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2 dead, dozens hospitalized from nationwide listeria outbreak linked to deli meat
There is a nationwide outbreak of listeria linked to sliced deli meats that is part of an ongoing investigation, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The outbreak killed two people, including one from New Jersey, and hospitalized 28 others. Here’s what you need to know about the listeria outbreak...
Wisconsin ends ban on carrying firearms while fishing
Wisconsin is ending its long-standing rule that banned carrying firearms while fishing after facing a legal challenge. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources agreed to end the ban on anglers, or those who fish recreationally, from carrying firearms Wednesday. The DNR was facing pressure from the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty, a conservative law […]
What to know about assisted living in Wisconsin: admissions, cost, services, and more
In Wisconsin, there are more than 4,000 assisted living facilities and 60,000 beds — and they range in size, price, specialities and level of medical care. Assisted living facilities oversee key questions about your or your loved one's care: admissions, staffing levels and the availability of a nurse, among other things. Here are the...
Standoff between law enforcement, man who shot at officers in Baraboo ends
AMHERST, Wis. -- A standoff in the Village of Amherst between law enforcement and a man accused of shooting at officers ended with the man being located Friday evening, CBS News affiliate WSAW-TV reports.
Armed man barricaded inside home
AMHERST, WI (WSAU-WAOW) The Portage County Sheriff’s Office say law enforcement are still in a standoff with an armed and dangerous man in the Amherst area as of 3pm Thursday afternoon. Law enforcement has been on the scene of a home at 450 Mill Avenue. Police say the man...
'I was just outraged'; Green Bay settles lawsuit, agrees to pay $200,000
The lawsuit was brought on by the Wisconsin State Senate after listening devices were discovered in City Hall. Senator André Jacque says that he was appalled and worried about sensitive conversations.
Local surrogates stump for Harris as Wisconsin Democrats prepare for biggest mobilization blitz
MADISON, Wis. — Local leaders across Wisconsin wrapped up the week by stumping for now-presumed Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, with just over 100 days left until the November election. The focus Friday was on trying to tie former President Donald Trump to Project 2025 — a more...
Wisconsin fans look forward to Olympic watch parties
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Olympic watch parties are popping up around the state, exciting fans and businesses for what’s ahead during the summer games. Team USA women’s soccer fans went to Breese Stevens Field Thursday to watch the team take home a 3-0 victory against Zambia. Heidi Herberger...
Wisconsin's Apostle Islands could become America's newest national park
MADISON - The Apostle Islands could soon become Wisconsin's first national park, thanks to an effort by several federal lawmakers. U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany introduced a bill Tuesday that would designate the area as a national park, upgrading it from its current designation as a national lakeshore. The first hearing on the...
UpFront Fridays: Seismic shift in presidential race
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Time now for UpFront Fridays, a look back at the week that was in Wisconsin politics with the executive producer and co-host, Matt Smith. In this case, a week unlike any other: a seismic shift in the presidential race with President Biden bowing out and his choice to take his place making her first campaign appearance right here in the state, VP Kamala Harris in Milwaukee, this past Tuesday.
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