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# The Fox 99.1 FM - WKFX Radio

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- [First transatlantic telegraph cable completed](https://fox99.com/first-transatlantic-telegraph-cable-completed/) - On this day in US history, after multiple unsuccessful attempts, the first telegraph line across the Atlantic Ocean was completed on August 5, 1858. Cyrus West Field conceived the idea of the telegraph cable in 1854 and secured a charter to lay the well-insulated line across the floor of the Atlantic Ocean. By 1958, 2,000
- [Nautilus sub travels under North Pole](https://fox99.com/nautilus-sub-travels-under-north-pole/) - On this day in US history, the US nuclear submarine Nautilus accomplished the first undersea voyage to the geographic North Pole on August 3, 1958. The first nuclear submarine ever made in the world, it dived at Point Barrow, Alaska, and traveled over 1,800 miles under the Arctic ice cap, later reaching the top of the
- [Battle of Bad Axe](https://fox99.com/battle-of-bad-axe/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the final and most brutal engagement of the Black Hawk War occurred on August 2, 1832. Otherwise known as the Massacre at Bad Axe, after being pursued by US forces, Black Hawk's band of 500 Sauk and Fox tried to cross the Mississippi River. However, they were mowed down by
- [Labor Leader Jimmy Hoffa Reported Missing](https://fox99.com/labor-leader-jimmy-hoffa-reported-missing/) - On this day in US history, James Hoffa, one of the most influential American labor leaders of the 20th century, was reported missing after failing to return home on July 31, 1975. Popularly believed to have been a victim of a mafia hit, evidence of that was never found, and his fate continues to be
- [NASA created](https://fox99.com/nasa-created/) - On this day in US history, Congress passed legislation officially establishing the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on July 29, 1958. This civilian agency is responsible for coordinating America's activities in space and has since sponsored expeditions both human and mechanical. Yielding important information that has helped to piece together what we know about
- [14th Amendment adopted](https://fox99.com/14th-amendment-adopted/) - On this day in US history, after three-quarters of US states ratified the bill, the 14th Amendment, which grants citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the US, was passed on July 28, 1868. This bill also included formerly enslaved people, reaffirming the privileges and rights of all citizens. But decades after its adoption,
- [Phillips Fire of 1894 starts](https://fox99.com/phillips-fire-of-1894-starts/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the clear-cutting by the lumber industry left massive debris behind, and on one dry summer in 1894, a huge fire would break out, bigger than all of the brush fires dealt with that summer on July 26, 1894. While fighting one brush fire on the 26th, the fire department had
- [Religious pioneers settle Salt Lake Valley](https://fox99.com/religious-pioneers-settle-salt-lake-valley/) - On this day in US history, after over 17 months, Brigham Young led 148 pioneers into Utah's Valley of the Great Salt Lake on July 24, 1847. Looking for a place that "nobody wanted," the settlers would travel hundreds of miles to find a place where they were free to practice their religion and politics.
- [Detroit Riots of 1967 begin](https://fox99.com/detroit-riots-of-1967-begin/) - On this day in US history, one of the bloodiest riots in American history started during a period of strife in Detroit on July 23, 1967. A once-affluent city was heavily struggling during this period, with the economy struggling and race relations across the nation at an all-time low. After a raid on an illegal
- [The First Battle of Bull Run](https://fox99.com/the-first-battle-of-bull-run/) - On this day in US history, the first major land battle of the Civil War is carried out between the Union under General Irwin McDowell and the Confederate army under General Pierre G.T. Beauregard on July 21, 1861. The Union army came to northern Virginia underprepared, where an army of 34,000 inexperienced soldiers fought around
- [Neil Armstrong becomes first American to walk on the moon](https://fox99.com/neil-armstrong-becomes-first-american-to-walk-on-the-moon/) - On this day in US history, American astronaut Neil Armstrong speaks these words to over a billion people 240,000 miles away at home: “That’s one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind" on July 20, 1969. After uttering those words, Armstrong became the first human to walk on the surface of the
- [Milwaukee Officials Arrest Jeffrey Dahmer](https://fox99.com/milwaukee-officials-arrest-jeffrey-dahmer/) - This week in Wisconsin history, Milwaukee officials confirmed that parts of and/or all of 11 bodies were recovered from an apartment belonging to a man named Jeffrey Dahmer on July 23, 1991. Dahmer was arrested a day before, on July 22, before being found guilty in 1992 of the murder of 15 young men and
- [Zebulon Pike leads expedition across American Southwest](https://fox99.com/zebulon-pike-leads-expedition-across-american-southwest/) - On this day in US history, Zebulon Pike, the army officer who led an exploring party in 1805 to find the source of the Mississippi River, set off on a new expedition to explore the American Southwest on July 15, 1806. Pike was instructed to find the headwaters of the Red and Arkansas rivers as
- [Sedition Act becomes federal law](https://fox99.com/sedition-act-becomes-federal-law/) - On this day in US history, one of the most egregious breaches of the US Constitution in history became a federal law when Congress passed the Sedition Act on July 14, 1798. This act of Congress endangered the new nation as Federalists took advantage of the public's wartime fears, drafting the Alien and Sedition Acts
- [Congress Enacts Northwest Ordinance](https://fox99.com/congress-enacts-northwest-ordinance/) - On this day in US history, Congress enacted the "Northwest Ordinance", structuring elements in the Northwest Territory and creating policy for new states to join the nation on July 13, 1787. Three to five new northwestern territories that were formerly part of Virginia's territory would appoint a governor and council. Once the population of those
- [The Great Heat Wave of 1936](https://fox99.com/the-great-heat-wave-of-1936/) - This week in Wisconsin history, one of the hottest heat waves Wisconsin has ever endured happened on July 13, 1936. At multiple points during the week from the 7th to the 14th, temperatures exceeded 100 degrees every day in Northeast Wisconsin. Resulting in the deaths of approximately 5,000 nationally and over 400 in the state
- [Millard Fillmore sworn is as 13th US president](https://fox99.com/millard-fillmore-sworn-is-as-13th-us-president/) - On this day in US history, Vice President Millard Fillmore was sworn in as the 13th president of the United States on July 10, 1850. Days after falling ill around the July 4th holiday, President Zachary Taylor would die five days later due to that intestinal ailment. Fillmore would become only the second man to
- [Con man "Soapy" Smith killed in Alaska](https://fox99.com/con-man-soapy-smith-killed-in-alaska/) - On this day in US history, a disgruntled city engineer murders one of the most notorious con men in the history of the West in Skagway, Alaska, on July 8, 1898. Jefferson Randolph Smith, known better as "Soapy" Smith, was a former cowboy turned conman when he went West and realized he could make more
- [Congress sets dollar as the official US currency](https://fox99.com/congress-sets-dollar-as-the-official-us-currency/) - On this day in US history, the Continental Congress established the dollar as the currency of the early United States on July 6, 1785. Just having recently won the Revolutionary War, creating the national currency was one more step toward stabilizing a newly independent economic system. It is based on the Spanish silver dollar; the
- [The First Ice Cream Sundae](https://fox99.com/the-first-ice-cream-sundae/) - This week in Wisconsin history, Edward C. Berner, a pharmacist and owner of a soda fountain in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, created the first ice cream sundae on July 8, 1881. It all came together when a customer had requested that chocolate sauce be poured over a dish of ice cream, due to the fact that
- [US World Cup team upsets England in matchup](https://fox99.com/us-world-cup-team-upsets-england-in-matchup/) - On this day in US history, an American team full of mainly amateur footballers defeated a far-superior England opponent at the World Cup on June 29, 1950. Nicknamed "Miracle on Green", the match is widely considered one of the greatest soccer upsets in history. Despite an intense match-up and historical relevance, the game didn't even
- [Circus World Museum Opens](https://fox99.com/circus-world-museum-opens/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the Circus World Museum opened in Baraboo on July 1, 1959. Located on the 33-acre site that used to be the winter quarters for the Ringling Brothers Circus. It includes eight of the ten original Ringling buildings from the grounds, and it holds one of the largest collections of circus
- [US Air Force reports on Roswell](https://fox99.com/us-air-force-reports-on-roswell/) - On this day in US history, Air Force officials released an over 230-page report dismissing the claims of an alien spaceship crash in Roswell, New Mexico, on June 24, 1997. Nearly 50 years earlier, in 1947, a rancher named W. W. Brazel found a shiny material scattered over his land that helped spur the idea
- [Title IX is enacted](https://fox99.com/title-ix-is-enacted/) - On this day in US history, Title XI of the Education Amendments was officially enacted into law on June 23, 1972. Title IX was put in place to prohibit federally funded educational institutions from discriminating against students or employees based on sex. Before that, women were unable to pursue similar opportunities to men. The NCAA
- [The Great Marshfield Fire of 1887](https://fox99.com/the-great-marshfield-fire-of-1887/) - This week in Wisconsin history, a fatal spark from the Central Wisconsin Railway traincar firebox nearly burned down the booming Marshfield town on June 27, 1887. The day's windy conditions and a few small but important mistakes in quelling the fire caused it to expand exponentially. Large lumber piles by the mills caught fire, causing
- [FDR signs G.I. Bill](https://fox99.com/fdr-signs-g-i-bill/) - On this day in US history, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the G.I. Bill, an unheard-of act of legislation designed to compensate members of the armed services for their efforts in WWII on June 22, 1944. Part of the New Deal Reforms, the bill was created to avoid a potential relapse of the Great Depression
- [First Roller Coaster in America Opens](https://fox99.com/first-roller-coaster-in-america-opens/) - On this day in US history, the first roller coaster to ever open in the country was built at Coney Island, in Brooklyn, New York, on June 16, 1884. Known in other terms as a switchback railway, it traveled at about six miles per hour. Costing about a nickel to ride, the new entertainment was
- [First Large Group of German Immigrant Arrive in Milwaukee](https://fox99.com/first-large-group-of-german-immigrant-arrive-in-milwaukee/) - This week in Wisconsin history, nearly 800 German immigrants arrived in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on June 15, 1839. By the 1850s, the German population reached 38,000 and would jump to 184,000 by the 1880s. The Wisconsin census in 2000 recorded that around 42.6% of residents declared German ancestry.
- [Congress Votes George Washington as Leader of Continental Army](https://fox99.com/congress-votes-george-washington-as-leader-of-continental-army/) - On this day in US history, the Continental Congress voted to appoint George Washington to command the colonies' first official army on June 15, 1775. He had been managing his family's plantation when Congress unanimously voted him to lead the revolutionary army. He would officially take command on July 3rd. After six years of struggle
- [Scientists Discover Oldest Artwork Known in Americas](https://fox99.com/scientists-discover-oldest-artwork-known-in-americas/) - On this day in US history, scientists published what is believed to be the oldest known artwork in the Americas on June 12, 2011. An engraving was discovered on a fossil bone dated at least 13,000 years old, most likely from a mammoth, giant sloth, or even a mastodon. One thing: a fossil bone was
- [NFL and AFL announce merger](https://fox99.com/nfl-and-afl-announce-merger/) - On this day in US history, the rival football leagues, the National Football League (NFL) and the American Football League (AFL), announced their plans to merge on June 8, 1966. The first "Super Bowl" between the two leagues took place at the end of the season between Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packers and the Kansas
- [The Circus Day Tornado](https://fox99.com/the-circus-day-tornado/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the 9th deadliest tornado in US history, and the most dangerous to ever occur in Wisconsin, touched down on June 12, 1899. Known as the "Circus Day" tornado, the cyclone ripped through New Richmond, WI, right after a circus had come to town. Categorized as an F5 tornado, 117 people
- [The Madison Free Library Opens](https://fox99.com/the-madison-free-library-opens/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the second public library in the state opened in Madison on May 31, 1875. Known as the Madison Free Library, it inherited much of its collection from the Madison Institute. The opening of the library helped pave the way for the city's first public library.
- [Dr. Heimlich first publishes his technique for rescuing choking victims](https://fox99.com/dr-heimlich-first-publishes-his-technique-for-rescuing-choking-victims/) - On this day in US history, the stop-choking technique invented by Henry J. Heimlich was published in the medical journal Emergency Medicine on June 1, 1974. The Heimlich maneuver involves thrusting inward and upward on the abdomen and has become a go-to for saving choking victims. The technique went on to save tens of thousands
- [Future President John F. Kennedy is born](https://fox99.com/future-president-john-f-kennedy-is-born/) - On this day in US history, one of America's most popular and universally loved presidents, John F. Kennedy, was born to a politically and socially prominent family in Brookline, Massachusetts, on May 29, 1917. He would become the first American President to be born and then serve as president in the 20th century. He was
- [Andrew Jackson signs Indian Removal Act](https://fox99.com/andrew-jackson-signs-indian-removal-act/) - On this day in US history, President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act into law on May 28, 1830. The bill allowed the federal government to "negotiate" with Native tribes in the southeastern part of the country, resulting in the forced removal of many Natives from the only place they called home. By removing
- [Golden Gate Bridge Opens](https://fox99.com/golden-gate-bridge-opens/) - On this day in US history, San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge opened to the public after five years of construction on May 27, 1937. On opening day, otherwise known as "Pedestrian Day," over 200,000 people walked the 4,200-foot-long suspension bridge spanning from the Golden Gate entrance to San Francisco Bay. The concept of the bridge
- [Wisconsin is accepted into the Union](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-is-accepted-into-the-union/) - This week in Wisconsin history, President James Polk signed the bill accepting Wisconsin's constitution, admitting Wisconsin into the Union on May 29, 1848. As the population in the state rose to over 130,000, statehood seemed inevitable. The people of the territory voted against statehood four times due to fear of a strong central government. But
- [Constitutional Convention Begins](https://fox99.com/constitutional-convention-begins/) - On this day in US history, 55 state delegates convened in Philadelphia on May 25, 1787, to compose a new constitution, four years after the US won its independence from Great Britain. Soon after the British surrender at Yorktown in 1781, the Articles of Confederation served as a placeholder for the soon-to-be US Constitution. After
- [Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis Receive Patent for Blue Jeans](https://fox99.com/levi-strauss-and-jacob-davis-receive-patent-for-blue-jeans/) - On this day in US history, businessman Levi Strauss and tailor Jacob Davis were given a patent to create work pants with metal rivets, also known as blue jeans, on May 20, 1873. Originally known as "waist overalls," the garment was first manufactured by seamstresses out of the men's homes. But by the 1880s, they
- [Marilyn Monroe Sings Happy Birthday to President JFK](https://fox99.com/marilyn-monroe-sings-happy-birthday-to-president-jfk/) - On this day in US history, Marilyn Monroe sang a breathy "Happy Birthday to then-President John F. Kennedy on May 19, 1962. The two had an alleged affair that has been widely speculated on since this and prior intimate moments shed light on the relationship between them, grabbing headlines and fueling gossip for years. While
- [Mount St. Helens Erupts in Washington](https://fox99.com/mount-st-helens-erupts-in-washington/) - On this day in US history, Mount St. Helens, a volcanic peak in Southwest Washington, erupted, killing over 50 people and destroying hundreds of miles of wilderness on May 18, 1980. The landslide that was a result of the eruption was one of the largest recorded in history, and ash fell all over the Northwest
- [Ringling Brothers Perform First Circus Show](https://fox99.com/ringling-brothers-perform-first-circus-show/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the Ringling Brothers gave their first circus show performance in Baraboo, Wisconsin, on May 19, 1884. Six years later, the brothers, Al, Otto, Alf T., Charles, and John expanded their circus to boast two full-sized elephants and railroad car travel.
- [Joseph Schlitz was born in Germany](https://fox99.com/joseph-schlitz-was-born-in-germany/) - This week in Wisconsin history, well-known Milwaukee brewer Joseph Schlitz was born in Mainz, Germany, on May 15, 1831. He immigrated to Milwaukee in 1855 before working at a brewery operated by August Krug. Schlitz would later take over the brewery when Krug passed, and it would reorganize as Joseph Schlitz Brewing Co. in 1874.
- [Lewis and Clark depart to explore the Northwest](https://fox99.com/lewis-and-clark-depart-to-explore-the-northwest/) - On this day in US history, the Lewis and Clark expedition departs from St. Louis, Missouri, to begin their mission to explore the Northwest region from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean on May 14, 1804. Even before the US government expanded into the Louisiana Purchase, President Thomas Jefferson ordered his private secretary, Meriwether
- [Kidnapped Lindbergh baby found dead](https://fox99.com/kidnapped-lindbergh-baby-found-dead/) - On this day in US history, two months after the kidnapping of the famed aviation hero Charles Lindbergh's 20-month-old son from the family's Hopewell, New Jersey, mansion on May 12, 1932, Charles Lindbergh III was found dead less than a mile away. They found muddy footprints, a ladder, and a ransom note demanding $50,000 in
- [Dust storm sweeps from Great Plains and outer states](https://fox99.com/dust-storm-sweeps-from-great-plains-and-outer-states/) - On this day in US history, a massive dust storm sent millions of tons of topsoil flying across the Great Plains and as far east as New York on May 11, 1934. Due to the excessive demand for wheat as the US entered WWI, farms pushed their land to the limit, plowing under the much-needed
- [Transcontinental railroad completes, unifying US](https://fox99.com/transcontinental-railroad-completes-unifying-us/) - On this day in US history, the presidents of the Union Pacific and Central Pacific railroads met in Utah to drive the last ceremonial railroad spike that connected the line to make transcontinental travel possible for the first time in history on May 10, 1869. Despite the adversity, railroad workers finished the project by laying
- [Woodrow Wilson proclaims the first Mother's Day](https://fox99.com/woodrow-wilson-proclaims-the-first-mothers-day/) - On this day in US history, President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation that established the first national Mother's Day on May 9, 1914. The idea for the special day is credited to Julia Ward Howe and Anna Jarvis, who both suggested the holiday, by 1911 most states individually celebrated it.
- [Allied Nations Worldwide Celebrate V-E Day](https://fox99.com/allied-nations-worldwide-celebrate-v-e-day/) - On this day in US history, the United States, along with other Allied countries, celebrated the first Victory in Europe Day on May 8, 1945. Cities across the Allied countries put out flags and banners rejoicing in the defeat of the Nazis in World War II. The 8th marks the day when the German troops
- [First Japanese Immigrant arrives in the US](https://fox99.com/first-japanese-immigrant-arrives-in-the-us/) - On this day in US history, a 14-year-old fisherman named Manjiro is believed to be America's first Japanese immigrant after he arrived in the US on a whaling ship on May 7, 1843. The trip wasn't intentional as the boat was blown off course 300 miles by a massive storm. A US whaling boat would
- [Hindenburg Crashes in New Jersey killing dozens](https://fox99.com/hindenburg-crashes-in-new-jersey-killing-dozens/) - On this day in US history, the airship known as Hindenburg burst into flames after touching the docking tower in Lakehurst, New Jersey, killing 36 on board the aircraft on May 6, 1937. It was the largest self-propelled aircraft ever built and the pride of Nazi-occupied Germany. While attempting to moor at Lakehurst, a spark
- [Alan Shepard becomes First American in Space](https://fox99.com/alan-shepard-becomes-first-american-in-space/) - On this day in US history, Navy Commander Alan Shepard Jr. was launched into space aboard the Freedom 7 space capsule, becoming the first American to travel to space on May 5, 1961. The flight reached a height of 116 miles into the atmosphere and lasted 15 minutes, a major triumph for NASA. Later in Shepard's
- [National Guard Murders Four Students at Kent State](https://fox99.com/national-guard-murders-four-students-at-kent-state/) - On this day in US history, National Guardsmen who were called in to keep the peace at an anti-war protest on Kent State's campus killed four students and wounded nine on May 4, 1970. The tragedy was a watershed moment for a nation divided by the conflict in Vietnam, and it then further galvanized the
- [Earthquake Strikes Wisconsin](https://fox99.com/earthquake-strikes-wisconsin/) - This week in Wisconsin history, a strong earthquake shook a 3,000-mile area in Southeastern Wisconsin on May 6, 1947. Despite the magnitude being a near 3.8, there was little damage, and it was described as feeling like a "heavy bump" to most residents. The earthquake was felt from Sheboygan to the Wisconsin-Illinois border.
- [The Battle of the Coral Sea Begins](https://fox99.com/the-battle-of-the-coral-sea-begins/) - On this day in US history, the first modern naval engagement in history began on May 3, 1942. After having broken Japan's secret war code, the US intercepted a transmission detailing an impending invasion of Tulagi and Port Moresby at the Coral Sea. The confrontation was known as the "Battle of the Coral Sea" and
- [Allied Forces resolve argument over whether to deploy US troops on the Western Front](https://fox99.com/allied-forces-resolve-argument-over-whether-to-deploy-us-troops-on-the-western-front/) - On this day in US history, a conference of Allied military leaders argued over whether or not to deploy US troops on the Western Front in World War I on May 2, 1918. It took two days of arguments, but leaders who were already entrenched in World War I decided on a compromise that would
- [Empire State Building Dedicated](https://fox99.com/empire-state-building-dedicated/) - On this day in US history, President Herbert Hoover officially dedicated New York City's Empire State Building on May 1st, 1931. In a symbolic show, President Hoover hit a button in the White House that turned on all the lights in the building. The Empire State Building was the world's tallest structure until 1972; that
- [George Washington gives first Presidential Inaugural Address](https://fox99.com/george-washington-gives-first-presidential-inaugural-address/) - On this day in US history, George Washington was sworn in as the first American president and delivered his first inaugural speech on April 30, 1789. The address was held at Federal Hall in New York City and helped to set a longstanding tradition for the presidential ceremony.
- [World War II monument opens in Washington, DC](https://fox99.com/world-war-ii-monument-opens-in-washington-dc/) - On this day in US history, the World War II Memorial opened in Washington, DC, on April 29, 2004. The memorial welcomed thousands of visitors on the inaugural day, and the monument recognizes over 16 million US servicepeople who served in the war. The memorial displays a curved wall of 4,000 golden stars, dedicated to
- [Union Captures New Orleans](https://fox99.com/union-captures-new-orleans/) - On this day in US history, Union troops officially took possession of New Orleans on April 28, 1862. The capture of the major southern city was a massive blow to the Confederacy; the lower Mississippi would become a Union highway straight to Vicksburg, Mississippi, where another massive victory would turn the tide of the war
- [Wisconsin Mobilizes Thousands for Spanish-American War](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-mobilizes-thousands-for-spanish-american-war/) - This week in Wisconsin history, after the announcement of the start of the Spanish-American War a week prior, Wisconsin was ordered to mobilize soldiers for the war effort on April 27, 1898. The state would end up sending over 5,000 men; most would be sent to the Puerto Rico Campaign, but 134 Wisconsin soldiers would
- [Remembering the Sultana Steamship Explosion](https://fox99.com/remembering-the-sultana-steamship-explosion/) - On this day in US history, a steamboat named Sultana exploded on the Mississippi River near Memphis, Tennessee, killing 1,700 passengers on April 17, 1865. Over 2,300 total passengers boarded the ship in Vicksburg, but only 600 people survived what would go down as the worst maritime disaster in US history. An independent inquiry would determine
- [Luis Castro becomes first Latin American to play in the MLB](https://fox99.com/luis-castro-becomes-first-latin-american-to-play-in-the-mlb/) - On this day in US history, Luis Castro broke the mold as the first known Latin American athlete to play for a Major League Baseball team on April 23, 1902. He played for the Philadelphia Flyers during the "Baseball War," but got his chance to start when he had to replace Napoleon "Larry" Lajoie after
- [First Earth Day is Established](https://fox99.com/first-earth-day-is-established/) - On this day in US history, the first official Earth Day was celebrated in the United States on April 22, 1970. Introduced initially by Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin, millions of Americans now celebrate the day all across the country.
- [First Movie Projector demonstrated in US](https://fox99.com/first-movie-projector-demonstrated-in-us/) - On this day in US history, Woodville Latham and his sons Otway and Gray demonstrated their "Panopticon" on April 21, 1895. Inspired by the Kinetoscope, this invention would lead to the modern production of movies; there are still versions of the famous loop used in Hollywood today.
- [Congress Approves the Creation of the Wisconsin Territory](https://fox99.com/congress-approves-the-creation-of-the-wisconsin-territory/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the US Congress debated the boundaries and infrastructure of a new territory to be introduced to the Union. On April 20th, 1836, President Andrew Jackson approved the congressional resolution to make Wisconsin the country's newest territory. However, appointments for officials weren't made until later that July.
