Zac Schultz

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Zac Schultz is a reporter and occasional anchor for PBS Wisconsin's "Here & Now." A Wisconsin native, he is proud to cover every corner of the state and issues important to ...

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Republican mega-donors, gas costs and fighting ‘corruption’

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Republican mega-donors, gas costs and fighting ‘corruption’

Mega-donors fund Republican candidates, gas prices cause growing economic pain, and corruption emerges as an issue — Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at how each development impacts the 2026 election.

Thursday September 24, 2026


Josh Kaul, Eric Toney on investigating shootings by police

Elections

Josh Kaul, Eric Toney on investigating shootings by police

Wisconsin's 2026 attorney general candidates — Democratic incumbent Josh Kaul and Republican challenger Eric Toney — discuss law enforcement responses to the officer-involved shooting of Corey Ruiz.

Tuesday September 22, 2026


A still image shows a lawyer addressing the members of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, with a crowd behind her.

Courts

Wisconsin Supreme Court hears pair of cases on redistricting

The Wisconsin Supreme Court heard arguments in two lawsuits seeking to redraw the state's congressional district maps on the grounds that the maps are gerrymandered toward Republicans and incumbents.

Friday September 18, 2026


Mail-in ballots, redistricting and a race in Wisconsin’s 1st

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Mail-in ballots, redistricting and a race in Wisconsin’s 1st

The U.S. Supreme Court maintains mail-in voting, the state Supreme Court considers redistricting and there's a race for the 1st Congressional District — Inside Wisconsin Politics examines each issue.

Thursday September 17, 2026


David Crowley on the 2026 election for governor of Wisconsin

Elections

David Crowley on the 2026 election for governor of Wisconsin

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, who is the Democratic candidate for governor of Wisconsin in 2026, discusses prominent issues in the race, from affordability to crime to voting.

Wednesday September 16, 2026


Tom Tiffany on the 2026 election for governor of Wisconsin

Elections

Tom Tiffany on the 2026 election for governor of Wisconsin

U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-7th Congressional District, who is the Republican candidate for governor of Wisconsin in 2026, discusses prominent issues in the race, from affordability to crime to voting.

Tuesday September 15, 2026


Zac Schultz sits at a desk on the Here & Now set and faces a video monitor showing an image of Andrew Mercil.

Politics

‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Andrew Mercil, Josh Kaul, Eric Toney

Here's what guests on the Sept. 11, 2026 episode said about running for attorney general of Wisconsin and a U.S. Postal Service rule seeking to change its handling of absentee ballots.

Monday September 14, 2026


A still image shows Andrew Mercil seated in front of a turquoise wall decorated with certificates, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Menomonie,' 'Andrew Mercil' and 'Dunn County Clerk.'

Elections

Andrew Mercil on uncertainty over mail-in ballots

Dunn County Clerk Andrew Mercil discusses how election officials in Wisconsin are preparing for changing federal policy on mail-in voting as absentee ballots for the 2026 election are sent to voters.

Friday September 11, 2026


A still image shows Tommy Thompson standing in front of a building with tall windows, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Madison,' 'Tommy Thompson' and 'Former Secretary of Health and Human Services.'

History

Tommy Thompson reflects on 9/11 attacks and response efforts

Former U.S. Health and Human Services Sec. Tommy Thompson shares memories of visiting New York City after 9/11 and responds to the release of documents about hazardous air quality near Ground Zero.

Friday September 11, 2026


GOP convention, decline of debates, ballot lawsuit

Inside Wisconsin Politics

GOP convention, decline of debates, ballot lawsuit

Republicans try to fire up the base with a rare midterm convention — Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at why some Wisconsin Republicans joined the party while others stayed home.

Thursday September 10, 2026


Eric Toney on running for Wisconsin Attorney General in 2026

Elections

Eric Toney on running for Wisconsin Attorney General in 2026

Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney discusses his run as the Republican candidate for Wisconsin Attorney General in 2026 and significant issues facing the state Department of Justice.

