In their first and only televised debate before the Aug. 11 primary, the five Democrats running in Wisconsin’s first open race for governor in more than 15 years traded barbs, laid out their campaign pledges and tried to stake their claim as the candidate best equipped to defeat presumptive Republican nominee Tom Tiffany in November.
RACE FOR GOVERNOR | DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY
Democrats for governor try to stand out in only televised debate
“My son was an exceptional guy,” Ruiz’s mother Elsa Ruiz said through tears. “He was my love. He loved his daughter. He loved his family.”
Candidates offered prayers and condolences while also calling for a full, transparent investigation into the events surrounding the shooting.
When asked specifically about data centers, 76% of respondents said they believe the costs outweigh the benefits, which marks a 7-point increa…
Rodriguez’s abrupt exit has once again reordered the Democratic primary.
The Wisconsin State Journal asked the candidates about bridging the partisan divides and how they would manage the state’s budget surplus.
The ruling is almost certain to be appealed to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which will expand to a 5-2 liberal majority next month.
Madison Police won’t enter the area unless “someone’s life or safety was at risk” and will deal with nonemergency situations by phone or virtu…
The Wisconsin State Journal asked the candidates about bridging the partisan divides and how they would manage the state’s budget surplus.
Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, once considered the likely frontrunner in Wisconsin’s packed field of Democratic candidates for governor, has …
Barnes’ exit from the race leaves Crowley as “the only possible impediment to Francesca Hong being the nominee, and that is unlikely,” UW-Madi…
Barnes’ exit from the race leaves Crowley as “the only possible impediment to Francesca Hong being the nominee, and that is unlikely,” UW-Madi…
The state DNR reports 30 confirmed or probable wolf depredations across Wisconsin through July 26. The state reported 32 such incidents by thi…
The state DNR reports 30 confirmed or probable wolf depredations across Wisconsin through July 26. The state reported 32 such incidents by thi…
Tiffany raised more than $4.6 million last month, thanks in large part to a $4 million infusion from the Republican Party of Wisconsin.
Tiffany raised more than $4.6 million last month, thanks in large part to a $4 million infusion from the Republican Party of Wisconsin.
Hong’s ascent to the top of the Democratic field has brought with it an increased focus on the Madison state representative’s past social media posts.
Hong’s ascent to the top of the Democratic field has brought with it an increased focus on the Madison state representative’s past social media posts.
