by Trump admin for Wisconsin voter list
• Sheboygan mother detained by ICE during routine check-in has bond set, could return to Wisconsin in days
• 'Breaking Down Bullets': Mayor Johnson hosts Peace Week panel on gun violence in Milwaukee
• Congress weighs year-round E15 gas sales amid debate over costs and environmental impact
• Milwaukee County supervisors call for independent audit of wastewater treatment facilities
• As federal aid ends, Wisconsin childcare providers warn of closures and higher costs
• Next Door welcomes Mayor Johnson as guest reader during month-long 'Read for Children' event
• Wisconsin GOP Chairman Brian Schimming responds to some ousting calls during annual Republican convention
• Unity, election integrity and recruitment top themes at the Wisconsin GOP convention
• Wisconsin Capitol divided after bipartisan deal dies
• Crowley, county employees help with new Habitat for Humanity build in Milwaukee's Midtown neighborhood
• From everyday people to Democrats running for governor, responses to surplus plan failing are mixed
• Wisconsin Senate rejects plan for stimulus checks, school funding and tax cuts
• Standstill at the Capitol as lawmakers debate bipartisan agreement. Will it pass? Verdict is still out
• 'Dumbest thing I've ever heard': Evers touts school funding as Democrats slam his surplus compromise with GOP
• Lawmakers advance $1.8 billion surplus deal, even as candidates for governor criticize 'backroom' agreement
• City leaders table discussion about safety zones in entertainment districts
• Milwaukee police chief, Fire and Police Commission at odds over police pursuit policy; alders weigh in