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First Alert Weather: First Alerts for potentially strong storms, heavy rain the next few days
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - This whole week is trending wetter and more muggy than we have been the past couple weeks. More storms are possible later in the day on both Tuesday and Wednesday as well. Without a strong jet stream or something to kick storms out of the area...
Wisconsin Republicans ask voters to take away governor’s power to spend federal money
Wisconsin Republicans are asking voters to take away the governor’s power to unilaterally spend federal money, a reaction to the billions of dollars that flowed into the state during the COVID-19 pandemic. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers was free to spend most of that money as he pleased, directing most...
County Sheriff Seeking Info on Random Lake Assault
The Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Office is looking into an assault that took place at the Random Lake Picnic over the weekend. The department says that they are looking for three or more suspects in the attack that happened between 9 p.m. and midnight on Saturday behind the main tent and gathering area, near a truck and camper trailer.
Menasha man dies after fall at Ariens Nordic Center
BRILLION, Wis. — A Menasha man is dead following a fall at the Ariens Nordic Center in Brillion. The 32-year-old hit his head on a hard surface at the skiing center around 4:30 p.m. Friday. Details of what led to the fall have not been released, but officials say...
EAA AirVenture wraps up a record-breaking year
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - The world’s busiest airport for the past week prepares to wind down, as EAA AirVenture came to a close on Sunday. This year’s event has broken several records, from the number of people coming in the gate to the amount of money they spent.
Picture of the Day: Heritage Flight
General Aviation News photographer Greg Menton sent in this photo, with a note: “A Heritage Flight on opening day of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024 included a P-51D Mustang and an F-16 with the 79th Fighter Squadron.”. Would you like to have your photo featured as Picture of the Day?...
Alcohol suspected after two people hurt in Sheboygan vehicle crash
SHEBOYGAN, Wis. (WBAY) — At approximately 4:42 a.m. on Sunday, the Sheboygan Police Department responded to a disturbance in the 900 block of Ontario Avenue. Upon arrival, officers observed a vehicle fleeing the scene at high speed. The vehicle was later found in the 1600 block of North 7th...
Stories You May Have Missed, A Week in Review
– The transformation of the former Mid-Cities Mall property in Manitowoc is coming along. Click here to see the latest from Mayor Justin Nickels. – The City of Sheboygan is still looking for public input on the Sheboygan Waterfront and Marina Project. Click here to see how you can make your voice heard.
Wisconsin boosts investment in coastal communities
Coastal communities across Wisconsin are getting a funding boost to bolster local economies, natural resources and quality of life. About $1.3 million in grants are going to areas along the Great Lakes. That includes larger cities - like Kenosha, Milwaukee and Sheboygan - and small towns like Gibraltar in Door County.
Popular Wisconsin Attraction Featured as Jeopardy Question
Jeopardy continues to be a cultural icon, so whenever a question pops up with a local twist, it's always fun to take a look at what it was. This Wisconsin attraction was recently featured as a question on the popular game show Jeopardy. What is the Freshwater Fishing Hall of...
AirVenture 2024 shows some signs of growth as event comes to an end
OSHKOSH (WLUK) -- Seven days of everything aviation came to an end Sunday in Oshkosh, marking another successful year of EAA AirVenture. While the final day of the festivities wrapped up, it was the perfect time for Kris Strach and his family to attend the event and avoid the crowds from earlier in the week.
2 rescued from small inflatable boat in De Pere
DE PERE (WLUK) -- Two people had to be rescued after their small inflatable boat went over the dam. Police were called to Voyageur Park Saturday night around 5. When crews got on scene, they quickly found the boat just off the fishing pier with two people on board. A...
Horses for Healing provides free community fun and resources
HOBART (WLUK) -- The third annual Horses for Healing event is happening Saturday at Exceptional Equestrians. It's free and open to the community. More than a dozen community organizations will gather to provide resources that benefit health and well-being. Event Information:. Exceptional Equestrians | 1130 Orlando Dr. | De Pere.
Presentation to address groundwater contamination
A retired water quality research engineer who has authored 55 published articles in scientific journals on the contamination and hazard to water resources in agricultural landscapes found in the Midwest will share his expertise on the topic in the area next Wednesday. The Door County Environmental Council is hosting "This Land is Their Land: Historical Perspectives on Cornbelt Water Quality" at the Kress Pavilion in Egg Harbor on July 31. The program features Chris Jones, who wrote "The Swine Republic, Struggles with Truth about Agriculture and Water Quality." Retired from the Hydroscience & Engineering School at the University of Iowa, Dr. Jones says Door County and Iowa share the same challenges and health concerns regarding improving groundwater quality. He says we need regulation of production agriculture with increased concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs).
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