- [Shooting at Columbine High School is Remembered](https://fox99.com/shooting-at-columbine-high-school-is-remembered/) - On this day in US history, two teenage gunmen killed 13 people at a shooting spree at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colorado, on April 20, 1999. The shocking killings went on to prompt a national gun debate that is ongoing to this day. In 2022, there were 46 school shootings, a dramatic rise from
- [Apollo 13 returns to Earth](https://fox99.com/apollo-13-returns-to-earth/) - On this day in US history, Apollo 13, the US lunar spacecraft that suffered a major malfunction on its mission to the moon, safely returned to Earth on April 17, 1970. The astronauts and mission control were put up against massive logisital issues with stabilizing the craft, but overcame those and touched down safely in
- [Harriet Quimby becomes first woman to fly the English Channel](https://fox99.com/harriet-quimby-becomes-first-woman-to-fly-the-english-channel/) - On this day in US history, Harriet Quimby became the first woman to fly the English Channel on April 16, 1912. She took on this adventure right after becoming the first woman to earn a pilot's license in the US; however, she would die months later in an airplane accident at 37.
- [Jackie Robinson becomes first African American MLB player](https://fox99.com/jackie-robinson-becomes-first-african-american-mlb-player/) - On this day in US history, Jackie Robinson, at 28 years old, became the first African American player in Major League Baseball history on April,15 1947, playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers. He broke the color barrier that plagued the sport for more than 50 years; his number, 42, was the first number ever retired by
- [The Milwaukee Braves Debut](https://fox99.com/the-milwaukee-braves-debut/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the Milwaukee Braves made their official debut in Milwaukee on April 14, 1953. They played at the newly constructed County Stadium, defeating the St. Louis Cardinals, 3-2, in 10 innings.
- [Remembering the Colfax Massacre](https://fox99.com/remembering-the-colfax-massacre/) - On this day in US history, an armed group of white supremacists attacked a courthouse guarded by a mainly Black militia in the town of Colfax, Louisiana, on April 13, 1873. The Colfax Massacre is thought to be the deadliest single incident of racial violence of the Reconstruction period.
- [ASPCA is founded in NYC](https://fox99.com/aspca-is-founded-in-nyc/) - On this day in US history, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is founded in New York City on April, 10 1866. Founded by Henry Bergh, the ASPCA became the model for over 25 other humane organizations in the US and Canada. By the time Bergh had died in 1888, 37
- [Robert E. Lee Surrenders to the Union](https://fox99.com/robert-e-lee-surrenders-to-the-union/) - On this day in US history, Robert E. Lee surrendered his 28,000 Confederate soldiers to Union General Ulysses S. Grant on April 9, 1865. After being forced to abandon the Confederate capital of Richmond, Virginia, and being blocked from joining forces in North Carolina, Lee surrendered his troops, which effectively ended the Civil War.
- [President Lincoln signs Charter for first College for Deaf Students](https://fox99.com/president-lincoln-signs-charter-for-first-college-for-deaf-students/) - On this day in US history, President Abraham Lincoln signed a charter that authorized the first college for deaf students on April 8, 1864. The school is based in Washington, D.C., and was the first institution of its kind. The school has now become Gaullaudet University, known as one of the leading centers of education
- [Curly Lambeau was Born in Green Bay](https://fox99.com/curly-lambeau-was-born-in-green-bay/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the founder, player, coach, and vice president of the Green Bay Packers, Earl "Curly" Lambeau, was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on April 9, 1898. Lambeau founded the Packers in 1919 and served as the team's only coach until 1949. Through that time, he led the Packers to six world
- [The US Officially enters World War One](https://fox99.com/the-us-officially-enters-world-war-one/) - On this day in US history, the US House of Representatives endorses the declaration to go to war against Germany on April 6, 1917. After Germany sank four more US ships in March, President Wilson appeared before Congress on April 2nd to ask for a declaration of war. Just four days later, his request was
- [Confederate Capital of Richmond is Captured](https://fox99.com/confederate-capital-of-richmond-is-captured/) - On this day in US history, the capital of the Confederacy fell to the Union on April 3rd, 1865. One of the most significant signs that the Civil War was coming to an end, tens of thousands of Union as well as Confederate soldiers' lives were lost in the lead-up to the capture of the
- [US Troops Land in Okinawa for World War Two](https://fox99.com/us-troops-land-in-okinawa-for-world-war-two/) - On this day in US history, after the loss of nearly 116 planes, 50,000 US troops landed on the southwest coast of Okinawa on April 1, 1945. The troops on the Japanese Island were under the command of Lieutenant General Simon Buckner Jr., who would die just three days before the Japanese surrender.
- [Triangle Shirtwaist fire kills 146 in New York City](https://fox99.com/triangle-shirtwaist-fire-kills-146-in-new-york-city/) - On this day in US history, one of the darkest moments in America's industrial history occurred when the Triangle Shirtwaist Company factory caught fire on March 25, 1911. Due to a major lack of safety measures (such as no sprinkler systems installed), 146 workers were killed in the blaze. While the tragedy will go down
- [Exxon Valdez Crashes, Causing one of the Worst Oil Spills in History](https://fox99.com/exxon-valdez-crashes-causing-one-of-the-worst-oil-spills-in-history/) - On this day in US history, the Exxon Valdez crashed into a reef, causing one of the worst oil spills in US history on March 24, 1989. An estimated 11 million gallons of oil spilled into the Pacific Ocean, despite efforts, the contamination would spread for nearly 700 miles.
- [Old Abe Dies in Fire at State Capitol](https://fox99.com/old-abe-dies-in-fire-at-state-capitol/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the famous Civil War mascot for the Eau Claire infantry unit, Company C, passed away on March 26, 1881. During the Capitol fire of 1881, smoke engulfed Old Abe's cage. Only one of his feathers survived the flames; it's kept in the Wisconsin Historical Museum.
- ['OK' Officially becomes part of the US Vocabulary](https://fox99.com/ok-officially-becomes-part-of-the-us-vocabulary/) - On this day in U.S. history, the initials "O.K." were first published in The Boston Morning on March 23, 1839. At the time, it was intended as an abbreviation of "oll korrect," a popular slang misspelling of "all correct." What began as a humorous term eventually became one of the most widely recognized slang phrases
- [President FDR re-legalizes sale of alcohol](https://fox99.com/president-fdr-re-legalizes-sale-of-alcohol/) - On this day in US history, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Beer and Wine Revenue Act on March 22, 1933. This would strike down the 18th Amendment as well as the Volstead Acts, both of which helped to bring the US into what's now known as the "Prohibition" era in 1919. President Roosevelt was
- [Martin Luther King Jr begins march from Selma to Montgomery](https://fox99.com/martin-luther-king-jr-begins-march-from-selma-to-montgomery/) - On this day in US history, 3,200 demonstrators in Alabama, led by Martin Luther King Jr., began a historic march from Selma to Montgomery on March 21, 1965. Despite many of the demonstrators being assaulted with "non-lethal" weapons and being severely beaten, they were able to make it to the Alabama State Capitol. King would
- [The Republican Party is founded in Wisconsin](https://fox99.com/the-republican-party-is-founded-in-wisconsin/) - On this day in US history, former members of the Whig Party met to establish a new party in Ripon, Wisconsin. On March 20, 1854, the Republican Party was formed to oppose the spread of slavery into the western territories. Despite multiple meetings to discuss the formation of the party happening in other northern states,
- [The War in Iraq Begins](https://fox99.com/the-war-in-iraq-begins/) - On this day in US history, the United States, along with a coalition of forces mainly from the UK, initiated the war in Iraq on March 19, 2003. President Bush and his advisors worried that dictator Saddam Hussein, leader of Iraq, possessed or was in the process of possessing weapons of mass destruction. Despite the
- ["Tri-State Tornado" becomes Deadliest in US History](https://fox99.com/tri-state-tornado-becomes-deadliest-in-us-history/) - On this day in US history, the worst tornado to ever blow through the country became the deadliest on March 18, 1925. Rolling through Missouri, Indiana, and southern Illinois, 695 people were killed, along with 13,000 injured in the event, with many of the casualties happening in southern Illinois. The tornado traveled almost 219 miles
- [British Evacuate Boston](https://fox99.com/british-evacuate-boston/) - On this day in US history, British forces were forced to evacuate Boston after eight years of occupation on March 17, 1776. Due to the successful placement of fortifications and cannons by General George Washington, over 11,000 loyalists and British forces were sent sailing to Nova Scotia for safety. This freed Boston and resulted in
- [US Military Academy Established](https://fox99.com/us-military-academy-established/) - On this day in US history, the United States Military Academy was founded by Congress with the intention of training and educating young men in military science on March 16, 1802. Located in West Point, New York, most people today refer to the academy by its location (West Point). It now enrolls more than 4,000
- [Reedsville Wins WIAA Basketball Tournament](https://fox99.com/reedsville-wins-wiaa-basketball-tournament/) - This week in Wisconsin history, Reedsville High School, with an enrollment of only 87 students, won the WIAA state basketball tournament on March 16, 1946. With a population of just 476, Reedsville became the smallest community in Wisconsin history to win the (at the time) one-class tournament. They would end up winning against Eau Claire
- [US Army launches K-9 Corps](https://fox99.com/us-army-launches-k-9-corps/) - On this day in US history, the US Army started training dogs for their new War Dog Program on March 13, 1942. Once established, well over a million dogs served in the now-renowned "K-9 Corps" as sentry dogs, scout dogs, and even land-mine detection dogs.
- [Dane County Becomes Recognized](https://fox99.com/dane-county-becomes-recognized/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the Territorial Legislature passed an act officially recognizing Dane County on March 11, 1839. They would later call for an election of county officers on the first Monday of May that same year; it is now known as one of the fastest-growing counties in Wisconsin!
- [The Battle of the Alamo comes to an end](https://fox99.com/the-battle-of-the-alamo-comes-to-an-end/) - On this day in US history, the Battle of the Alamo came to a brutal end after 13 days of fighting on March 6, 1836. Roughly 200 Texans died while trying to defend against 1,000 Mexican soldiers, capping off an important moment in the Texas Revolution.
- [Dane County Becomes Organized](https://fox99.com/dane-county-becomes-organized/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the Territorial Legislature passed an act officially recognizing Dane County on March 11, 1839. They would later call for an election of county officers on the first Monday of May that same year; it is now known as one of the fastest-growing counties in Wisconsin.
- [Congress Establishes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers](https://fox99.com/congress-establishes-the-u-s-army-corps-of-engineers/) - On this day in US history, Congress established the US Army Corps of Engineers to help plan, develop, and construct facilities for the US Army on March 11, 1779. They were initially made up of citizen workers, Continental Army members, and even French officers. Today, over 35,000 US civilians and enlisted personnel are working on
- [Boston Massacre Sparks American Revolution](https://fox99.com/abraham-lincoln-inaugurated-as-16th-president/) - On this day in US history, in 1770, a mob of American colonists protested outside the Customs House in Boston. When British soldiers confronted the protestors, a snowball flew from the crowd. It hit Private Hugh Montgomery, leading him to discharge his rifle towards the crowd, which then prompted more of the soldiers to open
- [The Star-Spangled Banner Becomes Official U.S. National Anthem](https://fox99.com/the-star-spangled-banner-becomes-official-u-s-national-anthem/) - On this day in US history, President Herbert Hoover signed a congressional act making "The Star-Spangled Banner," composed by Francis Scott Key, the national anthem of the United States. While it had been widely regarded as such throughout the 19th century, it wasn't until March 3rd of 1931 that it was signed into law.
- [Manitowoc Chartered as a Village](https://fox99.com/manitowoc-chartered-as-a-village/) - This week in Wisconsin history, the city of Manitowoc was chartered as a village on March 6th, 1851. They would become incorporated as a city on March 12th, 1870. The city is known as the "Maritime Capital of Wisconsin." It has a full, rich history of shipbuilding as well as brewing.
- [National Congress Creates the Grand Canyon](https://fox99.com/national-congress-creates-the-grand-canyon/) - On this day in American history, the United States National Congress established Grand Canyon National Park in 1919 in Northwestern Arizona. It is an immensely popular National Park that sees upwards of several million visitors every year.
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- [4th of July](https://fox99.com/4th-of-july/) - The Fourth of July marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the thirteen American colonies formally broke from British rule. The document, drafted mainly by Thomas Jefferson, expressed ideals of liberty, self-government, and equality that continue to define the nation.
- [Independence Day](https://fox99.com/independence-day/) - The Fourth of July marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, when the thirteen American colonies formally broke from British rule. The document, drafted mainly by Thomas Jefferson, expressed ideals of liberty, self-government, and equality that continue to define the nation to this day.
- [Wisconsin Statehood](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-statehood-2/) - Wisconsin became the 30th U.S. state on May 29, 1848. Born from rich Native American history and early European settlement, it grew through lead mining, lumber, and agriculture. Its location between the Great Lakes and Mississippi River helped shape commerce, culture, and westward expansion.
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- [Two traffic stops bust drugs with help of K9s](https://fox99.com/two-traffic-stops-bust-drugs-with-help-of-k9s/) - RICE LAKE, and CONRATH, Wis. (WJMC) -- Two separate traffic stops last week recovered illegal drugs and several dangerous weapons. Rice Lake Police said a K9 detected drugs during a traffic stop Thursday evening. In the vehicle police found methamphetamine, prescription drugs, drug paraphernalia, a riot gas grenade, a loaded pistol and demolition detonation caps.
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- [Participants sought for cancer study](https://fox99.com/participants-sought-for-cancer-study/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Volunteers are sought to participate in a long-term cancer research study with the National Cancer Institute and Marshfield Clinic Health System. The Connect for Cancer Prevention Study will have participants give samples and every few years and answer online health surveys a few times a year. It aims to research
- [Wisconsin DNR request public’s help in tracking black bear dens](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-dnr-request-publics-help-in-tracking-black-bear-dens/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Help the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources with black bear research. The agency is asking the public to submit information about the location of black bear dens found across the state. The Black Bear Litter and Diet Survey will help produce new estimates of reproductive rates within each bear management zone,
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, March 11, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-march-11-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- The governor’s budget proposes over a billion dollars for aging infrastructure; -- Rep. Derrick Van Orden asks DOGE to spare veterans and farmers from federal cuts; -- Marshfield Clinic wants volunteers for a long-term cancer research study; -- And the DNR says you can help track black
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, March 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-march-10-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Police K9s recover drugs and weapons during traffic stops last week; -- Phil Grassmann appointed to be Rusk County’s next sheriff; -- Federal dairy grants disbursed after holdups by DOGE; -- and the Brewers make plans to honor the late, great Bob Uecker.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, March 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-march-10-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, March 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-march-10-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Monday, March 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-monday-march-10-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Max Strus had 17 points to lead a balanced scoring attack as the NBA-leading Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-100 for their 14th consecutive victory. The Cavs became just the second team to win 14 straight while scoring at least 110 points in each of those games. The 1985-86 Boston Celtics
- [Grassmann appointed as next Rusk County Sheriff](https://fox99.com/grassmann-appointed-as-next-rusk-county-sheriff/) - LADYSMITH, Wis. (WJMC) -- Rusk County’s chief deputy has been appointed by the governor to lead the sheriff’s office. On Friday, Gov. Tony Evers named Phil Grassmann as the next sheriff, following the retirement of current sheriff Jeffery Wallace. He retires April 1, and Grassmann will serve the remainder of the term through January 2027.
- [USDA releases dairy innovation grants paused by DOGE](https://fox99.com/usda-releases-dairy-innovation-grants-paused-by-doge/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- The Trump administration walks back cuts to a dairy funding program. Dairy farmers and processors in Wisconsin and across the US will receive promised reimbursements under the Dairy Business Innovation Initiative grant program. The funding held up by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency has been released after intervention by groups
- [Brewers will honor Uecker throughout season](https://fox99.com/brewers-will-honor-uecker-throughout-season/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- Paying tribute to “Mr. Baseball." The Milwaukee Brewers will salute longtime broadcaster Bob Uecker at their home opener against the Kansas City Royals. Here is Brewers Chief Operating Officer Marti Wronski. “We’re gonna have Bob’s autograph across the outfield for certain. We’re absolutely going to have a moment of silence so
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, March 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-march-10-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Police K9s recover drugs and weapons during traffic stops last week; -- Phil Grassmann appointed to be Rusk County’s next sheriff; -- Federal dairy grants disbursed after holdups by DOGE; -- and the Brewers make plans to honor the late, great Bob Uecker.
- [MU Poll's Franklin: ‘not many’ aware of races for Wisconsin Supreme Court and state Superintendent](https://fox99.com/mu-polls-franklin-not-many-aware-of-races-for-wisconsin-supreme-court-and-state-superintendent/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin voters go to the polls April 1st to select a new state Supreme Court Justice and state Superintendent of Public Instruction. Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin on how many are paying attention “Not many. So 39% say they've heard or read a lot about the Supreme Court race,
- [PM NEWSCUT - Friday, March 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscut-friday-march-7-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- The suspect has been named and charged from Sunday’s homicide in Hudson; -- Layoffs to the National Weather Service could have catastrophic consequences, experts say; -- State Republicans propose a pronoun defining bill for students and schools; -- and traditional and green skills shared in Prairie Farm
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Friday, March 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-friday-march-7-2025/) - HSGB, Sectional Semifinals Durand-Arkansaw 57, Colfax 22 McDonell Central 62, Cameron 61 Rice Lake 59, Lakeland (WI) 47 WJMC FM / 96.1 RL Warriors at Rhinelander Hodags / D2 Playoff Boys Basketball 6:45 p.m. pregame. 7 p.m. tipoff. WAQE FM / 97.7 Colfax at Clear Lake / D4 Playoff Boys Basketball 6:45 p.m. pregame. 7
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, March 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-march-7-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, March 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-march-7-2025/)
- [Hudson homicide suspect named, charged in court](https://fox99.com/hudson-homicide-suspect-named-charged-in-court/) - HUDSON, Wis. (WJMC) -- The man accused of killing a woman and involved in a three-hour standoff with police in Hudson on Sunday has been named. 54-year-old Chad A. Haworth was named as the suspect by Hudson police. Authorities said officers were called to his apartment on Sunday afternoon for a welfare check and he
- [UW Madison's 'Weather Guys' concerned about layoffs at NOAA and NWS](https://fox99.com/uw-madisons-weather-guys-concerned-about-layoffs-at-noaa-and-nws/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Trump administration layoffs at the National Weather Service have experts concerned. “The Weather Guys,” UW Madison meteorology professors Jonathan Martin and Steve Ackerman said the service is essential. “During times of severe weather monitoring that and being really vigilant and giving warnings to the public. You pull back on that service,
- [Traditional and green skills taught in Prairie Farm](https://fox99.com/traditional-and-green-skills-taught-in-prairie-farm/) - PRAIRIE FARM, Wis. (WJMC) -- A day of educational skills will be held Saturday in Prairie Farm. The Hay River Transition Initiative invites all ages to the annual Traditional and Green Skills event, this Saturday from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., at Prairie Farm School. A full day of learning from local experts, and working
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, March 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-march-7-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- The suspect has been named and charged from Sunday’s homicide in Hudson; -- Layoffs to the National Weather Service could have catastrophic consequences, experts say; -- State Republicans propose a pronoun defining bill for students and schools; -- and traditional and green skills shared in Prairie Farm
- [March 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/march-6-2025/) - Testing.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, March 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-march-6-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- A woman found dead and a suspect in custody after a standoff in Hudson yesterday; -- Police and emergency responders conduct a large training event in Shell Lake tomorrow; -- Prep your kids for the daylight saving time change this weekend; -- And scam texts threaten to
- [Get kids ready for Daylight Savings this weekend](https://fox99.com/get-kids-ready-for-daylight-savings-this-weekend/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- We spring forward this weekend, but now is the time to prep kids for the weekend’s change to Daylight Savings time. University of Wisconsin assistant professor of pediatrics Dr. Casy Freymiller says getting kids ready for the change in routine is crucial. "Preparing for it and doing that in advance can
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, March 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-march-6-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, March 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-march-6-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Thursday, March 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-thursday-march-6-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 32 points to bring his career total over 20,000, Damian Lillard added 34 points and Kevin Porter Jr. had a triple-double as the surging Milwaukee Bucks trounced the short-handed Dallas Mavericks 137-107 The 30-year-old Antetokounmpo has scored 20,010 career points. He's the 52nd player to reach 20,000. Porter had
- [Woman dead, suspect in custody after standoff in Hudson](https://fox99.com/woman-dead-suspect-in-custody-after-standoff-in-hudson/) - HUDSON, Wis. (WJMC) -- A woman is dead and a suspect is in custody after a more than three hour standoff with police in Hudson on Wednesday afternoon. Hudson Police Chief Geoffry Willems said officers were called to an apartment building in the 1600 block of Namekagon Street for a welfare check where a man
- [Large-scale critical incident training at Shell Lake School on Friday](https://fox99.com/large-scale-critical-incident-training-at-shell-lake-school-on-friday/) - SHELL LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Shell Lake Police, Shell Lake Fire and Shell Lake School District are conducting a training event at the school on Friday. The event will simulate a large-scale critical incident and involve multiple other emergency and police agencies from around the area. It will last all day. Shell Lake interim police
- [Evers likely to veto Republican tax cut if it's passed prior to state budget](https://fox99.com/evers-likely-to-veto-republican-tax-cut-if-its-passed-prior-to-state-budget/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- At the Capitol, a brewing dispute over tax cuts and the state budget. Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature have expressed a desire to pass a tax cut before they complete work on a two-year state budget. Democratic Governor Tony Evers doesn't think much of that idea. “They have an interest in
- [A group funded by Elon Musk is behind deceptive ads in crucial Wisconsin Supreme Court race](https://fox99.com/a-group-funded-by-elon-musk-is-behind-deceptive-ads-in-crucial-wisconsin-supreme-court-race/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A group backed by billionaire Elon Musk is behind a new set of deceptive attack ads and text messages targeting voters just weeks ahead of the election for a seat on Wisconsin’s Supreme Court. The ads are labeled as coming from a group called Progress 2028 and are made to look
- [MU Poll finds Wisconsinites ‘nearly perfectly polarized’ over Trump's performance](https://fox99.com/mu-poll-finds-wisconsinites-nearly-perfectly-polarized-over-trumps-performance/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- “Nearly perfectly polarized.” That’s how Marquette Law School Poll Director Charles Franklin describes the partisan divide over President Donald Trump’s job performance. “92% of Republicans approve of the job he's doing. Go to the bottom and Democrats, it's just 2% of Democrats who approve," Franklin said. "So this is the gigantic,
- [Don't fall for E-ZPass payment text scam](https://fox99.com/dont-fall-for-e-zpass-payment-text-scam/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A new text message scam is cropping up on phones in Wisconsin and nationwide. The message will warn you of unpaid tolls through the E-ZPass app, saying failure to pay will lead to your vehicle being impounded. That's not the case, because the message actually comes from scammers looking to get
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, March 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-march-6-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- A woman found dead and a suspect in custody after a standoff in Hudson yesterday; -- Police and emergency responders conduct a large training event in Shell Lake tomorrow; -- Prep your kids for the daylight saving time change this weekend; -- And scam texts threaten to
- [Dorothy “Dot” Gago](https://fox99.com/dorothy-dot-gago/) - Dorothy “Dot” Gago, 69, of Turtle Lake, passed away on February 10. The memorial service for Dorothy Gago will be held at Skinner Funeral Funeral Home, in Turtle Lake, on Saturday at 3 p.m. Visitation is 12 until 3 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.
- [Dorothy Swanson](https://fox99.com/dorothy-swanson/) - Dorothy Swanson, 85, of New Richmond, passed away on February 22. The visitation for Dorothy Swanson will be held at East Immanuel Lutheran Church, in Amery, on Saturday from 1 until 4 p.m.
- [Gregory “Greg” Paulus](https://fox99.com/gregory-greg-paulus/) - Gregory “Greg” Paulus, 72, of Rice Lake, passed away on February 25. He is survived by his wife, Susan Paulus; sons, Jason Paulus and Andrew Paulus; brother, Gerald; and sisters, Florence and Christine. The Mass of Christian burial for Gregory Paulus will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, in Dobie, on Saturday
- [Roger Beffa](https://fox99.com/roger-beffa/) - Roger Beffa, 89, of Hudson, passed away on February 24. The celebration of life for Roger Beffa will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on Saturday from 2 until 4 p.m.
- [Charles “Charlie” Bickell](https://fox99.com/charles-charlie-bickell/) - Charles “Charlie” Bickell, 60, of Minong, passed away on February 27. The visitation and gathering for Charles Bickell will be held at Spooner Funeral Home on Friday from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
- [Suzette Thompson](https://fox99.com/suzette-thompson/) - Suzette Thompson, 58, of Dallas, passed away on February 28. She is survived by her husband, Joel Thompson; son, Bendsend Thompson; daughters, Danette VanDusseldorp, Brita Rust and Hanne Moyer; and sister, Gwynette Werth. The visitation for Suzette Thompson will be held at First Baptist Church, in Hillsdale, on Saturday from 4 until 7 p.m.
- [Thomas “Tom” Conover](https://fox99.com/thomas-tom-conover/) - Thomas “Tom” Conover, 71, of Somerset, passed away on February 25. The memorial service for Thomas Conover will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehova’s Witnesses, in New Richmond, on Saturday at 2 p.m.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, March 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-march-5-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Republicans propose pharmacy benefit reforms to lower drug costs; -- Canada and Mexico are Wisconsin’s top export destinations; -- and Gov. Tony Evers lambastes congress for not opposing the newly enacted tariffs.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, March 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-march-5-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, March 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-march-5-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Wednesday, March 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-wednesday-march-5-2025/) - ATLANTA (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 26 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists for his seventh triple-double of the season, and the surging Milwaukee Bucks beat the Atlanta Hawks 127-121. Damian Lillard scored 23 points for the Bucks, who have won three straight and seven of eight. Milwaukee remained in fourth place in the Eastern
- [Heavy, blowing snow makes difficult commutes this morning](https://fox99.com/heavy-blowing-snow-makes-difficult-commutes-this-morning/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- The area remains under a winter storm warning through this afternoon. Last evening brought sleet, then around four inches of heavy snow with blowing winds. Around three additional inches of snow are expected today with gusts up to 45 miles per hour. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said the blowing
- [Republicans introduce Cole Act aimed at reforming pharmacy benefit managers](https://fox99.com/republicans-introduce-cole-act-aimed-at-reforming-pharmacy-benefit-managers/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- At the Capitol, new Republican authored legislation aims to reform pharmacy benefit managers. Dodgeville Representative Todd Novak authors the bill alongside Senate President Mary Felzkowski. "I have a rural district. Most of my pharmacies are independently owned. It’s a huge issue with them. I've been affected by this personally. I recently
- [Tariffs by the numbers: Canada is Wisconsin's top export destination](https://fox99.com/tariffs-by-the-numbers-canada-is-wisconsins-top-export-destination/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- New Trump administration tariffs on Wisconsin’s largest trading partners. President Donald Trump on Tuesday imposed 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and doubled the tariff on China to 20%. Wisconsin’s largest foreign market in 2024 was Canada. The $7.9 billion worth of goods exported there represented 29 percent of the state’s
- [‘It sucks, it's bad.’ Evers blames Republicans in Congress for not opposing Trump tariffs](https://fox99.com/it-sucks-its-bad-evers-blames-republicans-in-congress-for-not-opposing-trump-tariffs/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin’s governor blames Republicans in Congress for not opposing the Trump administration on tariffs. Tariffs on Cannada and Mexico were breaking news Tuesday as Democratic Governor Tony Evers addressed the impacts on Wisconsin. “It's going to be significant," Evers said. During a WisPolitics luncheon in Madison, Evers indicated Congress has abdicated
- [Local utilities check in with DC delegation](https://fox99.com/local-utilities-check-in-with-dc-delegation/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- Local Wisconsin utilities check in with members of Congress. Manitowoc Public Utilities general manager Troy Adams was among the group with American Public Power Association to meet with legislators in Washington D.C. last week. The vibe in Washington is different under this second Trump presidency. “We have been told in a
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, March 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-march-5-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Difficult commutes this morning with an ongoing winter storm; -- Republicans propose pharmacy benefit reforms to lower drug costs; -- Canada and Mexico are Wisconsin’s top export destinations; -- and Gov. Tony Evers lambastes congress for not opposing the newly enacted tariffs.
- [Jimmy Gilbertson](https://fox99.com/jimmy-gilbertson/) - Jimmy Gilbertson, 84, of Barron, passed away on February 22. He is survived by his partner, Cheryl Dahlke. The funeral service for Jimmy Gilbertson will be held at Rausch and Steel Funeral Home, in Barron, on Thursday at 2 p.m. Visitation is 1:15 until 2 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.
- [Kathleen Krarup](https://fox99.com/kathleen-krarup/) - Kathleen Krarup, 80, of Amery, passed away on March 1. The funeral service for Kathleen Krarup will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, in Amery, on Friday at 10:30 a.m. Visitation is 9:30 until 10:30 a.m. on Friday at the church.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, March 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-march-4-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- A New Richmond man suspected of killing his wife; -- Residents lose tens of thousands of dollars to scam calls; -- No voting machine errors found in the audit of the November 2024 election; -- and the DNR takes applications for the next elk hunt season.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, March 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-tuesday-march-4-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Tuesday, March 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-tuesday-march-4-2025/) - WJMC AM 1240 / FM 96.5 Milwaukee Bucks at Atlanta Hawks 6 p.m. WJMC FM / 96.1 Lakeland T-Birds at RL Warriors / D2 Playoff Boys Bbl 5:45 p.m. WKFX FM / 99.1 C/W Bulldogs at Cameron Comets / D4 Playoff Boys Bbl 6:45 p.m. Linebacker Isaiah McDuffie is staying with the Green Bay Packers.
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday, March 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-march-4-2025/)
- [New Richmond man suspected of killing wife](https://fox99.com/new-richmond-man-suspected-of-killing-wife/) - NEW RICHMOND, Wis. (WJMC) -- A New Richmond man is in jail, suspected of killing his wife. New Richmond Police Chief Craig Yehlik said 70-year-old Gordon Laakso was the suspect. A caller on Sunday said Laakso made comments suggesting his wife had been harmed. A welfare check was done at the couple’s residence, but 68-year-old
- [Variety of scams target local residents, costing tens of thousands of dollars](https://fox99.com/variety-of-scams-target-local-residents-costing-tens-of-thousands-of-dollars/) - BARRON, Wis. (WJMC) -- Various scams have defrauded local residents out of nearly 50 thousand dollars over the past few months. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said scam calls change daily, but take several common themes. The “Computer Virus Scam” has you pay in BitCoin or gift cards to fix computer problems. The “Grandparent Scam”
- [August on 'UpFront' says Republicans are adamant about tax cuts](https://fox99.com/august-on-upfront-says-republicans-are-adamant-about-tax-cuts/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature want to use part of the state’s projected $4.6 billion budget surplus for tax cuts. On WISN’s ‘UpFront’ program, Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August was asked whether they’ll hold up work on a state budget if Governor Tony Evers rejects that “It depends on how the
- [Schimel reiterates stance on Trump's Jan. 6th pardons](https://fox99.com/schimel-reiterates-stance-on-trumps-jan-6th-pardons/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel is reiterating where he stands when it comes to President Donald Trump's pardons of those who took part in the January 6th Capitol attacks. "A president has the power to pardon people and I was asked do I object to the President using their pardoning
- [WEC audit finds no machine errors in Trump election win](https://fox99.com/wec-audit-finds-no-machine-errors-in-trump-election-win/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A Wisconsin Election Commission audit found no voting machine errors in Donald Trump's win. According to a release from the Commission, there was no evidence that any of the voting systems used and audited in Wisconsin changed votes from one candidate to another, incorrectly tabulated votes, or altered the outcome of
- [Application period open for 2025 elk hunting season](https://fox99.com/application-period-open-for-2025-elk-hunting-season/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Applications are open for Wisconsin's 2025 elk hunting season. Applicants are required to select either the Black River Elk Range or the Clam Lake Elk Range. Hunters can purchase an elk license application online through the Go Wild license portal or in person at a license sales agent. The application fee
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, March 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-march-4-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- A New Richmond man suspected of killing his wife; -- Residents lose tens of thousands of dollars to scam calls; -- No voting machine errors found in the audit of the November 2024 election; -- and the DNR takes applications for the next elk hunt season.
- [Carol Krueger](https://fox99.com/carol-krueger/) - Carol Krueger, 87, of Cumberland, passed away on March 1. She is survived by her children, Scott Krueger, Monte Krueger and Troy Krueger; brother, Larry Steege; and sister, Terri Edman. The funeral service for Carol Krueger will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, in Cumberland, on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until
- [Margaret “Rose” Musselman](https://fox99.com/margaret-rose-musselman/) - Margaret “Rose” Musselman, 85, passed away on February 12. She is survived by her children, Gary Lamboy, Jay Hernandez, Tamara Akerlund, Jeffrey Hernandez and William Hernandez. Per her requests, there is no service for Margaret Musselman.
- [Helen Krenzke](https://fox99.com/helen-krenzke/) - Helen Krenzke, 93, of Rice Lake, WI, passed away on February 24. She is survived by her husband, Theodore Krenzke; daughters, Karen Koch, Kathryn Lukas, Kristine Boettcher, Kimberly Eveler and Kaye Hartmann. Funeral services for Helen Krenzke will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church, in Rice Lake. Visitation will be
- [Gordon Lee Jr.](https://fox99.com/gordon-lee-jr/) - Gordon Lee Jr. passed away on February 26. The funeral service for Gordon Lee Jr. will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday at the Assembly of God Church, in Rice Lake. A luncheon is scheduled for after the service at the church.
- [Allen Stanton](https://fox99.com/allen-stanton/) - Allen Stanton, 78, of Rice Lake and formerly of California and Birchwood, passed away on February 28. The graveside service with military honors for Allen Stanton will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery, in Birchwood, on Thursday at 2 p.m.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, March 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-march-3-2025/)
- [Red Cedar Watershed Conference next week](https://fox99.com/red-cedar-watershed-conference-next-week/) - MENOMONIE, Wis. (WJMC) -- The annual Red Cedar Watershed Conference focuses on land, water, and people coming together. The thirteenth annual Red Cedar Watershed Conference is set for Thursday, March 13th, from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m., at UW-Stout in Menomonie. Attendees will hear from keynote speakers and discussion panels. Cate Lucas from the conference
- [GOAT committee Dems raise concerns over open records requests](https://fox99.com/goat-committee-dems-raise-concerns-over-open-records-requests/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Democrats are raising questions about the Wisconsin Legislature’s “GOAT” committee. It stands for Government Accountability and Transparency. The committee has yet to hold any hearings, but co-chair Representative Shae Sortwell is making records requests of all 72 counties and the state’s 50 largest cities regarding diversity, equity and inclusion. There’s nothing
- [Hot cocoa and S’mores at Rice Lake Skating Rink](https://fox99.com/hot-cocoa-and-smores-at-rice-lake-skating-rink/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Rice Lake Community Services invites residents to the city skating rink, next to the Chamber of Commerce, for hot cocoa and S’mores on Sunday. From 1 until 3 p.m., cocoa and S’mores fixings will be provided by Community Services, and they invite residents to come down with skates or lawn
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Monday, March 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-monday-march-3-2025/) - PHOENIX (AP) — Anthony Edwards scored 44 points, Julius Randle added 20 in his first game since missing more than a month with an injury and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Phoenix Suns 116-98 on Sunday night. Edwards scored 17 points in the third quarter as the Timberwolves took control, turning a two-point halftime deficit
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, March 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-march-3-2025/)
- [Packers won't renew season tickets for some resellers](https://fox99.com/packers-wont-renew-season-tickets-for-some-resellers/) - GREEN BAY, Wis. (WRN) -- Some Green Bay Packers season ticket holders are being denied renewals this year. Officials with the team say people who have been exclusively reselling all their season tickets will be taken off the renewal list this season. Spokesman Aaron Popkey says that number is less than 1 percent of ticket
- [Trump funding freeze impacting dairy producers](https://fox99.com/trump-funding-freeze-impacting-dairy-producers/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- Many dairy farmers and processors are feeling the impact of the Trump administration’s funding freeze. Rebekah Sweeney with the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association says the most recent round of funding for the Dairy Business Innovation Initiative has been paused. “Stands to impact 420 dairy businesses nationwide, many of them very small
- [Republican lawmakers reintroduce legislation banning gender-affirming care for WI youth](https://fox99.com/republican-lawmakers-reintroduce-legislation-banning-gender-affirming-care-for-wi-youth/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Republican lawmakers are reintroducing legislation to prohibit persons under the age of 18 from accessing gender-affirming care in Wisconsin. Democratic State Senator Mark Spreitzer chairs the Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus. "To put this out there, when you know it's not gonna become law, I think is even more cruel because it really
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, March 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-march-3-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Use it or lose it, say the Packers to season ticket holders; -- Federal funding freezes impact dairy producers; -- State Republicans propose banning youth from gender-affirming care; -- and the annual Red Cedar Watershed Conference is next week.
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Friday Feb, 28th 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-friday-feb-28th-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points, pulled down a season-high 19 rebounds and dished out seven assists as the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Denver Nuggets 121-112 on Thursday. Denver's Nikola Jokic shot 13 of 16 and had 32 points, 14 rebounds and 10 assists. Jokic now has 27 triple-doubles in the 53 games
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Feb. 28th 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-feb-28th-2025/)
- [FUNERAL SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS -  Friday, Feb 28th 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-service-announcements-friday-feb-28th-2025/)
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Feb. 28th 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-feb-28th-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- SUPREME COURT CANDIDATES SAY THEY ARE UNHAPPY ABOUT OUTSIDE SPENDING -- CLASS II AND POSTED ROAD RESTRICTIONS ARE TEMPORARILY ON HOLD -- YOU CAN TREAT YOURSELF AND HELP OUT FAMILIES IN NEED
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-feb-27-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Thursday, Feb. 27th 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-thursday-feb-27th-2025/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Lauren Betts had 26 points and 10 rebounds and second-ranked UCLA routed Wisconsin 91-61 to set up a showdown with No. 4 USC for the Big Ten title. UCLA (28-1, 16-1 Big Ten) moved into a first-place tie with USC heading into the regular-season finale Saturday at home against the Trojans,
- [Benjamin “Benny” Boe](https://fox99.com/benjamin-benny-boe/) - Benjamin “Benny” Boe, 91 of Deer Park, WI passed away on Monday February 17th. A private burial for Benjamin “Benny” Boe will be held at the Calvary Cemetery. Visitation is at Williamson-White Funeral Home Sunday from 2 until 4pm.
- [Jason A. Peaslee](https://fox99.com/jason-a-peaslee/) - Jason A. Peaslee, 45, of Shell Lake died February 13. Visitation for Jason A. Peaslee will be from 3-6 PM. The funeral service for Jason A. Peaslee will be at 5PM Friday at Skinner Funeral Home
- [Renee Piette](https://fox99.com/renee-piette/) - Renee Piette, 43, of Stone Lake, WI. Died January 9th A Mass of Christian Burial for Renee Piette will be held at 11amSaturday, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.
- [Laurie Puig](https://fox99.com/6641-2/) - Laurie Puig 69, of Haugen passed away on Thursday, February 20th A Celebration of life will be held from 2 – 5 PM on Saturday at the Rice Lake Moose Lodge #402 Interment will be held at a later date at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery in Spooner, Wisconsin.
- [Eva “Evie” Porter](https://fox99.com/eva-evie-porter/) - Eva “Evie” Porter, 87, of Amery, passed away on February 11. The funeral service for Eva Porter will be held at Congregational Church - United Church of Christ, in Amery, on Saturday at 3 p.m. Visitation is 2 until 3 p.m. on Saturday at the church.
- [Jacquelyn “Jacki” Peterson](https://fox99.com/jacquelyn-jacki-peterson/) - Jacquelyn “Jacki” Peterson, 70, of Amery, passed away on January 25. The funeral service for Jacquelyn Peterson will be held at Our Savior Lutheran Church, in Amery, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Friday, from 4 until 8 p.m., at Williamson-White Funeral Home, in Amery, and from 10 until 11 a.m. on Saturday at
- [Delores and Roger Knutson](https://fox99.com/delores-and-roger-knutson/) - Delores Knutson, 92, of Amery, passed away on January 21 and Roger Knutson, 93, of Amery, passed away on February 11. The joint memorial services for Delores and Roger Knutson will be held at Redeemer Lutheran Church, in Amery, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., and from 10
- [Thomas Hogen](https://fox99.com/thomas-hogen/) - Thomas Hogen, 81, of Birchwood, passed away on January 18. The funeral service for Thomas Hogen will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on Saturday at 3:30 p.m., with military honors at 3:20 p.m. Visitation is from 1:30 until 3:30 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.
- [SPORTSCAST - Thurs. Feb. 27th 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thurs-feb-27th-2025/)
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thurs. Feb. 27th 2025](https://fox99.com/6626-2/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Polk County Sheriff’s Office reports one dead following single vehilce crash. -- WISCONSIN STATE GOVERNMENT TO FINISH FISCAL YEAR WITH SURPLUS, REPUBLICINS PREPARE NEXT BUDGET -- THE NATURAL RESOURCES BOARD ATTEMPTS TO SET STANDARDS FOR FOREVER CHEMICALS
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday Feb. 26 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-feb-26-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Wednesday Feb. 26th 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-wednesday-feb-26th-2025/) - IN MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL MADISON, Wis. (AP) — John Blackwell had 24 points and 10 rebounds as 11th-ranked Wisconsin bounced back from a disappointing defeat with an 88-62 victory over Washington. John Tonje added 13 points for the Badgers, who lost 77-73 to Oregon in overtime at home Saturday after leading by 15 with under
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 26 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-feb-26-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- FEDERAL CUTS COULD IMPACT WISCONSIN RESIDENTS -- UW-CHANCELLOR CONCERNED FOR IMPACT ON UNIVERSITY -- CONCERNS OVER MUSK MONEY IN ELECTION -- THE TIME TO REMOVE YOUR ICE SHACK IS DRAWING NEAR
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday February 25th 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-february-25th-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES -  Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-tuesday-feb-25-2025/) - OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Jaden McDaniels scored 27 points, Anthony Edwards blocked Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s go-ahead shot attempt and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a 25-point deficit in the second half to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 131-128 in overtime on Monday night. Naz Reid had 22 points and 11 rebounds and Nickeil Alexander-Walker added 21 points
- [AM NEWSCAST  - Tuesday February 25th 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-february-25th-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- DON’T BELIEVE ALL YOU SEE ONLINE ABOUT SAVING MONEY ON YOUR TAXES -- WISCONSIN DOT WARNS OF MORE FRAUD -- GEEKCON RETURNS TO UWEC BARRON COUNTY
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Monday Feb. 24th 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-monday-feb-24th-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Damian Lillard scored 28 points and Giannis Antetokounmpo had 23 points and 16 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks used a strong fourth quarter to rally past the Miami Heat 120-113 for their fourth consecutive victory. Lillard, who sat out Friday night’s win over Washington with a hamstring strain, also had eight assists.
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday Feb. 24th 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-feb-24th-2025/)
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday February 21st](https://fox99.com/friday-february-21st-am-newscast/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Rice Lake’s National Guard Armory is for sale -- Chetek hosts the annual Winterfest to raise money for Pink Ribbon Advocacy -- The Birkie is here, and there’s an app to help spectators navigate
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday February 24th](https://fox99.com/monday-february-24th-am-newscast/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- A MEMORIAL RACE RETURNS TO RICE LAKE -- WISCONSIN FARMERS PREPARE FOR TARIFFS -- CHEESE LOUISE TO REOPEN IN TEMPORARY LOCATION
- [SPORTSCAST – Friday, Feb. 21, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-feb-21-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES – Friday, Feb. 21, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-friday-feb-21-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo returned after missing six games with a calf strain and scored 23 points as the Milwaukee Bucks rallied for a 116-110 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers. Antetokounmpo was on a minutes restriction and played just under 24 minutes. He left for good with 6:27 remaining as the Bucks trailed
- [City of Rice Lake Offered Right of First Refusal for National Guard Armory](https://fox99.com/6587-2/) - Rice Lake, WI - The City of Rice Lake has been offered the right of first refusal and option to buy the property for 550 thousand dollars. Rice Lake Mayor Harlan Dodge said that price is negotiable and the city has not yet made a decision to buy or not. Under consideration is how to
- [Chetek Winterfest To Welcome Racers and Fans From Across The State](https://fox99.com/chetek-winterfest-to-welcome-racers-and-fans-from-across-the-state/) - Chetek, WI - Chetek will welcome snowmobile racers and fans from all around the state of Wisconsin and beyond as it hosts Winterfest this weekend. The event will not only help raise money for the Chetek Chamber of Commerce, but also for another worthy cause. Winterfest Director Rob Licht explains: “The Bikini run, which is
- [An Online Guide To Help Navigate Birkie Weekend](https://fox99.com/an-online-guide-to-help-navigate-birkie-weekend/) - Rice Lake, WI - It’s day three of Birkie events in Hayward, and a variety of resources are available to help spectators navigate this week’s schedule. Ben Popp, Executive Director of the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation, talks about where to find information. "First and foremost, I would download the Birkie App. If you go to
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-feb-20-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-feb-20-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-thursday-feb-20-2025/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell is receiving a one-year extension on a contract that will now run through the 2031 season. Fickell originally agreed to a seven-year contract paying him an average of $7.8 million per year when Wisconsin hired him away from Cincinnati in December 2022. That contract calls for him
- [Grandparent scam calls target Chippewa County residents](https://fox99.com/grandparent-scam-calls-target-chippewa-county-residents/) - CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WJMC) -- Local authorities warn of the grandparent scam calls. The Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office and Chippewa Falls Police Department said Wednesday that five residents had gotten calls from scammers claiming to be a grandchild in jail and in need of bail money. Some scammers use artificial intelligence to copy their grandchild’s
- [Baldwin warns of Republican plans to cut Medicaid](https://fox99.com/baldwin-warns-of-republican-plans-to-cut-medicaid/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- In Washington, Senate Democrats raise alarm bells over cuts to Medicaid. After vowing earlier this week that he wouldn’t cut Medicaid, President Donald Trump on Wednesday indicated he’s on board with a House Republican budget resolution that calls for $880 billion in cuts to the program. “They're going to be digging
- [WIAA bans transgender athletes from girls athletic competitions](https://fox99.com/wiaa-bans-transgender-athletes-from-girls-athletic-competitions/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association has updated its gender policies - now only athletes designated as females at birth will be allowed in girls' competitions. Republican state Representative Barbara Dittrich authored a bill last year that banned transgender and gender-nonconforming youth from participating in most school sports. "I emulate it, and
- [Assembly approves bill overhauling DPI standards](https://fox99.com/assembly-approves-bill-overhauling-dpi-standards/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A Republican authored bill reversing Department of Public Instruction test standards was approved along party lines in the Wisconsin Assembly on Wednesday. Bill author Representative Robert Wittke: "There's no legislative oversight on the scoring and assessment of our kids, so this bill will establish that it will take us back to
- [Northland College in Ashland to close at end of academic year](https://fox99.com/northland-college-in-ashland-to-close-at-end-of-academic-year/) - ASHLAND, wis. (WRN) -- A northern Wisconsin college will close at the end of the academic year. The Northland College Board of Trustees voted unanimously on Wednesday to close the private environmentally focused liberal arts college in Ashland. Declining enrollment and growing costs of higher education were factors cited for the decision to close the
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-feb-20-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Grandparent scam calls target Chippewa County residents; -- Senate Democrats alarmed by proposed cuts to Medicaid; -- The WIAA bans transgender athletes from girls sports; -- and Rice Lake Community Services invites you to the skating rink for hot cocoa and S’mores on Sunday.
- [Dorothy Schultz](https://fox99.com/dorothy-schultz/) - Dorothy Schultz, 85, of Hudson and formerly of Barron, passed away on February 16. The funeral service for Dorothy Schultz will be held at Rausch and Steel Funeral Chapel, in Barron, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10:30 until 11 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home.
- [Kathleen Wirth](https://fox99.com/kathleen-wirth/) - Kathleen Wirth, 74, of Ridgeland, passed away on February 11. The service for Kathleen Wirth will be held at St. Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Prairie Farm, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Sunday, from 1 until 4 p.m., at the Ridgeland Community Center, and from 10 until 11 a.m. on Monday at the
- [Jason DeRousseau](https://fox99.com/jason-derousseau/) - Jason DeRousseau, 53, of Rice Lake, passed away on January 17. He is survived by his mother, Linda DeRosseau; brother, Ramen DeRosseau; daughter, Carly DeRousseau; and partner, Becky McCann. The celebration of life for Jason DeRousseau will be held at Red Cedar Church, in Rice Lake, on Saturday at 2:30 p.m., followed by a gathering
- [Gov. Evers asks for billions for school districts, over 2 billion in tax cuts in next state budget](https://fox99.com/gov-evers-asks-for-billions-for-school-districts-over-2-billion-in-tax-cuts-in-next-state-budget/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Tony Evers wants to send billions in state aid to Wisconsin schools. The Democratic governor says too many districts are being forced to raise residents' taxes. "In 2024 we saw a historic number of school referendums on the ballot, and 169 of those referendums passed. Nearly 400 referendums passed in the
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-feb-19-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- The Governor’s proposed budget calls for increased school funding and tax cuts for child care; -- Republican lawmakers slam the budget proposals “gimmicky,” and “irresponsible;” -- Incumbent Jill Underly and challenger Brittany Kinser advance in the state superintendent primary; -- and a Marinette County man inducted into
- [Incumbent Wisconsin schools leader and GOP-backed challenger advance in primary](https://fox99.com/incumbent-wisconsin-schools-leader-and-gop-backed-challenger-advance-in-primary/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s Democratic-backed incumbent state schools leader will face a Republican-supported challenger after both advanced in a three-person primary. The winner in the April 1 general election will guide education policy in the battleground state as leader of Wisconsin’s Department of Public Instruction. Jill Underly, currently serving her first term as state
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-feb-19-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-feb-19-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-wednesday-feb-19-2025/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — John Tonje scored 31 points and No. 11 Wisconsin beat Illinois 95-74 to earn its fifth straight victory and end its recent run of futility in this series. Wisconsin (21-5, 11-4 Big Ten) had lost its last nine matchups with the Fighting Illini. That included an 86-80 loss Dec. 10 at
- [Gov. Evers asks for billions for school districts, over 2 billion in tax cuts in next state budget](https://fox99.com/gov-evers-asks-for-billions-for-school-districts-over-2-billion-in-tax-cuts-in-next-state-budget-2/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Tony Evers wants to send billions in state aid to Wisconsin schools. The Democratic governor says too many districts are being forced to raise residents' taxes. "In 2024 we saw a historic number of school referendums on the ballot, and 169 of those referendums passed. Nearly 400 referendums passed in the
- [Republican lawmakers respond to Evers' proposed budget](https://fox99.com/republican-lawmakers-respond-to-evers-proposed-budget/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature are not enthusiastic about Governor Tony Evers' proposed two-year budget. "Frankly, his speech was devoid of a lot of specifics of what he actually wants to do but, a lot of gimmicky tax cuts," said Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu. "Will take his irresponsible budget, turn
- [Feb. 18 spring primary election results for Siren School District, Town of Hayward](https://fox99.com/feb-18-spring-primary-election-results-for-siren-school-district-town-of-hayward/) - SIREN, Wis., and HAYWARD, Wis. (WJMC) -- Two local primaries were held yesterday. In Burnett County, the Siren School District School Board election was narrowed from five to four candidates. Taking the most votes were Polly D. Imme, Corey D. Bauer, Kimberly Thiex and incumbent Eric Olson. They will appear on the ballot April 1
- [Wisconsin Republicans propose $10K income tax break for hurricane and wildfire relocations](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-republicans-propose-10k-income-tax-break-for-hurricane-and-wildfire-relocations/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — People who lost their homes to Hurricane Helene or California wildfires could get a sizeable tax break to move to Wisconsin. State Rep. Cindi Duchow and state Sen. Dan Feyen are sponsoring a bill that would give anyone who moves to Wisconsin from North Carolina or Los Angeles County due to
- [Polk County snowmobile trails closing](https://fox99.com/polk-county-snowmobile-trails-closing/) - BALSAM LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Polk County snowmobile trails north of Highway 8 will close Thursday morning. This includes ATV and UTV use of the Gandy Dancer State Trail. Polk County snowmobile trails south of Highway 8 will close Monday morning.
- [Latest inductee into Packers Fan Hall of Fame a Marinette County man](https://fox99.com/latest-inductee-into-packers-fan-hall-of-fame-a-marinette-county-man/) - GREEN BAY, Wis. (WRN) -- The Green Bay Packers named the latest member of their Fan Hall of Fame. The 27th inductee is the late John Brosig of the Marinette County village of Pound. Brosig, who died from pancreatic cancer late last year, became a Packers season ticket holder in 1962, and attended every game
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-feb-19-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- The Governor’s proposed budget calls for increased school funding and tax cuts for child care; -- Republican lawmakers slam the budget proposals “gimmicky,” and “irresponsible;” -- Incumbent Jill Underly and challenger Brittany Kinser advance in the state superintendent primary; -- and a Marinette County man inducted into
- [Maylene Trudeau](https://fox99.com/maylene-trudeau/) - Maylene Trudeau, 75, of Amery, passed away on February 10. The visitation for Maylene Trudeau will be held on Friday, at Williamson-White Funeral Home, in Amery, from 4 until 7 p.m.
- [Gary Benson](https://fox99.com/gary-benson/) - Gary Benson, 65, passed away on February 10. He is survived by his wife, Rita Benson; sons, Dale Benson and Daniel Benson; and sisters, Debra Colgrove and Connie Miller. The funeral service for Gary Benson will be held at Skinner Funeral Home, in Cumberland, on Friday at 2:30 p.m. Visitation is 12 unti 2:30 p.m.
- [James “Jim” Foust](https://fox99.com/james-jim-foust/) - James “Jim” Foust, 76, of Rice Lake, passed away on February 12. He is survived by his wife, Diane Foust; son, Jason Foust; brother, Vaughn Foust; and sisters, Kathy Dahlberg, Sharon Ostermann and Sue Hensel. The celebration of life for James Foust will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on Friday
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Feb. 14, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-feb-14-2025/)
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Feb. 18](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-feb-18/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Dangerously cold wind chills freeze out many school districts today; -- Gov. Tony Evers delivers his state budget tonight; -- Local residents rallied yesterday in protest of President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk. -- and organizers plan for a chilly American Birkebeiner in Hayward this week.
- [Wisconsin voters to narrow the field of candidates for top education job](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-voters-to-narrow-the-field-of-candidates-for-top-education-job/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Voters cast ballots today to narrow the field in a three-way race for Wisconsin’s top education job. The post is at the forefront in the battleground state of the national fight over school funding. The top two vote-getters in today’s primary will advance to the April 1 general election. The incumbent,
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-tuesday-feb-18-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-tuesday-feb-18-2025/) - No. 11 Wisconsin plays the Illinois Fighting Illini after John Tonje scored 32 points in Wisconsin's 94-84 win against the Purdue Boilermakers. Tuesday's meeting will be the second of the season between the two teams. Wisconsin is 10-4 against the Big Ten, and Illinois is 9-7 against conference opponents. WJMC AM 1240 / FM 96.5
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-feb-18-2025/)
- [Dangerously cold weather freezes out schools today](https://fox99.com/dangerously-cold-weather-freezes-out-schools-today/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Extreme cold brings wind chills as low as 45 below this morning, and as low as 40 below tonight into tomorrow morning. The National Weather Service says exposed skin can risk frostbite in little as 10 minutes. Dress in layers, with a hat, warm face mask and gloves if you
- [Evers unveils his budget Tuesday night](https://fox99.com/evers-unveils-his-budget-tuesday-night/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The governor unveils his state budget tonight. Governor Tony Evers will deliver his 2025-27 biennial budget from the Assembly Chambers in the Wisconsin State Capitol on Tuesday night. Evers’ remarks begin at 7 p.m. and will be livestreamed on the governor’s YouTube channel and Facebook page. Evers has already revealed portions
- [Protests against Trump, Musk rally in Madison, Rice Lake](https://fox99.com/protests-against-trump-musk-rally-in-madison-rice-lake/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Protesters converged on the State Capitol in Madison, and locally, on Monday. Organized by the 50-50-1 Movement, the protests around the nation came in response to what organizers describe as the anti-democratic and illegal actions of the Trump administration. The protests follow a series of executive orders signed by President
- [Watch out for scams this tax season, says IRS](https://fox99.com/watch-out-for-scams-this-tax-season-says-irs/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Scammers are using tax season to try and take your money. IRS spokesman Christopher Miller says one common trick is using scary messages to demand money. "Watch out for unsolicited emails, text messages, social media messages, because they often contain attachments or links that are intended to steal your information," Miller
- [Timely snow helping American Birkebeiner preparations](https://fox99.com/timely-snow-helping-american-birkebeiner-preparations/) - HAYWARD, Wis. (WRN) -- Timely, much needed snow is helping preparations for this weekend’s American Birkebeiner cross country ski race in northern Wisconsin. Birkie executive director Ben Popp says melting won’t be an issue “You also do a little bit of the gut check and say, hey, is it safe to be out here, especially
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-feb-18-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Dangerously cold wind chills freeze out many school districts today; -- Gov. Tony Evers delivers his state budget tonight; -- Local residents rallied yesterday in protest of President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk. -- and organizers plan for a chilly American Birkebeiner in Hayward this week.
- [Edward “Ed” Janisin](https://fox99.com/edward-ed-janisin/) - Edward “Ed” Janisin, 74, of Rice Lake, passed away on February 10. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jo Janisin; sons, Matt Janisin and Dan Janisin; sisters, Janet Malik and Mary Rust; and brother, Jim Janisin. The Mass of Christian burial for Edward Janisin will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Rice
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Feb. 17, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-feb-17-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Gov. Tony Evers calls for an overhaul of the state’s prison system; -- Lawmakers propose a bill to fight sex trafficking; -- Tomorrow’s election will narrow the ballot for state superintendent; -- and become a volunteer hunting instructor with the DNR’s various hunting education programs.
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Feb. 17, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-feb-17-2025/)
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Feb. 17, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-feb-17-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Monday, Feb. 17, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-monday-feb-17-2025/) - BOSTON (AP) — Jill Saulnier had a goal and an assist and Czech goalkeeper Klara Peslarova came into the game in the second period and stonewalled Minnesota for 40 minutes as the Boston Fleet scored four unanswered goals to earn a 4-2 win in their only home game in the month of February. Down 2-0,
- [Wisconsin governor floats plan to close 19th-century prison and overhaul corrections system](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-governor-floats-plan-to-close-19th-century-prison-and-overhaul-corrections-system/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s second-oldest prison that was built in the 1800s in Green Bay would finally be shuttered under a new plan from Gov. Tony Evers. The plan proposes sweeping changes to the state’s correctional system without building a new prison, as some lawmakers have long called for. Evers called for remodeling the
- [Bill would impose $5,000 surcharge for convictions related to sex trafficking](https://fox99.com/bill-would-impose-5000-surcharge-for-convictions-related-to-sex-trafficking/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- At the Capitol, a proposal is being reintroduced to combat human trafficking on the demand side. Modeled after current law in Florida and Washington, the Human Trafficking Prevention Act would impose a mandatory $5,000 surcharge on convictions for patronizing or soliciting prostitutes or keeping a place of prostitution. “Pimps as well
- [Bill on DPI standards gets taken up in Assembly this week](https://fox99.com/bill-on-dpi-standards-gets-taken-up-in-assembly-this-week/) - A bill reversing the Department of Public Instruction's testing standards will be taken up in the state Assembly this week. The Assembly Education Committee passed the bill last week. It would reset state report card standards to levels set in 2019-20, align grades 3-8 with national standards, and restore high school testing standards to levels
- [What to expect in Wisconsin's spring primary](https://fox99.com/what-to-expect-in-wisconsins-spring-primary/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Superintendent of Public Instruction Jill Underly seeks a second four-year term in Tuesday’s spring primary. Underly faces challenges from Sauk Prairie School District Superintendent Jeff Wright and education consultant Brittany Kinser. While the role is officially nonpartisan, Underly and Wright both have support from key Democratic groups, while Kinser has
- [DNR looking for volunteer instructors](https://fox99.com/dnr-looking-for-volunteer-instructors/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is looking for volunteer instructors. There are several ways experienced individuals can help others enjoy safe and ethical hunts. The Mentored Hunting Law program allows novice hunters to hunt within arm’s reach of a qualified mentor without first completing a Hunter Education course. You can
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Feb. 17, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-feb-17-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Gov. Tony Evers calls for an overhaul of the state’s prison system; -- Lawmakers propose a bill to fight sex trafficking; -- Tomorrow’s election will narrow the ballot for state superintendent; -- and become a volunteer hunting instructor with the DNR’s various hunting education programs.
- [Some people didn't know they had a bird flu infection, study of veterinarians suggests](https://fox99.com/some-people-didnt-know-they-had-a-bird-flu-infection-study-of-veterinarians-suggests/) - NEW YORK (AP) — A new study shows the bird flu has silently spread from animals to some veterinarians. It echoes two smaller studies that detected evidence of infection in previously undiagnosed farmworkers. Those studies had small sample sizes, but showed between 7 and 14 percent of those dairy farm workers had been sick. Half
- [Kathleen Wirth](https://fox99.com/kathleen-wirth-2/) - Kathleen Wirth, 74, of Ridgeland, passed away on February 11. The service for Kathleen Wirth will be held at St. Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church, in Prairie Farm, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Sunday, from 1 until 4 p.m., at the Ridgeland Community Center, and from 10 until 11 a.m. on Monday at the
- [No charges for September fishing boat collision on Pokegama Lake](https://fox99.com/no-charges-for-september-fishing-boat-collision-on-pokegama-lake/) - CHETEK, Wis., (WJMC) -- No charges will be filed against a boater involved in a collision of two fishing boats on Pokegama Lake on September 10, 2024. Barron County District Attorney Brian Wright said Michael Hintz may have have been affected by a medical condition, but there was no criminal negligence. Reports said on the
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Feb. 14, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-feb-14-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Barron County’s District Attorney says there are no charges for a September boating crash on Pokegama Lake; -- Tax help is available for filers who are low-income or elderly; -- A bill proposes extra medical coverage for new mothers; -- Snowmobile trails in Polk and Chippewa counties
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Feb. 14, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-feb-14-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Friday, Feb. 14, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-friday-feb-14-2025/) - MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Naz Reid had 27 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists for the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves in a 116-101 victory over Oklahoma City that stopped the Thunder’s seven-game winning streak. Anthony Edwards scored 23 points and Jaden McDaniels added 21 points to propel the Wolves into the All-Star break with an inspired performance
- [Tax help available for those who need it, says IRS](https://fox99.com/tax-help-available-for-those-who-need-it-says-irs/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- If filing your income taxes seems daunting this year, you can get some free help. I R S spokesman Christopher Miller says low income and elderly taxpayers can take advantage of local community support. "Go to a volunteer site in your community to use the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program -
- [DPI Superintendent is only statewide race next week](https://fox99.com/dpi-superintendent-is-only-statewide-race-next-week/) - There’s only one statewide race on next Tuesday’s primary ballot in Wisconsin. It’s for Superintendent of Public instruction, the constitutional office charged with oversight of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The position is officially nonpartisan. Incumbent Jill Underly is seeking a second four-year term. Underly previously served as Superintendent of the Pecatonica Area School
- [Baldwin takes to Senate floor to oppose RFK's HHS nomination](https://fox99.com/baldwin-takes-to-senate-floor-to-oppose-rfks-hhs-nomination/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- Wisconsin Democrat Tammy Baldwin took to the floor of the US Senate Thursday to oppose the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. "I'm speaking as someone who knows first hand how important it is to protect our children from serious illness, and
- [Snowmobile trails open in Barron, Chippewa, Polk, Rusk counties](https://fox99.com/snowmobile-trails-open-in-barron-chippewa-polk-rusk-counties/) - BARRON, Wis. (WJMC) -- Snowmobile trails in Barron, Chippewa, Polk and Rusk counties are now open. In Polk County, this includes the Gandy Dancer, Cattail and Sawmill trails. The Stower Seven Lakes State Trail remains the exception and is not open to snowmobile use. Tony Nowak with the Polk County Parks and Trails, reminds riders
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Feb. 14, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-feb-14-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Tax help is available for filers who are low-income or elderly; -- A bill proposes extra medical coverage for new mothers; -- And snowmobile trails in Polk and Chippewa counties are now open.
- [Robert Johnson, Sr.](https://fox99.com/robert-johnson-sr/) - Robert Johnson, Sr., 63, of Rice Lake, passed away on January 30. He is survived by his wife, Heidi Johnson; sons, Robert Johnson, Jr. and James Johnson; and brother, Ken Johnson. There will be no service for Robert Johnson, Sr.
- [Richard “Dick” Noble](https://fox99.com/richard-dick-noble/) - Richard “Dick” Noble, 68, of Chetek, passed away on February 9. He is survived by his brothers, Bill Noble and Steve Noble. The celebration of life for Richard Noble will be held at a later date.
- [Robert “Bob” Lawrence](https://fox99.com/robert-bob-lawrence/) - Robert “Bob” Lawrence, 78, of Spooner, passed away on February 9. The funeral service for Robert Lawrence will be held at Lake Park Alliance Church, in Shell Lake, on Saturday at 11 a.m. A graveside service will be held at Greendale Cemetery at 1:30 p.m., with military honors. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on
- [Scott Randall](https://fox99.com/scott-randall/) - Scott Randall, 55, of Rice Lake, passed away on February 10. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca “Becky” Randall; siblings, Theresa Randall, Shannon Blaskowski, Kimberly Hoium, Robyn Randall and Michael Randall; and brothers, Robert Single and John Single. The celebration of life for Scott Randall will be held at a later date.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-feb-13-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Be fancy, or not-fancy, for a fundraiser for Benjamin’s House this weekend; -- The spring primary election on Tuesday will narrow the race for state superintendent; -- The City of Spooner wants residents to run water to avoid frozen pipes; -- And the DNR is selling two-year-old
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-feb-13-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-thursday-feb-13-2025/) - MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kyle Kuzma had 19 points and 13 rebounds and the Milwaukee Bucks won without All-Stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 103-101 on Wednesday night. Anthony Edwards’ jumper in the final seconds was off for Minnesota and Kuzma — playing his fourth game for Milwaukee after being acquired from
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-feb-13-2025/)
- [Denim and Diamonds Gala for Benjamin’s House](https://fox99.com/denim-and-diamonds-gala-for-benjamins-house/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- This weekend, be as fancy or casual as you like for a local fundraiser. On Saturday, Turtleback Conference Center in Rice Lake will be hosting the Denim & Diamonds Gala Gone Wild. This event is a special evening to support Benjamin's House Emergency Shelter, and their mission to help members
- [UW - Health study finds guardian caps don't reduce concussions among high school footballers](https://fox99.com/uw-health-study-finds-guardian-caps-dont-reduce-concussions-among-high-school-footballers/) - A study from UW - Health shows guardian caps do not reduce concussions in Wisconsin high school football players. Study lead author Dr. Erin Hammer says more than 2,600 players took part in the study. "Half of them were wearing guardian caps and the other half were not," Hammer said. "And over the course of
- [Wisconsin's top education official facing challengers on both flanks](https://fox99.com/wisconsins-top-education-official-facing-challengers-on-both-flanks/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s top education official faces challengers on the right and left as she runs for reelection. Republican-backed school choice advocate Brittany Kinser and rural school superintendent Jeff Wright hope to beat Superintendent Jill Underly. Wright has support from public school administrators and Democratic allies. Underly was first elected in 2021 and
- [Wisconsin Supreme Court justice rejects Republican call to step down in key union case](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-supreme-court-justice-rejects-republican-call-to-step-down-in-key-union-case/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A liberal Wisconsin Supreme Court justice has rejected a Republican request that she not hear a pending case that seeks to restore collective bargaining rights that tens of thousands of teachers, nurses and other state workers lost in 2011. Her decision came at the same time that the court, without comment,
- [Run a tap to prevent frozen pipes in Spooner](https://fox99.com/run-a-tap-to-prevent-frozen-pipes-in-spooner/) - SPOONER, Wis. (WJMC) -- To prevent frozen pipes, the City of Spooner is asking residents on the public water supply to begin running a pencil-sized stream of cold tap water continuously from one faucet until further notice. Frost levels have reached deep enough to risk pipes freezing if the water sits too long. Residents’ utility
- [DNR has oak seedlings available](https://fox99.com/dnr-has-oak-seedlings-available/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is selling two year old oak seedlings. The agency has 2-year-old oak seedlings from four species available to purchase - swamp white oak, bur oak, white oak and red oak. The seedlings are available because of a high-quality acorn crop and harvest in 2022. The
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-feb-13-2025/) - From the Northwest Wisconsin News Center ... -- Be fancy, or not-fancy, for a fundraiser for Benjamin’s House this weekend; -- The spring primary election on Tuesday will narrow the race for state superintendent; -- The City of Spooner wants residents to run water to avoid frozen pipes; -- And the DNR is selling two-year-old
- [Susan Olson](https://fox99.com/susan-olson/) - Susan Olson, 65, of Birchwood, passed away on January 14. She is survived by her husband, Larry Olson; son, Jeremy Olson; brothers, David Haag and Dale Haag; and sister, Cynthia Dirkes. The Mass of Christian burial for Susan Olson will be held at St. Johns Catholic Church, in Birchwood, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation
- [Daren Trowbridge](https://fox99.com/daren-trowbridge/) - Daren Trowbridge, 54, of River Falls, passed away on January 31. He is survived by his parents, Susan and Buckshot; children, Brendan and Meg; significant other, Jac Campbell; brothers, Dean and Dwain “Frog”; and sister, Dawn Hallsten. The memorial service for Daren Trowbridge will be held at White Pine Pavilion, in Bloomer, on Saturday at
- [David Huebner](https://fox99.com/david-huebner/) - David Huebner, 76, of Cumberland, passed away on January 23. He is survived by his sons, Richard Huebner, Michael Huebner and Brent Huebner. The celebration of life for David Huebner will be held at Skinner Funeral Home, in Cumberland, on Saturday from 10 until 11 a.m. with a brief service at 11 a.m. Festivities will
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-feb-12-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- State Republicans push for a law banning students using cell phones in schools; -- The state’s attorney general sues John Deere for the right to repair; -- Partisan political ad money comes into the state’s nonpartisan state supreme court race; -- and the Birkie
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-feb-12-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-wednesday-feb-12-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Kam Jones had 19 points and moved into third place on Marquette’s career scoring list as the 18th-ranked Golden Eagles snapped a three-game skid by beating DePaul 68-58. Jones increased his total to 1,870 points and passed Lazar Hayward, who scored 1,859 points for Marquette from 2006-10. The school's top two career
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-feb-12-2025/)
- [Republican authored bill would require cell phone bans in schools](https://fox99.com/republican-authored-bill-would-require-cell-phone-bans-in-schools/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A Republican authored bill would require Wisconsin schools to restrict the use of cellphones in class. Sturgeon Bay representative Joel Kitchens says phones are disruptive. "Districts are free to restrict phone use beyond what's required in the bill, it is hoped that many of them will elect to ban them during
- [Wisconsin AG Kaul joins multistate lawsuit against John Deere](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-ag-kaul-joins-multistate-lawsuit-against-john-deere/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is joining a lawsuit against John Deere. Wisconsin and four other states accuse Deere of forcing owners of its equipment to only use its own teams to make adjustments or repairs. Deere has been at the center of the 'right to repair' movement, with farmers and
- [Political parties, megadonors drop money on Wisconsin Supreme Court race](https://fox99.com/political-parties-megadonors-drop-money-on-wisconsin-supreme-court-race/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Billionaire megadonors are opening their wallets to influence the high-stakes race for control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. The winner of the April 1 election will determine whether the court in battleground Wisconsin remains under liberal control or flips to a conservative majority. Dane County Circuit Judge Susan Crawford faces Waukesha
- [Rothman concerned over potential NIH grant funding changes](https://fox99.com/rothman-concerned-over-potential-nih-grant-funding-changes/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Proposed changes to grant funding by the National Institutes for Health could have serious consequences for the Universities of Wisconsin. A federal judge on Monday blocked the NIH’s announced 15% cap on indirect costs for all new and current grants. In a Monday ‘Newsmakers’ interview with WisconsinEye UW System President Jay
- [Volunteer for the Birkie, racing from Cable to Hayward this year](https://fox99.com/volunteer-for-the-birkie-racing-from-cable-to-hayward-this-year/) - HAYWARD, Wis. (WJMC) -- North America’s largest cross country ski race is on, and you can help. The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation announced that there will be a full race, with a Main Street finish in Hayward, this year. Events begin a week from today, February 19th, with the Open Track events, and run through
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-feb-12-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- State Republicans push for a law banning students using cell phones in schools; -- The state’s attorney general sues John Deere for the right to repair; -- Partisan political ad money comes into the state’s nonpartisan state supreme court race; -- and the Birkie
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements/)
- [WI joins other states suing Trump over cuts to research funding](https://fox99.com/6295-2/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin is joining a lawsuit against the Trump administration to challenge cuts to public health research. Wisconsin and 21 other states are suing the Trump Administration, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for unlawfully cutting funds that support cutting-edge medical and public health
- [IRS to offer more online options including direct file this tax season](https://fox99.com/irs-to-offer-more-online-options-including-direct-file-this-tax-season/) - The IRS is offering more help this tax season. Spokesman Christopher Miller says the I R S dot Gov website has a number of new tools for you to use while doing your tax return. "More forms are going to be accessible by phone and tablet, and we're going to have voice bot help for
- [Marilyn Norton](https://fox99.com/marilyn-norton/) - Marilyn Norton, 68, of Spooner, passed away on February 5. She is survived by her husband, Jeff Norton; son, Austan Norton; and siblings, Constance Nashton, Carolyn McNitt, Diana Love and Ellen Cox. The celebration of life for Marilyn Norton will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, in Spooner, on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Visitation is
- [Russell “Rusty” Payne](https://fox99.com/russell-rusty-payne/) - Russell “Rusty” Payne, 49, of Cameron, passed away on January 29. He is survived by his wife, Michelle; children, Cassie Gill, Brooke Payne and Ian Payne; mother, Novella Payne; and sister, Teresa Gravely. The celebration of life for Russell Payne will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on Friday from 10
- [Tod Paulson](https://fox99.com/tod-paulson/) - Tod Paulson, 61, of Grantsburg, passed away on February 6. The funeral service for Tod Paulson will be held at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, in Grantsburg, on Thursday at 1 p.m. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-feb-11-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Rice Lake’s Community Pool is closing for good early, due to a pump failure; -- The IRS has more online tools to file your taxes; -- Records show 2024 was the warmest year on record; -- and the Brewers will honor Bob Uecker this
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-tuesday-feb-11-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Stephen Curry scored a season-high 38 points and the Golden State Warriors pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 125-111. Jimmy Butler had 20 points, nine rebounds and six assists in his second game with the Warriors. Buddy Hield added 16 points. The Bucks were playing for a
- [Wisconsin Supreme Court says swing state’s embattled elections chief can remain in post](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-supreme-court-says-swing-states-embattled-elections-chief-can-remain-in-post/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled that the swing state’s nonpartisan top elections official can remain in her post despite not being reappointed and confirmed by the state Senate. Republicans who control the Senate tried to fire Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe in 2023, leading the commission to sue
- [2024 was state's warmest year on record](https://fox99.com/2024-was-states-warmest-year-on-record/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — 2024 set Wisconsin weather records. That’s according to the Annual Climate Summary from the State Climatology Office at UW Madison. This past year was officially the warmest on record since 1895, with a statewide average temperature of 47.6 degrees - 3.8 degrees above the 1991 to 2020 normal. This surpassed the
- [Brewers to honor Uecker with special patch this season](https://fox99.com/brewers-to-honor-uecker-with-special-patch-this-season/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- The Brewers will be honoring beloved broadcaster Bob Uecker all season. The team announced Monday that players will be wearing a special patch to honor the long time announcer all through the 2025 season. President of operations Rich Schlesinger says the plaid patch will match Uecker's unique style. A planned celebration
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Feb. 11, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-feb-11-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Rice Lake’s Community Pool is closing for good early, due to a pump failure; -- The IRS has more online tools to file your taxes; -- Records show 2024 was the warmest year on record; -- and the Brewers will honor Bob Uecker this
- [Nicholas Burgess](https://fox99.com/nicholas-burgess/) - Nicholas Burgess, 45, passed away on January 12. He is survived by his mother, Terri Burgess; children, Brooklyn Magana and Colby Pavlik; significant other, Danialle Mittlesteadt; brothers, Adam Burgess and Jeremy Nelson; and sister, Chrissy LaBrie. The celebration of life for Nicholas Burgess will be held at Bloomer Moose Lodge, on Sunday from 11 a.m.
