Kelda Roys

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley maintained a slight lead over state Rep. Francesca Hong in the Democratic contest for governor's nomination, but final results were delayed due to an error reporting absentee ballot data. Both watch parties ended after midnight with no winner declared, even though crowds gathered at Atwood Music Hall for what was intended as a victory party.

Democrats competing in the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary debated data center regulation at a forum hosted by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. The event featured candidates Joel Brennan, David Crowley, Francesca Hong, Kelda Roys, and Mandela Barnes. Freelance videographer Jonathan Klett captured video of the discussion.

Mandela Barnes suspended his campaign for Wisconsin governor, narrowing the Democratic primary field to four candidates. Francesca Hong leads in polls, while Barnes emphasized the need to defeat Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany in the general election.

A new Marquette Law School poll shows Francesca Hong leading the Democratic primary with 38% support, a 12-point increase from the previous week. The poll, conducted July 22-27, reflects changes in the race including Sara Rodriguez's exit and David Crowley's return, with 34% of voters remaining undecided.

Democratic candidates for Wisconsin governor debated with minimal direct attacks, focusing on issues like school vouchers and data centers. Five candidates remain in the race, with state Rep. Francesca Hong leading in polls. The winner will likely face U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany in November.

Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial candidates Mandela Barnes, Joel Brennan, David Crowley, Francesca Hong, and Kelda Roys participated in their only primary debate. The debate was described as amicable, with Francesca Hong avoiding attacks.

Five Democratic candidates for Wisconsin governor, including former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, former state Department of Administration chief and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, and state Rep. Francesca Hong, will debate Tuesday evening in a televised event hosted by WISN 12 at Marquette University. The debate, moderated by Gerron Jordan and Matt Smith, will air on local ABC affiliates and online platforms.

Francesca Hong, a Democratic Socialist, is gaining prominence in the competitive Wisconsin governor race. The gubernatorial candidates at a recent forum included Kelda Roys, Francesca Hong, and Joel Brennan.

Francesca Hong leads in Marquette Law School and rival polls for the Democratic governor primary, with over 40% of voters undecided. Internal polls from competitors also show Hong ahead, though skepticism remains about her viability against Republican Tom Tiffany.

Democratic gubernatorial candidates discussed affordability challenges and inclusive governance during a forum hosted by Kaleidoscope Wisconsin. Participants emphasized systemic issues in housing, healthcare, and taxation while proposing policies like progressive taxation, Medicaid expansion, and reforms to public services.

David Crowley, Milwaukee County Executive, reentered the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor after recently suspending his campaign and endorsing Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, who withdrew due to a campaign finance scandal. The Democratic field now includes Crowley, Rep. Francesca Hong, Rep. Kelda Roys, Mandela Barnes, and Joel Brennan.

David Crowley reentered Wisconsin’s Democratic governor primary with Governor Tony Evers’ endorsement after initially suspending his campaign. The primary, set for August 11, includes candidates like Francesca Hong and former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, following Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez’s exit due to a campaign finance scandal.

David Crowley reentered the Wisconsin Democratic governor primary with outgoing Gov. Tony Evers' endorsement after initially withdrawing. The primary, now including candidates like Francesca Hong and Mandela Barnes, follows Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez's exit due to a campaign finance issue.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is endorsing David Crowley in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. The race includes candidates like Francesca Hong, Mandela Barnes, and Kelda Roys, following the exit of Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez due to a campaign finance issue.

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has endorsed David Crowley in the Democratic gubernatorial primary, following the exit of Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez due to a campaign finance scandal. The primary, set for August 11, includes candidates such as Francesca Hong, Mandela Barnes, Kelda Roys, and Joel Brennan, with the winner facing Republican Tom Tiffany in the general election.

U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany raised $8.7 million for his Wisconsin governor campaign, primarily from the Republican Party of Wisconsin and major donors like Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein and Diane Hendricks. Democratic candidate Mandela Barnes led his primary field with $841,358 raised, spending $1.1 million, while other candidates like Francesca Hong, Joel Brennan, and Kelda Roys reported lower fundraising totals.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley ended his campaign for Wisconsin governor, narrowing the Democratic primary field to five candidates. The remaining candidates are Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, Mandela Barnes, Rep. Francesca Hong, Sen. Kelda Roys, and Joel Brennan.

Francesca Hong, a state Rep. and self-proclaimed Democratic Socialist, is running for Wisconsin governor in a crowded primary against several candidates. She emphasizes her working-class background and pledge to build a government that works for people to connect with voters in a closely divided state.

David Crowley, Milwaukee County Executive, is running for Wisconsin governor in a crowded Democratic primary, emphasizing his executive experience and achievements like affordable housing and tax cuts. His opponents include Sara Rodriguez and Francesca Hong, and he highlights his 'Badger Basics Plan' as part of his campaign.

Seven gubernatorial candidates, including Democrats and a Republican, discussed criminal justice, healthcare, and public safety at a WISDOM forum. They emphasized reducing incarceration through treatment, support programs, and policy reforms like ending crimeless revocation. Republican Tom Tiffany did not attend.

State Sen. Kelda Roys is running for governor again, emphasizing her experience in state government and policy proposals in a crowded six-way Democratic primary. She raised over $355,000 and launched a $500,000 ad campaign to highlight her 25 years of work in Wisconsin, but polls show she trails other candidates with only 1% support among Democratic primary voters.

Wisconsin Democratic lawmakers and reproductive rights advocates called for state-level protections for birth control, citing potential federal threats from the Trump administration and the Supreme Court. They referenced the 1965 Griswold v. Connecticut decision and concerns that the Dobbs ruling could lead to challenges against contraception access.