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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...
Katrina Baur’s plea hearing delayed until next week
MANITOWOC, Wis. (WBAY) - The mother of missing three-year-old Elijah Vue appeared in court briefly for a plea hearing on Thursday. In court Thursday, the defense asked for more time and for an adjournment to work out items of discussion. The next court date is set for July 26 at 1 p.m. The plea date will be next Friday.
Noah Wech – Being Drafted Feels “Surreal”
For the first time in school history, a Manitowoc Lincoln baseball player was drafted to the MLB right after graduation. Noah Wech was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers with the 575th pick in the 2024 draft, which was much later than Wech’s agent initially thought. In his first interview...
Kewaunee Police Warn of Missing Child Scam on Facebook
The Kewaunee County Sheriff’s Office alerts residents of a Facebook scam “making its rounds” online. The scam claims the Police Department had reported a child had gone missing. The scammers went even further, procuring a photo of the fictitious child, claiming his name was Brandan Cooper, and...
Summer sun means families are headed poolside for summer fun in Manitowoc
MANITOWOC, Wis. (WLUK) - Families have been enjoying a stretch of warm weather in July which means pools have been a popular attraction. Manitowoc's Family Aquatic Center & Mini Golf has something everyone can enjoy. With a pool, lazy river, water slides, a full 18-hole mini golf course and a handful of events on the horizon there are multiple ways to beat the heat and have fun.
Manitowoc Boys & Girls Club to offer free after-school program at Washington Middle School for grades 6-8 this school year
MANITOWOC – Boys & Girls Club of Manitowoc County is opening a new location within Washington Middle School for youth in grades 6-8 starting in September, and Washington students will be able to access it for free in the first year of operation. "This new club will serve an...
Neenah Reignites Debate Over Convenience Store Booze Sales
NEENAH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – The city of Neenah has reintroduced talks of repealing a ban on alcohol sales in convenience stores. The ban, which has been in place since the 1980s, prohibits convenience stores from selling alcohol. Alderperson Mark Ellis says it’s time for a change. “I was...
Woman Who Starts House Fire Free on Bond
A 32-year-old woman accused of starting her ex-boyfriend’s clothes on fire appeared for a bail hearing Wednesday afternoon in Manitowoc County Circuit Court. Jessica L. McKeel, who did not provide an address to the court, is charged with Arson of a Dwelling or Building, Criminal Damage to Property, and Disorderly Conduct.
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.
State GOP leadership urging delegates, others to visit local businesses outside security zone
State GOP leadership is urging delegation members and others to visit restaurants, bars and stores outside the Republican National Convention security zone, former Gov. Scott Walker told a WisPolitics event. Speaking Tuesday at a luncheon at the Marquette University Law School, Walker referenced the Democratic National Convention, which had a...
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...
Study finds high levels of PFAS in foam on Wisconsin waterways
Researchers at UW-Madison have found that PFAS are higher in naturally occurring foam on Wisconsin lakes and rivers than the waters below, according to a study released this week. Researchers analyzed samples from foams at the top layer of 43 lakes and rivers across the state, looking for 36 different...
Green Bay Rockers win thriller over Dock Spiders in Fond du Lac
Ashwaubenon, Wis. – The Green Bay Rockers (6-8) outlasted the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders (5-11) tonight 7-6 in a back-and-forth battle. Green Bay also beat Fond du Lac 19-7 on Tuesday at Herr-Baker Field. The Dock Spiders got the scoring started this evening with a solo-home run from...
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.
Wisconsin voters say apprehension, worry dominate 2024 presidential election
With the Republican National Convention underway, most voters are paying close attention to presidential politics. However, enthusiasm remains low, especially as a Trump-Biden rematch looms.During the primaries, polls consistently showed that voters did not want another showdown between former President Donald Trump and President Biden. Despite this, it appears to be the matchup the country will face, raising questions about how voter dissatisfaction will impact actual voting and which candidate might have an edge in enthusiasm.CBS News spoke to voters in Wisconsin, home to this year's Republican National Convention, before Saturday's attempted assassination of Trump.At a popular bratwurst joint in Kenosha,...
Wisconsin tribe watching presidential race for cannabis law reform as state maintains prohibition
MILWAUKEE — A leader with the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa said lifting federal prohibitions on marijuana would allow for the sovereign nation to enter the billion-dollar industry sweeping the country. Cannabis in all forms — except for CBD products — is illegal in Wisconsin. Bordering states Minnesota, Michigan and Illinois all […] The post Wisconsin tribe watching presidential race for cannabis law reform as state maintains prohibition appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
Paddlers prepare for kayak trip to celebrate new bridge at Ashwaubomay Park
ASHWAUBENON (WLUK) -- Paddlers are getting ready for a weekend jaunt on an area waterway. The venture is two-fold. It's not only a way for the public to do some kayaking, but it's also a way to show off a brand new bridge. At the boat landing leading to a...
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