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GOP U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil went up with his first TV ad in the campaign, featuring his grandmother, mother and wife praising his work ethic.
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GOP U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil went up with his first TV ad in the campaign, featuring his grandmother, mother and wife praising his work ethic.

The Alliance for Economic Freedom has launched a new ad encouraging viewers to thank Steil for protecting Social Security. AdImpact had tracked $637,500 in the Milwaukee media market as of today. The ad features a woman who says retirement has

In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Doug Rebout of the Wisconsin Soybean Association discusses the impact of tariffs and the Iran war on U.S. soybean farmers.
TOP STORIES Wisconsin Democrats preach unity as Hong endorses Crowley… “From the very first day that I announced this campaign, I said the real threat wasn’t any of my primary opponents,” said Crowley … at an event Wednesday morning [at

David Crowley called for Dem unity as he campaigned alongside former rivals, while Republican Tom Tiffany sought to tie him to state Rep. Francesca Hong, the democratic socialist who narrowly lost her party’s gubernatorial nomination.

GOP gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany released a new TV ad with him promising to be a “commonsense governor.” The campaign said it was part of a seven-figure buy running statewide on TV, streaming, and digital platforms. As of this morning,

Fresh on the heels of Wisconsin’s primary, a group affiliated with the Democratic Governors Association has launched a new seven-figure buy knocking Republican nominee Tom Tiffany for having a “MAGA agenda” that’s too extreme.

On this week’s “Capitol Chats,” Robert Dempsey, national political director for the progressive political action group Our Revolution, discusses democratic socialist Francesca Hong’s loss in Tuesday’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, what it means for the progressive movement, and what comes next for Hong and Dem guv nominee David Crowley.
TOP STORIES David Crowley pulls off stunning comeback victory over Francesca Hong… a Hail Mary effort in the final weeks … underscored the popularity of Gov. Tony Evers. … Crowley and Evers spent the last month of the race crisscrossing

Follow this post throughout the day and evening for live news and notes on Wisconsin’s primary election.

Dem frontrunners David Crowley and Francesca Hong highlighted their experiences as elected officials and warned of the dangers of presumptive GOP nominee Tom Tiffany ahead of today’s gubernatorial primary election.
TOP STORIES Wisconsin’s 2026 primary for governor hits the home stretch… one week out from the primary Election Day, there were just four [of 7 Dems] left [Hong, Crowley, Brennan, Roys]. After the night of Tuesday, Aug. 11, the party

“She’s a Democrat, of course we’ll be helpful, but that’s not going to happen,” Evers said on WISN 12’s “UpFront,” which is produced in partnership with WisPolitics-State Affairs. “This guy is going to win,” Evers said while sitting next to Crowley.

A group supporting David Crowley has launched its first negative ad against Dem gubernatorial frontrunner Francesca Hong, charging her “record is a distraction we can’t afford.”

Three GOP primary candidates for the 11th SD are vying to follow in the footsteps of Sen. Steve Nass, R-Whitewater, after he decided not to seek reelection. Nass, who has been in the Legislature since 2014, has been known as one of the most conservative members of the Republican caucus.

Rep. Priscilla Prado, D-Milwaukee, is looking to hold off primary challenger Mimi Reza of Milwaukee in her reelection campaign to the 9th AD, which encompasses parts of the south side of Milwaukee and the Village of West Milwaukee.

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and Wisconsin Public Radio Capitol Reporter Anya van Wagtendonk discuss the latest in the governor’s race, key legislative primaries, and fundraising numbers going into Tuesday’s election.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a final look at the candidates vying to win the primary for Wisconsin governor on August 11. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center for Public Leadership.
TOP STORIES Tony Evers pushes Trump administration to rescind new SNAP rule… rule will require authorized SNAP retailers … to stock seven unique varieties of items (up from three) in each of four categories of staple foods: protein, vegetables and

The GOP primary candidates in the 1st SD hold different opinions on a moratorium on data center developments, the failed $1.8 billion surplus package and renewing the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.

GOP U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil went up with his first TV ad in the campaign, featuring his grandmother, mother and wife praising his work ethic.

