Wisconsin primary election: What voters need to know
There is a lot for Wisconsin voters to consider when they head to the polls for the primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 11. The Wisconsin Live Desk talked with UW-Milwaukee Professor Emeritus Mordecai Lee about some of the key races, and the issues within those races.
There is a lot for Wisconsin voters to consider when they head to the polls for the primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 11. The Wisconsin Live Desk talked with UW-Milwaukee Professor Emeritus Mordecai Lee about some of the key races, and the issues within those races.
Trump loses 21st straight court fight over state voter rolls
The Trump administration suffered its 21st court loss this year in its push for state voter rolls after a judge ruled that states are not legally required to share the data.
The Trump administration suffered its 21st court loss this year in its push for state voter rolls after a judge ruled that states are not legally required to share the data.
Wisconsin early voting wraps up ahead of primary election
Early, in-person, absentee voting in Wisconsin is now over. It wrapped up Sunday afternoon, just two days out of Wisconsin's primary election.
Early, in-person, absentee voting in Wisconsin is now over. It wrapped up Sunday afternoon, just two days out of Wisconsin's primary election.
Wisconsin governor race: Republican primary candidates in 2026
Two Republicans are running to take the Wisconsin governor's seat in the primaries on Tuesday, Aug. 11. Here's what we know about the candidates.
Two Republicans are running to take the Wisconsin governor's seat in the primaries on Tuesday, Aug. 11. Here's what we know about the candidates.
Wisconsin governor race: Democratic primary candidates in 2026
Four Democrats are vying to succeed Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers in the state's partisan primaries on Aug. 11. Here's what we know about the candidates.
Four Democrats are vying to succeed Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers in the state's partisan primaries on Aug. 11. Here's what we know about the candidates.
Wisconsin governor race: Hong leads Democratic field ahead of primary
Four days out from primary day, candidates crisscross the state. They're making their final push for votes.
Four days out from primary day, candidates crisscross the state. They're making their final push for votes.
Wisconsin governor race: Last push for Democratic candidates
It's a battle for the future of the Democratic Party. Should the party go farther to the left? All the polls show Democratic Socialist Francesca Hong leading the Democratic Primary in Wisconsin, which is just a few days away.
It's a battle for the future of the Democratic Party. Should the party go farther to the left? All the polls show Democratic Socialist Francesca Hong leading the Democratic Primary in Wisconsin, which is just a few days away.
Wisconsin governor race: Evers questions Francesca Hong’s electability
This is another national test – can a Democratic Socialist win in a battleground state? All recent Democratic polls of the governor’s race show State Rep. Francesca Hong with commanding leads in the primary.
This is another national test – can a Democratic Socialist win in a battleground state? All recent Democratic polls of the governor’s race show State Rep. Francesca Hong with commanding leads in the primary.
Gov. Evers questions Francesca Hong’s electability
Can a Democratic Socialist win in a battleground state? All recent Democratic polls of the governor’s race show State Rep. Francesca Hong with commanding leads in the primary.
Can a Democratic Socialist win in a battleground state? All recent Democratic polls of the governor’s race show State Rep. Francesca Hong with commanding leads in the primary.
Wisconsin appeals court election lines ruling could impact future
The Wisconsin Appeals Court ruled against the DNC and sided with the RNC in a case from 2024 that could impact future elections.
The Wisconsin Appeals Court ruled against the DNC and sided with the RNC in a case from 2024 that could impact future elections.
Appeals Court rules on Wisconsin election case regarding polling place hours
The Wisconsin Appeals Court rules against the Democratic National Committee and sides with the Republican National Committee. The case dates back to 2024. But, the court says this issue is likely to come up again and the stakes could not be higher. This is a key battleground state with razor close elections.
The Wisconsin Appeals Court rules against the Democratic National Committee and sides with the Republican National Committee. The case dates back to 2024. But, the court says this issue is likely to come up again and the stakes could not be higher. This is a key battleground state with razor close elections.
Wisconsin governor race: Field narrows ahead of August 11 primary
Wisconsin's partisan primary for governor takes place August 11 with four active candidates remaining.
Wisconsin's partisan primary for governor takes place August 11 with four active candidates remaining.
Wisconsin governor race: Mandela Barnes suspends campaign
Mandela Barnes suspended his campaign for Wisconsin governor, he announced on social media Thursday.
Mandela Barnes suspended his campaign for Wisconsin governor, he announced on social media Thursday.
Wisconsin governor race: Democratic candidates discuss data centers
Data centers have caused controversy as proposals pop up around Wisconsin. A town hall on Wednesday allowed candidates for Wisconsin governor to share their plans and views on data centers.
Data centers have caused controversy as proposals pop up around Wisconsin. A town hall on Wednesday allowed candidates for Wisconsin governor to share their plans and views on data centers.
Wisconsin governor race: Democratic candidates debate data centers
Just last night, the Democratic candidates were debating. And this evening (Wednesday, July 29) they're taking part in a town hall at Turner Hall, focused on data centers.
Just last night, the Democratic candidates were debating. And this evening (Wednesday, July 29) they're taking part in a town hall at Turner Hall, focused on data centers.
Wisconsin voters who returned absentee ballot cannot get new one: judge
Wisconsin voters who have already returned their absentee ballots for the primary are not allowed to void those and request a new one, a judge ruled.
Wisconsin voters who have already returned their absentee ballots for the primary are not allowed to void those and request a new one, a judge ruled.
Marquette poll: Expanded support for Hong in Democratic primary
Marquette University Law School released the results of its latest poll on July 29.
Marquette University Law School released the results of its latest poll on July 29.
Wisconsin governor race: Democratic candidates debate issues
Five Democratic candidates for Wisconsin governor debated key issues on Tuesday with the partisan primary election two weeks away.
Five Democratic candidates for Wisconsin governor debated key issues on Tuesday with the partisan primary election two weeks away.
Waukesha County sheriff candidates on bodycams, leadership
With no challenger from Democrats, whoever wins the August Republican primary for Waukesha County sheriff will take the job.
With no challenger from Democrats, whoever wins the August Republican primary for Waukesha County sheriff will take the job.
Trump administration presses Supreme Court to allow order restricting mail-in voting
The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to intervene in a legal dispute over federal election rules, to implement an executive order that could overhaul mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections.
The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to intervene in a legal dispute over federal election rules, to implement an executive order that could overhaul mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections.