Category Archives: State News
Wisconsin Civics Games State Finals
A $2,000 scholarship is on the line for the students across Wisconsin attending the 2024 Wisconsin Civics Games state final competition. The $2,000 scholarship is for any Wisconsin college or universi...
May 12, 2024
DATCP Potato Board Election Includes Manitowoc Area District
The DATCP has certified three nominees that are eligible to be elected to the Wisconsin Potato Industry Board. Roderick Gumz of Endeavor is looking to represent District 3, which includes Manitowoc an...
May 11, 2024
Drought Conditions Improve Across Wisconsin
After experiencing severe drought conditions in early April, Wisconsin has seen a significant improvement, with only 20 percent of the state now affected by drought. Thanks to abundant rainfall throug...
May 10, 2024 JD Fahey / CC
Ascension Hospital Faces Continued Disruption Due to Cyberattack
Ascension Hospital in Milwaukee continues to grapple with disruptions caused by a recent cyberattack, leading to the cancellation of surgeries and delays in medical appointments. The attack has render...
May 10, 2024
Milwaukee Teacher Under Scrutiny for Alleged Assault on High School Student
Milwaukee Police have arrested a 61-year-old teacher following allegations of assaulting a 16-year-old student at Washington High School. Details surrounding the incident remain undisclosed, with Milw...
May 10, 2024
Suspect Pleads Guilty to Homicide in Kenosha County Homicide
Chrystul Kizer, accused of killing Randall Volar in 2018, pleaded guilty to homicide in Kenosha County. Kizer claimed that Volar had been sex trafficking her, leading to her actions. Despite initially...
May 10, 2024
Eau Claire Felon Receives Prison Sentence for Gun and Drug Possession
A federal judge has sentenced 26-year-old Nathaniel Larson to four years in prison for possession of drugs and a loaded firearm in Eau Claire. Last July, Eau Claire Police discovered heroin and fentan...
May 10, 2024
Tittl Named Chair of Legislative Study Committee on Sandhill Crane Population
An Eastern Wisconsin legislator is going to be the man in charge of a legislative study committee. Assemblyman Paul Tittl of Manitowoc announced that he will be serving as the Chair of the Legislative...
May 09, 2024
Wisconsin Introduces New Specialty License Plates for Suicide Prevention and Animal Welfare
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has unveiled two new specialty license plates dedicated to suicide prevention and promoting spaying, neutering, and adoption of animals. Similar to other spe...
May 09, 2024
Milwaukee Enhances Public Transit for Summerfest
In preparation for Summerfest, Milwaukee authorities have announced plans to enhance public transit accessibility by linking The Hop's two lines and utilizing all five cars simultaneously. This initia...
May 09, 2024 Scott Feldstein / CC