- [Gerald Schumann](https://fox99.com/gerald-schumann/) - Gerald Schumann, 93, of Birchwood, passed away on January 26. He is survived by his sisters, Janice Hanson, Darlene Downey, Sharon Johnson, Mary Schumann and Donna Schumann. The funeral service for Gerald Schumann will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on Wednesday at 12 p.m. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 12
- [James Doorn](https://fox99.com/james-doorn/) - James Doorn, 78, of Rice Lake, passed away on February 1. He is survived by his wife, Darlene Doorn; son, Grant Doorn; brother, Allan Door; and sisters, Becky Suzan, Linda Gordon and Sandy Dantzman. The celebration of life for James Doorn will be held at a later date.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Feb. 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-feb-10-2025/) - The afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A proposed law would share driver’s license information with other states to reduce traffic deaths; -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin says AM radios need to stay in new vehicles sold in the US; -- Republican lawmakers push to reverse to earlier versions the state’s student
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Feb. 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-feb-10-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Monday, Feb. 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-monday-feb-10-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Damian Lillard scored a season-high 43 points to go along with eight rebounds and eight assists as the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 135-127 on Sunday. Gary Trent Jr. added a season-high 23 points and Bobby Portis had 18 points and 12 rebounds. The Bucks were missing two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Feb. 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-feb-10-2025/)
- [State Senate bill would have Wisconsin join national Driver License Compact](https://fox99.com/state-senate-bill-would-have-wisconsin-join-national-driver-license-compact/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Two state Senators want Wisconsin participating in a multi-state compact aimed at reducing deaths on the road. Senator Andre Jacque of De Pere has joined Senator Chris Larson, a Democrat from Milwaukee, to introduce a bill aimed at getting Wisconsin to be a part of the national Driver License Compact. Wisconsin
- [Sen Baldwin wants AM radios to stay in cars](https://fox99.com/sen-baldwin-wants-am-radios-to-stay-in-cars/) - US Senator Tammy Baldwin says AM radios need to stay in vehicles sold in the US. The Wisconsin Democrat says it's a lifeline for Wisconsin farmers. "That's what's on, is the am radio during milking time and other times and and so I understand what a lifeline it is for community information, for safety alerts
- [Wisconsin couple sues Walgreens over son's asthma death](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-couple-sues-walgreens-over-sons-asthma-death/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and pharmacy benefit manager OptumRx for their son’s asthma death. Shannon and William Schmidtknect's 22-year-old son Cole died in January of last year. According to the lawsuit, their son stopped at a Walgreens pharmacy in Appleton and was told that the price of his inhaler
- [Republican lawmakers argue for bill reversing DPI standards](https://fox99.com/republican-lawmakers-argue-for-bill-reversing-dpi-standards/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- At the Capitol, a Republican bill would reverse state Superintendent Jill Underly’s overhaul of how the Department of Public Instruction measures student achievement on state tests. Watertown Senator John Jagler co-authored the legislation. "As we move out of COVID, it is more important than ever that we're able to see how
- [Most of Barron County's snowmobile trails remain closed](https://fox99.com/most-of-barron-countys-snowmobile-trails-remain-closed/) - BARRON, Wis. (WJMC) -- Most of Barron County’s snowmobile trails remain closed. While last week’s new snow has brought the potential for more winter activities, like skiing, snowshoeing and perhaps an occasional snowball fight, other conditions remain poor for the county’s snowmobile trails. The Barron County Sheriff’s Department said high winds kept the snow off
- [Stepping Stones helps those in need in Dunn County](https://fox99.com/stepping-stones-helps-those-in-need-in-dunn-county/) - MENOMONIE, Wis. (WJMC) -- A Dunn County organization has been battling food insecurity for over forty years. Since it was founded in 1984, Stepping Stones of Dunn County has made it their mission to ensure residents in northwest Wisconsin have access to fresh, local food. During 2024, Stepping Stones distributed 816,000 pounds of food through
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Feb. 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-feb-10-2025/) - The morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A proposed law would share driver’s license information with other states to reduce traffic deaths; -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin says AM radios need to stay in new vehicles sold in the US; -- Republican lawmakers push to reverse to earlier versions the state’s student
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Jan. 31, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-jan-31-2025/)
- [Joshua Bearheart](https://fox99.com/joshua-bearheart/) - Joshua Bearheart, 32, of Cumberland, passed away on February 1. He is survived by his parents, Larry Jr. and Samantha Larson; brothers, Mycal, Vinny and Jordan Larson; and sisters, Payton, Avery, Cabrina, Braelynn and baby M. The funeral service for Joshua Bearheart will be held at Northern Lakes Community Church, in Cumberland, on Wednesday at
- [Baldwin in Madison talks Trump federal aid freeze](https://fox99.com/baldwin-in-madison-talks-trump-federal-aid-freeze/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin was in Madison Monday to discuss funding she secured for the Wisconsin Opioid Overdose Response Center. The Wisconsin Democrat says that could now be in jeopardy because of a federal funding freeze issued by the Trump administration. "This is unconstitutional and an illegal grab of power. The
- [Name released from fatal snowplow, SUV collision](https://fox99.com/name-released-from-fatal-snowplow-suv-collision/) - STANLEY, Wis. (WJMC) -- Names have been released from the fatal SUV and snowplow collision near Stanley early Sunday morning. The state patrol said 19-year-old Treyton D. Tessmer, of Withee, was killed. His Jeep Compass struck the rear of an eastbound Chippewa County snowplow on Highway 29, near Stanley, on Sunday just after 4 a.m.
- [Patsy Israel](https://fox99.com/patsy-israel/) - Patsy Israel, 92, passed away on February 3. She is survived by her husband, Donald; and children, Joyce Jacobs and Thomas Israel. The funeral service for Patsy Israel will be held at Lakeview Methodist Church, in Hertel, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Monday at the church.
- [Gerd Bents](https://fox99.com/gerd-bents/) - Gerd Bents, 83, of Comstock, passed away on January 29. He is survived by his wife, Connie; sons, Eric and Stuart; and daughters, Wendy Beukelmann and Heidi Deuth. The memorial service for Gerd Bents will be held at Cornerstone Christian Church, in Spooner, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on
- [Rodger Peterson](https://fox99.com/rodger-peterson/) - Rodger Peterson, 84, of Rice Lake, passed away on January 28. He is survived by his wife, Dawn Peterson; children, Brian Peterson, Mark Peterson and Tara Matthes; and sister, Dawn Wolf. The funeral service for Rodger Peterson will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-thursday-feb-6-2025/) - CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Damian Lillard had 29 points and 12 assists, Bobby Portis had 23 points and 17 rebounds in his first game since Jan. 23 and the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Charlotte Hornets 112-102 on Wednesday night in their first game since trading longtime guard Khris Middleton. Brook Lopez added 14 points on
- [Road closure for culvert washout on Elvers Road in Long Lake Township](https://fox99.com/road-closure-for-culvert-washout-on-elvers-road-in-long-lake-township/) - SARONA, Wis. (WJMC) -- A road on the northern tip of Long Lake has washed out. The Washburn County Sheriff’s Department said Elvers Road, between Long Lake and Little Mud Lake had a culvert wash out, and the road is not passable. Ice on the northern area of Long Lake is not safe, including the
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Feb. 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-feb-7-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Clear Lake man died in a head-on collision on icy roads on Thursday; -- Sign up for property fraud alerts to stop real estate scammers; -- Democratic lawmakers push for more childcare funding; -- and Gov. Tony Evers’ budget asks for 80 million
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Feb. 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-feb-7-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Feb. 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-feb-7-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Friday, Feb. 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-friday-feb-7-2025/) - MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Anthony Edwards had 41 points, seven rebounds and six assists on Thursday night as the Minnesota Timberwolves rallied to beat the Houston Rockets 127-114. One night after scoring 49 points in a win over Chicago, Edwards dominated the game early and late. He scored 18 points in the first quarter and 16
- [Icy roads blamed in fatal crash near New Richmond](https://fox99.com/icy-roads-blamed-in-fatal-crash-near-new-richmond/) - NEW RICHMOND, Wis. (WJMC) -- A Clear Lake man was killed in a head-on collision on Highway 64, east of New Richmond, just before 7 a.m. on Thursday. The St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office said 38-year-old Jeremiah D. Green was driving west on Highway 64, when his 2007 Mazda lost control on the icy road,
- [Property Fraud Alert helps owners avoid real estate scams](https://fox99.com/property-fraud-alert-helps-owners-avoid-real-estate-scams/) - SIREN, Wis. (WJMC) -- A real estate property scam is targeting vacation homes and vacant land in Burnett County and elsewhere. Scammers are defrauding realtors, owners and buyers, as they pose as owners looking to make a quick sale of unoccupied property the scammers don’t actually own. The Burnett County Sheriff’s Office and the Burnett
- [Dems, providers & parents advocate for increased childcare funding](https://fox99.com/dems-providers-parents-advocate-for-increased-childcare-funding/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Democratic lawmakers joined childcare providers, parents and children at the Capitol on Tuesday, to advocate for increased state funding. Democrat Sarah Keyeski of Lodi represents the largely rural 14TH State Senate District. “Shockingly and sadly, approximately 70% of rural families in Wisconsin are in what we call childcare deserts, or places
- [Evers will include $80 million in ag sector funding in budget](https://fox99.com/evers-will-include-80-million-in-ag-sector-funding-in-budget/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Governor Tony Evers unveils his budget plans to support Wisconsin agriculture. The Democratic governor plans to propose $80 million in funding for state farmers, producers and processors as part of his state budget he'll unveil later this month. That includes $30 million in state funding for an effort Evers created in
- [Check to see if your home needs flood insurance today](https://fox99.com/check-to-see-if-your-home-needs-flood-insurance-today/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- It's time to find out if your home will be covered in case of a flood. The Department of Natural Resources is reminding you to check to see if your home qualifies for special flood insurance. Most homeowners policies do not cover that damage, and require special additions. Just one inch
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Feb. 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-feb-7-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Clear Lake man died in a head-on collision on icy roads on Thursday; -- Sign up for property fraud alerts to stop real estate scammers; -- Democratic lawmakers push for more childcare funding; -- and Gov. Tony Evers’ budget asks for 80 million
- [Evers: eliminating US Department of Education would be "devastating"](https://fox99.com/evers-eliminating-us-department-of-education-would-be-devastating/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Governor Tony Evers says many school programs would suffer if the US Department of Education is dissolved. “Taking away special education money, money for libraries, money for schools, period. That's going to be devastating,” Evers said. Reports indicate President Trump is drafting an executive order to eliminate the Department of Education
- [PM NEWSCUT - Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscut-thursday-feb-6-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A SUV driver arrested for OWI after rear-ending a school bus near Elk Mound; -- A statewide Amber Alert remains active for a missing, pregnant teen from Beaver Dam; -- Dissolving the Department of Education could have devastating local negative impacts, says Gov. Tony
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-feb-6-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-feb-6-2025/)
- [Amber alert remains in effect for pregnant Beaver Dam teen](https://fox99.com/amber-alert-remains-in-effect-for-pregnant-beaver-dam-teen/) - BEAVER DAM, Wis. (WRN) -- A statewide Amber Alert involving a pregnant teen remains in effect. Charges of child abduction and enticement have now been filed against 40-year-old Gary Day, who is believed to be with 16-year-old Sophia Franklin of Beaver Dam. Day and Franklin were seen together earlier this week , despite a no
- [Kaul joins other AGs calling for protection for gender-affirming care access](https://fox99.com/kaul-joins-other-ags-calling-for-protection-for-gender-affirming-care-access/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has joined 14 other AGs in a commitment to protect access to gender-affirming care. Kaul and the other AGs say the Trump Administration's Executive Order effectively banning gender-affirming care for people under 19 is "wrong on the science and the law." The coalition says health care
- [Landlord issues, scam calls lead list of Top 10 complaints to WI Consumer Protection](https://fox99.com/landlord-issues-scam-calls-lead-list-of-top-10-complaints-to-wi-consumer-protection/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsinites continue to have problems dealing with landlords and scam calls. Wisconsin Consumer Protection director Michelle Reinen says those two issues once again topped the list of complaints received in 2024. "Landlord tenant issues are the leader, but they have increased by over 300 complaints, with 2525 complaints from consumers dealing
- [Brewers test facial recognition technology for fan entry into ballpark](https://fox99.com/brewers-test-facial-recognition-technology-for-fan-entry-into-ballpark/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- Your face can be your ticket into American Family Field this coming baseball season. The Milwaukee Brewers will conduct a test run of new facial recognition technology at two of the stadium's gates. Brewers president of business operations Rick Schlesinger says scanning cameras will be at the home plate and third
- [Bear Lake-Haugen FD fishing contest](https://fox99.com/bear-lake-haugen-fd-fishing-contest/) - HAUGEN, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Bear Lake-Haugen Fire Department Annual 2-Man Ice Fishing Contest is set for Saturday ten until three, on Bear Lake, north of Poor Folks Saloon. Cash prizes will be awarded for fishing. Raffle tickets are available at a number of businesses around the area, and on the ice the day of
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-feb-6-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A SUV driver arrested for OWI after rear-ending a school bus near Elk Mound; -- A statewide Amber Alert remains active for a missing, pregnant teen from Beaver Dam; -- Dissolving the Department of Education could have devastating local negative impacts, says Gov. Tony
- [Ruby Lindquist](https://fox99.com/ruby-lindquist/) - Ruby Lindquist, 91, of Grantsburg, passed away on January 30. The funeral service for Ruby Lindquist will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church, in Grantsburg, on Friday at 2 p.m. Visitation is 1 until 2 p.m. on Friday at the church.
- [Janis Lyon](https://fox99.com/janis-lyon/) - Janis Lyon, 76, of Sand Creek, passed away on January 25. She is survived by her husband, Donald Lyon; and son, Donald Lyon Jr. The memorial service for Janis Lyon will be held at New Hope Lutheran Church, in Sand Creek, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Saturday at
- [School bus rear-ended, SUV driver arrested for OWI](https://fox99.com/school-bus-rear-ended-suv-driver-arrested-for-owi/) - ELK MOUND, Wis. (WJMC) -- An SUV rear-ended a school bus in Dunn County Wednesday morning, resulting in an OWI arrest for the driver of the SUV. None of the 18 students on the bus or students walking up to the bus to board it were injured, said Sheriff Kevin Bygd. Authorities said the bus
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-feb-5-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republicans propose compelling Wisconsin sheriffs to check the citizenship status of anyone charged with a felony; -- Democrat Tammy Baldwin says Trump’s proposed tariffs could cripple Wisconsin farms; -- A British author with ties to Menomonie faces new sexual assault allegations; -- and the
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-feb-5-2026/)
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-feb-4-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Fire damaged a barn in rural Rice Lake Sunday afternoon but no livestock were lost; -- In-person early voting for the spring primary starts today; -- The WIAA sued for blocking a transfer student from playing sports; -- and a new specialty license plate
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-feb-5-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-wednesday-feb-5-2025/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — John Tonje had 15 points and No. 21 Wisconsin continued its home domination of Indiana by beating the slumping Hoosiers 76-64. Wisconsin has won its last 21 home games against Indiana, the Hoosiers’ longest road losing streak against any opponent. The Hoosiers’ last victory over the Badgers in Madison came on
- [Republican bill would compel sheriffs to report immigration status of inmates jailed on felony charges](https://fox99.com/republican-bill-would-compel-sheriffs-to-report-immigration-status-of-inmates-jailed-on-felony-charges/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature announce a measure to require sheriff’s departments to verify immigration status of people jailed on serious felony offenses. “We don't want Wisconsin on the hook for this. Therefore, Sheriffs shall seek reimbursement from the feds for costs incurred in complying with the retainer," said New Berlin
- [Sen Baldwin says proposed tariffs with Canada, Mexico and China could cripple WI farms](https://fox99.com/sen-baldwin-says-proposed-tariffs-with-canada-mexico-and-china-could-cripple-wi-farms/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- US Senator Tammy Baldwin says proposed tariffs from the Trump Administration could cripple Wisconsin farms. The Wisconsin Democrat says any country hit with American tariffs isn't going to roll over. "Tariffs will likely be met with retaliatory tariffs. We know that we'll lose export markets," Baldwin said. "We know that we
- [British Author Neil Gaiman faces new sexual assault allegations](https://fox99.com/british-author-neil-gaiman-faces-new-sexual-assault-allegations/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A woman from New Zealand says in lawsuits that British author Neil Gaiman sexually assaulted her repeatedly when she worked as a babysitter and nanny for him and his wife. Scarlett Pavlovich filed the lawsuits in federal court in Wisconsin, Massachusetts and New York. The lawsuits accuse Gaiman’s wife, Amanda Palmer,
- [Altered image of Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate in new ad raises ethics concerns](https://fox99.com/altered-image-of-wisconsin-supreme-court-candidate-in-new-ad-raises-ethics-concerns/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A new television attack ad in Wisconsin’s hotly contested Supreme Court race features a doctored image of the liberal candidate, a move that her campaign claims could be a violation of a recently enacted state law. The image in question is of Susan Crawford. It appeared in a new TV ad
- [ATV/UTV safety certification class Feb. 8-9](https://fox99.com/atv-utv-safety-certification-class-feb-8-9/) - BARRON, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Wisconsin DNR will be hosting a safety course for all riders of ATV, UTV, and snowmobiles at the Barron County Emergency Operations Center this weekend. The class will allow for people 12 and older to become certified riders. Rebecca Ekenstedt with Cumberland healthcare who works with the event says being
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-feb-5-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republicans propose compelling Wisconsin sheriffs to check the citizenship status of anyone charged with a felony; -- Democrat Tammy Baldwin says Trump’s proposed tariffs could cripple Wisconsin farms; -- A British author with ties to Menomonie faces new sexual assault allegations; -- and the
- [In person absentee voting begins today for Spring Primary](https://fox99.com/in-person-absentee-voting-begins-today-for-spring-primary/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Absentee ballot deadlines are approaching for Wisconsin’s February 18 Spring Primary. Starting today, February 4 -- two weeks before Election Day – clerks can begin to issue in-person absentee ballots at the clerk’s office or another designated location. The in-person absentee voting process, sometimes called “early voting,” involves a voter both
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-tuesday-feb-4-2025/) - OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points in 22 minutes, and the Oklahoma City Thunder routed the short-handed Milwaukee Bucks 125-96. Milwaukee was without injured stars Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, Brook Lopez and Khris Middleton, turning what could have been an exciting rematch of the NBA Cup final that Milwaukee won into a
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Feb. 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-feb-3-2025/)
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-tuesday-feb-4-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-feb-4-2025/)
- [Rice Lake barn fire, livestock saved](https://fox99.com/rice-lake-barn-fire-livestock-saved/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- A barn fire in rural Rice Lake Sunday, resulted in more than half a million dollars in damages, but no loss of life to livestock. Rice Lake Fire Captain Jeff Frank said firefighters were called out just before 2 p.m. Sunday to the 2300 block of 22nd Street. Firefighters found
- [WILL sues WIAA over high school sports transfer rules](https://fox99.com/will-sues-wiaa-over-high-school-sports-transfer-rules/) - BARABOO, Wis. (WRN) -- A conservative legal group is suing the WIAA over transfer rules. The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty accuses the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association of illegally interfering in the business of publicly funded and administered sports groups. This is after a student who was forced to go from private to public
- [New specialty plate available from the DMV](https://fox99.com/new-specialty-plate-available-from-the-dmv/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- There's a new specialty plate from the Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles. The DMV is now offering the Wisconsin County Forests Association plate. The organization is a nonprofit that works to educate and sustain more than 2.4 million acres of healthy and productive forests for recreation and the state's forest product
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-feb-4-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Fire damaged a barn in rural Rice Lake Sunday afternoon but no livestock were lost; -- In-person early voting for the spring primary starts today; -- The WIAA sued for blocking a transfer student from playing sports; -- and a new specialty license plate
- [Patricia “Pat” Tyo](https://fox99.com/patricia-pat-tyo/) - Patricia “Pat” Tyo, 89, of Cumberland, passed away on January 31. She is survived by her husband, Rollie Tyo; children, Randy Tyo, Jeanne Barnaby, Kenneth Tyo, Sheri Eimermann, Joni Bellamy and Connie Lussier; and siblings, Gary Snydock and Wendy Buczynski. The funeral service for Patricia Tyo will be held at First Lutheran Church, in Cumberland,
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Feb. 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-feb-3-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Monday, Feb. 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-monday-feb-3-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 37 points and the Memphis Grizzlies continued their recent mastery of Milwaukee with a 132-119 victory over the Bucks. Memphis has won its last seven meetings with the Bucks. Grizzlies star guard Ja Morant missed a second straight game due to a sore right shoulder. Milwaukee lost for
- [19-year-old driver killed in crash with snowplow](https://fox99.com/19-year-old-driver-killed-in-crash-with-snowplow/) - STANLEY, Wis. (WJMC) -- A driver from Withee was killed when his SUV struck the rear of a snowplow early Sunday morning. The State Patrol said a Chippewa County Highway Department Snowplow was clearing snow on eastbound Highway 29, near Stanley. Just after 4 a.m. Sunday, the snowplow was rear-ended by a Jeep Compass. The
- [New tariffs mean tough decisions for Wisconsin businesses](https://fox99.com/new-tariffs-mean-tough-decisions-for-wisconsin-businesses/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- Bracing for tariff impacts in Wisconsin. James Vanderloo, Head at global freight forwarder OEC Group Milwaukee, says businesses importing from Canada, Mexico and China are unlikely to take on the costs that come with tariffs “When you're looking at things at 10 - 25%, it's really hard for businesses to be
- [Tiffany bill would remove gray wolf from Endangered Species List](https://fox99.com/tiffany-bill-would-remove-gray-wolf-from-endangered-species-list/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- Amid increased gray wolf depredations in Wisconsin Congressman Tom Tiffany is reintroducing legislation to remove the predators from the Endangered Species List “We're seeing pets and livestock being devoured three years in a row. We’ve seen more pet and other animal depredations, they continue to rise," Tiffany said. In 2024 the
- [Record number of Wisconsinites sign up for healthcare through ACA](https://fox99.com/record-number-of-wisconsinites-sign-up-for-healthcare-through-aca/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A record breaking amount of Wisconsinites enrolled in health care coverage through the Affordable Care Act. 313,579 Wisconsinites signed up during the 2025 open enrollment period, marking a nearly eighteen percent increase from the previous period and the state's highest enrollment number ever. Governor Tony Evers says making sure every Wisconsinite
- [The Dangers of Online Gaming presentation at Rice Lake Schools](https://fox99.com/the-dangers-of-online-gaming-presentation-at-rice-lake-schools-2/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Child predators can contact and groom children through online games. Rice Lake School Resource Officers Andy Jondreau and Sephanie Bohl are addressing this topic for parents of elementary and middle school children with a presentation called The Dangers of Gaming. They will talk about ways to keep kids safe, better
