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Karen Stokes
Civic Media
Karen Stokes is a Milwaukee-based freelance journalist with more than 16 years of experience reporting on local and national politics, as well as community interest stories that highlight culture, social issues, and civic engagement for local, regional, and national publications.
Wisconsin heads to the polls Tuesday in August primary election
By
Henry Redman / Wisconsin Examiner
Aug 11, 2026, 1:03 PM CT
As we celebrate our 250th birthday, let’s protect our national wonders
By
Katelynn Rolfes / Minnesota Reformer
Aug 11, 2026, 7:46 AM CT
When to expect results in Wisconsin’s 2026 primary election
By
Alexander Shur / Votebeat
Aug 11, 2026, 7:42 AM CT
Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial candidates make their final pitch before Election Day
By
Baylor Spears / Wisconsin Examiner, Isiah Holmes / Wisconsin Examiner, Erik Gunn / Wisconsin Examiner
Aug 11, 2026, 7:36 AM CT
Viroqua to receive $2.5 million loan from USDA
Aug 11, 2026, 7:30 AM CT