Thursday September 10, 2026


Josh Kaul on running for Wisconsin Attorney General in 2026

Elections

Josh Kaul on running for Wisconsin Attorney General in 2026

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul discusses his run for re-election as the incumbent and Democratic candidate for the office in 2026 and significant issues facing the state Department of Justice.

Wednesday September 9, 2026


Flock cameras, election administration and Great Lakes names

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Flock cameras, election administration and Great Lakes names

Flock surveillance cameras become an issue, feds probe alleged noncitizen voting, and presidential place name proclamations — Inside Wisconsin Politics considers impacts on the 2026 governor's race.

Thursday September 3, 2026


Mail-in voting, commutations and crime, politics of tariffs

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Mail-in voting, commutations and crime, politics of tariffs

The Trump administration proceeds with mail-in voting limits, the Commutations Advisory Board meets and tariffs reemerge as an issue — Inside Wisconsin Politics considers impacts on the 2026 vote.

Tuesday August 25, 2026


Crowley, Tiffany and why data centers are a major 2026 issue

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Crowley, Tiffany and why data centers are a major 2026 issue

Tom Tiffany and David Crowley move to define themselves and how voters view their opponent in an opening salvo of campaign ads — Inside Wisconsin Politics digests the start of their race for governor.

Thursday August 20, 2026


Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross sit next to each other and across from Zac Schultz at a desk on the Here & Now set.

Politics

‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Bill McCoshen & Scot Ross, Alexander Shur

Here's what guests on the Aug. 14, 2026 episode said about David Crowley's and Tom Tiffany's fundraising in the race for governor and Milwaukee's late-night ballot reporting in the primary election.

Monday August 17, 2026


A still image shows Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross seated at the 'Here & Now' set featuring wood paneling.

Elections

McCoshen & Ross on Wisconsin’s 2026 partisan primary winners

"Here & Now" political panelists Bill McCoshen and Scot Ross discuss the outcome of Wisconsin's 2026 primary election deciding Democratic and Republican nominees for governor and seats in Congress.

Friday August 14, 2026


A still image shows Alexander Shur standing in front of a bookcase with an ivy plant on top.

Elections

Alexander Shur on vote tabulation and reporting in Wisconsin

Votebeat reporter Alexander Shur discusses a delay in Milwaukee's vote tally for Wisconsin's 2026 primary election and ongoing conspiracy theories over how local officials process and report ballots.

Friday August 14, 2026


How Crowley won Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor

Inside Wisconsin Politics

How Crowley won Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor

Democratic candidate for governor David Crowley pulled off a comeback win in the primary and will face Republican Tom Tiffany — Inside Wisconsin Politics looks ahead to the 2026 general election race.

Thursday August 13, 2026


Zac Schultz and Howard Schweber sit facing each other on the Here & Now set.

Politics

‘Here & Now’ Highlights: Howard Schweber

Here's what guests on the Aug. 7, 2026 episode said about First Amendment rights and a protest encampment in Madison.

Monday August 10, 2026


Howard Schweber on First Amendment rights and encampments

Politics

Howard Schweber on First Amendment rights and encampments

UW-Madison political science professor emeritus Howard Schweber considers protest encampments in Madison and responses by authorities given the breadth of and limits to freedom of speech and assembly.

Friday August 7, 2026


National attention turns to Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Inside Wisconsin Politics

National attention turns to Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

A nationwide showdown among establishment and insurgent candidates is defining the Democratic Party in 2026 — Inside Wisconsin Politics explores how this clash is playing out in the race for governor.

Thursday August 6, 2026


Wisconsin’s 2026 primary for governor hits the home stretch

Elections

Wisconsin’s 2026 primary for governor hits the home stretch

Four Democratic candidates — Francesca Hong, David Crowley, Joel Brennan and Kelda Roys — remain in the 2026 primary for governor, all vying to face Republican Tom Tiffany in the general election.

Wednesday August 5, 2026


Wisconsin’s 2026 primary for governor gets shaken up again

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Wisconsin’s 2026 primary for governor gets shaken up again

Four candidates remain in the topsy-turvy 2026 Democratic primary for governor as Mandela Barnes ends his campaign — Inside Wisconsin Politics considers the state of the race in its closing days.

