Topical Alert Top Story Election Day is almost here. Here's what you need to know before you vote. MITCHELL SCHMIDT Nov 7, 2022 Nov 7, 2022 Updated May 10, 2023 A sign along Rutledge Street in Madison encourages voters to participate in the 2022 midterm elections. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. JOHN HART, STATE JOURNAL Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save MITCHELL SCHMIDT Wisconsin's 2022 midterm election is finally arriving on Tuesday.kAm(9:=6 ?62C=J g`b[___ 23D6?E66 32==@ED 92G6 366? C6BF6DE65 :? E96 DE2E6[ @7 H9:49 >@C6 E92? f`d[___ 925 366? 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The election is Tuesday. Are you ready? Get caught up on who's on the ballot, how to vote and when you can expect to see results.Â
'It's impacting everyone': Voters, clerks adjust to new election rules after litigation surge "I really wish people wouldn't mess with the laws so close to the election, or in the middle of the whole cycle," Florence town clerk Shelly V…
Wisconsin's gubernatorial race breaks record with more than $114 million spent so far Candidates and advocacy groups have spent more than $114 million, far surpassing the previous record of $93 million spent in the 2018 election.
Still undecided? Here is where the candidates stand on the issues If you're among that most rare of species -- the undecided voter, still wondering where the candidates stand on the issues -- we're here to help.Â
Wisconsin election officials weigh changes to military voting Wisconsin election officials are weighing whether changes to military absentee voting are needed after a top Milwaukee election official was c…