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Dane County judge strikes down part of Act 10
In a decision released late Wednesday, on the eve of the July 4th holiday, Dane County Judge Jacob Frost struck down part of Act 10, the Wisconsin law that ended most collective bargaining rights for most public employees. The law unfairly exempted public safety workers from the limits on unions,...
A main on-ramp to Interstate 41 will close Monday, for 20 days. Here’s what to know.
GRAND CHUTE — The southbound on-ramp to Interstate 41 from College Avenue/State 125 will be closed starting at 10 p.m. on Monday. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, drivers should take College Avenue to Outagamie County CB to U.S. 10 then back to 41. The closure is expected to last until July 28.
The public health threat of guns, Creating opportunities for Black men, Moving bogs on Lake Chippewa Flowage
Two doctors talk about how guns impact health. Then, we learn how a Milwaukee organization is reviving a program created by President Obama to improve opportunities for young men of color. Then, we learn how floating bogs are moved. Wisconsin doctors discuss gun violence as a public health crisis. Last...
Wisconsin high court rules absentee drop boxes can be used in November
The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Friday that absentee drop boxes can be used ahead of the November election, reversing a previous 2022 ruling and delivering a win for Democrats. In a 4-3 decision, the liberal-majority court ruled that dropping off an absentee ballot did constitute as returning it to a “municipal clerk,” reversing itself from…
Poll: Wisconsinites continue to favor Baldwin over Hovde in U.S. Senate race
(The Center Square) - Wisconsin Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin continues to lead challenger Eric Hovde in both favorability and voter recognition, according to recent polls by Marquette Law School. Baldwin has a -1 net favorability rating with 45% favorable, 44% unfavorable, and 11% not knowing enough to have an opinion. Hovde has a -9 net favorability rating with only 23% of voters holding a favorable view, 32% unfavorable, and...
Oconto County Sheriff's Office seeks wanted man
OCONTO — The Oconto County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in attempting to locate a suspect who recently absconded from his bond. The subject is Michael J. Bullock, 41. Bullock is currently out on $40,000 bond for repeated sexual assault of a child and other related crimes which were pending trial. He was last seen in the Suring area on the morning of July 1; his whereabouts are currently unknown and it is unknown if he has access to a vehicle. The subject is a white male, 5-foot-10, 240 pounds. He has blonde hair and green eyes. Do not attempt to apprehend the subject on your own, contact the Oconto County Sheriff’s Office with any information. The Oconto County Sheriff’s Office does not condone vigilantism. Any threatening, intimidation or harassment of the subject will not be tolerated.
Volunteer opportunities in the Fox Valley: Week of July 7
Appleton Public Library: Keep the Children’s section organized by assisting with cart ordering and/or shelving. Shelving involves pushing a cart, placing items in order, and tidying books. Cart ordering involves arranging items on carts, and can be done while seated. Minimum of one 2-hour hour shift per week is requested, with shifts available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Proficiency in alphabetical and numerical order required. Training provided. Contact: Colleen, cholz@apl.org.
Suspects arrested after leading Fond du Lac County sheriff’s deputies and four other agencies on 41-mile pursuit
FOND DU LAC – Two men led Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s deputies and officers from four other agencies on a 41-mile pursuit Friday night before they drove into a ditch and were taken into custody. The incident began at 10:19 p.m. July 5 when a Fond du...
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