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Public record for July 29, 2024
Rock County Felony arrests All of those listed below have since their arrest been formally charged with a felony (or felonies). JOSHUA DAVIS, 37, of Beloit, 2nd degree recklessly endangering safety, June 2, South Jackson Street and West Racine Street, Janesville. MARVIN MARSHALL, 30, of Beloit, take and drive vehicle without consent, June 9, 300 block of Caroline Avenue, Janesville. CAREY DOBSON, 44, of Janesville, intimidate witness through use or attempt of force, June 16, 2100 block of Afton Road, Janesville.
Columbus Administrator Discusses Strategic Planning Process
(Columbus) Columbus City Administrator Matt Amundson recently updated the common council on its strategic planning process. Two community input sessions and two separate staff input sessions have been held so far. From those sessions the city has identified four major priorities. “So, organizational culture. sustainable growth and development, communication and...
Dodge County Sheriff Talks Recommendations For Waupun Correctional
(Juneau) Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt provided some recommendations for the Waupun Correctional Institution during a recent WBEV Community Comment program. These recommendations follow the conclusion of an investigation into the facility where four inmates died, and nine staffers were charged in connection to two of the deaths. Schmidt says if he were a member of the state legislature, he would strongly be looking at replacement.
Judge dismisses lawsuit challenging absentee voting procedure in battleground Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin judge dismissed a lawsuit Monday that challenged absentee voting procedures, preventing administrative headaches for local election clerks and hundreds of thousands of voters in the politically volatile swing state ahead of fall elections. The ruling stems from a lawsuit Thomas Oldenberg, a voter from Amberg, Wisconsin, filed in February. Oldenberg argued that the state Elections Commission hasn’t been following a state law that requires voters who electronically request absentee ballots to place a physical copy of the request in the ballot return envelope. Absentee ballots without the request copy shouldn’t count, he maintained....
Ride safety top of mind as State Fair sets to kick off 2024 run
WEST ALLIS, Wis. (CBS 58) -- After lots of weekend events, more fun is on the way! The Wisconsin State Fair is just three days away and preparations are underway to ensure another great year full of food, music, and more. This year, there are 38 rides, a decrease from...
Wisconsin Dems call proposed amendments GOP power grab
(The Center Square) – How Wisconsin’s government spends some federal funding could change if voters approve two constitutional amendments in August. Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers joined Democratic leaders in a press conference Monday to discuss the amendments, which would require the governor to obtain the state legislature’ approval on spending decisions that involve federal funding. Republicans say the amendments will strengthen separation of powers and promote fiscal responsibility. Democrats, however,...
Whooping cough cases have risen in Wisconsin, here's what to know
If you've been experiencing long coughing fits that leave you gasping for air recently, you might want to get tested for pertussis, better known as "whooping cough." The respiratory infection is on the rise across the country: as of June 24, the U.S. reported three times as many cases as it had reported...
Wisconsin has seen far more tornadoes than average this year. Is climate change to blame?
Tornado season in Wisconsin has looked a little different this year. With over five months remaining in 2024, the state has already reached almost double its average annual tornado count. Plus, this winter, Wisconsin saw its first two February tornadoes on record in Evansville and Green County. ...
Registration open for Wisconsin Childcare Summit
Registration is now open for the Wisconsin Childcare Summit Sept. 11 at Resch Expo in Green Bay. The Greater Green Bay Chamber is hosting the Wisconsin Childcare Summit to convene visionary business leaders and decision-makers committed to learning more about and addressing the childcare crisis in our state. Through a business-centric approach to the childcare crisis, we strive to create a platform where leaders can learn about the economic impact and discuss workforce retention and attraction strategies.
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