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More rain could worsen flood conditions on Rock River and Lake Koshkonong
FORT ATKINSON, Wis. (WMTV) - People and businesses on the Rock River are keeping an eye on rising water levels as the National Weather Service puts out a flood warning and more rain is expected. Lake Koshkonong and Rock River residents are used flooding in the spring, but not so...
La Crosse year-round school district begins new school year
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - Northside Elementary School officially began their 2024-2025 school year on Monday. This year the school has the theme “Growing Together”. “Our theme came because our greenhouse was completed this past year. That’s going to be a big part of our learning this year. Also, it’s our ten year anniversary for Northside. We’ve had ten years of Coulee Montessori Northside here at this building together where we’ve been learning and growing together. We’re just going to enhance on that this year,” says School Principal Sarah Bradle.
Core Spaces to Develop Three Student Housing Communities Near University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wis. — Core Spaces will develop three student housing communities totaling 4,000 beds near the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. The developments are set for delivery between 2026 and 2028 and will include a 12-story community offering 910 beds at the intersection of West Johnson and North Bassett streets; a 15-story, 1,723-bed property offering studio through five-bedroom units and townhomes at the intersection of West Johnson and North Broom streets; and a 15-story, 1,330-bed property located at the intersection of North Frances and West Johnson streets. 10 Percent of beds at the West Johnson and North Broom Street development will be offered at a 40 percent discount to average market rates. All three properties will offer amenities including rooftop swimming pools, outdoor grilling areas, fitness center, co-working spaces and private study rooms. Treehouse Builders and Madison-based Findorff will serve as general contractors for each of the new projects.
'Declare the Good News!' Jehovah's Witness convention explores Christ's life, Bible message
JANESVILLE — Traveling more that 70 miles, the Sparesus family arrived at the Jehovah’s Witness convention in Janesville ready to immerse themselves in a weekend of faith and fellowship. The convention started on July 5 and will continue every weekend until August 11 at the Assembly Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 207 S. Wright Road. So far, 1,000 people have attended each weekend with a projected goal of 8,700 attendees, organizers said. ...
10 fire departments respond to Germantown lightning strike, fire and gas leak | By Germantown Fire Dept.
July 16, 2024 – Germantown, WI – On Monday, July 15, 2024, at 10:06 p.m. the Germantown Fire Department was dispatched for a tree that was struck by lightning and was now on fire on the corner of Starlight Rd and Pilgrim Rd. Upon arrival, the tree had been extinguished by a neighbor but there was a strong natural gas odor and the ground near the tree was erupting with natural gas.
Illinois lawmaker suggests officials are ‘cooking the books’ to show crime drop
Tuesday's theme for the second day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee carries the theme 'Make America Safe Again,' with border security and big city crime expected to be a central focus.
Delegates explore areas outside Milwaukee
RIPON, Wis. — While the political action is in Milwaukee this week, some attractions outside that metropolitan area are also expecting an uptick from visitors. The Little White School House in Ripon recounts the background and formation of the Republican Party 170 years ago. Ron Wright is in Wisconsin...
Omro man shot during car sale meetup; two suspects arrested after chase
OMRO (WLUK) -- An Omro man was shot while trying to sell his car and two suspects are in custody. It happened around 7:18 p.m. Monday in the 300 block of E. Main Street. When officers arrived on scene, the suspects had drove away. The victim was taken to the hospital to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.
RNC comes to Milwaukee metro area with a new, more challenging political landscape
Republicans are holding their 2024 national convention in a swing-state metropolis where the political ground has been steadily shifting against them. The four-county Milwaukee metro area, home to more than a quarter of Wisconsin’s voters, voted Republican for president in 2000 and 2004. But not since. ...
Grade the Trade: 2 former Bucks return to Milwaukee in mock deal with Bulls
NBA Summer League has officially kicked off, which has taken much of the attention off of the Milwaukee Bucks' decision-making and roster renovation. Yet, while the young Bucks get their feet wet and see more action than they typically might, the front office should be working to further upgrade the roster. They still have a roster spot for the taking, but they could also swing a trade if they really want to shake things up. With Milwaukee's second apron restrictions, it's somewhat difficult to piece together trades, but some ideas are interesting.
He was spat on during BLM protest by a white woman. Civil suit settlement 'disappointing.'
It wasn't the outcome the man once known as Eric Lucas or his lawyer were expecting. Lucas was 18 when he filed a civil suit against Stephanie Rapkin, a lawyer from Shorewood who spat on him during a Black Lives Matter protest in the summer of 2020. A jury last month supported...
How it started, how it ended for Ty Kretz ‘s group on Day 1 of 2024 State Am
WAUKESHA — Some championship golf courses place a premium on hitting fairways, some require precision on shots into greens and some present a thorough examination of short-game skills and putting. The Legend at Merrill Hills checks all three boxes Monday in the first round of the 123rd Wisconsin State Amateur sponsored by West Bend Insurance.
Fox Lake Community Sees Continued Growth
(Fox Lake) Mayor Tom Bednarek and City Administrator Kelly Crombie addressed a positively trending housing market among other factors in the Fox Lake area. A couple of key growth points in the community are the LeRoy Meats expansion project and an effort of adding 36 new apartment units. The added...
Mayville Police Investigating Death Of Man Found With ‘Self-Inflicted Injury’
(Mayville) Police in Mayville are investigating a death in the city. Officers were dispatched to the 400 block of North Henninger Street Friday for a welfare check. Police attempted to make contact with a man who was outside the residence. Law enforcement say the individual retrieved an unknown item from...
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