Republican debate: Candidates tangle in Milwaukee, vying to be leading alternative to Trump

Nearly all of the Republican presidential candidates vying to be the leading alternative to front-runner Donald Trump said they would support the former president if he is the party’s nominee, even if he is convicted in a court of law as they met for the first primary debate.

Republican debate in Milwaukee; candidates make pitches to voters

The first Republican presidential debate of the 2024 campaign is in the books from Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum Wednesday night, Aug. 23.

Wisconsin DNR policy board appointees pressed on wolves, more

Republican legislators pressed three of Gov. Tony Evers' appointees to the DNR policy board Wednesday ahead of possible confirmation votes.

Judge sets bond for Trump, allies in Georgia election interference case

So far, bond has been preset for five co-defendants in the Georgia 2020 Election interference case, including former President Donald J. Trump. Two other defendants have reportedly already turned themselves in.

Republican debate: Undecided voters want details, not drama

For undecided voters, there will be no better first introduction than Wednesday night's Republican presidential debate – the first of the 2024 campaign.

Milwaukee Republican debate; Scott Walker says candidates need to 'be bold'

Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has first-hand experience on the Republican debate stage. He spoke with FOX6 News about who needs to stand out, and who could bring the biggest surprise.

Republican debate: Milwaukee restaurants, hotels ready for crowds

Downtown Milwaukee business owners are bracing for a big impact from Wednesday's Republican presidential debate at Fiserv Forum.

UW System funding request, $32M withheld over diversity efforts

UW System leaders plan to ask Republican lawmakers to release about half of the $32 million they withheld in the hopes of defunding campus diversity initiatives.

Conservative group sues Wisconsin secretary of state over open records

A conservative policy group filed an open records lawsuit on Tuesday against Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski, accusing her of blocking a request it hopes can shed light on the events that led to her appointment earlier this year.

Wisconsin extreme heat: Presidential debate outdoor events cope

Extreme heat is heading for southeast Wisconsin as thousands flock to Milwaukee for the Republican presidential debate.

GOP presidential debate; Wisconsin among few remaining swing states

When Republican candidates for president gather for their first debate Wednesday in Milwaukee, the spotlight will not only be on them but also on Wisconsin's role as one of a shrinking handful of genuine battleground states.

Republican presidential debate, Milwaukee vendors cashing in

With or without former President Trump in attendance, some local businesses are already seeing money coming in for the debate.

Europe trade mission, Tony Evers to lead Wisconsin delegation

Gov. Tony Evers is set to lead a trade mission to Europe in September, his office announced Thursday, stressing Wisconsin industries.

Republican presidential debate in Milwaukee, city leaders prepare

Milwaukee gets ready to host the first presidential debate for the 2024 election season. Republican presidential hopefuls will make their pitch to the country from Fiserv Forum.