News

Fridays at 7:30 PM

PBS Wisconsin's weekly news and public affairs program provides reporting on civic and political issues around the state.

A still image shows a split screen, with David Crowley speaking at a campaign event in a Crowley-branded vest on the left, and Tom Tiffany speaking behind a bar counter on the right.

Recapping the 2026 vote in Wisconsin for governor, lawmakers

A historic 2026 election victory by Gov.-elect David Crowley and Democratic wins taking control of both chambers in the Wisconsin Legislature sets up expectations for a sea change in state government.

US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the blue wave, Congress and Trump

US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the blue wave, Congress and Trump

A still image shows Tommy Thompson seated at the 'Here & Now' set featuring wood paneling, with a graphic at bottom reading 'Former Gov. Tommy Thompson' and '(R) Wisconsin.'

Tommy Thompson on what's next for Republicans after 2026

A still image shows David Crowley in front of a purple circular graphic wall, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Milwaukee,' 'David Crowley' and '(D) Wisconsin Governor-Elect.'

Crowley speaks to his transition plans as governor-elect

A still image shows Rebecca Cooke speaking at a podium in front of a wall covered in her signs, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Eau Claire,' 'Rebecca Cooke' and '(D) 3rd Congressional District Rep.-Elect.'

Wisconsin Democrats flip two US House seats in 2026 election

A still image shows the hands of an election worker laying out ballots, with a table card in front reading 'Now Processing Ward 105.'

Ballot counting in Milwaukee was orderly in 2026 midterms

How the 2026 Democratic big blue wave washed over Wisconsin

How the 2026 Democratic big blue wave washed over Wisconsin

Gov.-elect David Crowley on Trump and governing Wisconsin

Gov.-elect David Crowley on Trump and governing Wisconsin

An electron microscope image shows a circular virus particle with visible surface protein structures.

Infant dies of measles in Wisconsin's first death from the disease since 1990

US Rep. Mark Pocan on Democratic control of Congress in 2027

US Rep. Mark Pocan on Democratic control of Congress in 2027

Sen. Rob Stafsholt on Wisconsin Republican lawmakers in 2027

Sen. Rob Stafsholt on Wisconsin Republican lawmakers in 2027

Gov.-elect David Crowley on his vision as Wisconsin governor

Gov.-elect David Crowley on his vision as Wisconsin governor

The U.S. Capitol dome and a columned wing with wide steps under a cloudy gray sky

WPR: Wisconsin’s House delegation now even after Democrats flip 2 seats

Round badge with "WISCONSIN VOTE" text, stars, and red and white stripes.

Wisconsin Vote

During election seasons, Wisconsin Vote provides voters with information about candidates and races, and after polling places close, reports election results.

Here & Now Shorts

Visit YouTube Channel

Loading

Recent Here & Now Video

A still image shows a split screen, with David Crowley speaking at a campaign event in a Crowley-branded vest on the left, and Tom Tiffany speaking behind a bar counter on the right.

Recapping the 2026 vote in Wisconsin for governor, lawmakers

US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the blue wave, Congress and Trump

US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the blue wave, Congress and Trump

A still image shows Tommy Thompson seated at the 'Here & Now' set featuring wood paneling, with a graphic at bottom reading 'Former Gov. Tommy Thompson' and '(R) Wisconsin.'

Tommy Thompson on what's next for Republicans after 2026

A still image shows David Crowley in front of a purple circular graphic wall, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Milwaukee,' 'David Crowley' and '(D) Wisconsin Governor-Elect.'

Crowley speaks to his transition plans as governor-elect

A still image shows Rebecca Cooke speaking at a podium in front of a wall covered in her signs, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Eau Claire,' 'Rebecca Cooke' and '(D) 3rd Congressional District Rep.-Elect.'

Wisconsin Democrats flip two US House seats in 2026 election

West Central Region

A still image shows the hands of an election worker laying out ballots, with a table card in front reading 'Now Processing Ward 105.'

Ballot counting in Milwaukee was orderly in 2026 midterms

Southeast Region

How the 2026 Democratic big blue wave washed over Wisconsin

How the 2026 Democratic big blue wave washed over Wisconsin

Gov.-elect David Crowley on Trump and governing Wisconsin

Gov.-elect David Crowley on Trump and governing Wisconsin

US Rep. Mark Pocan on Democratic control of Congress in 2027

US Rep. Mark Pocan on Democratic control of Congress in 2027

Sen. Rob Stafsholt on Wisconsin Republican lawmakers in 2027

Sen. Rob Stafsholt on Wisconsin Republican lawmakers in 2027

Gov.-elect David Crowley on his vision as Wisconsin governor

Gov.-elect David Crowley on his vision as Wisconsin governor

A long road to World Series glory for the Milwaukee Brewers

A long road to World Series glory for the Milwaukee Brewers

Southeast Region

A long road to World Series glory for the Milwaukee Brewers

A long road to World Series glory for the Milwaukee Brewers

More Here & Now 2026

A still image shows a split screen, with David Crowley speaking at a campaign event in a Crowley-branded vest on the left, and Tom Tiffany speaking behind a bar counter on the right.

