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Primaries in Midwest States Test Progressive Candidates, Colombia Issues 'Red Alert' After Earthquake

Primary elections took place in Minnesota and Wisconsin, with races including a bid for governor in Wisconsin and contests for progressive candidates. Meanwhile, Colombia activated a 'red alert' following a 6.1 magnitude earthquake.

08/23/2026 · Orange County edition

Voters in Minnesota and Wisconsin participated in primary elections, with outcomes expected to indicate voter preferences ahead of general elections. These contests featured races for congressional seats and state offices, including a gubernatorial primary in Wisconsin.

In Wisconsin, one focus was the Democratic primary for governor, where a candidate identifying as a democratic socialist sought the nomination. Analysts monitored these elections to gauge the performance of progressive candidates in the Midwest region.

Simultaneously, Colombia issued a 'red alert' after a 6.1 magnitude earthquake. The country's emergency services initiated response protocols following the seismic event.

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