Thursday July 30, 2026


Chaos in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary race for governor

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Chaos in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary race for governor

David Crowley re-entered the 2026 Democratic primary for governor and received an endorsement by Gov. Tony Evers — Inside Wisconsin Politics examines shifts in the campaign and what polls are showing.

Thursday July 23, 2026


Zac Schultz on Rodriguez ending her 2026 run for governor

Elections

Zac Schultz on Rodriguez ending her 2026 run for governor

"Here & Now" senior political reporter Zac Schultz discusses what Sara Rodriguez dropping out of the 2026 race for governor means for remaining Democratic primary candidates and the general election.

Friday July 17, 2026


Sara Rodriguez’s money woes shake up the race for governor

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Sara Rodriguez’s money woes shake up the race for governor

Fallout from Democratic candidate for governor Sara Rodriguez firing her campaign manager over accounting may transform the 2026 primary — Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at the state of the race.

Thursday July 16, 2026


Candidate lanes, campaign ads, ‘F-bombs’ and the 2026 race

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Candidate lanes, campaign ads, ‘F-bombs’ and the 2026 race

The Democratic field for governor gets tighter, campaign ads roll out in primary races, and Vice President JD Vance visits Milwaukee — Inside Wisconsin Politics takes the temperature of the election.

Thursday July 9, 2026


Childcare subsidies, UW tuition hikes and a PFAS settlement

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Childcare subsidies, UW tuition hikes and a PFAS settlement

Aid for childcare providers is expiring, the Universities of Wisconsin raises tuition, and the state reaches a $10 million PFAS settlement — Inside Wisconsin Politics reviews a busy start to summer.

Tuesday June 9, 2026


Trump visits Wisconsin and 2026 candidates file for office

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Trump visits Wisconsin and 2026 candidates file for office

President Donald Trump campaigns in Chippewa County and candidates for governor and other races file nomination papers — Inside Wisconsin Politics consider what each means for the 2026 election cycle.

Thursday June 4, 2026


Polling the (failed) surplus deal, Tiffany’s stance on Trump

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Polling the (failed) surplus deal, Tiffany’s stance on Trump

Voters support a surplus plan and Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany is asked about President Donald Trump's "anti-weaponization" fund — Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at the 2026 race for governor.

Thursday May 28, 2026


Wisconsin’s 2026 governor race and local government funding

Elections

Wisconsin’s 2026 governor race and local government funding

Republican and Democratic candidates in the 2026 race for governor of Wisconsin consider an increase in municipal referendums and the level of shared revenue the state provides to local government.

Wednesday May 27, 2026


The fallout from Wisconsin’s failed budget surplus deal

Inside Wisconsin Politics

The fallout from Wisconsin’s failed budget surplus deal

Candidates for governor are wrestling with the state's failed budget surplus deal — Inside Wisconsin Politics examines what the failure means for the 2026 elections and state government's bottom line.

Thursday May 21, 2026


Why Wisconsin lawmakers blew up a state budget surplus deal

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Why Wisconsin lawmakers blew up a state budget surplus deal

Democratic and Republican legislators rejected a budget deal to cut taxes and boost school funding — Inside Wisconsin Politics sorts out what it says about state government and political ambitions.

Thursday May 14, 2026


Ask Inside Wisconsin Politics: Polarization, ideology, money

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Ask Inside Wisconsin Politics: Polarization, ideology, money

What questions do Wisconsinites have about government, elections and candidates in the state? Inside Wisconsin Politics takes on queries from students in a political science class at UW-La Crosse.

Thursday May 7, 2026


How Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic primaries are taking shape

Inside Wisconsin Politics

How Wisconsin’s 2026 Democratic primaries are taking shape

The field of candidates in different Democratic primaries is growing, in races for Congress and the Legislature — Inside Wisconsin Politics considers how the 2026 election season is taking shape.

