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Wisconsin congressman claims assault at RNC; others differ
(The Center Square) – Western Wisconsin’s congressman says he was assaulted at Milwaukee’s Republican National Convention, but a women’s group disagrees. Republican Congressman Derrick Van Orden took social media Tuesday to say a protester with the group Code Pink assaulted him while he was standing in line at the RNC. “While standing in line to enter an event at the RNC today, I was assaulted by what appeared to be...
Dirty Honey ‘Can’t Find the Brakes,’ But Makes Stops in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin
Fans of classic rock are in for a treat as Dirty Honey brings their "Can’t Find the Brakes World Tour" to North America, with dates lined up in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Known for blending classic rock riffs with Marc LaBelle’s searing vocals, Dirty Honey has been hailed as one of the most exciting bands in recent years.
Manawa moving forward after storm
Moving forward, the city of Manawa faces challenges as it clears the damage done by the breached the dam. What that means for the community remains to be seen. “There are still a lot of questions to be asked and answered because it’s so early,” said Manawa Mayor Mike Frazier.
Wisconsin tribal officials make presence known at RNC
Shekóli (“hello” in Oneida) and yaw^ko ("thank you") for reading the First Nations Wisconsin newsletter. The Republican National Convention is in Milwaukee this week and, at least so far this election season, I haven’t seen as much of an Indigenous-led presence or outreach to tribal communities as there was in 2020. Forest County Potawatomi...
Brewers take a pitcher from Wisconsin and intriguing high school players on Day 3 of the MLB draft
The final day of the 2024 Major League Baseball draft had a local flavor to it for the Milwaukee Brewers. And that wasn't the only theme to stand out. ...
Most Wisconsin lawsuit ever: Woman settles with Fiserv, Bucks after slipping on cheese sauce
A lawsuit against Fiserv Forum and the Deer District brought by a Hales Corners woman who was injured during a Milwaukee Bucks game has been settled. Pascha Duncan, now 48, attended a Bucks-Los Angeles Lakers game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee on March 19, 2019, and slipped on melted nacho cheese sauce....
Manawa flooding: What residents can expect as city goes into recovery mode
MANAWA — The Manawa community came together Monday night in an effort to understand the next steps in the recovery process after July 5 floods eroded the land near the Manawa Mill Pond dam and flooded Little Wolf River and portions of the city. The meeting at Little Wolf High School, 515 E. Fourth St., involved many city organizations looking to help.
Warning about fires from improperly disposed rechargeable batteries
APPLETON, WI — Outagamie County authorities says there are proper ways to dispose of rechargeable batteries, though that doesn’t include tossing them into trash or recycle bins. The Appleton Fire Department and Outagamie County Recycling and Solid Waste Department are posting photos on Facebook of batteries that caught fire in a metal bin. The post says the batteries came to the recycling center from a curbside bin and ignited after being punctured or damaged. The fire was put out before spreading to nearby paper. Officials say the best bet is to bring old lithium-ion batteries separately to a recycling center or to battery stores that take them for safe disposal. For tips on safe disposal of lithium-ion batteries click here.
Fox Valley Law Enforcement’s Arresting Hunger Drive Feeds the Need
MENASHA, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Multiple Fox Valley law enforcement agencies are coming together for the return of a friendly competition. The Arresting Hunger food drive campaign is back next month for the first time since it was suspended during COVID. It encourages Fox Valley law enforcement agencies to collect...
Fox Cities continue to recover from weekend flooding, mayor makes appeal for financial aid
APPLETON - After getting hit with roughly 1 to 3 1/2 inches of rain on July 13, according to the National Weather Service, Outagamie County leadership is working to provide for residents of the Fox Cities after they were hit with multiple floods in a short time span. After the...
Teen charged with stealing Trump campaign team SUV from Pfister Hotel
A 17-year-old was arrested Saturday and charged with stealing a Chevy Tahoe belonging to former president Donald Trump's campaign advance team. Trump is in Milwaukee for the 2024 Republican National Convention. He arrived Sunday, a day after the vehicle was stolen. The incident began in front of the Pfister Hotel about 4 a.m., according...
A Wisconsin delegate reacts to the rest of the world in seeing Milwaukee – Wisconsin’s Afternoon News
From Florida, to New York across the way to California, and across many oceans, there are delegates in downtown Milwaukee seeing our city for the very first time. Wisconsin’s Afternoon News’ John Mercure caught up with one local delegate, Kathy Broghammer to gather her thoughts on what she has seen thus far, and what has made her so excited for many other discovering this great state for the first time.
Dog abandoned outside Oconto Area Humane Society; officials seek information, donations
OCONTO (WLUK) -- The Oconto Area Humane Society is asking the public for information and financial assistance after a dog was abandoned outside the shelter. According to a Facebook post from OAHS, it happened around 10:30 p.m. Monday. Although security cameras captured the incident, OAHS says it was unable to identify those responsible.
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