The Alliance for Economic Freedom has launched a new ad encouraging viewers to thank Steil for protecting Social Security. AdImpact had tracked $637,500 in the Milwaukee media market as of today. The ad features a woman who says retirement has meant “saying no” because Washington taxed Social Security, but Steil

In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” Doug Rebout of the Wisconsin Soybean Association discusses the impact of tariffs and the Iran war on U.S. soybean farmers.
TOP STORIES Wisconsin Democrats preach unity as Hong endorses Crowley… “From the very first day that I announced this campaign, I said the real threat wasn’t any of my primary opponents,” said Crowley … at an event Wednesday morning [at Prairie Cafe and Bakery] in Middleton. “The real opponent has

David Crowley called for Dem unity as he campaigned alongside former rivals, while Republican Tom Tiffany sought to tie him to state Rep. Francesca Hong, the democratic socialist who narrowly lost her party’s gubernatorial nomination.

GOP gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany released a new TV ad with him promising to be a “commonsense governor.” The campaign said it was part of a seven-figure buy running statewide on TV, streaming, and digital platforms. As of this morning, AdImpact had tracked nearly $7.5 million in buys from Tiffany’s

Fresh on the heels of Wisconsin’s primary, a group affiliated with the Democratic Governors Association has launched a new seven-figure buy knocking Republican nominee Tom Tiffany for having a “MAGA agenda” that’s too extreme.

On this week’s “Capitol Chats,” Robert Dempsey, national political director for the progressive political action group Our Revolution, discusses democratic socialist Francesca Hong’s loss in Tuesday’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, what it means for the progressive movement, and what comes next for Hong and Dem guv nominee David Crowley.
TOP STORIES David Crowley pulls off stunning comeback victory over Francesca Hong… a Hail Mary effort in the final weeks … underscored the popularity of Gov. Tony Evers. … Crowley and Evers spent the last month of the race crisscrossing the state, arguing Hong could not beat Tiffany … Crowley

Follow this post throughout the day and evening for live news and notes on Wisconsin’s primary election.

Dem frontrunners David Crowley and Francesca Hong highlighted their experiences as elected officials and warned of the dangers of presumptive GOP nominee Tom Tiffany ahead of today’s gubernatorial primary election.
TOP STORIES Wisconsin’s 2026 primary for governor hits the home stretch… one week out from the primary Election Day, there were just four [of 7 Dems] left [Hong, Crowley, Brennan, Roys]. After the night of Tuesday, Aug. 11, the party will seek to unite behind the winner against the presumptive

“She’s a Democrat, of course we’ll be helpful, but that’s not going to happen,” Evers said on WISN 12’s “UpFront,” which is produced in partnership with WisPolitics-State Affairs. “This guy is going to win,” Evers said while sitting next to Crowley.

A group supporting David Crowley has launched its first negative ad against Dem gubernatorial frontrunner Francesca Hong, charging her “record is a distraction we can’t afford.”

Three GOP primary candidates for the 11th SD are vying to follow in the footsteps of Sen. Steve Nass, R-Whitewater, after he decided not to seek reelection. Nass, who has been in the Legislature since 2014, has been known as one of the most conservative members of the Republican caucus.

Rep. Priscilla Prado, D-Milwaukee, is looking to hold off primary challenger Mimi Reza of Milwaukee in her reelection campaign to the 9th AD, which encompasses parts of the south side of Milwaukee and the Village of West Milwaukee.

On this week’s episode of “Rewind,” WisPolitics.com’s JR Ross and Wisconsin Public Radio Capitol Reporter Anya van Wagtendonk discuss the latest in the governor’s race, key legislative primaries, and fundraising numbers going into Tuesday’s election.

The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, take a final look at the candidates vying to win the primary for Wisconsin governor on August 11. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center for Public Leadership.
TOP STORIES Tony Evers pushes Trump administration to rescind new SNAP rule… rule will require authorized SNAP retailers … to stock seven unique varieties of items (up from three) in each of four categories of staple foods: protein, vegetables and fruits, dairy and grains. … starting Nov. 4. … [creating]

The GOP primary candidates in the 1st SD hold different opinions on a moratorium on data center developments, the failed $1.8 billion surplus package and renewing the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.