Thursday April 30, 2026


Political violence and Wisconsin’s 2026 race for governor

Elections

Political violence and Wisconsin’s 2026 race for governor

Republican and Democratic candidates in the 2026 race for governor of Wisconsin share their thoughts on political violence and their own personal safety as they meet voters and hold campaign events.

Tuesday April 28, 2026


Wisconsin’s 2026 governor candidates on the cost of housing

Elections

Wisconsin’s 2026 governor candidates on the cost of housing

Democratic and Republican candidates in the 2026 race for governor of Wisconsin discuss what policies they would pursue to help address the high cost and limited supply of housing around the state.

Wednesday April 22, 2026


Wisconsin special session intrigue, elections take shape

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Wisconsin special session intrigue, elections take shape

Inside Wisconsin Politics looks at the parties' strategies on a gerrymandering special session and discuss why so many Republican lawmakers are retiring. Plus, the governor’s race starts to take shape.

Thursday April 16, 2026


A still image shows former, future and current justices posing at Chris Taylor's election victory, from left to right Rebecca Dallet, Chris Taylor, Janet Protasiewicz, Jill Karofsky, Ann Walsh Bradley and Susan Crawford.

Elections

Wisconsin’s 2026 Supreme Court vote cements liberal control

Justice-elect Chris Taylor's landslide win over Maria Lazar in the 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court race ensures liberal control for several years, and potential candidates are thinking about 2027.

Friday April 10, 2026


A liberal landslide in the 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court vote

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A liberal landslide in the 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court vote

The 2026 state Supreme Court election was a landslide victory for liberal candidate Chris Taylor — Inside Wisconsin Politics considers what it means for the midterm vote and future of the high court.

Thursday April 9, 2026


Wisconsin’s wide-open 2026 Democratic primary for governor

Elections

Wisconsin’s wide-open 2026 Democratic primary for governor

Mandela Barnes, Joel Brennan, David Crowley, Francesca Hong, Missy Hughes, Sara Rodriguez and Kelda Roys are running in the 2026 Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, and polls show a close race.

Wednesday April 8, 2026


Justice-elect Chris Taylor on her 2026 election victory

Elections

Justice-elect Chris Taylor on her 2026 election victory

Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice-elect Chris Taylor discusses her perspective on the role of the judiciary and winning the 2026 race for a seat on the high court in an election night victory speech.

Wednesday April 8, 2026


Gerrymandering, mail-in ballots and the 2026 spring election

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Gerrymandering, mail-in ballots and the 2026 spring election

Judges reject a congressional redistricting case, the Trump administration seeks to block mail-in ballots and Wisconsin's 2026 Supreme Court election arrives — Inside Wisconsin Politics examines each.

Thursday April 2, 2026


Wisconsin’s 2026 Supreme Court candidates get out the vote

Elections

Wisconsin’s 2026 Supreme Court candidates get out the vote

The 2026 race between Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor for the Wisconsin Supreme Court will not determine its balance of power, but partisan efforts to turn out voters are considering long-term control.

Wednesday April 1, 2026


Robert Yablon on ideas to change recusal rules for Wisconsin

Courts

Robert Yablon on ideas to change recusal rules for Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin Law School professor Robert Yablon describes how state standards for recusal by judges and justices might be changed in terms of financial support and who makes the decision.

Tuesday March 31, 2026


Robert Yablon on judge recusal rules and a rise in requests

Courts

Robert Yablon on judge recusal rules and a rise in requests

University of Wisconsin Law School professor Robert Yablon describes standards of recusal for judges and justices as requests for the action increase in response to campaign donations and statements.

Monday March 30, 2026


Why voters should follow Wisconsin’s 2026 Supreme Court race

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Why voters should follow Wisconsin’s 2026 Supreme Court race

The 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court race has a lower profile than previous contests, but its outcome is still consequential — Inside Wisconsin Politics examines candidates Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor.

Thursday March 26, 2026


Wisconsin’s 2026 Supreme Court race and the issue of recusal

Elections

Wisconsin’s 2026 Supreme Court race and the issue of recusal

Wisconsin Supreme Court justices are being asked to recuse themselves from cases more often — candidates in the state's 2026 high court race share how they consider this question about court rules.

