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 and Sheboygan Counties, among others, while Eric Schroeder of Deerbrook is running in District 1, and James Okray of Steve...
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 throughout April, 80 percent of the state has recovered from the drought. However, parts of the northwoods and southwestern Wi...
May 10, 2024
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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 rendered medical records inaccessible to doctors, exacerbating the crisis. Although the perpetrators and motives behind the ha...
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 Milwaukee Public Schools offering minimal information. Prosecutors are expected to determine whether formal charges will be ...
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 securing release from jail, Kizer faced subsequent arrest for assaulting another individual she accused of sex traffick...
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 fentanyl in Larson's possession during a routine traffic stop, along with a loaded handgun in his vehicle. As a convicted felo...
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 Study Committee on Sandhill Crane Population. The committee will be reviewing and recommending options related to the m...
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 specialty plates in the state, proceeds from these plates will be directed towards specified charities. The plates will inc...
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 initiative aims to facilitate transportation to the festival grounds, particularly the north gate accessible from the Couture....
May 09, 2024
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UW-Milwaukee Chancellor Urges Conclusion of Protest Camps
Chancellor Mark Mone of UW-Milwaukee has issued a statement urging protesters on campus to dismantle their encampments. While expressing support for the right to protest, Mone stressed that the university cannot permit unlawful encampments to persist. He cautioned that if the situation persists, the university will be ...
May 09, 2024