Recapping the 2026 vote in Wisconsin for governor, lawmakers

US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the blue wave, Congress and Trump

US Sen. Tammy Baldwin on the blue wave, Congress and Trump

A still image shows David Crowley in front of a purple circular graphic wall, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Milwaukee,' 'David Crowley' and '(D) Wisconsin Governor-Elect.'

Crowley speaks to his transition plans as governor-elect

WPR Election Coverage

Gov.-elect David Crowley discusses blue wave, goals for office

Gov.-elect David Crowley discusses blue wave, goals for office

Election cakes and liberty tea helped American women celebrate democracy

Election cakes and liberty tea helped American women celebrate democracy

Democratic leaders share priorities for next state Legislature under trifecta control

Democratic leaders share priorities for next state Legislature under trifecta control

The 2026 Democratic wave sent a message, and shook up power

The 2026 Democratic wave sent a message, and shook up power

Indigenous

Gloria Wiggins on getting out the Indigenous vote in 2026

Gloria Wiggins on getting out the Indigenous vote in 2026

A stone obelisk monument topped by a cross stands among lower headstones in a cemetery next to a chain-link fence, with a line of utility poles, road and trees in the background.

Researchers identify graves of students from a Milwaukee Indian boarding school

Chairwoman Nicole Boyd on ceremonies for travel on gichigami

Chairwoman Nicole Boyd on ceremonies for travel on gichigami

Local Wisconsin News

Southeast Region

A still image shows Rebecca Cooke speaking at a podium in front of a wall covered in her signs, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Eau Claire,' 'Rebecca Cooke' and '(D) 3rd Congressional District Rep.-Elect.'

Wisconsin Democrats flip two US House seats in 2026 election

Ballot counting in Milwaukee was orderly in 2026 midterms

WPR: Democrat Mitchell Berman defeats US Rep. Bryan Steil to flip Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District

A long road to World Series glory for the Milwaukee Brewers

Southeast Region News

Northeast Region

Sierra Susa holds the palm of her right hand against a wall with multiple printed signs and posted notes affixed to its face, with more than a dozen people standing in a line behind her in a hallway with hand-written posters attached to a cable display system on the opposite wall, with small flags of numerous nations and territories displayed in connected rows suspended from the ceiling.

Hundreds of immigrants, refugees await English education as Literacy Green Bay weathers federal cuts

Green Bay's 'hidden homeless' maintain lives and hopes while living in their vehicles

Fox Cities businesses balance tornado relief with keeping their doors open

A guide to homelessness resources in northeast Wisconsin

Northeast Region News

South Central Region

A speaker in a ball cap holds a microphone beside a podium as a person claps and supporters record with phones

WPR: Democrat Mitchell Berman defeats US Rep. Bryan Steil to flip Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District

Who will hold control of the Wisconsin Legislature in 2027?

Matt Rehberg on the 2026 harvest in a tricky economic moment

Jerry Helmer, Judith Willink Grose on Trump's clout in 2026

South Central Region News

Northern Region

A person in a navy suit and red elephant-print tie speaks into microphones in an event hall with a stage behind

WPR: Republican Michael Alfonso wins northern Wisconsin district, will be youngest House rep

Chairwoman Nicole Boyd on ceremonies for travel on gichigami

Chairwoman Nicole Boyd on Frog Bay Tribal National Park

Chairwoman Nicole Boyd on Apostle Islands tourism workers

Northern Region News

West Central Region

A still image shows Rebecca Cooke speaking at a podium in front of a wall covered in her signs, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Eau Claire,' 'Rebecca Cooke' and '(D) 3rd Congressional District Rep.-Elect.'

Wisconsin Democrats flip two US House seats in 2026 election

WPR: Democrat Rebecca Cooke defeats GOP Rep. Derrick Van Orden in key congressional race

WPR: Republican Michael Alfonso wins northern Wisconsin district, will be youngest House rep

Rebecca Cooke, Derrick Van Orden on what's at stake in 2026

West Central Region News

Southwest Region

A still image shows Rebecca Cooke speaking at a podium in front of a wall covered in her signs, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Eau Claire,' 'Rebecca Cooke' and '(D) 3rd Congressional District Rep.-Elect.'

Wisconsin Democrats flip two US House seats in 2026 election

Infant dies of measles in Wisconsin's first death from the disease since 1990

WPR: Democrat Rebecca Cooke defeats GOP Rep. Derrick Van Orden in key congressional race

Who will hold control of the Wisconsin Legislature in 2027?

Southwest Region News

Featured PBS News

Loading

Loading

Loading

Our Partners

PBS

Wisconsin Public Radio

Educational Communications Board

Univeristy of Wisconsin Wisconsin-Madison

PBS Wisconsin

PBS Wisconsin is a service of the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. © 2026 All Rights Reserved.

Follow Us

Editorial Policies | FCC Applications | Public Inspection Files | Public Inspection File Assistance | Privacy Policy

WHA-TV Signal Disruptions