Wednesday March 25, 2026


Abortion laws and Wisconsin’s 2026 candidates for governor

Elections

Abortion laws and Wisconsin’s 2026 candidates for governor

Republican and Democratic candidates in the 2026 race for governor of Wisconsin consider how the state regulates abortion and whether or not they would seek changes to laws concerning access or limits.

Friday March 20, 2026


The yellow Inside Wisconsin Politics logo, the Wisconsin Public Radio logo, the PBS Wisconsin logo, and a man in a tan blazer speaking into a microphone.

Inside Wisconsin Politics

Lawmaker retirements, online sports betting and data centers

The state Senate ends a session with lawmakers announcing retirements and weighing bills addressing online sports betting, UW athletes and data centers — Inside Wisconsin Politics breaks it down.

Thursday March 19, 2026


Maria Lazar, Chris Taylor on Wisconsin’s abortion ban ruling

Elections

Maria Lazar, Chris Taylor on Wisconsin’s abortion ban ruling

Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor discuss their perspectives on the high court's 4-3 decision in 2025 that overturned an 1849 state law that had banned abortions.

Wednesday March 18, 2026


Maria Lazar, Chris Taylor on Wisconsin’s 2020 vote lawsuit

Elections

Maria Lazar, Chris Taylor on Wisconsin’s 2020 vote lawsuit

Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor discuss the high court's 4-3 decision to reject "Trump v. Biden," a lawsuit to throw out some 220,000 ballots cast in the 2020 election.

Thursday March 12, 2026


What Wisconsin’s 2026 governor candidates say about mining

Elections

What Wisconsin’s 2026 governor candidates say about mining

Republican and Democratic candidates in the 2026 race for governor of Wisconsin describe their stance on potential changes to state laws that regulate mining as exploratory drilling is conducted.

Wednesday March 11, 2026


Chris Taylor on issues for Wisconsin Supreme Court justices

Elections

Chris Taylor on issues for Wisconsin Supreme Court justices

Wisconsin Court of Appeals District IV Judge Chris Taylor, a liberal running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court in 2026, discusses campaign donations, recusal and the roles of precedent and standing.

Tuesday March 10, 2026


Dave Blouin on the past and present of mining in Wisconsin

Environment

Dave Blouin on the past and present of mining in Wisconsin

Sierra Club Wisconsin Chapter state mining chair Dave Blouin describes differences between how mining was historically conducted in the state and the contemporary practice of metallic sulfide mining.

Tuesday March 10, 2026


Maria Lazar on issues for Wisconsin Supreme Court justices

Elections

Maria Lazar on issues for Wisconsin Supreme Court justices

Wisconsin Court of Appeals District II Judge Maria Lazar, a conservative running for the Wisconsin Supreme Court in 2026, discusses campaign donations, recusal and the roles of precedent and standing.

Monday March 9, 2026


Steve Donohue on the geology of minerals in the Bend Deposit

Science

Steve Donohue on the geology of minerals in the Bend Deposit

GreenLight Metals independent director and mining consultant Steve Donohue describes the geological history of the Bend Deposit in northern Wisconsin and metals being sought in exploratory drilling.

Monday March 9, 2026


The Bend Deposit and mining prospects for northern Wisconsin

Economy

The Bend Deposit and mining prospects for northern Wisconsin

GreenLight Metals is conducting exploratory drilling in Taylor County to assess whether the levels of copper and other minerals in the Bend Deposit would make mining profitable as global demand grows.

Tuesday March 3, 2026


Wisconsin’s 2026 governor candidates consider state prisons

Elections

Wisconsin’s 2026 governor candidates consider state prisons

Democratic and Republican candidates in the 2026 race for governor of Wisconsin respond to a plan by Gov. Tony Evers to overhaul the state's corrections system and how they would approach the issue.

Wednesday February 25, 2026


A still image shows Zac Schultz standing in the state Capitol building with two large green stone pillars on either side.

