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Conservative Wisconsin law firm strengthening ties with local school boards
Erica Kochanski has been paying attention to the Waukesha School board since moving to the district in 2021. That was the same year the board gained national attention for deciding not to participate in a federal program that would have provided free school lunches to families. The district has since gotten notice for its handling of LGBTQ+ issues.
With Biden out, these Wisconsin Democratic delegates have more power than they imagined
The Milwaukee delegates have cast their lot with Vice President Harris. Here are the Democrats from Wisconsin who will be delegates at the Convention next month in Chicago. With President Joe Biden announcing Sunday that he’s withdrawing from the race, the nomination is up for grabs. These are the Wisconsinites who will attend the convention as delegates.
One dead, one seriously injured in ATV crash in Tigerton; alcohol said to be a factor
TIGERTON (WLUK) -- One person is dead and another sustained serious injuries after an ATV crash in Shawano County. Shortly after 8:30 a.m. Saturday, an employee of the Tigerton OHV Park and Campground called 911 after coming upon the scene of the crash, where an ATV had struck a tree in the Embarrass River OHV Park.
Former F-15 pilot recalls ejecting at supersonic speed
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - At Mach 1.2 (or roughly 900 miles per hour), Captain Brian Udell knew they were in trouble. He was flying his F-15E Eagle jet with Captain Dennis White jet over the Atlantic the night of April 18, 1995, when it developed a problem with its heads-up display.
Manitowoc manufacturing plant to pay $85K for violating Wisconsin air pollution laws
MANITOWOC, Wis. (WFRV) – The state of Wisconsin and a manufacturing plant in Manitowoc have reached a settlement after the company violated air pollution laws. Kerry Inc. must pay $85,000 to resolve violations of Wisconsin’s air laws related to operating a liquid smoke manufacturing facility in Manitowoc. The Manitowoc County Circuit Court approved the settlement on July 11.
On international Climate Emergency Day, young Milwaukeeans speak out
Monday was Climate Emergency Day. It’s an international call for action over the next five years to prevent catastrophic global warming. Wisconsin was represented. Nine rallies were staged throughout the state, including at the Capitol. One small but passionate contingent carpooled from Milwaukee to Madison to participate in the rally.
Search warrant at Winneconne home yields illegal drugs, extensive paraphernalia
WINNECONNE (WLUK) -- Police seized drugs and extensive amounts of paraphernalia after executing a search warrant at a Winneconne home Sunday. Officers with the Winneconne and Omro police departments conducted the search around 10 a.m. at a residence in the 400 block of S. 2nd Avenue. It stemmed from previous drug seizures in Lake Winneconne Park last week.
‘This is a recurring nightmare’: Jason Prigge shares recovery news from motorcycle crash
MANITOWOC – In the latest update from Jason and Tina Prigge, who were in a serious motorcycle crash earlier this month, Jason said he knows "everyone is looking for updates on Tina and I." Grow It Forward CEO Amber Daugs shared his words in an update on the GoFundMe...
Itty Bitty, full of love and friendly snuggles, can be brought home as soon as today!
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – In today’s Pet Saver meet Itty Bitty!. Itty Bitty is a 2-year-old dog available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Green Bay Campus. She has the sweetest caring eyes, and this 38-pound girl is full of love and friendly snuggles. She has...
Menasha woman officially charged with homicide following deadly crash
MENASHA, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in Menasha say one woman is officially being charged with multiple charges including a homicide charge after a victim died from their injuries following a crash on July 13. According to a release from the Menasha Police Department, the Winnebago County District Attorney’s Office...
Plane crash south of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh kills 2 on first day of event
TOWN OF NEKIMI – Two people have died after a plane crashed in a farm field about 2 miles south of the EAA AirVenture grounds Monday afternoon. Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release the crash was reported by the air traffic control tower at Wittman Regional Airport at 12:15 p.m....
RNC Tributes Racist ‘Ole Miss’ Frat Bro Who Made Monkey Noises At Black Woman
The RNC played footage from a pro-Palestinian protest at Ole Miss' campus where a frat bro made monkey noises at a Black woman. The post RNC Tributes Racist ‘Ole Miss’ Frat Bro Who Made Monkey Noises At Black Woman appeared first on NewsOne.
Tripoli to hold all class reunion
BRANTWOOD — Tripoli School District alumni and faculty are preparing to gather on Aug. 2-3 at the Palmquist Farm in Brantwood for a reunion of all past graduates and anyone who attended the former school district. The last graduating class of Tripoli High School was in 1969. The high school then closed and consolidated with Prentice School District. Tripoli Elementary School was closed in 2005 and students were bussed to Prentice. ...
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