- [Nominations sought for Packers Protect and Serve Awards saluting Wisconsin law enforcement](https://fox99.com/nominations-sought-for-packers-protect-and-serve-awards-saluting-wisconsin-law-enforcement/) - GREEN BAY, Wis., (WRN) -- The Green Bay Packers salute law enforcement in Wisconsin. The NFL team is accepting nominations for its Packers Protect and Serve Awards, which recognize officers who demonstrate leadership, dedication and a commitment to public safety. The awards will be presented to individual, K-9 and school resource officers as well as
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Feb. 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-feb-3-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A driver killed after striking a snowplow near Stanley on Sunday morning; -- New tariffs could mean tough decisions for businesses; -- A r­ecord number of Wisconsinites sign up for healthcare through the ACA; -- And nominate officers for the Packers Protect and Serve
- [David Husby](https://fox99.com/david-husby/) - David Husby, 80, of Cumberland, passed away on January 29. He is survived by his wife, Katherine Husby; son, Jon Husby; daughter, Kristina Waggoner; and brothers Charlie Husbay and James Husby. The funeral service for David Husby will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church, in Cumberland, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10
- [Steven Shaw](https://fox99.com/steven-shaw/) - Steven Shaw, 60, of Shell Lake, passed away on January 29. He is survived by his son, Kenneth Shaw; girlfriend, Carrie DeLonge; and sisters, Nancy Miller and Mary Jo Shaw. There is no service information for Steven Shaw.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Jan. 31, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-jan-31-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The state’s budget surplus stands at 4.3 billion dollars; -- A bill proposes allowing teachers to carry firearms in schools; -- and use properly treated firewood to stop the spread of invasive species. These stories and more on today's latest newscast.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Jan. 31, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-jan-31-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Friday, Jan. 31, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-friday-jan-31-2025/) - SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Anthony Edwards scored 16 of his 36 points in the third quarter and the Minnesota Timberwolves routed the Utah Jazz 138-113 on Thursday for their fifth straight victory and second in two nights. Added to the All-Star Game as a reserve Thursday, Edwards had 11 assists and keyed a decisive
- [Fiscal Bureau: state surplus now projected to be $4.3 billion](https://fox99.com/fiscal-bureau-state-surplus-now-projected-to-be-4-3-billion/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- New projections show Wisconsin’s state surplus now stands at $4.3 billion. The Legislative Fiscal Bureau projects the state will now finish the 2023-25 budget with that surplus. It projects tax revenues to be $894.3 million higher than what the Evers administration had expected in November, mainly due to revised estimates for
- [Wisconsin Dems introduce bill protecting those in U.S. illegally from detainment](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-dems-introduce-bill-protecting-those-in-u-s-illegally-from-detainment/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Democratic lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at protecting people in the United States illegally from being detained in public spaces without a judicial warrant. Milwaukee Representative Sylvia Ortiz-Velez says having fewer undocumented workers would make the state's worker shortage even worse. "By removing those people, the vast majority of whom serve
- [GOP lawmakers introducing law allowing school teachers to carry firearms](https://fox99.com/gop-lawmakers-introducing-law-allowing-school-teachers-to-carry-firearms/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A Republican authored bill would allow Wisconsin school teachers to carry firearms. Waukesha State Representative Scott Allen says the bill would give school boards and districts more options to better protect their students. Under the bill local school boards would voluntarily choose to create their own concealed carry policy for school
- [Use proper firewood to prevent spread of invasive pests](https://fox99.com/use-proper-firewood-to-prevent-spread-of-invasive-pests/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Properly heat-treated firewood keeps invasive insects and plant pests from traveling with it when transported. But how do we locate it? If you’re in need of firewood for your fireplace or wood burning stove, to counter what has been an extremely cold winter at times this season, Kathryn Bronsky, with
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Jan. 31, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-jan-31-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The state’s budget surplus stands at $4.3 billion; -- A bill proposes allowing teachers to carry firearms in schools; -- Use properly treated firewood to stop the spread of invasive species; -- and adopt a grandparent and send them Valentines Day treats. These stories
- ['Adopt a grandparent' at Our House Senior Living for Valentine's](https://fox99.com/adopt-a-grandparent-at-our-house-senior-living-for-valentines/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Help make an area senior's Valentine's Day special. Our House Senior Living in Rice Lake is preparing for its fourth annual Adopt a Grandparent event. Our House is partnering with Simply Cake Couture in Rice Lake to deliver boxes of treats to their residents, for the cost of a twenty-dollar
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-jan-30-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A survey of Wisconsin businesses shows support for expanded guest worker visas; -- CWD reduces deer survival and population growth, says the DNR; -- Wisconsin home prices rise 9 percent; -- and adopt a grandparent and send them valentine’s with Our House Senior Living
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-jan-29-2025/)
- [Marshall Thompson](https://fox99.com/marshall-thompson/) - Marshall Thompson, 17, of Bloomer, passed away on January 24. He is survived by his parents, Jimmy and Jennifer Thompson; brothers, Caleb Thompson, Isaac Thompson and Mark Thompson; and sisters, Tayla Julson, Robin Thompson and Brandy Thompson. The celebration of life for Marshall Thompson will be held at White Pine Pavilion, in Bloomer, on Sunday
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-jan-30-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-jan-30-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-thursday-jan-30-2025/) - PHOENIX (AP) — Anthony Edwards scored 33 points, Julius Randle added 28 and the Minnesota Timberwolves won their fourth straight game by beating the Phoenix Suns 121-113 on Wednesday night. The Timberwolves trailed for much of the night, but rallied near the end of the third quarter for an 81-77 advantage. Nickeil Alexander-Walker made three
- [WMC survey shows business leaders support expanded guest worker visas](https://fox99.com/wmc-survey-shows-business-leaders-support-expanded-guest-worker-visas/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin business leaders support updating the U.S. guest worker program. The same Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce survey which found support for tariffs on China also has respondents overwhelmingly supporting expanded guest worker visas. Ninety-six percent support increasing the current 85,000-person cap on H-1B visas, which allow foreign workers with specialized skills
- [Kohls laying off 10 percent of staff at headquarters in Menominee Falls](https://fox99.com/kohls-laying-off-10-percent-of-staff-at-headquarters-in-menominee-falls/) - MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. (WRN) -- Layoffs are on the way for Kohl's. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports the retailer told employees in a Tuesday email that hundreds of layoffs were coming for the Menomonee Falls headquarters. The total number of layoffs has not been made public, but the email says about 10 percent of the
- [DNR study finds CWD reduces deer survival and population growth](https://fox99.com/dnr-study-finds-cwd-reduces-deer-survival-and-population-growth/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources study finds that chronic wasting disease reduces deer survival and population growth in the state. "Adult female that has CWD has annual survival rate of approximately 41%," said Deer Research Specialist Daniel Storm. "Adult doe without CWD has an annual survival rate of 83%. With
- [Wisconsin home prices up 9 percent as affordability remains an issue](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-home-prices-up-9-percent-as-affordability-remains-an-issue/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin home sales rose nearly five percent last year, but there continues to be an affordability problem. “Prices have been going up . . . certainly at a fairly robust rate," said Wisconsin Realtors Association economist Dave Clark. "And that's really because we have tight supply and still have pretty strong
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-jan-30-2025/) - These stories and more on today's latest newscast. -- Congressman Tom Tiffany responds to veterans trying to get better VA disability benefits and compensation; -- A survey of Wisconsin businesses shows support for expanded guest worker visas; -- CWD reduces deer survival and population growth, says the DNR; -- and Wisconsin home prices rise 9
- [Data shows lung cancer rates declining in WI](https://fox99.com/data-shows-lung-cancer-rates-declining-in-wi/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- New data from the Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative shows lung cancer rates in the state are declining. The report says declining smoking rates, effective tobacco control policies and regulations, earlier diagnosis, and improved treatments are responsible for the decline. In Wisconsin, lung cancer deaths still outnumbered all prostate, breast, and colon cancer
- [Justin Shaughnessy](https://fox99.com/justin-shaughnessy/) - Justin Shaughnessy, 36, of Chetek, passed away on January 22. He is survived by his wife, Kristy Swanson; children, Reagan; Jameson and Arden; parents, Joseph and Lucy Shaughnessy; and brother, Ryan Shaughnessy. The funeral service for Justin Shaughnessy will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on Saturday at 11 a.m., followed
- [Tiffany: contact his office if you have Veterans Affairs benefit problems](https://fox99.com/tiffany-contact-his-office-if-you-have-veterans-affairs-benefit-problems/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- At a listening session on Monday afternoon in Rice Lake, a resident told Congressman Tom Tiffany he was having difficulty getting Veterans Affairs disability benefits and compensation. The man said his and family member’s service-related injuries were being denied or not compensated at an adequate level. Tiffany urged the man
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-jan-29-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Wisconsin’s governor and attorney general push back on federal funding freezes; -- Sean Duffy confirmed by the Senate to be the new Transportation Secretary; -- A proposed bill gives school districts authority to ban phones in the classroom. -- and in Wisconsin, lung cancer
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-jan-29-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-wednesday-jan-29-2025/) - PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Deni Avdija had a season-high 30 points and the Portland Trail Blazers bested former teammate Damian Lillard with a 125-112 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday night. Anfernee Simons added 25 points for Portland, which has won five of their last six. The Blazers led by as many as 19
- [Evers pens letter to Trump on loan and grant freezes](https://fox99.com/evers-pens-letter-to-trump-on-loan-and-grant-freezes/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Governor Tony Evers is urging President Donald Trump to reconsider pausing federal grants and loans. In a letter to Trump Evers says with very few details and specifics available, virtually no time for ample review and consideration, and no direct communication to date, states are left to plan for the worst,
- [Wisconsin Republicans target governor's uniquely broad partial veto powers](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-republicans-target-governors-uniquely-broad-partial-veto-powers/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republicans want voters to curb the uniquely expansive partial veto powers that Wisconsin governors from both parties have enjoyed for nearly a century. Wisconsin is the only state where governors can partially veto spending bills by striking words, numbers and punctuation to create new meaning or spending amounts. In most states,
- [Duffy confirmed as Transportation Secretary](https://fox99.com/duffy-confirmed-as-transportation-secretary/) - WASHINGTON, Wis. (WRN) -- The U.S. Senate confirms Sean Duffy to be President Trump’s Secretary of Transportation. Tuesday’s vote in the full Senate was 77-22, with all no votes from Democrats. Wisconsin Democrat Tammy Baldwin voted for Duffy, saying on Monday that she’d support the former 7th District Congressman to lead the U.S. Department of
- [Bill looks to give state schools authority to ban phones in classrooms](https://fox99.com/bill-looks-to-give-state-schools-authority-to-ban-phones-in-classrooms/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Republicans in the Wisconsin Legislature look to give schools the authority to ban phones and other electronic devices in classrooms. The measure introduced earlier this month would require local school districts to create their own policies banning the devices during instructional time with exceptions for electronics used for educational and emergency.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-jan-29-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Congressman Tom Tiffany supports President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs; -- Wisconsin’s governor and attorney general push back on federal funding freezes; -- Sean Duffy confirmed by the Senate to be the new Transportation Secretary; -- and in Wisconsin, lung cancer rates decline. These stories
- [UW Health reports highest number of flu hospitalizations in three years](https://fox99.com/uw-health-reports-highest-number-of-flu-hospitalizations-in-three-years/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- UW Health is reporting respiratory illness levels in Wisconsin are on the rise. Dr. Dan Shirley says they're seeing a high number of influenza, COVID, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). "Right now, we're seeing all of these are happening, but especially right now we're seeing influenza rates that are very high
- [Eau Claire Police investigate fatal shooting](https://fox99.com/eau-claire-police-investigate-fatal-shooting/) - EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Eau Claire police investigate a fatal shooting early Saturday morning. Police said a 911 call reported a shooting at a residence on Western Avenue just after 2 a.m. Saturday. Police and EMS responded and attended to the victim, but they died. One suspect was apprehended and authorities said this was
- [Real estate taxes due](https://fox99.com/real-estate-taxes-due/) - BARRON, Wis. (WJMC) -- Barron County real estate taxes are due to the town, village or city treasurer by Friday, January 31. Payments should be sent to the municipality on your tax bill, except for the town of Almena, which is handled by the Barron County treasurer. Any delinquent taxes from past years are collected
- [Spooner Superintendent interviews, meet and greet](https://fox99.com/spooner-superintendent-interviews-meet-and-greet/) - SPOONER, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Spooner School District is hiring a new district superintendent. Community members, students and family are invited to the first round of interviews this evening at the Spooner High School media center. The session is from 4:45 until 7:30 p.m. District residents can meet the finalists, share thoughts and hear answers
- [Robert “Bob” Johnson](https://fox99.com/robert-bob-johnson/) - Robert “Bob” Johnson, 98, of Rice Lake, passed away on January 26. He is survived by his children, Rick Johnson, Lori Englund and Wendy Markgren. The funeral service for Robert Johnson will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church, in Rice Lake, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Thursday, from 4 until 6 p.m., with
- [Ann Krueger Harms](https://fox99.com/ann-krueger-harms/) - Ann Krueger Harms, 102, of Amery, passed away on January 23. The funeral service for Ann Harms will be held at East Immanuel Lutheran Church, in Amery, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Friday at the church.
- [Eugene “Gene” Gronlund](https://fox99.com/eugene-gene-gronlund/) - Eugene “Gene” Gronlund, 99, passed away. The memorial service for Eugene Gronlund will be held at New Hope Lutheran Church, in Grantsburg, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Friday at the church.
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Monday, Jan. 27, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-monday-jan-27-2025/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — John Tonje scored 27 points and No. 18 Wisconsin never trailed while trouncing Nebraska 83-55 on Sunday to hand the Cornhuskers their sixth consecutive loss. Wisconsin (16-4, 6-3 Big Ten) bounced back from an 85-83 loss at UCLA that snapped a seven-game winning streak. Wisconsin grabbed a 19-2 lead less than
- [Tiffany says Trump tariffs are strategic negotiation tactic](https://fox99.com/tiffany-says-trump-tariffs-are-strategic-negotiation-tactic/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- At a listening session in Rice Lake on Monday, Congressman Tom Tiffany voiced his support for import tariffs proposed by President Donald Trump. Tiffany cited the incident over the weekend where the Colombian government blocked deportation flights and Trump threatening tariffs in response. “What did the Colombian president do? He
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-jan-28-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Names and details released from a shooting homicide in Eau Claire last weekend; -- Barron County property taxes are due Friday; -- A survey says Wisconsin business leaders support tariffs on Chinese imports, but are mostly split on tariffs for Canada and Mexico; --
- [Teen kayaker drowns on Kirby Lake on Saturday](https://fox99.com/teen-kayaker-drowns-on-kirby-lake-on-saturday-2/)
- [Fine aged cheddar up for order in Mineral Point](https://fox99.com/fine-aged-cheddar-up-for-order-in-mineral-point/) - MINERAL POINT, Wis. (WRN) -- Cheese lovers, now's your chance to get some finely aged cheddar. Hook's Cheese in Mineral Point is set to release a block of 20 year aged cheddar in April, and orders are being taken now. One pound of the stuff will cost you $209, but the cheesemaker will toss in
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-jan-28-2025/)
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-tuesday-jan-28-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-tuesday-jan-28-2025/) - SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard each scored 35 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 125-110 victory over the Utah Jazz. Antetokounmpo also had 18 rebounds and seven assists, powering the Bucks to their ninth victory in 11 games. Lillard added eight assists, and Khris Middleton provided 22 points
- [Names, details released in Eau Claire shooting homicide](https://fox99.com/names-details-released-in-eau-claire-shooting-homicide/) - EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Police release names and more details from a fatal shooting in Eau Claire early Saturday. Eighteen-year-old Dumarion Stogner, of Eau Claire, was the suspect in custody. Police said a 911 call reported a shooting just after 2 a.m. Saturday outside of a residence in the 2700 block of Western Avenue.
- [Business survey shows support for tariffs on China](https://fox99.com/business-survey-shows-support-for-tariffs-on-china/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A survey of Wisconsin businesses finds support for tariffs on China. That’s according to the latest Wisconsin Employer Survey by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce. Eighty-six percent of respondents to the semiannual survey support imposing tariffs on countries like China in response to unfair trade practices. But business leaders have concerns about
- [UPFRONT: Sen. Johnson wants recess appointments for Trump Cabinet, approves of Jan 6th pardons and immigration arrests](https://fox99.com/upfront-sen-johnson-wants-recess-appointments-for-trump-cabinet-approves-of-jan-6th-pardons-and-immigration-arrests/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- U.S. Senator Ron Johnson wants to cut Democrats out of the confirmation process for President Donald Trump's Cabinet picks. Speaking on WISN's UPFRONT on Sunday, the Wisconsin Republican said Democrats are dragging their heels. "If Democrats won't cooperate, allow these individuals who are going to be confirmed to be confirmed in
- [Baldwin ready to work with Republicans but says she'll resist efforts to alter safety net programs](https://fox99.com/baldwin-ready-to-work-with-republicans-but-says-shell-resist-efforts-to-alter-safety-net-programs/) - WASHINGTON, D.C (WRN) -- U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin says she’s ready to work with Republicans. The Wisconsin Democrat who won a third term in November says she looks forward to meeting with Republican colleagues “I like to sit down with the new Republican members of the Senate, and in fact, we're scheduling those meetings now,"
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-jan-28-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Names and details released from a shooting homicide in Eau Claire last weekend; -- Barron County property taxes are due Friday; -- A survey says Wisconsin business leaders support tariffs on Chinese imports, but are mostly split on tariffs for Canada and Mexico; --
- [John “Jack” Law](https://fox99.com/john-jack-law/) - John “Jack” Law, 85, of Chetek, passed away on January 22. He is survived by his wife, Carol (Poch) Law; children, Bob Law, Lisa Hedtke, Laura Schissel and John Law. The Mass of Christian burial for John “Jack” Law will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Rice Lake, on Tuesday at 11 a.m.
- [Timmy Johnson](https://fox99.com/timmy-johnson/) - Timmy Johnson, 53, of Chetek, passed away on January 10. The memorial service for Timmy Johnson will be held at The Refuge, in Chetek, on Thursday at 4 p.m. Visitation is 3 until 4 p.m. on Thursday at the church.
- [Alvira “Vi” Jensen](https://fox99.com/alvira-vi-jensen/) - Alvira “Vi” Jensen, 95, of Chetek, passed away on January 10. The memorial service for Alvira Jensen will be held at the Senior Center, in Chetek, on Wednesday at 3 p.m. Visitation is 2:15 until 3 p.m. on Wednesday at the Center.
- [Chance Schroeder](https://fox99.com/chance-schroeder/) - Chance Schroeder, 20, of Amery, passed away on November 15. The celebration of life for Chance Schroeder will be held at Williamson-White Funeral Home, in Amery, on Wednesday from 5 until 7 p.m.
- [Grace Kamrath](https://fox99.com/grace-kamrath/) - Grace Kamrath, 91, of Cameron, passed away on January 24. The funeral service for Grace Kamrath will be held at First Lutheran Church, in Rice Lake, on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Visitation is 1 until 2 p.m. on Wednesday at the church.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUCEMENTS - Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-annoucements-thursday-jan-23-2025/)
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Jan. 24, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-jan-24-2025/)
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Jan. 27, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-jan-27-2025-2/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Minnesota man sentenced to 16 years for helping his son hide four bodies in a rural Dunn County cornfield; -- Eau Claire police investigate a fatal shooting early Saturday morning; -- Influenza rates are rising and hospitalizations are at a three-year high; --
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Jan. 27, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-jan-27-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Jan. 27, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-jan-27-2025/)
- [Man accused of helping son hide 4 bodies in Wisconsin cornfield sentenced to 16 years in prison](https://fox99.com/man-accused-of-helping-son-hide-4-bodies-in-wisconsin-cornfield-sentenced-to-16-years-in-prison/) - MENOMONIE, Wis. (AP/WRN) — A man accused of helping his son hide four bodies in a Wisconsin cornfield has been sentenced to 16 years in prison -- four years for each victim – plus eight years extended supervision. Online court records show Dunn County Circuit Judge James Peterson sentenced 59-year-old Darren Osborne on Thursday. A
- [Rep. Tiffany hosting listening sessions Jan. 27-28](https://fox99.com/rep-tiffany-hosting-listening-sessions-jan-27-28-2/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Congressman Tom Tiffany, Representative Wisconsin’s 7th District, will hold seven listening sessions in the last week in January. They are Monday, January 27, at the Rusk County Community Library, in Ladysmith, from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m.; at the UW-Eau Claire Barron County Blue Hills Lecture Hall in the Ritzinger building,
- [Judge grants stay on ACT 10 ruling](https://fox99.com/judge-grants-stay-on-act-10-ruling/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A ruling on Act 10 remains paused. Former Republican Governor Scott Walker’s signature 2011 law drastically reduced the collective bargaining ability of state public sector unions. Dane County Circuit Court Judge Jacob Frost ruled in December that portions of the law are unconstitutional and unenforceable. Frost later issued a temporary pause
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Jan. 27, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-jan-27-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Minnesota man sentenced to 16 years for helping his son hide four bodies in a rural Dunn County cornfield; -- Eau Claire police investigate a fatal shooting early Saturday morning; -- Influenza rates are rising and hospitalizations are at a three-year high; --
- [Two Dunn County drivers arrested for fifth OWI](https://fox99.com/two-dunn-county-driver-arrested-for-fifth-owi/) - MENOMONIE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Two Dunn County residents have been arrested for their alleged fifth OWI offenses. Dunn County Sheriff Kevin Bygd said 56-year-old Mark R. Prieve, of rural Elk Mound, was driving westbound in the eastbound lanes of Highway 29, near Elk Mound on Saturday evening. After being stopped by a sheriff’s deputy, Prieve
- [Terri McElroy](https://fox99.com/terri-mcelroy/) - Terri McElroy, 62, of Bloomer, passed away on January 22. She is survived by her son, Sam McElroyl parents, Richard and Jeanette McElroy; and siblings, Charles McElroy, Scott McElroy and virginia Husung. The celebration of life for Terri McElroy will be held at a later date.
- [Donna Wohlk](https://fox99.com/donna-wohlk/) - Donna Wohlk, 81, of Almena, passed away on January 21. She is survived by her husband, Gilbert Wohlk; daughter, Jenelle Misselt; and siblings, Carol Solie, Joyce Kringle, Lenore Robinson, Larry Rasmussen and Warren Rasmussen. The funeral service for Donna Wohlk will be held at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, in Almena, on Monday at 11 a.m.
