Category Archives: State News
Massive Palmyra Fire Draws Crews from Multiple Counties
A large fire destroyed a Jefferson County business and prompted assistance from fire departments across several counties. Crews responded early yesterday morning to AJ Anich Lumber - Pal Steel Company...
Jan 21, 2026
Three Arrested in Rusk County Kidnapping Investigation
Authorities in Rusk County have arrested three people following a kidnapping investigation involving a missing child. The case began in November after officials in Kossuth County, Iowa, reported the c...
Jan 21, 2026 CC / depositphotos
Former Sun Prairie School Administrator to Plead Guilty
A former administrator at Sun Prairie West High School has agreed to plead guilty in a federal child exploitation case. Court records show former dean of students Robert Gilkey-Meisegeier has entered ...
Jan 21, 2026
Mercyhealth Opens New Occupational Clinic in Beloit
Beloit residents now have access to a new health care facility. Mercyhealth has opened an occupational health clinic located at 1400 Inman Parkway. The clinic will provide services such as treatment f...
Jan 20, 2026
Beaver Dam Apartment Fire Leaves Residents Displaced
An apartment fire in Beaver Dam caused damage but no injuries. Fire crews responded yesterday morning after a caller reported smoke coming from a 16-unit apartment building. Firefighters found flames ...
Jan 20, 2026
Madison Marks MLK Day With Capitol Ceremony
State and local leaders gathered at the Wisconsin State Capitol to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during a ceremony held in 2026. Journalist Ahmed Baba delivered the keynote address, n...
Jan 20, 2026 Unseen Histories / Unsplash
Former Marquette Athlete Charged in Child Sex Case
A former athlete from Marquette University is facing multiple child sex crime charges. According to court records, William Waterstradt was charged last week in Langlade County with 12 felony counts. T...
Jan 20, 2026
Shelter from the Storm Takes In Dozens of Animals After Rescue Call
A Juneau County animal shelter is working to make room for veterinary patients after taking in a large number of animals. Shelter from the Storm Animal Rescue reports it accepted 50 animals last week ...
Jan 19, 2026
Salem Lakes Firefighter Treated After Falling Into Basement During Fire
A Salem Lakes firefighter sustained minor injuries after falling through a floor while responding to a house fire. Fire Chief Al Carr says the firefighter fell into the basement of a home on Rock Lake...
Jan 19, 2026 D4E / CC
Students Walk Out to Protest Principal's Return at Prairie Phoenix Academy
Students at Prairie Phoenix Academy staged a walkout on Friday to protest the return of their school's principal. The group left class and marched in winter conditions to the Sun Prairie School Distri...
Jan 19, 2026
