Category Archives: State News
Department of Health Services Shares Coping Tips for People Affected by Recent Storms
Storms don't only damage property, they can affect your state of mind, and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has tips to help people cope with the stress and unexpected changes natural...
Aug 4, 2019 texaus1 / CC
First Wisconsin Case of EEE Confirmed in Horse in Barron County
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory confirm that a horse in Barron County tested positive for Eastern equi...
Aug 4, 2019 Jean / CC
BBB Tip: Back to School Shopping
Parents and students expect to spend more than ever on back-to-school shopping this year, according to the National Retail Federation's annual survey. If you, or a student in your life, is shopping fo...
Aug 4, 2019 William Warby / CC
Presidential Candidates Urged to Make Great Lakes a Priority
The Democratic White House hopefuls squared off in the second round of debates earlier this week, and they were being asked to explain how they plan to protect Lake Superior and the other Great Lakes....
Aug 3, 2019
DNR Warns of Hunting and Fishing License Scam
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is urging the public to beware of online hunting and fishing license scams leaving purchasers with an empty hook and wallet. The DNR is aware of at least ...
Aug 3, 2019
Department of Health Services urges Wisconsinites to avoid vaping and e-cigarettes
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has received 11 cases of teenagers and young adults hospitalized with severe lung disease that has been linked to recent vaping. Seven other cases are...
Aug 2, 2019 Sodanie Chea / CC
Chief Says Man Shot In Chippewa Falls Has History Of Using Weapons
The 48-year-old man shot in Chippewa Falls Thursday by a member of a regional SWAT team has a criminal history which includes weapon use. The suspect's name hasn't been released. Chippewa Falls Police...
Aug 2, 2019
UW Football Player Danny Davis Calls Taking Photos Of Women "A Big Mistake"
University of Wisconsin football player Danny Davis tells the courtroom his decision to take photos of two women -- one naked -- was "a big mistake." Davis gave testimony in the sexual assault trial o...
Aug 2, 2019 Blogtrepreneur / CC
19-Year-Old Driver Killed When His Vehicle Was Hit By Stolen Car Trying To Elude Police
A 19-year-old Milwaukee man died when his vehicle was hit while he drove through an intersection early Thursday morning. The car that hit him was stolen and was being chased by police. The family iden...
Aug 2, 2019 Matt Madd / CC
New Policy Means Shiocton Students Can't Bring Backpacks To Class
Students at Shiocton High School will notice one important rule change very quickly when they return to class. The district says those students can carry purses and their school-supplied computer bags...
Aug 2, 2019
