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Here's what to know about the tornadoes in Wisconsin on Saturday
The Wisconsin tornado count from last weekend is now at eight, following National Weather Service surveys that completed on Monday afternoon. The eight tornadoes came on Saturday as part of a severe weather system that dumped rain across the state and left over 10,000 without power for a time. The severe weather also closed roads due to downed powerlines and dumped more than 5 inches of rain in some areas.
Thousands of customers without power in Green Bay, Appleton areas after early morning storms.
Strong storms caused thousands to lose power early Tuesday in northeastern Wisconsin. A storm system moved through northeastern Wisconsin around 1a.m. Tuesday, bringing heavy rain and high winds. No signs of flooding have been reported, but rivers are moving quickly due to the rain. There were 230 power outages affecting...
How to avoid mosquito bites, per the National Pest Management Association
MADISON, Wis. -- Summer has officially arrived, and with the heat and humidity sweeping Wisconsin, so have mosquitoes. Because the pests can leave an itchy bite and transmit mosquito-borne diseases, it is important to take precaution to avoid discomfort.
Two Southeast Wisconsin fires being blamed on lightning strikes
Fire crews in two Southeast Wisconsin communities are investigating after structure fires are being blamed on lightning strikes from strong and severe thunderstorms overnight and early this morning. In the Town of Jefferson, residents tell our news partners at TMJ4 they heard a “loud boom” shortly before 9:00pm Monday, after...
1 injured, 1 trapped in cabin as major storm whips through central Wisconsin
A massive storm that swept through central and northern Wisconsin early Tuesday left a swath of damage in its wake, while crews rescued one injured person and pulled another person from a cabin in the town of Bradley. Now, the National Weather Service will determine whether a tornado touched down...
Wisconsin wants to be tech mecca. After Foxconn broken promises, the state says this time is for real
The Biden administration has designated Wisconsin as home to one of 31 regional Tech Hubs authorized under the CHIPS and Science Act, with a focus on bio-health. Backers say the effort could create 30,000 jobs over 10 years, and spur $9 billion in economic development. A separate $3.3 billion investment...
Paddle the Wisconsin River's new water trail, the Great Pinery Heritage Waterway
It's still being developed, but a newly-designated water trail in the middle of Wisconsin already is attracting thousands of paddlers and may well be on its way to receiving national designation by the National Park Service. Called the Great Pinery Heritage Waterway, it stretches 108 miles on the Wisconsin River...
Area Athletes To Compete In Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association All-Star Games
The Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association All-Star games will be held this week at the JustAgame Fieldhouse in Wisconsin Dells. The girls games are scheduled for Wednesday and the boys will play on Thursday. Here are the area senior girls basketball players scheduled to participate:. Division I North:. Ayana Bousum, Marshfield.
La Crosse man charged with first degree intentional homicide
LA CROSSE COUNTY, Wis. (WEAU) - A La Crosse man is charged with first degree intentional homicide. A criminal complaint shows 36-year-old Zachary Fritz is charged in La Crosse County Circuit Court with first degree intentional homicide, use of a dangerous weapon, domestic abuse. According to the criminal complaint, on...
ALERT DAY: Strong/Severe T-storms possible after 10 pm
WHAT WE ARE TRACKING: ALERT DAY is effective until 3 am early Thursday morning for severe thunderstorms. Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats. Light rain is expected on Thursday, but no severe weather is expected.
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