- [Linda Severson](https://fox99.com/linda-severson/) - Linda Severson, 79, of Barron, passed away on January 19. She is survived by her son, Scott Severson; and brother, Steve Aaen. The funeral service for Linda Severson will be held at First Lutheran Church, in Arland, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Sunday, from 4 until 7 p.m., at Rausch & Steel Funeral
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Jan. 24, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-jan-24-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A case of mumps confirmed in Rusk County; -- Names released from the officer-involved fatal shooting last December in Chippewa County; -- Congressman Tom Tiffany wants to limit birthright citizenship; -- and the Rice Lake Elks offer a free meal to veterans tomorrow. These
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Jan. 24, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-jan-24-2025/)
- [Mumps confirmed in Rusk County](https://fox99.com/mumps-confirmed-in-rusk-county/) - LADYSMITH, Wis. (WJMC) -- A case of mumps has been confirmed in Rusk County. No information was given on the patient. The county health department says the contagious disease is spread through the air when a person talks, coughs, sneezes or shares cups or dishes. Early symptoms include fever, head and body aches, fatigue, and
- [Names released in December 2024 officer-involved shooting](https://fox99.com/names-released-in-december-2024-officer-involved-shooting/) - CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WJMC) -- Names have been released from the officer-involved fatal shooting in late December, east of Lake Wissota. The Wisconsin Department of Justice said 49-year-old Matthew H. Luke, of Chippewa Falls, was killed in a shootout with police early Sunday morning, Dec. 22. Police said a domestic abuse incident was reported to
- [Tiffany: end birthright citizenship](https://fox99.com/tiffany-end-birthright-citizenship/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- In Washington, House Republicans want to end birthright citizenship through legislation. That includes congressman Tom Tiffany, representing Northwest Wisconsin. “Thank you, President Trump, for setting the table for us to be able to deal with issues like this that have long sat dormant, that have had the rule of law here
- [Duffy gets approval from Senate panel](https://fox99.com/duffy-gets-approval-from-senate-panel/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- Former Wisconsin congressman Sean Duffy wins approval from a senate panel to run the Department of Transportation. The panel unanimously voted to advance the former the 7th Congressional District representative to run the department. Panel Chair Texas Senator Ted Cruz says Duffy will work with both sides of the aisle to
- [Elks host veterans lunch every last Saturday of the month](https://fox99.com/elks-host-veterans-lunch-every-last-saturday-of-the-month/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Rice Lake Elks will give back to area veterans tomorrow with a free meal. “The Rice Lake Elk’s Lodge proudly upholds the Elk’s pledge: So long as there are veterans, The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will never forget them," explained Kristin Brown, with the Elks. "Starting January
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-jan-23-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Gov. Tony Evers targets gun control laws in his State of the State address and Republican lawmakers respond; -- Two Dunn County residents face fifth OWI charges; -- An internet hack could crack your car’s icy windshield; -- and the Birkie Tour is Saturday.
- [SPORTCAST - Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportcast-thursday-jan-23-2025/)
- [Evers lays out plans for school mental health services, gun control in State of the State Address](https://fox99.com/evers-lays-out-plans-for-school-mental-health-services-gun-control-in-state-of-the-state-address/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Democratic Governor Tony Evers wants to enact what he calls common sense gun legislation in Wisconsin. In his Wednesday night State of the State Address, Evers says gun control measures won't interfere with Wisconsin's culture of hunting. "No one wants to change this proud part of our heritage, and we won't,"
- [Republicans respond to Evers' State of the State speech](https://fox99.com/republicans-respond-to-evers-state-of-the-state-speech/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Republican lawmakers are responding to Governor Tony Evers' State of the State address. "Everyone, whether you're Republican, a Democrat or an independent, should be able to rally around the idea of fighting inflation, better educational outcomes for our kids, and punishing violent criminals," said Assembly Speaker Robin Vos. "We heard from
- [WisDOT says don’t pour hot water on windshield to clear ice](https://fox99.com/wisdot-says-dont-pour-hot-water-on-windshield-to-clear-ice/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Patience is the key for clearing icy windshields. That’s the word from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. A social media post from the agency is discouraging travelers from using a current internet hack suggesting that hot water be poured on the windshield to quickly de-ice it. WisDOT says that could crack
- [Birkie Tour is Saturday, Jan. 25](https://fox99.com/birkie-tour-is-saturday-jan-25/) - CABLE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Get ready for America’s largest cross country ski race, with a chance to ski the trails, or a special night race under the stars. Saturday, Jan. 25, the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation will host the Birkie Tour at the trail head in Cable. After a cancelled race, due to lack of
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-jan-23-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Gov. Tony Evers targets gun control laws in his State of the State address and Republican lawmakers respond; -- Farmer mental health is a concern as there are limited rural resources; -- An internet hack could crack your car’s icy windshield; -- and the
- [Peggy Oftedahl](https://fox99.com/peggy-oftedahl/) - Peggy Oftedahl, 75, of Barron, passed away on January 18. She is survived by daughters, Michelle Gabriel and Jennifer Wajajay; and sister, Phyllis Chilton. The funeral service for Peggy Oftedahl will be held at Assembly of God Church, in Rice Lake, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Thursday, from 4 until 7:30 p.m., at
- [Ronald Catlin](https://fox99.com/ronald-catlin/) - Ronald Catlin, 75, passed away on January 20. The funeral service for Ronald Catlin will be held at Christ Lutheran Church, in Pipe Lake, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Saturday at the church.
- [Brian McBroom](https://fox99.com/brian-mcbroom/) - Brian McBroom, 75, of Siren, passed away on January 20. The memorial service for Brian McBroom will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church, in Siren, on Friday, at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Friday at the church.
- [Robert Erickson](https://fox99.com/robert-erickson/) - Robert Erickson, 75, of Cumberland, passed away on January 20. He is survived by his children, LeeAnne Callham, Todd O’Flanagan, Rob Erickson, Brittnie Erickson and Andrea Von Bargen; and siblings, Ron Erickson, Connie Talmadge and Russ Erickson. The memorial service for Robert Erickson will be held at First Lutheran Church, in Arland, on Saturday at
- [James Robinson Jr.](https://fox99.com/james-robinson-jr/) - James Robinson Jr., 74, of Rice Lake, passed away on January 19. He is survived by his wife, Suzanne Robinson; daughters, Maria Laidley and Tasha Schieffer; and brother, Dale Robinson. The graveside service for James Robinson Jr. will be held at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Spooner, on June 13 at 2 p.m.
- [Sheryl Byrnes](https://fox99.com/sheryl-byrnes/) - Sheryl Byrnes, 69, of Rice Lake, passed away on Saturday, January 11. The funeral service for Sheryl Byrnes will be held at First United Methodist Church, in Rice Lake, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Friday, from 4 until 7 p.m., at Rausch-Lundeen Funeral Home, in Cameron, and from 10 until 11 a.m. on
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-jan-22-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-jan-22-2025/)
- [Farmer mental health focus of Evers’ visit to Chetek](https://fox99.com/farmer-mental-health-focus-of-evers-visit-to-chetek/) - CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) -- Last week, Gov. Tony Evers was in Chetek to talk with local farmers about challenges in accessing mental healthcare services. At Berglane Farms in rural Chetek, the governor met with Sam and Brittany Olson, fifth-generation dairy farmers. Brittany Olson said farming is only getting more stressful. "Unfortunately, as farm numbers continue
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-jan-22-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Comstock man arrested for the suspected arson of a strip club; -- Eleven Wisconsinites will be pardoned by President Donald Trump; -- Gov. Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul push back against proposed birthright citizenship restrictions. -- and lawmakers propose a new,
- [Man arrested for suspected arson of Elk Mound strip club](https://fox99.com/man-arrested-for-suspected-arson-of-elk-mound-strip-club/) - ELK MOUND, Wis. (WJMC) -- A northwest Wisconsin man arrested for the alleged arson of a strip club. Investigators say the fire at Shooters Showgirls strip club in Elk Mound was intentional. Leads and surveillance footage led to the arrest of a 25-year-old Colton Jansen, of Comstock, said Dunn County Sheriff Kevin Bygd on Tuesday
- [Some Wisconsinites get January 6th pardons from President Trump](https://fox99.com/some-wisconsinites-get-january-6th-pardons-from-president-trump/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- Eleven Wisconsinites are being pardoned for taking part in the January 6th attack on the US Capitol. The action came as part of a package of pardons and executive orders issued by President Donald Trump after his inauguration. The convictions against them range from violent entry to the Capitol, to felony
- [Gov Evers, AG Kaul join lawsuit against birthright citizenship challenge](https://fox99.com/gov-evers-ag-kaul-join-lawsuit-against-birthright-citizenship-challenge/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin is joining a multi state lawsuit against President Donald Trump's attempt to curtail birthright citizenship. Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul and Governor Tony Evers said Tuesday that the executive order is unconstitutional and that citizenship by birth is enshrined in the US Constitution. Wisconsin, along with 19 other states, want
- [Wisconsin Supreme Court refuses to release voter records sought by conservative activist](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-supreme-court-refuses-to-release-voter-records-sought-by-conservative-activist/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Supreme Court has rejected an attempt by a conservative activist to obtain guardianship records in an effort to find ineligible voters. The court did not rule on the merits of the case, instead saying in its 5-2 decision that a lower appeals court was wrong in saying the records
- [Burst pipe at Marshfield Medical Center ER](https://fox99.com/burst-pipe-at-marshfield-medical-center-er/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Cold temps caused a pipe to burst in the Emergency Department at Marshfield Medical Center in Rice Lake. Marshfield said crews cleaned up the area and repaired the pipe, but the ER entrance and registration area was closed. The ER is open and seeing patients, but those visiting the hospital
- [Proposed legislation could lead to all black license plate](https://fox99.com/proposed-legislation-could-lead-to-all-black-license-plate/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Republican state lawmakers plan to introduce legislation allowing motorists to purchase a special, blackout license plate. The proposal, co-authored by Grafton Representative Paul Melotik and Mosinee Senator Cory Tomczyk, could also provide a new source of revenue for the state's transportation fund used to support roads and bridges infrastructure projects. Blackout
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-jan-22-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Comstock man arrested for the suspected arson of a strip club; -- Eleven Wisconsinites will be pardoned by President Donald Trump; -- A candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court was in Barron County on Saturday; -- and lawmakers propose a new, all-black license plate.
- [State Supreme Court candidate in Rice Lake](https://fox99.com/state-supreme-court-candidate-in-rice-lake/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- A candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court was in Rice Lake last weekend. Judge Susan Crawford met with voters at the Barron County Democrat Party headquarters on Saturday, as she campaigns for a seat on the State Supreme Court. Crawford was trial lawyer for the Wisconsin Department of Justice. She prosecuted
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Jan. 17, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-jan-17-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Jan. 17, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-jan-17-2025/)
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Jan. 17, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-jan-17-2025/) - This morning's latest headlines from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- “Mr. Baseball,” Bob Uecker [YOU-ker] has died; -- The governor was in Chetek yesterday to talk about farmer mental health; -- Rice Lake high school students host a madrigal dinner later this month; -- and the Red Cedar Symphony needs string players. These stories
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-jan-16-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Cameron man died in a single-vehicle crash last weekend; -- The Leinenkugel brothers want to buy back the Chippewa Falls brewery; -- A ban for “conversion therapy” for LGBTQ+ people is considered by the state supreme court; -- And the Chetek Firefighters Ice
- [State Assembly passes voter ID measure](https://fox99.com/state-assembly-passes-voter-id-measure/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Republican controlled Wisconsin State Assembly passed a bill Tuesday that will allow voters to add an amendment to the state constitution requiring a photo ID to vote. Speaker Robin Vos says Democrats haven't introduced any other bills to take up. "So for all the folks who say, where's the top
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-jan-16-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-jan-16-2025/)
- [Cameron man dies in single-vehicle crash over weekend](https://fox99.com/cameron-man-dies-in-single-vehicle-crash-over-weekend/) - CAMERON, Wis. (WJMC) -- A 32-year-old Cameron man died in a single vehicle crash last Friday evening or Saturday morning. Barron County Sheriff’s Department dispatch logs said the crash was discovered Saturday morning by a passing motorist at the intersection of 22-1/4 Street and 13th Avenue, southeast of Cameron. Logs said the pickup truck crashed
- [Leinenkugel brothers want to buy back brewery](https://fox99.com/leinenkugel-brothers-want-to-buy-back-brewery/) - The Leinenkugel brothers want to buy back the Chippewa Falls brewery. However, Molson Coors has declined the first step of a proposal by Jack and Dick Leinenkugel to buy the brewery. Molson Coors announced last November it is closing the brewery and moving production to Milwaukee. Jack and Dick say they're profoundly saddened by the
- [Battle over 'conversion therapy' ban, separation of powers before Wisconsin Supreme Court](https://fox99.com/battle-over-conversion-therapy-ban-separation-of-powers-before-wisconsin-supreme-court/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Supreme Court is hearing arguments over whether a legislative committee’s rejection of an agency rule that would ban the practice of “conversion therapy” for LGBTQ+ people was unconstitutional. The challenge comes amid the national battle over LGBTQ+ rights. It is also part of a broader effort by the Democratic
- [Rep. Tiffany hosting listening sessions Jan. 27-28](https://fox99.com/rep-tiffany-hosting-listening-sessions-jan-27-28/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Congressman Tom Tiffany, Representative Wisconsin’s 7th District, will hold seven listening sessions in the last week in January. They are Monday, January 27, at the Rusk County Community Library, in Ladysmith, from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m.; at the UW-Eau Claire Barron County Blue Hills Lecture Hall in the Ritzinger building,
- [Confirmation hearing held for former WI congressman Duffy](https://fox99.com/confirmation-hearing-held-for-former-wi-congressman-duffy/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- Former Wisconsin congressman Sean Duffy was in Washington D.C. Wednesday for his confirmation hearing as President-elect Trump's pick to be Secretary of Transportation. Duffy says no federal agency impacts Americans' daily lives more than the Department of Transportation. "I'm honored to have the trust of President Trump, and hopefully this body,
- [Chetek Firefighters Ice Fishing Contest is January 16](https://fox99.com/chetek-firefighters-ice-fishing-contest-is-january-16/) - CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) -- A chance to win prizes on and off the ice is coming to Chetek this weekend. The Chetek Firefighters 31st annual adults and kids ice fishing contest takes place on Saturday from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. There will be prizes for the largest fish by weight in several categories for
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-jan-16-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Cameron man died in a single-vehicle crash last weekend; -- The Leinenkugel brothers want to buy back the Chippewa Falls brewery; -- A ban for “conversion therapy” for LGBTQ+ people is considered by the state supreme court; -- And the Chetek Firefighters Ice
- [Gov. Evers opens new office of violence prevention](https://fox99.com/gov-evers-opens-new-office-of-violence-prevention/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers is using federal funding to open a new office of violence prevention. Speaking at the Capitol on Tuesday, Evers says he wishes Republican leadership would be on board with ideas like background checks for gun purchases and red flag laws to keep guns out of the hands
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-jan-15-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-jan-15-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-wednesday-jan-15-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo had 30 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds for his 50th career triple-double as the Milwaukee Bucks beat Sacramento 130-115 on Tuesday to snap the Kings’ seven-game win streak. Antetokounmpo’s triple-double was his fifth of the season. The Bucks posted their highest point total of the season, never trailed and
- [The Dangers of Online Gaming presentation at Rice Lake Schools](https://fox99.com/the-dangers-of-online-gaming-presentation-at-rice-lake-schools/) - RICE LAKE, Wis., (WJMC) -- Child predators can contact and groom children through online games. Rice Lake School Resource Officers Andy Jondreau and Sephanie Bohl are addressing this topic for parents of elementary and middle school children with a presentation called The Dangers of Gaming. They will talk about ways to keep kids safe, better
- [Duffy confirmation hearing set for Wednesday](https://fox99.com/duffy-confirmation-hearing-set-for-wednesday/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- The former Wisconsin congressman tapped by president-elect Trump to lead the US Department of Transportation has a hearing before a congressional committee today. Trump picked Sean Duffy in November as his pick to serve as Secretary of Transportation. If confirmed, the Hayward native and Fox News host would oversee a department
- [Free Ice Fishing Weekend is January 18-19](https://fox99.com/free-ice-fishing-weekend-is-january-18-19/) - MADISON, Wis. (WJMC) -- Free fishing weekend comes to Wisconsin. The Department of Natural Resources says Free Fishing Weekend allows anglers to cast out across Wisconsin without a license, a trout stamp or a salmon stamp regardless of age. Some trout spots will remain closed. Other regulations such as bag and size limits and species
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-jan-15-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Keep kids safe from child predators on online games; -- Gov. Tony Evers creates the Office of Violence Prevention; -- Hayward native Sean Duffy has a congressional hearing today for Transportation Secretary; -- and coming up is Free Fishing Weekend. These stories and more
- [Safety tips for dealing with kids in cold temps](https://fox99.com/safety-tips-for-dealing-with-kids-in-cold-temps/) - As temperatures dip into single digits and below zero, UW Health offers tips on how to keep kids safe if they're outside. UW Health Child Safety Manager Rishelle Eithun says you need to make sure kids layer up. "Definitely wear those thin layers. Keep kids dry and warm and then take breaks at reasonable limits
- [Ad wars begin in closely watched Wisconsin Supreme Court race](https://fox99.com/ad-wars-begin-in-closely-watched-wisconsin-supreme-court-race/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Ad wars in the hotly contested race for control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court are beginning. Republican-backed candidate Brad Schimel is launching a $1.1 million television ad buy statewide on Tuesday. It marks the first spending on TV ads in the closely watched race in the presidential swing state. Schimel is
- [Entries from high schoolers accepted for 2026 state park pass design](https://fox99.com/entries-from-high-schoolers-accepted-for-2026-state-park-pass-design/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Entries are being accepted to design next year’s state park and forest vehicle pass. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says high school-age students can submit their drawings through April 30th for the 2026 Vehicle admission pass, which allows access to over 60 state park, forest and recreation area properties across
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-jan-14-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The state supreme court race kicks off with new political ads: -- Tips to keep kids safe in as temps drop below zero; -- and many public water wells have too much sodium in the water; These stories and more on today's latest newscast.
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-jan-14-2025/)
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-tuesday-jan-14-2025/)
- [Kohl’s announces store closings around the country](https://fox99.com/kohls-announces-store-closings-around-the-country/) - MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. (WRN) -- A Wisconsin-based retailer will be closing stores across the country. Friday, Kohl’s announced its plan to close 27 underperforming stores in 15 states by April. None of the stores are in Wisconsin. The announcement comes as the Menomonee Falls based retailer has seen 11 straight quarters of sales declines. The
- [There's too much salt in the groundwater says DNR](https://fox99.com/theres-too-much-salt-in-the-groundwater-says-dnr/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin's municipal wells have too much sodium. The Journal Sentinel reports that much of that contamination comes from road salt. The Department of Natural Resources reports that 36 percent of the public wells tested for sodium are above the limits for people on low sodium diets. That can lead to high
- [WI chapter of American Red Cross helps with wildfire relief](https://fox99.com/wi-chapter-of-american-red-cross-helps-with-wildfire-relief/) - GREEN BAY, Wis. (WRN) -- You can help with wildfire relief efforts in California. American Red Cross Northeast Wisconsin Executive Director Rebecca Rockhill on the best way to assist. "Financial donations are the best way to help when people ask how to help. Donations of clothing and household items really can divert resources away from
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-jan-14-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- An electrical problem is suspected for the cause of a fire in Luck; -- Rice Lake police ask for tips on a check fraud suspect; -- Tips to keep kids safe in as temps drop below zero; -- and many public water wells have
- [Info sought for Rice Lake check fraud suspect](https://fox99.com/info-sought-for-rice-lake-check-fraud-suspect/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Rice Lake police are looking for a possible check fraud suspect who attempted to cash a check at Johnson Bank on January 2. Police said a white male, wearing a neck brace, drove up to the bank in a silver Subaru Legacy sedan without license plates, and presented a check
- [Send a vet a Valentine this year](https://fox99.com/send-a-vet-a-valentine-this-year/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Wisconsin Department of Veteran Affairs is looking for Valentine cards to give to veterans living at its Housing and Recovery Program locations. Program Specialist Jodi Barnett says people have until January 31st to send them cards. "So many of our family members that are residents in our facilities may not
- [Electrical issue suspected cause of Luck barbershop fire](https://fox99.com/electrical-issue-suspected-cause-of-luck-barbershop-fire/) - LUCK, Wis. (WJMC) -- An electrical issue is the suspected cause of a fire at Rick’s Barber Shop on Main Street in Luck. Luck Fire Chief Tony Carter said the building was under renovation and had old knob and tube wiring. The fire was discovered by a passerby who saw smoke coming from the building
- [Rep. Summerfield: Assembly to vote on Voter ID question](https://fox99.com/rep-summerfield-assembly-to-vote-on-voter-id-question/) - BLOOMER, Wis. (WJMC) -- On Tuesday afternoon, the State Assembly will vote on having a Voter ID question on the ballot in April. Legislative Republicans have been pushing for it to become enshrined in a constitutional amendment. It’s to safeguard the law from being overturned by the current state supreme court, said 68th Assembly District
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Jan. 13, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-jan-13-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Fire destroys a barbershop in Luck on Sunday; -- A cybersecurity data breach with software at Cumberland School District; -- Republicans and the governor will spar over the upcoming state budget; -- And send a veteran a Valentine, before the end of the month.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Jan. 13, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-jan-13-2025/)
- [SPORTSZONE - Monday, Jan. 13, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportszone-monday-jan-13-2025/)
- [Rick’s Barber Shop in Luck destroyed by fire](https://fox99.com/ricks-barber-shop-in-luck-destroyed-by-fire/) - LUCK, Wis. (WJMC) -- Fire destroyed Rick’s Barber Shop in Luck on Sunday. Information from the Luck Fire Department showed the building fully engulfed Sunday. Frederic, Cushing, Milltown and St. Croix fire departments assisted. More information about the fire was not immediately available. We are reaching out to the fire department for more information.
- [Data breach with software vendor at Cumberland School District](https://fox99.com/data-breach-with-software-vendor-at-cumberland-school-district/) - CUMBERLAND, Wis. (WJMC) -- Cumberland School District officials say a possible data breach with one of their software providers may include some personal data of past and current students and parents. The district said software vendor PowerSchool, which provides their online student information system, told them last week there was unauthorized access to customer data
- [UPFRONT: LeMahieu set to toss out much of Gov's budget](https://fox99.com/upfront-lemahieu-set-to-toss-out-much-of-govs-budget/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A fight over the upcoming state budget is already looming in the Legislature. Speaking to WISN's UPFRONT, Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu says his Republican colleagues will be tossing out much of Democratic Governor Tony Evers' budget proposal. "Well, all of his policy issues that he's already talking about. We'll pull
- [Evers declares energy emergency to ease heating fuels deliveries](https://fox99.com/evers-declares-energy-emergency-to-ease-heating-fuels-deliveries/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Governor Tony Evers declares an energy emergency in Wisconsin. Evers signed an Executive Order on Thursday due to challenges with severe weather around the country that has impacted distribution of residential heating fuels including. heating oil and propane. The emergency declaration will allow for a 30-day waiver of certain state and
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Jan. 13, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-jan-13-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Fire destroys a barbershop in Luck on Sunday; -- A cybersecurity data breach with software at Cumberland School District; -- Republicans and the governor will spar over the upcoming state budget; -- And send a veteran a Valentine, before the end of the month.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Jan. 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-jan-10-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Lily Peter’s alleged killer named in Chippewa County court documents; -- Fugitive triple murder suspect Virgil Thew arrested in Juneau County; -- Vaccinations encouraged by the Department of Health Services as illnesses and hospitalizations increase; -- and the DNR updates deer hunting management zones.
