Category Archives: State News
Three Killed in Rock County Collision
Three individuals lost their lives in a collision in Rock County involving a van, an SUV, and a truck. The incident occurred near East County Line Road and US 12 in Lima Township on Saturday afternoon...
Apr 15, 2024
Fatal Fire Claims Life of Woman in Milwaukee; Firefighter Suffers Burns
A fire broke out early Sunday morning (April 14th) near 8th and Hayes in Milwaukee, claiming the life of an elderly woman and causing serious burns to a firefighter. The blaze engulfed three houses, w...
Apr 15, 2024
Armed Robber Receives Prison Sentence in Chippewa Falls
Elijah Johnson, 24, has been sentenced to six-and-a-half years in prison for an armed robbery incident in Chippewa Falls. Johnson was convicted of forcibly entering an apartment in the 700 block of Ha...
Apr 15, 2024
Beloit Police Rescue Individual from House Fire
Beloit police officers are being hailed for their heroic efforts in rescuing an individual from a house fire over the weekend. Responding to a call on Saturday night, the officers arrived first at the...
Apr 15, 2024 Megan Lee / Unsplash
Park Falls Shooting Leaves One Dead, Suspect Apprehended
Authorities in Park Falls have detained a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred over the weekend. The incident, which took place on Saturday afternoon, resulted in the discovery of...
Apr 15, 2024 Row of police cars, with blue and red flashing sirens. selective focus
WI, Other States Prepare for New PFAS Drinking Water Rule
Efforts to limit human exposure to so-called forever chemicals continue to unfold in Wisconsin. Meanwhile, advocates are hopeful residents will be protected by a new national drinking water standard. ...
Apr 13, 2024 Eric Norris / CC
Wisconsin Schools Chief Warns of Escalating Teacher Retention and Shortage Issues
Wisconsin's Superintendent of Schools has characterized the state's current teacher shortage as a crisis. The Department of Public Instruction recently released a report highlighting concerning statis...
Apr 12, 2024
Democratic State Representative Expresses Concern Over Potential UW Budget Cuts
State Representative Katrina Shankland, a Democrat representing Stevens Point, has raised concerns about possible budget cuts affecting the University of Wisconsin (UW) system. Shankland pointed out l...
Apr 12, 2024
Teen Sentenced for 2022 Shawano County Bonfire Explosion Incident
Sam Armstrong, the teenager involved in the 2022 bonfire explosion incident in Shawano County, has been handed a prison sentence. Armstrong, aged 18, was sentenced to one year in prison and five years...
Apr 12, 2024
Verdict Reached in Apple River Stabbings Case
Nicolae Miu has been found guilty in the case involving the stabbing incident at Apple River. The jury's decision holds Miu accountable for the stabbing of five individuals, resulting in the death of ...
Apr 12, 2024
