X posts said Robert Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, is a “registered Republican.” In Illinois, voters do not register by party; they declare a party if voting in a primary. Leo voted in Republican primaries from 2012 through 2016, county records show.
Robert Prevost, the Roman Catholic cardinal who was chosen to be the new pope, is a “registered Republican.”
Source: Politifacts.com
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Wisconsin AM News Summary
by Sean.Maloney@learfield.com on June 9, 2026 at 12:05 PM
New report shows WI ranks high for overall child well-being, but racial disparities exist (UNDATED) A new national report shows Wisconsin ranks high overall for child well-being, but deep racial disparities are holding many families back. The 2026 […]
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Wisconsin AM Sports
by bscott@wrn.com on June 9, 2026 at 11:06 AM
The Brewers won a back-and-forth matchup with the Las Vegas A’s, pulling out a 15-14 win in 12-innings on Monday night. The Brewers had 18-hits and four home runs in the win. – The Packers open their 3-day mandatory minicamp today […]
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WISCONSIN PM SPORTS
by dougrussell@wrn.com on June 8, 2026 at 11:49 PM
The Brewers head to Las Vegas, and the Packers head to minicamp.
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Wisconsin PM News Summary
by ted.ehlen@learfield.com on June 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Man involved in 2023 killing of five-year-old Milwaukee boy sentenced to life in prison (MILWAUKEE) One of two people involved in the killing of a five-year-old Milwaukee boy in 2023 is sentenced to life in prison. 18-year-old Erik Mendoza pleaded […]
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O’Dell Judith V. Age 80 of Mauston
by WRJC WebMaster on June 8, 2026 at 2:53 PM
Judith V. O’Dell, age 80 of Mauston, WI., passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at the UW Hospital in Madison. Judith was the daughter of Stanley F. and Josephine (Bloniarz) Uliasz and was born on March 26, 1945, in Chicago, IL. The year […]
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Wisconsin AM News Summary
by bhague@wrn.com on June 8, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Trump holds roundtable with Wisconsin farmers (CHIPPEWA COUNTY) President Donald Trump had a farmer-focused stop in Wisconsin Friday. Congressman Derrick Van Orden warmed up the crowd at Custer Farms in Chippewa County. During a roundtable […]
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WRN Daily: Trump offers assurances regarding Iran war during Wisconsin farm visit
by bhague@wrn.com on June 8, 2026 at 12:05 PM
President Donald Trump, at a Chippewa County farm Friday, said the war with Iran is “nearly settled.” The president took part in a roundtable with farmers at Custer Farms in Chippewa County. “But we’re going to come out and […]
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WISCONSIN AM SPORTS
by dougrussell@wrn.com on June 8, 2026 at 7:24 AM
The Brewers sweep the Rockies, and a down-to-the-wire finish at the American Family Insurance Golf Championship in Madison.
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WRN Daily: Regents Approve Tuition Hike for Fourth Straight Year
by Sean.Maloney@learfield.com on June 5, 2026 at 12:05 PM
The Universities of Wisconsin Board of Regents has approved a fourth consecutive year of tuition increases, setting off a debate over affordability and the financial needs of the university system. Following Thursday’s vote, in-state […]
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