Politics

Zac Schultz on Speaker Robin Vos retiring from the Assembly

PBS Wisconsin senior political reporter Zac Schultz discusses the significance of Republican Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos announcing that he will not run for another term in the 2026 election.

Friday February 20, 2026


Data centers and Wisconsin’s 2026 candidates for governor

Elections

Data centers and Wisconsin’s 2026 candidates for governor

Republican and Democratic candidates in the 2026 race for governor of Wisconsin share their perspective on the state's role in regulating the development of data centers and their demand for energy.

Wednesday February 18, 2026


Chris Taylor on the 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court race

Elections

Chris Taylor on the 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court race

Wisconsin Court of Appeals District IV Judge Chris Taylor, a liberal running for an open Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, discusses her perspectives on law and the politics of judicial elections.

Wednesday February 11, 2026


Maria Lazar, Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate, speaking during an interview, with on-screen text “MARIA LAZAR” and “WISCONSIN SUPREME COURT CANDIDATE.

Elections

Maria Lazar on the 2026 Wisconsin Supreme Court race

Wisconsin Court of Appeals District II Judge Maria Lazar, a conservative running for an open Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, discusses her perspectives on law and the politics of judicial elections.

Wednesday February 4, 2026


A still image shows an elementary school math book opened on a desk and in front of the desk are children sitting in a classroom.

Elections

Wisconsin’s 2026 governor candidates consider school funding

Democratic and Republican candidates in the 2026 race for governor of Wisconsin offer their thoughts on how public schools in the state are funded and their plans for the school choice voucher system.

Friday January 30, 2026


Wisconsin’s 2026 Supreme Court candidates on ICE and the law

Courts

Wisconsin’s 2026 Supreme Court candidates on ICE and the law

Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor — candidates for the Wisconsin Supreme Court in 2026 — discuss the role of courts and status of constitutional rights concerning Homeland Security actions in Minnesota.

Thursday January 29, 2026


Chris McIntosh on transparency in the NCAA’s policy for NIL

Economy

Chris McIntosh on transparency in the NCAA’s policy for NIL

UW-Madison Athletic Director Chris McIntosh discusses opportunities for college athletes to get paid through Name, Image and Likeness contracts and fan concerns over the transparency of NCAA policies.

Wednesday January 28, 2026


Chris McIntosh, Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin on NCAA transfer

Education

Chris McIntosh, Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin on NCAA transfer

UW-Madison Athletic Director Chris McIntosh and Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin discuss how the NCAA transfer portal affects educational experiences and financial goals of participating student athletes.

Tuesday January 27, 2026


Chris McIntosh on lower ticket sales for Wisconsin football

Education

Chris McIntosh on lower ticket sales for Wisconsin football

UW-Madison Athletic Director Chris McIntosh considers impacts of a decline in Wisconsin Badgers football season ticket sales for the 2025 season and the significance of that revenue to the university.

Monday January 26, 2026


Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin, Chris McIntosh on UW football

Education

Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin, Chris McIntosh on UW football

UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin and Athletic Director Chris McIntosh consider the performance of and expectations for the Wisconsin Badgers football team in a changing college sports landscape.

Friday January 23, 2026


How Wisconsin’s 2026 governor candidates view bipartisanship

Elections

How Wisconsin’s 2026 governor candidates view bipartisanship

Candidates in Wisconsin's Republican and Democratic primaries in the 2026 race for governor describe their perspective on and experiences working across the aisle with members of the opposing party.

Wednesday January 21, 2026


What Wisconsin’s 2026 governor hopefuls want to pursue first

Elections

What Wisconsin’s 2026 governor hopefuls want to pursue first

Candidates in Wisconsin's Democratic and Republican primaries in the 2026 race for governor share what policies they would pursue first alongside the state Legislature if they are elected to office.

Friday January 16, 2026


Joel Brennan on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Elections

Joel Brennan on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Former state Dept. of Administration Sec. Joel Brennan discusses issues central to the 2026 election for Wisconsin governor, from data centers to education funding and tax policy to housing costs.

