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EVENING STORMS END... MORE SPOTTY STORMS SUNDAY
As expected, scattered storms dropped into northern Wisconsin from Upper Michigan earlier Saturday afternoon. No severe weather is expected but there could be some locally heavy rainfall and small hail. Storms should begin to fade after sunset. Lows tonight could be as cool as the mid 50s in the Northwoods, but low/mid 60s are expected farther south. Sunday begins dry, but more spotty afternoon storms could develop. The best chance of a storm on Sunday looks to be west and southwest of Green Bay during the afternoon & evening. Highs should be near 80 degrees.
Stevens Point looking for poll workers
The Stevens Point City Clerk's office is looking for additional people to serve as poll workers for the general election in November. Poll workers need to be electors of Portage County and able to read, write and understand English. Workers will be trained beforehand. People can apply at the City...
RNC delegate from Texas thoroughly enjoyed her stay in Madison
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - After the Republican National Convention wrapped up in Milwaukee Thursday night, it was time for everyone to go home. Sue DeVillez was visiting Wisconsin from Georgetown, Texas. She was representing Texas’ 31st congressional district as a delegate. She was at the Dane County Regional Airport Friday...
Unemployment claims in Wisconsin increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Wisconsin rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 5,285 in the week ending July 13, up from 4,904 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Meet CBS 58's Pet of the Week: Pablo the puppy
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Meet the CBS 58's pet of the week, Pablo!. Kathy Shillinglaw from the Wisconsin Humane Society joined us on Friday, July 19 to showcase this adorable pup. He is a three-month-old puppy ready to find a forever home. Shillinglaw also offered information about the dog and...
Grazing schools return to Wisconsin
The popular Wisconsin Grazing School is returning for the first time in 10 years, offered by GrassWorks. GrassWorks is a grassroots-membership organization that provides leadership and education to farmers and consumers for the advancement of managed grass-based agriculture. Farmers and others interested in learning about implementing managed grazing will have...
First Alert Weather: Chances of showers & storms into Sunday
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Showers and a few storms are possible through Saturday evening, particularly north of Highway 29. A cold front will continue to drift south overnight into Sunday, with the focus of any showers or storms to end the weekend in the southern parts of the area. A First Alert for the next best risk of wet weather, including some storms on Tuesday. Although severe storms are not anticipated for Tuesday, any stronger storms could produce downpours, gusty winds, and small hail. Dry weather returns for the second half of the week, as temperatures climb well into the 80s by the start of next weekend.
Humane Society of Marathon County hosts free pet food pop-up
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The Humane Society of Marathon County held a free pet food pop-up Thursday at Wild Roots Apothecary in Schofield. Pet owners were able to pick up cat and dog food for free that would otherwise expire at the humane society. The goal of the event was to lift any financial burdens people have with feeding their pets and to keep the animals and their owners together.
Meeting held to discuss safer routes for cyclists and pedestrians between Schofield and Wausau
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - A meeting took place Thursday to discuss making travel between Schofield and Wausau safer for bicyclists and pedestrians. Currently, the quickest route through the city for cyclists is along Grand Avenue and Business 51. While this path is fast, it is not always safe due to heavy traffic. The streets and sidewalks along Grand Avenue are not ideal for cyclists.
Beware of Scam in Illinois Involving Amazon and Temu Package Shipments
Thieves are working around the clock trying to come up with new ways to trick you using all the latest technology and techniques to steal your identity and money. Illinois and Wisconsin residents who order products online that are being shipped to their homes need to know about this latest scam that uses fake text messages about package deliveries.
RNC 2024: F-35 intercepts 2 more aircraft flying in restricted airspace
MILWAUKEE - It happened two more times on Thursday, July 18. Aircraft flew into airspace in southeast Wisconsin that was restricted because of the Republican National Convention (RNC). Because of these violations, a North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) F-35 aircraft responded twice – at approximately 3 p.m. and 5...
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