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Take Action. Honor Kaitie Event in Hudson
HUDSON, Wis. (WEAU) - St. Croix County community members come together to continue honoring Deputy Kaitie Leising. She was killed in the line of duty while conducting a traffic stop outside Glennwood City in May of last year. Tonight, a foundation in her name has a message for everyone. Thank...
Queen’s Corner – River Falls, Turtle Lake and Centuria
WOODVILLE, WI – Hi Woodville! This weekend, Friday, July 12, 2024, and Sunday, the 14th, was lots of fun!. On Friday, the four of us (2024-25 Syttende Mai Queen Katelyn Gustafson, me, Second Princess Addisyn Wichelman and Third Princess Adeline Haugen) attended the River Falls Days Parade and Queen’s Tea. We saw some familiar faces, and some new ones when we met the new River Falls Ambassadors. River Falls had a huge turnout for their parade, so we were able to see a lot from the town of River Falls with our float Leif.
New Minnesota Laws For Kids Riding In Cars Go Into Effect August 1st
A new child restraint law will come into effect for Minnesotans on August 1st. The new law includes a requirement that all children under 13 years old MUST sit in the back seat of any motor vehicle that has one. “Every driver who transports a child or children under the...
Rock Ridge VFW hammers Hibbing to move on in District 8 tournament
DULUTH—Riding high off of their walk-off win from just a few hours prior, the Rock Ridge VFW baseball team did exactly what their coach wanted in game two against Hibbing: swing the bat and score runs early. Post 1172 scored runs in all but one inning in the contest to take an 11-1 lead on the top-seeded team in the tournament. Post 222 managed to get a bit going in the seventh inning, scoring five runs, but it wasn’t enough as Rock Ridge advanced further...
Experts fear GOP's post-shooting Trump idolization could have "incredibly dangerous" effect
Chants of "fight, fight, fight!" — though brief — peppered the final night of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee Thursday, with attendees pumping their fists as GOP nominee Donald Trump solemnly recounted the attempt on his life during his acceptance speech. The crowd took inspiration from the...
Sunday's Milwaukee Brewers game vs. Minnesota Twins won't be on TV. But you can still watch for free.
The Milwaukee Brewers finally return to the field Saturday for the first of two games against the Minnesota Twins, but on Sunday in the series finale, you'll find the game in an unusual place. The Brewers and Twins game will start at 12:05 p.m. CT — an hour earlier than you might expect,...
Wisconsin Evening Forecast: Quiet Night with Low 60s, Showers Return Sunday Afternoon
Milwaukee, WI – A calm and cool evening is expected across Wisconsin tonight, with temperatures dipping into the low 60s. Residents near the lake can anticipate slightly warmer conditions. The National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan reports a quiet night with passing clouds. According to the National Weather Service, the tranquil...
Northern Illinois and Wisconsin State Line: Showers Sunday, Storms Midweek
Chicago, IL – Northern Illinois and the Wisconsin state line area can expect a mix of weather conditions in the upcoming days, with isolated showers on Sunday followed by potential storms early next week. According to the US National Weather Service in Chicago, temperatures will remain near seasonal averages...
Ruffed grouse drumming counts up in northern and central Wisconsin regions, down in southwestern
Ruffed grouse drumming increased this spring in two of three priority areas and the species appears to be on the upward phase of its traditional 10-year population cycle in Wisconsin, according to the Department of Natural Resources. The DNR's 2024 ruffed grouse drumming survey showed a 57% increase in drum counts statewide...
Colby Cheese Days returning this weekend with activities for all ages
COLBY, Wis. (WSAW) - Colby Cheese Days is back, and there will be many events throughout the weekend that you and your family can participate in. Friday is the start of a long day of events. It starts with a book and movie sale. You can shop starting at 7 a.m. at the Colby Lions Shelter, that will be open until 5 p.m. The food stand will open at 5 p.m. That way you can enjoy some grub before the carnival opens at 6 p.m. You can play bingo starting at 6 p.m. If bingo isn’t your forte, you can also watch the ATV Garden Tractor & UTV pulls at the same time. Players will also hit balls out of the park at the softball tournament starting at 6:30 p.m. You can end the night with live music starting at 9 p.m. The Dweebs will be playing until 1 a.m.
Lake Superior Water Temperature July Update
From the National Weather Service - Duluth - July 20, 2024. Surface water has been warming quickly on Lake Superior the last couple of weeks, now in the 60s to low 70s across much of Western Lake Superior, except portions of the North Shore which are in the mid to upper 50s. Cold water in the 40s lurks below the warm surface water, and could mix in with a strong upwelling event should it occur.
Coach Bill King honored as outstanding citizen
VIRGINIA—Bill King, known to many for his years of coaching winning basketball teams at Orr High School, is now reflecting on his being selected as Outstanding Citizen of St. Louis County. “It’s a distinct honor to get the award because I dedicated my whole life to betterment of the Nett Lake reservation and all the people of the reservation. I feel it’s just a distinct honor to represent the Bois Forte tribe,” he said in a recent interview at Virginia’s Washington Manor where he resides. ...
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.
‘Birds and Blooms’ set July 27
The public is invited to Eveleth-Fayal Garden Club’s “Birds and Blooms” Flower Show on Saturday, July 27, at the Fayal Town Hall, 4375 Shady Lane, Eveleth. Entries will be accepted on Friday, July 26, 4-6:30 p.m. and Saturday morning 9:30-10:30 a.m. Exhibitors do not have to be garden club members. There will be a special category for young gardeners. Contact Alice at 218-749-5516, Nancy at 218-744-2941 or Jan at 218-865-6018 for a list of possible entries and rules. Viewing of the exhibits is 1:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday. Prize drawings, a plant/gardening items sale and refreshments will be available. Pictured are winners from the show last summer.
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...
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