Tony Evers says Wisconsin's priorities are 'out of whack,' floats tax hikes

MADISON — Democratic candidate for governor Tony Evers says he's considering tax hikes on the wealthy and on gasoline to realign the state's spending toward the working class, roads and K-12 education.Evers has also proposed a 10 percent increase to school funding, and Republicans say his plans will lead to massive tax increases.

Wisconsin governor, Senate debate set for same night

MADISON — Candidates for governor and U.S. Senate in Wisconsin will both be debating, in separate cities, on the night of Oct. 19.The governor's debate sponsored by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association was originally announced for Oct. 5.But the WBA Foundation announced Thursday that the debate day had been changed to Oct. 19.