Thursday January 15, 2026


Missy Hughes on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Elections

Missy Hughes on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes discusses issues central to the 2026 election for Wisconsin governor, from data centers to education funding and tax policy to housing costs.

Wednesday January 14, 2026


Mandela Barnes on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Elections

Mandela Barnes on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes discusses issues central to the 2026 election for Wisconsin governor, from data centers to education funding and tax policy to housing costs.

Wednesday January 14, 2026


Francesca Hong on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Elections

Francesca Hong on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

State Rep. Francesca Hong, D-Madison, discusses issues central to the 2026 election for Wisconsin governor, from data centers to education funding and tax policy to housing costs.

Tuesday January 13, 2026


Kelda Roys on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Elections

Kelda Roys on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

State Sen. Kelda Roys, D-Madison, discusses issues central to the 2026 election for Wisconsin governor, from data centers to education funding and tax policy to housing costs.

Tuesday January 13, 2026


David Crowley on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Elections

David Crowley on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley discusses issues central to the 2026 election for Wisconsin governor, from data centers to education funding and tax policy to housing costs.

Thursday January 8, 2026


Sara Rodriguez on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Elections

Sara Rodriguez on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez discusses issues central to the 2026 election for Wisconsin governor, from data centers to education funding and tax policy to housing costs.

Thursday January 8, 2026


Josh Schoemann on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Elections

Josh Schoemann on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann discusses issues central to the 2026 election for Wisconsin governor, from data centers to education funding and tax policy to housing costs.

Wednesday January 7, 2026


Tom Tiffany on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

Elections

Tom Tiffany on issues in Wisconsin’s 2026 governor’s race

U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-7th Congressional District, discusses issues central to the 2026 election for Wisconsin governor, from data centers to education funding and tax policy to housing costs.

Wednesday January 7, 2026


A fresco with the painted words THE • WILL • OF • THE • PEOPLE • IS • THE • LAW • OF • THE • LAND is framed by painted carved wood in flower, leaf and fruit motifs.

Elections

The 2026 election for Wisconsin governor begins with competitive primary campaigns

An open seat in Wisconsin's governor's office is setting up vigorous Democratic and Republican primaries in the 2026 election cycle, with candidates in both parties sharing thoughts about how they seek to win support from voters.

Tuesday January 6, 2026


Side-by-side images show Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor posing for portraits.

Elections

Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor face off in the 2026 election for an open Wisconsin Supreme Court seat

Two state Court of Appeals judges are running in the 2026 election for an open seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, but both have partisan alignments that have come to define races for the state's high court.

Monday January 5, 2026


Speaker Robin Vos on a 2026 agenda for Wisconsin Republicans

Politics

Speaker Robin Vos on a 2026 agenda for Wisconsin Republicans

Speaker Robin Vos, R-Rochester, discusses outcomes of the 2025 legislative session in the Wisconsin Assembly and what policies the Republican caucus is prioritizing going into the 2026 elections.

Wednesday December 31, 2025


Rep. Greta Neubauer on a 2026 agenda for Wisconsin Democrats

Politics

Rep. Greta Neubauer on a 2026 agenda for Wisconsin Democrats

State Rep. Greta Neubauer, D-Racine, discusses outcomes of the 2025 legislative session in the Wisconsin Assembly and what policies the Democratic caucus is prioritizing going into the 2026 elections.

Tuesday December 30, 2025


A still image shows Mandela Barnes seated on the 'Here & Now' satellite set featuring a gradient background, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Mandela Barnes' and '(D) candidate for Governor.'

Elections

Mandela Barnes on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes discusses why he is running in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

Friday December 19, 2025


A still image shows Missy Hughes seated on the 'Here & Now' satellite set featuring a gradient background, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Missy Hughes' and '(D) candidate for governor.'

Elections

Missy Hughes on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

Former WEDC CEO Missy Hughes discusses why she is running in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

Friday December 19, 2025


A still image shows Francesca Hong seated on the 'Here & Now' satellite set featuring a gradient background, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Francesca Hong' and '(D) candidate for governor.'

