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Ann Roe wins state Assembly District 44 Democratic primary
This story has been updated JANESVILLE — Ann Roe has beaten Cathy Myers in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 44. “I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the residents of the 44th District, and everyone who welcomed me at their doors for meaningful conversations,” Roe said in a statement late Tuesday night. “Your overwhelming support and engagement have truly inspired me. I’m ecstatic to bring that same energy into November. Let’s win!” ...
John F. Kennedy Memorial Airport receives funding to upgrade runway, improve safety
Two Wisconsin airports including Ashland County’s have been awarded more than $8 million in federal funding to enhance safety, upgrade facilities and boost revenue. “Investments in our local airports are vital for improving safety, enhancing infrastructure, and supporting economic growth,” said Senator Tammy Baldwin in a news release. “This funding will help ensure that our airports in Wisconsin are well-equipped to handle increased traffic, improve safety measures, and continue to serve our communities and visitors effectively.” Waukesha County Airport will receive over $4.76 million to enhance runway safety. John F. Kennedy Memorial Airport in Ashland County will receive over $3.4 million to rehabilitate existing paved Runway 2/20 and improve safety.
Amery woman gets jail time, community service for fatal Bayfield County crash
A plea agreement has ended the case against an Amery woman responsible for a fatal crash nearly two years ago. Authorities say Mariah Reindahl, 23, ran a stop sign on Highway N and struck a vehicle on Highway 27 driven by Reynold Elstad on Sept. 2, 2022 in the town of Barnes. Susan Elstad, a passenger in the southbound vehicle, was pronounced dead at the scene. Reindahl originally wanted to...
Marshfield Common Council Approves Budget Resolutions
The Marshfield Common Council approved some budget resolutions at their meeting on Tuesday. The Council approved transferring cash from the CDBG housing program to the Wisconsin Department of Administration. The City had initially contracted with another county to run this program, but that county has discontinued their program, so they will now by using the Wisconsin Department of Administration for their housing grant program.
Thompson Sentenced to Fifteen Years
On August 13, 2024, in Jackson County Circuit Court, Branch 1, the Honorable Anna L. Becker sentenced Roy L. Thompson, 52, to a fifteen-year sentence consisting of ten years initial confinement in the Wisconsin State Prison followed by five years of extended supervision. Thompson was convicted in March 2023 of Domestic First Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety with a Dangerous Weapon as a Repeater, and of Possessing a Firearm as an Outstate Felon as a Repeater, in Jackson County case number 2022CF03.
Wisconsin's Evers urges federal judge not to make changes at youth prison in wake of counselor death
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers asked a federal judge Wednesday not to impose any changes at Wisconsin’s youth prison after an inmate was accused of killing a counselor during a fight earlier this summer, insisting conditions at the prison have been slowly improving despite the death. Evers, a Democrat, said in the letter to James Peterson, chief judge for the Western District of Wisconsin, that Republican lawmakers could soon ask him to give Lincoln Hills-Copper Lakes Schools more leeway in punishing incarcerated children. The governor said that it’s important to remember that brutal staff-on-inmate punishments led to tighter...
Wisconsin Couple Celebrates Engagement with Kwik Trip-Themed Photoshoot
If you've never been to a Kwik Trip, you might find people's love for the convenience store a little strange. But there's a reason it's seen as the best gas station in the country. They offer great customer service and sell high-quality products, many of which are made at their La Crosse facility and delivered fresh to each store every day.
'Embarrassed' by his play at the 2024 U.S. Am, Garrett Jones says he must work on his approach to have a shot at '28 at Whistling Straits
CHASKA, Minn. — His palate was too bitter Tuesday from his own performance in his first United States Golf Association event since 2018 that Garrett Jones couldn't decide whether the breaking news earlier in the day from the USGA was best described as delicious irony ... or pungent. Photos:...
Confusion over new legislative district leads to ballot error in northern Wisconsin Assembly primary
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A local election clerk failed to realize that Wisconsin’s new legislative maps moved a rural town into a new district, leading to an administrative error that could disenfranchise scores of voters in a Republican state Assembly primary race. The new maps shifted Summit, a...
Hertel’s last Coulee Con gaming convention; Jean Taylor on La Crosse’s first Big River Rally
A lot going on in La Crosse this weekend on both ends of the spectrum, as Jean Taylor and Josh Hertel both discuss the two big events they’re putting on. First, Taylor breaks down this new two-day party called Big River Rally on Friday and Saturday at the downtown Oktoberfest grounds and beyond. Then Hertel joins to talk about Coulee Con, this gaming extravaganza, happening Friday-Sunday at the La Crosse Center.
Minnesota’s HIV community in shock after Rainbow Health and another service provider close
The African American AIDS Task Force closed quietly before Rainbow Health shuttered. Both closures create a gap in HIV services as state funding cuts loom. The post Minnesota’s HIV community in shock after Rainbow Health and another service provider close appeared first on Sahan Journal.
Soaking Rain Possible for Central, Southern Minnesota
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Rain is on the way!. Much of it will fall as light to moderate showers, with scattered storms possible further south later Wednesday. Scattered thunderstorms will develop in western Minnesota Wednesday afternoon and progress eastward across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin through Wednesday night. A few...
Here's when kids go back to school in Wisconsin's 10 largest districts
WISCONSIN — As summer draws to a close, so does summer break. Students across Wisconsin will soon head back to class. We rounded up first day of school details for the Badger State’s 10 largest school districts:. 1. Milwaukee. All Milwaukee Public Schools students will head back to...
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