Halvensleben wins Waukesha mayor race
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A margin of fewer than 500 votes has given the city of Waukesha a new mayor — and a political shift in a traditionally Republican stronghold.

Waukesha mayor race: Alicia Halvensleben wins upset by under 500 votes

Alicia Halvensleben defeated Republican Scott Allen by fewer than 500 votes to become Waukesha’s next mayor on Tuesday, a Democratic win in a longtime Republican stronghold city.

Waukesha Mayor-Elect Alicia Halvensleben speaks with FOX6
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Waukesha Mayor-Elect Alicia Halvensleben spoke with Waukesha County reporter Bret Lemoine the day after securing a victory in the spring election. 

Wisconsin Supreme Court race: Chris Taylor defeats Maria Lazar
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Chris Taylor beat Maria Lazar in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race on Tuesday, April 7, and FOX6's Ashley Sears and Bria Jones were at their respected parties.

2026 Wisconsin spring election; Waukesha, Brookfield mayoral races

In Waukesha County, Alicia Halvensleben defeated Scott Allen in the Waukesha mayor’s race by fewer than 500 votes on Tuesday, April 7, while Brookfield voters re-elected Mayor Steve Ponto.

UWM Professor Mordecai Lee talks WI election
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UW-Milwaukee Professor Emeritus Mordecai Lee discussed the Tuesday, April 7, election results.

Judge Maria Lazar concedes Wisconsin Supreme Court election
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WATCH: Judge Maria Lazar conceded the election for Wisconsin Supreme Court on Tuesday night, April 7 from her campaign party in Pewaukee. 

2026 Wisconsin spring general election results

The 2026 spring general election results from the vote on Tuesday, April 7 are coming in.

Waukesha County voter turnout varied
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Waukesha County poll workers report a slower-than-expected start to the day, though Brookfield saw a steady stream of voters for local mayoral and school board races.

2026 Wisconsin spring election: Waukesha County turnout varied

Poll workers in Waukesha County told FOX6 News on Tuesday, April 7, that voter turnout has been slower than expected.

Minor issues at some MPS polling places
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Several Milwaukee polling locations inside MPS buildings opened up to 40 minutes late Tuesday due to an overnight system update that restricted building access.

Wisconsin Supreme Court race; Judge Maria Lazar hopeful
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Conservative-backed candidate Judge Maria Lazar is hosting her election party at the Ingleside Hotel in Pewaukee.

Wisconsin Supreme Court race: Judge Chris Taylor optimistic
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Liberal-backed candidate Judge Chris Taylor is hosting her election party at the Madison Concourse Hotel as results for the Wisconsin Supreme Court race come in.

Wisconsin Supreme Court race: Judge Maria Lazar concedes race

Conservative-backed candidate Judge Maria Lazar conceded the Wisconsin Supreme Court race in a phone call with the top vote-getter, Judge Chris Taylor.

Wisconsin Supreme Court race: Chris Taylor wins, growing liberal majority

Democratic-backed Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, the AP projected Tuesday evening, April 7, securing a liberal majority through 2030 as major cases loom in the battleground state.

2026 Wisconsin spring election: Minor issues at some polling locations
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Several Milwaukee polling locations inside MPS buildings opened up to 40 minutes late Tuesday due to an overnight system update that restricted building access.

Power outage at Glendale polling location
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The polling location at Glendale City Hall lost power for a few minutes, which caused a minor delay for some voters. 

2026 Wisconsin spring election: Minor issues at some MPS polling places

The Milwaukee Election Commission and Milwaukee Public Schools were made aware of polling locations inside MPS buildings that opened later than the required 7 a.m. start time on Election Day, April 7.

Polls open in 2026 Wisconsin spring election
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Across Wisconsin, voters will head to the polls to cast ballots in the 2026 spring election on Tuesday, April 7.