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La Crosse Homeless Services Coordinator shares six-month plan on Pathways Home
LA CROSSE (WKBT)-- The city and county will be improving resources for the homeless community in La Crosse over the next six months, including more help for those experiencing drug addiction and mental illness.
Madison mayor urges City Council to consider property tax referendum
With the city projected to face a $22 million budget gap next year, Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway on Tuesday laid out two stark visions for the community’s future in a face-to-face meeting with the City Council. One vision would raise property taxes to fill next year’s gap and provide...
Former Wisconsin wide receiver signs with Houston Texans
Former Wisconsin wide receiver Quintez Cephus signed with the Houston Texans on Tuesday, according to a recent post from SportsTrust Advisors. After spending three seasons in Detroit, the Lions released the former Badger in 2023 following an indefinite suspension due to violating the NFL’s gambling policy. After being reinstated, Cephus signed with the Buffalo Bills in April before his release in May.
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...
Former officer sentenced in death of Eau Claire man
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis. (WEAU) - A former Superior police was sentenced today following a drunk driving incident that killed an Eau Claire man and his baby in 2022. Court documents show that on July 17, 44-year-old Gregory Swanson was sentenced to five years in prison and five years extended supervision for each of two counts of homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle. These sentences are to be served concurrently.
Former Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers Publicly Questions HC Robert Saleh
Green Bay Packers: Aaron Rodgers hasn’t stayed out of the headlines during his time with the New York Jets. Although he has only played four meaningful snaps with the team, he is the center of attention no matter where he goes. That has been the case for the majority of his career.
Missing Child Scam Circulating In Minnesota
All scams are terrible and there are plenty of them to go around these days. However, this one might be one of the worst thanks to the nature of the scam. There have been so many scams in Minnesota and Wisconsin lately that the Duluth Police Department recently shared some basic scam tips to help us all avoid becoming a victim.
Wisconsin Soldier who Entered North Korea Now in Plea Negotiations
RACINE, WI (WTAQ-WRN) — Negotiations are underway for a Wisconsin soldier who crossed into North Korea. A preliminary hearing in Texas for 24-year-old Travis King of Racine was delayed on Tuesday. King is in plea negotiations with military prosecutors on eight charges including desertion. Last July, King was released...
Wisconsin delegate's service dog Lambeau is taking hundreds of selfies a day at RNC
Dogs have stolen the show at the Republican National Convention — including Lambeau, a 7-year-old purebred English Labrador retriever service dog. "I had no expectations of anything. I didn't know what to expect. It's the first time to be at a convention, and I am stunned. I was worried about, 'How do I...
USPS Announces Mailing Service Changes Impacting Wisconsin
It's been a rough few years for the United States Postal Service. According to the official USPS website, the department has recorded $87 billion in financial losses over the last 14 years. In response to this, they are once again hiking up the prices of some of their services, which will affect all Iowans.
Peace group member accused of assaulting Van Orden says congressman tried to shove past her
A Wisconsin member of Congress and a staff member of the peace group CODEPINK are each accusing the other of assault in an incident outside a Republican National Convention event Tuesday. In a statement CODEPINK said the group’s staff member, Nour Jaghama, was shoved from behind by U.S. Rep. Derrick...
Miyares leading 16-state coalition asking Supreme Court to hear Wisconsin transgender student case
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares is leading a 16-state coalition asking the Supreme Court to step in after a Wisconsin court dismissed a complaint filed by parents over the state's guidelines allowing students to change their gender identity.
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