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Multi-state listeria outbreak reaches Wisconsin, dozens hospitalized
A multi-state outbreak of listeria linked to sliced deli meat has left two people dead and 28 people hospitalized, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Wisconsin is among the 12 states reporting cases so far. The deaths happened in New Jersey and Illinois, officials said. CDC officials...
Award-Winning Actor Spotted In Wisconsin
It's not everyday that you have Hollywood royalty spending some time in Wisconsin but that was exactly the case just last weekend. Award-winning celebrity Henry Winkler was spotted all over Wisconsin, eating at a local restaurant and taking in a popular car show. Of course, Winkler is most famous for...
A long-vacant federal judgeship in Wisconsin could finally be filled
Despite past controversy over approving a replacement, the latest attempt to fill a long-vacant federal judgeship in Wisconsin appears to be moving forward with bipartisan support. Earlier this month, both Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson and Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin turned in what are known as “blue slips,” formalizing...
Old World Wisconsin offers free admission to kids for two weeks this summer
Old World Wisconsin is offering two weeks of free admission to kids this summer. From July 31 through Aug. 4 and from Aug. 7-11, kids age 12 and under can get into the living history museum for free. A regular kids ticket for ages 5-12 costs $13. ...
Fairest of them all. As Rock County Fair begins, new Fairest crowned
JANESVILLE — Sparkly dresses, crowns and sashes abounded Tuesday as three young women competed to be named the 2024 Rock County Fairest of the Fair. In the end, Natalie Abey of Plymouth 4-H was crowned this year’s Fairest in a ceremony at the Craig Pavilion. Lily McCoy of Magnolia 4-H and Carol Traynor of Milton FFA were named members of the Court of Honor. Just prior to the ceremony Tuesday...
Wahlburgers at The Corners of Brookfield closes
BROOKFIELD, Wis. — The Wahlburgers restaurant at The Corners of Brookfield has closed. If you go to the website, it says "Page not found." When you Google Wahlburgers Brookfield, it says "Permanently closed." And lastly, when you call the phone number, a voice message says, "Brookfield Wahlburgers is not...
Criminal complaints reveal more about suspects in wild U-Haul chase
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Wis. (WBAY) - Newly filed criminal complaints reveal more information about two people accused of robbing a man and going on a wild police chase with a U-Haul. Omah A. Brown, 45, from Milwaukee, and Shakierra B. Ray, 27, from Green Bay, both face multiple criminal charges after...
Brookfield shoplifting case; police seek ID man who stole from Kohl's
BROOKFIELD, Wis. - Brookfield police are asking for the public's help to identify a man who shoplifted socks and underwear from the Kohl's Department Store on N. 124th Street. Officials said on Monday, July 22 and Tuesday, July 23, the man entered the Kohl's and stole $272 in mens and kids socks and underwear. The suspect is believed to be involved in other retail thefts from Kohl’s in the Milwaukee area.
Greendale Raising Cane's opening July 30; 3rd restaurant in Wisconsin
GREENDALE, Wis. - Raising Cane’s, famous for its chicken finger meals, is celebrating its first restaurant in the Milwaukee area and third in Wisconsin with the grand opening of its Greendale location on Tuesday, July 30. The new restaurant is located at 5250 S 76th Street – near Southridge...
TeeTime Social golf simulator bar is teeing up for opening in Hales Corners
Hales Corners will soon have its own high-tech golf simulator bar. TeeTime Social is gearing up for a fall opening at the Hales Corners Plaza, 5321-A S. 108th St. In fact, if all goes well, the new golf-focused venue is forecasted to open by October with virtual golf leagues starting in November.
Big Lots stores in Menomonee Falls, West Bend, Fond du Lac and Sheboygan will close
The Menomonee Falls and West Bend Big Lots will be permanently closing, store officials confirmed. While the Menomonee Falls Big Lots, N78 W14511 Appleton Ave., opened in 2013, the West Bend Big Lots, 1690 S. Main St., just opened in February 2023, according to City of West Bend documents. ...
Racine County Fair; Food, fun and farm animals
UNION GROVE, Wis. - There’s nothing better than a day full of fun and food at the fair! This year, the Racine County Fair is loaded with memorable experiences and enticing food options. Brian Kramp is on the fairgrounds, where there’s always fun for the entire family. Aerospace...
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