Wisconsin State

An unexpected company is now laying off hundreds in Wisconsin due to a significant decrease in consumer demand. Mercury Marine, a boat parts manufacturer in Fond du Lac County, is preparing to cut a total of 300 positions this summer, according to a spokesperson. The company said in a statement...

An Unexpected Company Is Now Laying Off Hundreds in Wisconsin

Illinois State

Milwaukee, WI

The Independent

 An arm discovered on a beach in Illinois has been identified as part of the remains of Sade Robinson, a Milwaukee student who was dismembered after going on a first date with a man who police say killed her.The arm was found on 11 May by someone walking along Waukegan Municipal Beach, about 50 miles from Milwaukee, according to the Lake County Coroner's Office. A DNA analysis was used to match the arm to Robinson, according to the coroner. The 19-year-old Milwaukee Area Technical College student was killed after going on a date with 33-year-old Maxwell Anderson in April....

Arm found on Illinois beach identified as belonging to Milwaukee student dismembered on first date

Driving along the scenic roads of Wisconsin, a curious sight emerges—a sprawling marketplace that seems to stretch as far as the eye can see. This isn’t just any market, no. It’s Peck’s Farm Market East in Arena, a place brimming with fresh produce, homemade goodies, and attractions that...

The Massive Roadside Farmers Market In Wisconsin That’s Too Good To Pass Up

Iowa State

Sioux Falls, SD

A man in northwest Iowa drowned in his basement during severe flooding that devastated the Midwest this past week, police said, bringing the death toll in the region to at least three.

Iowa man drowns in his basement, bringing death toll in Midwest flooding to at least 3

Daily Mail

Citizens in low-lying areas of the Minnesota River Valley have thus been told to evacuate - as officials continue to monitor whether the Rapidan Dam will fully collapse.

Minnesota's Rapidan Dam in 'imminent failure condition' after heavy flooding, residents warned

Ames, IA

4 star guard Jamarion Batemon has committed to Iowa State. The 6-3, 170 pound Batemon, from the Milwaukee Academy Of Science in Milwaukee WI, chose Iowa State over 13 offers. He is rated the No. 9 shooting guard in the 2025 class and No. 64 overall. July 1, 2024.

Jamarion Batemon commits to Iowa State

Thinking about trading cheese curds and Packers games for something new? Before you make the leap, consider that the land of lakes and brats has its own set of surprises. From frosty winters to mosquito-filled summers, here are ten reasons why some folks might end up missing the quirks of Wisconsin!

10 Reasons Why People Regret Moving to Wisconsin

Minnesota State

This week, the Midwest has seen historic rain storms, which have caused once-in-a-century flooding around parts of the region. Parts of Minnesota have seen 100-year flooding, and infrastructure has started to fail as a result. According to CNN, at least two people are now confirmed dead, and hundreds of people...

Historic Flooding Shutters Theme Park, Guests Won’t Get Refunds

Michigan State

Manitowoc, WI

For most kids, it is a fascinating thing to learn that the earth that we walk upon is actually round and not a flat road that must start and end at some point. But even after countless images from satellites, millions of studies, and thousands of years of exploring that have all proved that the earth is round, many people still believe that our planet is flat. A Michigan man tried to give just that through his YouTube video.

Man uses a photo of Lake Michigan to explain why we can't see the Earth's curvature

Aurora, CO

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David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

NBC News

Historic flooding struck parts of Iowa over the weekend, damaging nearly 2,000 properties and prompting evacuations and disaster declarations. "I can tell you that the devastation is severe and it's widespread," Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds said at a news conference Sunday afternoon in Des Moines. Flooding on Saturday and overnight...

Record flooding inundates northwest Iowa, prompts evacuations, isolates one city

Mankato, MN

Apple Valley News Now

(CNN) — At least two people are dead after severe storms and major flooding hit the Midwest, according to officials, and a dam in southern Minnesota built in the early 1900s is at risk of collapse.

At least 2 are dead from catastrophic Midwest flooding and a Minnesota dam is at risk of collapse

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

Georgia State

Buford, GA

DeanLand

There's been a whole lotta shakin' goin' on in Northwest Georgia over the past 30 days. And, yes, some of it likely has been in the barn. A total of six earthquakes have been recorded in the northernwestern portion of the state over the past 30 days, according to data from the US Geological Survey (USGS).

6 Earthquakes Shake NW Georgia in 30 Days

Georgia's population grew beyond the 11 million mark in 2023, reaching 11,029,227 residents according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a robust population increase of 2.9% from 2020 to 2023, 315,456 new residents arrived in the state. Georgia was the 10th fastest-growing state in the US by percentage during the reporting period.

Georgia's Population Surges Past 11 Million, Fueled by Migration

De Pere, WI

Gary Crawford traveled some distance to pick up the feature win for the Super Stock Car Series at De Pere, Wis. Promoter Paul Kaczrowski (right) joins Crawford in victory lane. – Tony Chapa Photo. De Pere, Wis. (July 1, 1978) – Round one of the Super Stock Car Series...

1978 - Crawford Claims Prize in De Pere

The Animal Rescue of New England recently introduced Cagney and Lacey, two adorable German Shepherd puppies, who are now ready to find their forever home. These lively girls were saved from a shelter on the day they were due to be euthanized due to overcrowding. At approximately five months old, both puppies are brimming with energy and love.

Puppies Saved On The Day They Were To Be Euthanized Now Looking For Love

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

NewsBreak

Two rounds of rain and storms expected Tuesday in Southeastern Wisconsin

MILWAUKEE — After two beautiful days of sunshine and comfortable weather, rain is back in the forecast for Tuesday. Two rounds or showers will move through...

Two rounds of rain and storms expected Tuesday in Southeastern Wisconsin

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