Category Archives: State News
Man Charged After Alleged Attack on Milwaukee Bus Driver
A Milwaukee man is facing charges for allegedly assaulting a Milwaukee County bus driver. The incident reportedly happened after a rider missed their stop, prompting the suspect, Daniel Kasten, to yel...
Aug 26, 2025
Madison Priest Arrested in Child Enticement Sting in Clintonville
A Madison-based priest has been arrested on child enticement charges. This arrest comes after allegedly attempting to meet a 14-year-old girl for sex. Police say 37-year-old Andrew Showers drove to Cl...
Aug 26, 2025
Former Milwaukee Police Department Worker Accused of Election Fraud
A former Milwaukee Police Department staff member is facing charges related to election fraud. Authorities claim the suspect, Marcey Patterson, voted in Milwaukee elections despite actually residing o...
Aug 26, 2025
Hazmat Team Called After Chemical Dumping in Cottage Grove
An investigation is underway after chemicals were reportedly dumped near Madison. This took place along County Highway N in Cottage Grove early Sunday. The Madison Fire Department responded to the 270...
Aug 25, 2025
Eau Claire Contractor Accused of Defrauding Clients
A Chippewa Valley home renovation contractor is facing criminal charges after allegedly stealing large sums from clients. Anthony Brooks, owner of Brooks Home Renovation, has been charged with 14 coun...
Aug 25, 2025
UW-Madison to Discontinue Longstanding Tutoring Program
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has announced the closure of its long-running tutoring initiative, Academic Coaching to Thrive and Succeed (ACTS). According to a university statement, similar acad...
Aug 25, 2025 Jason Dean / CC
Milwaukee Police Chase Ends with Fatal Crash
Authorities are searching for a suspect who fled the scene of a deadly crash. The crash occurred following a police chase Saturday evening (August 23rd). Milwaukee police say the man, who was being so...
Aug 25, 2025
Low-Tech Wisconsin Group Shows How to Live Sustainably
A Wisconsin nonprofit is working to find sustainable and resilient living solutions that are not reliant on technology. Scott Johnson, director of the Low Technology Institute, located in the town of ...
Aug 24, 2025
Sen. Baldwin Introduces Military Healthcare Measure
A Wisconsin Senator in Washington has introduced a measure that aims to provide premium-free medical insurance coverage for all members of the National Guard and Reserve. Sen. Tammy Baldwin's Healthca...
Aug 24, 2025
Child Injured In Kenosha After Accessing Police Officer's Gun
A nine-year-old from Kenosha was hurt Tuesday after accidentally discharging a firearm. The firearm involved reportedly belonged to a Kenosha police officer. Authorities report the child managed to op...
Aug 22, 2025
