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Evers, DNR propose new set of PFAS drinking water standards
Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) introduced a proposed new set of standards for the allowable amount of PFAS in the state’s drinking water on Monday. The action brings Wisconsin’s standards in line with the federal government’s. PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” are a family of man-made chemical compounds […]
UW regents to ask Evers for $855 million budget increase
MADISON (AP) — Universities of Wisconsin regents agreed overwhelmingly on Thursday to ask Gov. Tony Evers for an additional $855 million for the cash-strapped system in the next state budget. UW system President Jay Rothman has promised he won’t seek to raise tuition during the life of the two-year spending plan if the system gets the money. Tuition and student fees at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the system’s flagship campus,...
Excessive Heat Warnings Now Issued In These 12 Minnesota Counties
For those who thought summer weather was behind us and were already in a pumpkin spice frame of mind, the start of this week served as a great reminder that summer is still very much here. Throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin, the story of the day Monday was the hot weather,...
Wisconsin faces dangerous heat: Warnings and advisories issued
MILWAUKEE — A heat advisory is in effect from 1 to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, impacting Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha, Waukesha, Washington, and Fond du Lac counties. Additionally, an excessive heat warning covers Dodge, Jefferson, and Walworth counties during the same period. An excessive heat warning has also been issued for Tuesday.
Natural Resources Board approves new Wisconsin elk management plan for 2024-34
Elk are the latest wildlife species in Wisconsin to receive a management plan based on "adaptive" principles. The Natural Resources Board on Aug. 15 approved the 2024-34 Wisconsin Elk Management Plan and associated administrative rule package. ...
Man seriously injured after being assaulted while jogging
MILWAUKEE (WTMJ) - A violent assault left a man with a broken jaw and on a liquid for six weeks. Daniel Allison said it began while on a late-night run last week in Milwaukee’s Lincoln Creek neighborhood. “I needed to get to like 22 minutes in order to pass...
Campfires, constellations and s'mores: UWM Planetarium hosting annual event Tuesday evening
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Campfire fun while gazing at the stars. The UWM Planetarium will be hosting its annual event called "Stars 'n S'mores," and it's happening Tuesday evening. You can eat one of camping's best snacks while looking at summer constellations and the moon through telescopes. The s'mores kits...
Slinger superintendent Jim Curler announces his retirement at end of 2024-25 school year
August 26, 2024 – Slinger, WI – It was three years ago when the Slinger School Board launched a search to fill big shoes as then superintendent Daren Sievers announced his retirement after 27 years of service in the Slinger School District. The board moved swiftly to appoint then assistant superintendent Jim Curler to the post. Now, the board is faced with a similar challenge as Curler submitted his notice that he would retire at the end of the 2024-25 school year.
Doctors warn of potential health risks following multiple days of high temps
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Another dangerously hot, humid day comes with a warning for Southeast Wisconsin. Doctors say with multiple hot days in a row, there can be a cumulative effect on the body. "If you have multiple hot days in a row and you're not taking the precautionary steps...
CLASS OF 2024 SENIOR STARS: Jake Meyers, St. Augustine Prep baseball
This spring, the Hermits baseball team was known for its outstanding pitching, with the 1-2 punch of John Podgorski and Matt Kouser. Offensively, St. Augustine Prep was talented, but young, and in the middle of the season the Hermits struggled, losing more games than they are used to. Senior Jake...
Pulse Is a New Free Health and Wellness Festival in Milwaukee
A daylong health and wellness festival is coming to Henry Maier Festival Park. Pulse, a free community event that will provide attendees with tools and resources needed to live fitter, healthier and happier lives, presented by Aurora Health Care and Milwaukee World Festival Inc., will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sept. 8.
Six Shot, One Stabbed In Violent Milwaukee Sunday
It was another violent weekend in Milwaukee. Police in the city say six people were shot yesterday, and one person was stabbed. One of the people shot, a 37-year-old man, died. All of the other shootings were non-fatal. Milwaukee Police say there haven’t been any arrests in any of the...
NASCAR driver suffers bizarre injury while celebrating
A NASCAR Truck Series driver celebrated his first career victory on Sunday a little bit too hard. Layne Riggs notched his first career win Sunday at Milwaukee, but he was a little too excited. He celebrated by pumping his fists so hard that he actually dislocated his shoulder, and he was in visible pain as... The post NASCAR driver suffers bizarre injury while celebrating appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Milwaukee Brewers: Pat Murphy speaks out on reason behind loss to Oakland Athletics -‘We didn’t do the job’
The Milwaukee Brewers had high hopes of completing a sweep of the Oakland Athletics on the road, but they simply failed on that mission. The Brewers suffered a 4-3 loss to the A’s on the road on Sunday to come up short of a three-game sweep. Before that game, Milwaukee beat the Athletics in the first two games of the series via a combined score of 20-8.
JUST IN: Man jumps to his death from downtown Wausau apartment building
If you or someone you know is in crisis, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. Chat online at 988lifeline.org. A man died by suicide after jumping from the Landmark Apartments in Wausau, Police Chief Matt Barnes confirmed on...
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