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Episode 6: A Nation on Edge: GOP Convenes on a Battleground Rocked by Political Violence
Republicans gather in Wisconsin to officially nominate former President Trump on the heels of a shocking assassination attempt here in Pennsylvania. How will Saturday’s event’s shift the focus, and the security at the convention in Milwaukee. And where does the race go from here? Also, how can we lower the temperature in our politics? We talk to a noted mental health expert who helps us understand how our brains process political discourse - and decisions - in these deeply divided times.
Wisconsin’s new rules on ballot drop boxes create opportunity for election challenges and ‘vigilantes’
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Wisconsin’s free newsletter here.Voters using Wisconsin’s newly legalized drop boxes may return only their own ballots, except in special cases, according to new guidance from the Wisconsin Elections Commission. That means even a voter dropping off a spouse’s ballot along with their own could be considered as having cast a ballot improperly.The rule could be difficult for municipal clerks to enforce. But it leaves an opening for potential challenges from conservative election activists, who are already preparing to act on...
In young voters, Wisconsin GOP leaders see an opportunity in 2024
The door to the Republican Party of Dane County office. The uphill battle of conservative organizing in overwhelmingly Democratic Dane County does not deter Republican Party of Dane County chair Brandon Maly. His organization’s goal for the November election?. “Lose by less,” Maly, 24, tells Isthmus. “When you get...
Waterloo's Crave Brothers wins American Cheese Society awards
WATERLOO — Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese took home two Top Five accolades at the 2024 American Cheese Society (ACS) Judging & Competition. ACS judges were impressed by Crave Brothers’ Fresh Mozzarella ball and Marinated Fresh Mozzarella Ciliegine, both earning third place honors in hotly contested categories. The prestigious ACS Judging & Competition is an annual showcase of the best products and recognizes exceptional American cheeses and their makers. The competition is one of the largest in North America and is renowned for its high standards...
Well Wisconsin Radio: Let’s Talk About Overcoming Addiction
If you are looking for well-being tips and advice from local experts, Well Wisconsin Radio is the podcast for you!. About one third of the population in the United States is directly impacted by addiction. Join in as Dr. Adi Jaffe, a nationally recognized expert on addiction, mental health, relationships and shame. Dr. Jaffe shares why talking about addictions is so important, the barriers people experience in seeking treatment, and the effectiveness of a variety of treatment methods. Also explore keys to overcoming addiction and the impact of Dr. Jaffe’s work withing Wisconsin.
Nine River Rats selected for DCL all-star game
The hard work from the Maunesha River Rats in the 2024 Dairyland Collegiate League season is paying off. Waterloo's team was well-represented in the league's all-star game, hosted at Waterloo Firemen's Park on Thursday, July 11. Nine River Rats in all made the cut, Lincoln Becker (NIAAC), Jackson Hunley (Lewis University), Nick Guidici (Parkland College), Jaiden Jung (Milwaukee Area Tech), Luke Klekamp (Milwaukee Area Tech), James Love (Eastern Illinois University), Connor Greuel (Southeastern College), Austin Olla (UW-La Crosse), and Alek Zdziarski (Edgewood College). ...
Residents sound off on making Apostle Islands National Lakeshore a national park
Congressman Tom Tiffany wants to make the Apostle Island National Lakeshore Wisconsin’s first national park, but not everyone in the Bay Area is on board. Several people spoke out against the proposal Thursday during a Bayfield County Executive Committee meeting, concerned about what would happen to the Bay Area if it comes to fruition. Tiffany, R-7th District, has said the Bay Area would see increased tourism, bringing with it enhanced...
McKays' game with Braves postponed
Heavy rain on Sunday, July 13 may have saved the Waterloo McKays of the Home Talent Baseball League from a tough day of competition. They were scheduled to hit the road that day to take on the Monona Braves at their place. Monona was set to enter the game as the top team in the HTL’s Eastern Section with a perfect 8-0 record so far this season. Waterloo, on the other hand, went into the weekend in the midst of a six-game losing streak and...
She helped the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin revive its traditional ways, unwelcomed by many
Marj Stevens' quest in the 1970s to bring back Oneida traditions to the reservation in northeast Wisconsin after they had been lost due to assimilation ruffled some feathers at the time within the established Christian community. “I didn’t even know people were talking about me like that,” she recalled recently. Stevens said she...
Fox Lake Community Sees Continued Growth
(Fox Lake) Mayor Tom Bednarek and City Administrator Kelly Crombie addressed a positively trending housing market among other factors in the Fox Lake area. A couple of key growth points in the community are the LeRoy Meats expansion project and an effort of adding 36 new apartment units. The added...
Beaver Dam car dealer accused of rolling back odometers and title fraud
BEAVER DAM, Wis. (WBAY) - The DMV has revoked the wholesale dealer licenses for Great Lakes Motors LLC, a car dealer in Beaver Dam. The business is accused of rolling back odometers on vehicles they sold to consumers, as well as falsifying title documents, in violation of state law. The...
32-year-old Brandon man injured in Fond du Lac County rollover crash; sheriff's office is investigating
FOND DU LAC COUNTY – A 32-year-old Brandon man was injured in a single-vehicle rollover crash in the town of Springvale July 15. Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office responded around 7:30 p.m. Monday to a 911 call that a pickup truck had rolled over and was upside down in a ditch near W11615 County TC.
Beaver Dam Common Council Meeting Monday Night
(Beaver Dam) The Beaver Dam Common Council is set to meet Monday night. Some of the items on the agenda include an ordinance amending the 2024 budget as well as an amendment to the city’s parking restrictions. Resolutions on the docket include updating the use of up to $320,000...
Thiel quick with Outlaws at Wilmot; Will work toward crown in IRA King of the Wings trio
SHEBOYGAN, Wis. (July 15, 2024) - It was a hard-fought battle in the Badger State for Scotty Thiel and Team 73, joining the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series in a trio of starts at Beaver Dam Raceway (July 10) and Wilmot Raceway (July 12-13), respectively. But when the dust finally settled, the recent IRA Outlaw Sprint Series winner found himself with three main event starts in three tries, highlighting all outcomes with an 11th-place score at Wimot on Friday, July 12.
Attorney General Josh Kaul focuses on school safety during visit to West Salem
WEST SALEM, Wis. (WEAU) - Attorney General Josh Kaul is looking to secure funding for trainings that seek to prevent violence in schools. Kaul visited West Salem High School on Tuesday to spread the message. “Individuals who are planning to engage in targeted violence often display threatening or concerning behaviors...
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