Elections

Francesca Hong on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

State Rep. Francesca Hong, D-Madison, discusses why she is running in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

Friday December 19, 2025


A still image shows Joel Brennan seated on the 'Here & Now' satellite set featuring a gradient background, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Joel Brennan' and '(D) candidate for governor.'

Elections

Joel Brennan on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

Former state Dept. of Administration Sec. Joel Brennan discusses why he is running in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

Friday December 19, 2025


A still image shows Sara Rodriguez seated on the 'Here & Now' satellite set featuring a gradient background, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Sara Rodriguez' and '(D) Candidate for Governor.'

Elections

Sara Rodriguez on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez discusses why she is running in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

Friday December 12, 2025


A still image shows David Crowley seated on the 'Here & Now' satellite set featuring a gradient background, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'David Crowley' and '(D) Candidate for Governor.'

Elections

David Crowley on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley discusses why he is running in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

Friday December 12, 2025


A still image shows Kelda Roys seated on the 'Here & Now' satellite set featuring a gradient background, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Kelda Roys' and '(D) Candidate for Governor.'

Elections

Kelda Roys on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

State Sen. Kelda Roys, D-Madison, discusses why she is running in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

Friday December 12, 2025


A still image shows Josh Schoemann seated on the 'Here & Now' satellite set featuring a gradient background.

Elections

Josh Schoemann on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

Washington County Executive Josh Schoemann discusses why he is running in the Republican primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

Friday December 5, 2025


A still image shows U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany seated on the 'Here & Now' satellite set featuring a gradient background, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Tom Tiffany' and '(R) Candidate for Governor.'

Elections

Tom Tiffany on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-7th Congressional District, discusses why he is running in the Republican primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

Friday December 5, 2025


Zac Schultz and Rebecca Mnookin sit facing each other on the Here & Now set.

Politics

‘Here & Now’ Highlights: US Rep. Glenn Grothman, US Rep. Mark Pocan, Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin

Here's what guests on the Oct. 24, 2025 episode said about the ongoing federal government shutdown and a new program at UW-Madison focused on promoting civil dialogue.

Monday October 27, 2025


A still image shows Glenn Grothman seated in a room with green walls, with a graphic at the bottom that reads 'Manitowoc,' 'U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman' and '(R) 6th Congressional District.'

Politics

US Rep. Glenn Grothman on 2025 government shutdown politics

U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-6th Congressional District, discusses the ongoing 2025 federal government shutdown, timelines and terms of continuing resolutions, and the political stance of Republicans.

Friday October 24, 2025


A still image shows Mark Pocan seated at the 'Here & Now' set featuring wood paneling, with a graphic at bottom reading 'U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan' and '(D) 2nd Congressional District.'

Politics

US Rep. Mark Pocan on 2025 government shutdown politics

U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan, D-2nd Congressional District, discusses the ongoing 2025 federal government shutdown, timelines and terms of continuing resolutions, and the political stance of Democrats.

Friday October 24, 2025


A still image shows Jennifer Mnookin seated at the 'Here & Now' set featuring wood paneling, with a graphic at bottom reading 'Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin' and 'UW-Madison.'

Education

Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin on civil discourse at UW-Madison

UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin discusses the launch and goals of the Wisconsin Exchange, a program seeking to support civil dialogue at the university amid free speech controversies on campus.

Friday October 24, 2025


Doug Rebout on soybean farm uncertainty and forward planning

Agriculture

Doug Rebout on soybean farm uncertainty and forward planning

Wisconsin Soybeans Association President and Rock County farmer Doug Rebout explains how shifting crop prices lead farmers to look ahead to and make plans for selling the following season's harvest.

Wednesday October 8, 2025


Andy Bensend on the math of growing and selling soybeans

Agriculture

Andy Bensend on the math of growing and selling soybeans

Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board member and Barron County farmer Andy Bensend details how changes in the price of soybeans affects bottom lines of farms that grow at scale and have inflexible costs.

Tuesday October 7, 2025


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