Category Archives: State News
UW Madison Researcher Appeals for Assistance in Recovering Lost Boat on Lake Michigan
A researcher at UW-Madison, Chelsea Volpano, is seeking assistance in locating her missing research vessel. Volpano reported that her small research boat drifted away on Lake Michigan on Monday, sever...
Nov 02, 2023
Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Two Western Wisconsin Deer
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the presence of chronic wasting disease in two deer from western Wisconsin. One deer, taken from Polk County, is the first to test positive ...
Nov 02, 2023 white-tailed deer in fall field in rutt
Charges Filed in 2020 Delavan Hit-and-Run Fatality
Charges have been brought against 35-year-old Travis Brown of Whitewater in connection with a fatal hit-and-run that occurred in 2020. Brown stands accused of striking and killing Noe Rendon, Jr. outs...
Nov 02, 2023
Finances Take Center Stage in Waukesha County Eye Drops Murder Trial
The Waukesha County eye drops murder trial's focus shifted to financial matters as prosecutors called a Waukesha County Sheriff's detective to the stand. The detective discussed the alleged theft of $...
Nov 02, 2023
Dane County Board Calls on Citizens to Support Veterans with Operation Green Light
A heartfelt initiative to express gratitude to those who have served our nation is just around the corner. "Operation Green Light For Veterans" is scheduled to run from November 6th through the 12th. ...
Nov 01, 2023
Governor Evers Initiates Lawsuit Against GOP Lawmakers Over Pay Raises and Conservation Projects
Governor Tony Evers has filed a lawsuit against several Republican lawmakers for their actions regarding pay raises for University of Wisconsin employees and the rejection of conservation projects. Ev...
Nov 01, 2023 Governor Tony Evers Official Portrait
Chemical Manufacturing Company Settles Air Pollution Case with State
In response to alleged air pollution violations, a chemical manufacturing company, ChemDesign Products, Inc., has agreed to a settlement with the state. The company will pay $150,000 in connection wit...
Nov 01, 2023
Suspects in Child Murder Case Make Court Appearances
Two suspects facing charges in the tragic murder of a five-year-old boy appeared separately in court on Tuesday. David Pietura, aged 27, and Erik Mendoza, aged 15, are accused in the murder of Prince ...
Nov 01, 2023
DNR Reminds Bow Hunters to Test for CWD
Archery and crossbow deer season is in full swing, but with this comes the risk of chronic wasting disease. Now is the perfect time to make your plans for CWD sampling to help slow the spread of this ...
Oct 31, 2023 white-tailed deer in fall field in rutt
Governor Evers Unveils '175 Years of Wisconsinites' as the 2023 Holiday Tree Theme
While it may still be Halloween, Governor Tony Evers has revealed the theme for this year's State Capitol Holiday Tree. The chosen theme is '175 Years of Wisconsinites.' In addition, the governor has ...
Oct 31, 2023 Governor Tony Evers Official Portrait