- [Suspect in New Lisbon triple homicide arrested](https://fox99.com/suspect-in-new-lisbon-triple-homicide-arrested/) - NEW LISBON, Wis. (WRN) -- The suspect in a Juneau County triple homicide has been found. According to the Juneau County Sheriff's Office 47-year-old Virgil Thew was apprehended Thursday in Elroy, about 13 miles from the crime scene in New Lisbon. Thew is the suspect in the deaths of 33-year-old Elizabeth Kolba, and two girls
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Jan. 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-jan-10-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Jan. 10, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-jan-10-2025/)
- [Name unsealed for suspect in Lily Peters homicide](https://fox99.com/name-unsealed-for-suspect-in-lily-peters-homicide/) - CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WRN) -- The teen charged in the April 2022 murder and sexual assault of 10-year-old Lily Peters in Chippewa Falls is no longer identified by his initials in court documents. He is Carson Peters Berger. A Chippewa County judge unsealed the complaint against the 16-year-old on Thursday. Investigators say he killed Peters
- [DHS encourages vaccinations as respiratory illness hospitalizations increase](https://fox99.com/dhs-encourages-vaccinations-as-respiratory-illness-hospitalizations-increase/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Respiratory illnesses are increasing across Wisconsin, including influenza. Department of Health Services epidemiologist Tom Haupt encourages you to get a flu shot. “We know we have a lot of vaccine available and we know it's safe. We just want to encourage them to get it, that this is one of the
- [New scam offers fake hospice care to families caring for elder relatives](https://fox99.com/new-scam-offers-fake-hospice-care-to-families-caring-for-elder-relatives/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A troubling new scam hitting Wisconsin has criminals trying to sign people up for phony hospice care. State consumer protection director Michelle Reinen says it's another form of Medicare fraud. "They are trying to get control of that Medicare profile really of the individual, so they can sign people up for
- [DNR holds public hearing on updated deer management plan](https://fox99.com/dnr-holds-public-hearing-on-updated-deer-management-plan/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Department of Natural Resources laid out its updated plan to manage the deer hunt at a public hearing on Wednesday. The Department of Natural Resources laid out its updated plan to manage the deer hunt at a public hearing on Wednesday. DNR deer program specialist Jeff Pritzl says much of
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Jan. 10, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-jan-10-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Lily Peter’s alleged killer named in Chippewa County court documents; -- Fugitive triple murder suspect Virgil Thew arrested in Juneau County; -- Vaccinations encouraged by the Department of Health Services as illnesses and hospitalizations increase; -- and the DNR updates deer hunting management zones.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-jan-9-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Packers’ Pro Shop reports a data breach; -- The long term effects of vaping the focus of a UW-Madison health study; -- Deer baiting bans extended after CWD found in a deer in Chippewa County; -- and lake protection groups look to ban
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-jan-9-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Packers’ Pro Shop reports a data breach; -- The long term effects of vaping the focus of a UW-Madison health study; -- Deer baiting bans extended after CWD found in a deer in Chippewa County; -- and lake protection groups look to ban
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-jan-9-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-jan-9-2025/)
- [Senate approves Voter ID amendment](https://fox99.com/senate-approves-voter-id-amendment/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- As expected, the state Senate’s first floor session on Wednesday approved a measure that would protect Wisconsin’s Voter ID law through an amendment to the state Constitution. Racine Republican Van Wanggaard authored the language. “I want to state this as clear as I can, and you don't have to like it,
- [Data breach reported for Packers Pro Shop website](https://fox99.com/data-breach-reported-for-packers-pro-shop-website/) - GREEN BAY, Wis. (WRN) -- A data breach is reported for the Green Bay Packers’ pro shop website. The NFL team says hackers invading the website's database inserted malicious code that was detected and removed on the day of the attack. The breach may impact customers who used a debit or credit card on the
- [UW-Madison gets funds for vaping research](https://fox99.com/uw-madison-gets-funds-for-vaping-research/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- UW-Madison is getting more than $5 million to study the long-term effects of vaping. The study is a collaboration between the UW Health Preventive Cardiology Program and the UW Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention. It will examine the long-term effects on heart and lung health caused by vaping. The study
- [CWD found in harvested deer in Chippewa County](https://fox99.com/cwd-found-in-harvested-deer-in-chippewa-county/) - CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WJMC) -- Deer-baiting bans extend after a wild whitetail deer in Chippewa County tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease. The Department of Natural Resources said Wednesday that a 1-year-old buck tested positive. It was harvested by a hunter in Chippewa County, near Barron and Dunn counties. As such, Chippewa’s deer baiting ban
- [WSJ: Coalition asking for strict wake boat restrictions](https://fox99.com/wsj-coalition-asking-for-strict-wake-boat-restrictions/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- More than 60 groups are asking state lawmakers to restrict wake boats on Wisconsin lakes. The Wisconsin State Journal reports that the Coalition to Protect Wisconsin Lakes wants the legislature to enact stricter guidelines on wake boats. The large boats create heavy wakes allowing people to surf behind them. Critics of
- [Senate will take up proposed Voter ID amendment on Wednesday](https://fox99.com/senate-will-take-up-proposed-voter-id-amendment-on-wednesday/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- At the Capitol, Republican lawmakers are fast tracking a proposed amendment to the Wisconsin Constitution. It’s already state law, but Republicans believe Voter ID requires the protection of a constitutional amendment. Representative Pat Snyder citing poll numbers. “One 2014 poll in the Pew Research Center showing nationwide support of voter ID
- [Some Wisconsin health care systems bring back face mask requirements](https://fox99.com/some-wisconsin-health-care-systems-bring-back-face-mask-requirements/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Some health care systems in Wisconsin are bringing back face mask requirements. On Monday, Aurora Health Care began requiring that visitors wear masks when in contact with patients or in areas where people congregate. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services warns of high activity from respiratory illnesses such as COVID, flu
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-jan-8-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republican lawmakers fast-track a Voter ID constitutional amendment; -- Bird flu is a big concern for the dairy industry, an expert warns; -- Cases of COVID, RSV, the flu and norovirus are up; -- The Elks wrap up a potato donation challenge. These stories
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-jan-8-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republican lawmakers fast-track a Voter ID constitutional amendment; -- Bird flu is a big concern for the dairy industry, an expert warns; -- Cases of COVID, RSV, the flu and norovirus are up; -- The Elks wrap up a potato donation challenge. These stories
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-jan-8-2025/)
- [Republican leaders reject Evers' voter referendum proposal](https://fox99.com/republican-leaders-reject-evers-voter-referendum-proposal/) - WISCONSIN, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin residents shouldn’t expect to initiate changes to the state constitution via referendum. Last November, voters statewide approved a pair of elections related amendments, and they will likely have a Voter ID amendment on the ballot in April. Governor Tony Evers plans to include language in his state budget to allow citizens
- [Bird flu could have serious financial impacts on dairy industry](https://fox99.com/bird-flu-could-have-serious-financial-impacts-on-dairy-industry/) - Bird flu is becoming a bigger concern as more dairy herds are affected. Dr. Keith Poulsen, Director of the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, says his current level of concern is about 8 or 9 on a scale of 1 to 10 “I think the only thing that makes me go to 10 is that if
- [Elks potato donation challenge surpasses 17,000 pounds](https://fox99.com/elks-potato-donation-challenge-surpasses-17000-pounds/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Elks have donated tons of taters for people in need. Lodges in the Wisconsin Elks Association have donated 17,225 pounds of potatoes to food pantries, shelters, first responders, and other groups who provide meals and help to their communities. Rice Lake Elks Lodge #1441 has itself donated over 800
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-jan-8-2025/)
- [Applicants sought for Rusk County Sheriff; Wallace retiring](https://fox99.com/applicants-sought-for-rusk-county-sheriff-wallace-retiring/) - LADYSMITH, Wis. (WJMC) -- Rusk County Sheriff Jeff Wallace retires April 1, and the governor is seeking applicants to fill the remainder of the position through January 2027. Applications can be found on the governor’s website, at evers.wi.gov, click on “apply to serve” and complete the application form for sheriff. The deadline is January 31.
- [Harold “Hal” Putzke Jr.](https://fox99.com/harold-hal-putzke-jr/) - Harold “Hal” Putzke Jr., 77, of Barron, passed away on December 31. He is survived by his sons, Chris Putzke and David Putzke; daughter, Julie Beckel; and sister, Sharon Larson. The visitation for Harold “Hal” Putzke Jr. will be held at Rausch and Steel Funeral Home, in Barron, on Friday from 4 until 7 p.m.
- [Dorothy Willson](https://fox99.com/dorothy-willson/) - Dorothy Willson, 93, of Rice Lake, passed away on December 28. She is survived by her children, Pete Willson, Janet Binstock, Mary Romportl, Wendy Willson, Trisha Willger and Amy Samp. A private family funeral service for Dorothy Willson will be held on Friday, at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake.
- [Roberta “Berta” Thompson](https://fox99.com/roberta-berta-thompson/) - Roberta “Berta” Thompson, 83, of Arland, passed away on January 4. She is survived by her husband, Glenn Thompson; son, Mike Thompson; daughters, Lynette Wisemiller, Wendy Roettger, Cheryl Thompson and Melanie Davis; brother, Jim McLeod; and sisters, Judy McKinney and Joann Rohn. The celebration of life for Roberta Thompson will be held at a later
- [Erma Bonneville](https://fox99.com/erma-bonneville/) - Erma Bonneville, 92, of Cumberland, passed away on January 2. She is survived by her daughter, Sandy Lindsley; sister, Arlene Snowbank. The funeral service for Erma Bonneville will be held at First United Methodist Church, in Cumberland, on Thursday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Thursday at the church.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Jan. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-jan-6-2025/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The cause of death released for an off-duty Menomonie police officer; -- Gov. Tony Evers again proposes a way for voters to repeal and create state laws; -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin will give President-Elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks a fair shake; -- and chlorination
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-tuesday-jan-7-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-jan-7-2025/)
- [Fake deputy scam call reported in Eau Claire County](https://fox99.com/fake-deputy-scam-call-reported-in-eau-claire-county/) - EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WJMC) -- A scam caller is claiming to be a law enforcement officer, attempting to dupe people out of personal information or money. The Eau Claire Police Department and Eau Claire County Sheriff’s Department said this scam was reported Monday morning. Authorities reminded people that their departments will never ask for payment
- [Voter ID amendment headed for April ballot](https://fox99.com/voter-id-amendment-headed-for-april-ballot/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Does Voter ID need to be in the Wisconsin Constitution, is the question lawmakers are asking this year. Photo ID has been required to vote in Wisconsin since being signed into law by former Governor Scott Walker in 2011. Republicans who control the Legislature want to prevent Voter ID from being
- [Vos reelected Speaker, lays out Republican agenda](https://fox99.com/vos-reelected-speaker-lays-out-republican-agenda/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- At the Capitol, Robin Vos is reelected state Assembly Speaker. The issue was not in doubt with Republicans maintaining a 54-45 seat majority. Vos taking a conservative tone in remarks to the chamber. “We know government control over our lives doesn't make us more prosperous, government spending doesn't grow the economy,
- [Culver's statewide help Abundant Life Christian School](https://fox99.com/culvers-statewide-help-abundant-life-christian-school/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Culvers around the state raise funds for Abundant Life Christian School. Almost 70 Wisconsin Culver's locations donated a portion of Monday sales to the Abundant Life Christian School Emergency Fund. The fund helps support the children, families, and educators who were impacted by the December shooting at the Madison school. Three
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-jan-7-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Scam callers claiming to be a detective in Eau Claire County; -- Rusk County Sheriff Jeff Wallace retires April 1 and applicants are sought to fill out his term; -- Should Voter ID become a state constitutional amendment, lawmakers ask; -- and Culvers restaurants
- [Shirley Lemler](https://fox99.com/shirley-lemler/) - Shirley Lemler, 94, of Rice Lake, passed away on January 3. She is survived by her husband, Paul Lemler; and children, Cindy Kuenzi, Bob Lemler, Greg Lemler, Paul Lemler, William Lemler, Judy Huen and Roger Lemler. The celebration of life for Shirley Lemler will be held at a later date at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals,
- [James Hagen](https://fox99.com/james-hagen/) - James Hagen, 89, of Rice Lake, passed away on January 4. He is survived by his son, Ronald Hagen; daughter, Laurie Runstrom. The funeral service for James Hagen will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church, in Rice Lake, on Thursday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Thursday at the church.
- [Grace Imme](https://fox99.com/grace-imme/) - Grace Imme, 93, of Siren, passed away on January 2. The funeral service for Grace Imme will be held at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, in Webster, on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 9 until 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Jan. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-jan-6-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Monday, Jan. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-monday-jan-6-2025/) - GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Caleb Williams drove Chicago to Cairo Santos’ 51-yard field goal as time expired and the Bears snapped a 10-game skid with a 24-22 victory over the playoff-bound Green Bay Packers. The Packers lost quarterback Jordan Love and wide receiver Christian Watson to injuries. Love hurt his elbow and Watson was
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Jan. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-jan-6-2025/)
- [Menomonie officer’s death ruled suicide](https://fox99.com/menomonie-officers-death-ruled-suicide/) - MENOMONIE, Wis. (WJMC) -- The cause of an off-duty death of a Menomonie police officer has been released. The Menomonie Police Department said officer Sam Miller’s cause of death last month was suicide. Chief Rick Hollister said they will honor Miller’s memory and emphasized the importance of mental health support for first responders. Many resources
- [Evers will include statewide voter referendum in budget](https://fox99.com/evers-will-include-statewide-voter-referendum-in-budget/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Governor Tony Evers wants to give Wisconsin voters more power. The Democratic governor says he’ll propose that when he releases his two year state budget. “I’ll be including in the biennial budget to require the legislature to give the people of Wisconsin a pathway to enshrine the will of the people,"
- [Baldwin on Trump's cabinet nominees](https://fox99.com/baldwin-on-trumps-cabinet-nominees/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin says she'll give all of President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominations a fair shake. "Give them due consideration. But I will not compromise if somebody might hurt Wisconsin families, veterans, businesses, I will tell you that there are some controversial picks among the group," Baldwin said. Trump's nominees
- [Rice Lake Utilities chlorinating water supply](https://fox99.com/rice-lake-utilities-chlorinating-water-supply/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Chlorination treatment of Rice Lake’s public water supply starts Monday, the utility announced. The treatment process is done quarterly to ensure the system is free of harmful bacteria or viruses. Consumers may notice a slight difference in taste and smell of their water. The temporary treatment process will end January
- [Early inland trout season underway](https://fox99.com/early-inland-trout-season-underway/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The inland trout early catch and release season is underway in Wisconsin. The Department of Natural Resources says anglers can only use artificial lures to fish for any inland trout species on designated early season trout streams. All trout caught during the season will need to be immediately released. Anglers are
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Jan. 6, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-jan-6-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The cause of death released for an off-duty Menomonie police officer; -- Gov. Tony Evers again proposes a way for voters to repeal and create state laws; -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin will give President-Elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks a fair shake; -- and chlorination
- [James Krueger](https://fox99.com/james-krueger/) - James Krueger, 92, of Cumberland, passed away on January 2. He is survived by his wife, Carol Kruger; children, Scott Kruger, Monte Kruger and Troy Kruger; and sister, Helen May. The funeral service for James Krueger will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Church, in Cumberland, on Tuesday at 3 p.m. Visitation is 1 until
- [Margaret “Peg” Stary](https://fox99.com/margaret-peg-stary/) - Margaret “Peg” Stary, of Milltown, passed away on December 14. The funeral service for Margaret Stary will be held at Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, in Balsam Lake, on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Wednesday at the church.
- [Delores Statton](https://fox99.com/delores-statton/) - Delores Statton, 99, of Rice Lake, passed away on December 23. She is survived by her daughter, Nan Kanline; and sister, Thelma Hale. The funeral service for Delores Statton will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on Tuesday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the
- [Pedestrian struck, driver arrested for OWI in Webster](https://fox99.com/pedestrian-struck-driver-arrested-for-owi-in-webster/) - WEBSTER, Wis. -- (WJMC) -- A pedestrian is in serious condition after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 35 at the intersection of County Road FF, in Webster. Burnett County Sheriff Tracy Finch said the collision happened just after 12 a.m. on Friday. The male pedestrian was transported by ambulance and later airlifted to
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Jan. 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-jan-3-2025/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Marshfield Health System and Sanford Health complete their merger; -- More information released about the suspect of three murders in central Wisconsin; -- Republican lawmakers say tax cuts are on the agenda; -- and two candidates are challenging incumbent Jill Underly for state superintendent.
- [Marcia Kurschinsky](https://fox99.com/marcia-kurschinsky/) - Marcia Kurschinsky, 90, of Rice Lake, passed away on December 21. The funeral service for Marcia Kurschinsky will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Rice Lake, on Friday at 11:30 a.m. Visitation is 10:30 until 11:30 a.m. on Friday at the church.
- [Beverly Schneider](https://fox99.com/beverly-schneider/) - Beverly Schneider, 72, of Rice Lake, passed away on December 31. She is survived by her husband, Allan Schneider; children, Eric Schneider and Amy Richter; and sister, Barb Rowe. The funeral service for Beverly Schneider will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church, in Rice Lake, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Sunday, from 4
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Jan. 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-jan-3-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Friday, Jan. 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-friday-jan-3-2025/) - MILWAUKEE (AP) — Cam Johnson scored 26 points and Cam Thomas had 24 as the Brooklyn Nets withstood a frantic Milwaukee comeback attempt down the stretch to beat the Bucks 113-110 on Thursday. Brooklyn led by as many as 24 and still owned a 111-90 advantage with less than seven minutes left before the Bucks
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Jan. 3, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-jan-3-2025/)
- [Marshfield and Sanford Health merge](https://fox99.com/marshfield-and-sanford-health-merge/) - MARSHFIELD, Wis. (WJMC) -- Marshfield Health System and Sioux Falls, South Dakota-based Sanford Health completed their merger, the company announced Wednesday. The organization will operate as Sanford Health, with Marshfield Clinic as a region of Sanford. The integrated health system includes 56 hospitals, more than 270 clinics, 144 senior care centers, and 4,500 doctors and
- [Deputies release more photos of New Lisbon triple homicide suspect](https://fox99.com/deputies-release-more-photos-of-new-lisbon-triple-homicide-suspect/) - JUNEAU COUNTY, Wis. (WRN) -- Sheriff's deputies have released more photos of a triple homicide suspect. Surveillance footage shows 47-year-old Virgil Thew inside of a New Lisbon Dollar General Store on Sunday, hours before three people were found dead inside of a home in New Lisbon. Another photo released by deputies showed Thew on a
- [Incoming Republican lawmaker says tax cuts needed](https://fox99.com/incoming-republican-lawmaker-says-tax-cuts-needed/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Assembly Speaker Robin Vos says a tax cut will be on the Republican agenda in the next legislative session. Incoming 87th Assembly District Representative Brent Jacobson says he's on board with a reduction in the state income tax as part of the new two-year budget, including cuts on retirement benefits and
- [Underly draws two challengers to lead DPI](https://fox99.com/underly-draws-two-challengers-to-lead-dpi/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Three candidates have announced for state Superintendent of Public Instruction. Incumbent Jill Underly, education consultant Brittany Kinser and Sauk Prairie superintendent Jeff Wright have all registered. If the candidates gather at least 2,000 signatures by January 7, voters will narrow the field for the April general election to two in a
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-jan-2-2025/) - This afternoon's latest headlines from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- An altercation at a Rice Lake bar left a woman without a pinky finger; -- The state senate leader is ready to work on the new budget; -- Communities have plenty of road salt on hand; -- and the State Patrol reminds motorists to
- [State Patrol says slow down in winter](https://fox99.com/state-patrol-says-slow-down-in-winter/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A reminder to slow down when driving in the winter. The Wisconsin State Patrol tells WXPR in Rhinelander that drivers need to keep in mind that posted speed limits are for the best conditions possible on the roads. Captain Bradley O'Cain says any snow, ice or slush on roads will make
- [DMV says 2024 was a busy year](https://fox99.com/dmv-says-2024-was-a-busy-year/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) - 2024 was a busy year for the Department of Motor Vehicles. Administrator Tommy Winkler says it added some new innovations in the last year. "We launched a new program for new drivers, a driver education grant. We allocated $6 million to nearly 10,000 low income students throughout the state. We also
- [Bargoer allegedly bites off woman's pinky](https://fox99.com/bargoer-allegedly-bites-off-womans-pinky/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. -- Police reports say a woman’s pinky finger was bitten off during an altercation at a Rice Lake bar early New Year’s Day. Dispatch logs show a bartender at a downtown bar called 911 just after 12:30 a.m. on Wednesday, saying two women had gotten into a fight. The victim was a
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-jan-2-2025/) - -- An altercation at a Rice Lake bar left a woman without a pinky finger early New Year's Day; -- The state senate leader is ready to work on the new budget; -- Communities have plenty of road salt on hand; -- and the State Patrol reminds motorists to slow your speed in winter. These
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-jan-2-2025/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-jan-2-2025/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-thursday-jan-2-2025/) - GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers apparently will have to make their entire postseason run without two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Jaire Alexander. Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Wednesday that Alexander is undergoing surgery to repair the knee injury that has kept the 2018 first-round pick from playing for most of the past
- [Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu says budget is job one](https://fox99.com/senate-majority-leader-devin-lemahieu-says-budget-is-job-one/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- State Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu is ready to get to work in Madison “The most important thing that we do every session is a budget, obviously. The governor will introduce his budget at some point in February. We've been working with him on a date for a state of the
- [Wisconsin communities have plenty of road salt](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-communities-have-plenty-of-road-salt/) - PLOVER, Wis. (WRN) -- Communities across Wisconsin are hanging on to a lot of road salt. Plover Village Administrator Steve Kunst says between carryover from last year and ordering for this year, they’ve had to get creative. ”You have to buy salt so far in advance, and we didn't really need any salt, but you
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Dec. 27, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-dec-27-2024-2/)
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Dec. 27, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-dec-27-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The man killed by an alleged drunk driver on Tuesday was a Dunn County Sheriff’s Correctional Officer, en route to work; -- The driver injured in a train versus SUV collision in Elk Mound earlier this month has died from injury complications; -- Two
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Dec. 27, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-dec-27-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The man killed by an alleged drunk driver on Tuesday was a Dunn County Sheriff’s Correctional Officer, en route to work; -- The driver injured in a train versus SUV collision in Elk Mound earlier this month has died from injury complications; -- Two
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-dec-26-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Two men rescued after falling through the ice on the Chetek Chain of Lakes; -- A homicide by OWI charge for an Eau Claire driver after a crash near Menomonie on Tuesday; -- Assembly Leader Robin Vos says he wants a GOAT (Government Operation
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-dec-26-2024/)
- [SPORTSZONE - Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportszone-thursday-dec-26-2024/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-thursday-dec-26-2024/) - DALLAS (AP) — Anthony Edwards scored 26 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for a 105-99 Christmas Day victory over Dallas after Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic left the game with a strained left calf. A rematch of last season’s Western Conference finals won by Dallas fell flat when Doncic pulled up lame while running
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-dec-26-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A homicide by OWI charge for an Eau Claire driver after a crash near Menomonie on Tuesday; -- Assembly Leader Robin Vos says he wants a GOAT (Government Operation And Transparency) committee; -- Former Gov. Tommy Thompson supports RFK Jr. as Trump’s HHS Secretary;
- [Woman killed in rollover crash near Prairie Farm](https://fox99.com/woman-killed-in-rollover-crash-near-prairie-farm/) - PRAIRIE FARM, Wis. (WJMC) -- A 44-year-old woman from Downing has died after her vehicle rolled over on a road west of Prairie Farm on Sunday morning. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said a 911 call reported the crash just after 7:30 a.m. Sunday, on 2 ¾ Avenue, west of Prairie Farm. The preliminary investigation
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Dec. 23, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-dec-23-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A suspect is dead following a shootout with police on Saturday in Chippewa County; -- The state attorney general calls for stricter gun control laws; -- Funding for housing development comes to Sawyer County; -- and the Brewers and Milwaukee approve a stadium lease
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Dec. 23, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-dec-23-2024/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Dec. 23, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-dec-23-2024/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Monday, Dec. 23, 2024](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-monday-dec-23-2024/) - SEATTLE (AP) — Sam Darnold connected with a well-covered Justin Jefferson with 3:51 left for his third TD pass of the game, and the Minnesota Vikings outlasted Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks 27-24 to keep pace with Detroit for the top spot in the NFC. Jefferson finished with 10 catches for 148 yards and
- [Suspect killed in shootout with Eau Claire SWAT](https://fox99.com/suspect-killed-in-shootout-with-eau-claire-swat/) - LAKE WISSOTA, Wis. (WJMC) -- A suspect is dead following a shootout with police east of Lake Wissota on Saturday evening. Carl Cooley has the story. The incident began just after 11:30 Saturday evening, when Chippewa County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a domestic abuse call in the Town of Lafayette. The subject had already fled
- [Kaul talks about firearms access in wake of school shooting](https://fox99.com/kaul-talks-about-firearms-access-in-wake-of-school-shooting/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Attorney General Josh Kaul hopes state lawmakers will address firearms access. In an interview following the Abundant Life school shooting in Madison, the Democratic AG said there are policies he’s advocated for. “Right now in Wisconsin, you can sell a firearm out of the trunk of your car to a stranger,
- [New investment for housing in Wisconsin](https://fox99.com/new-investment-for-housing-in-wisconsin/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- A more than $9.3 million dollar investment will help develop almost 500 housing units across Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority announced the funding last week, which will go towards the Vacancy-to-Vitality, Restore Main Street, and Infrastructure Access loan programs. Housing development projects in Dane,
- [Luminary hike at Hunt Hill Nature Center](https://fox99.com/luminary-hike-at-hunt-hill-nature-center-2/) - SARONA, Wis. (WJMC) -- The outdoors will be merry and *bright* this Saturday in Sarona. This Saturday evening, Hunt Hill Nature Center in Sarona will be hosting a Winter Solstice Luminary Hike. From 5:30 to 8 pm, guests can walk along the illuminated Hunt Hill trail as many times as they would like. Hunt Hill
- [Luminary hike at Hunt Hill Nature Center](https://fox99.com/luminary-hike-at-hunt-hill-nature-center/) - SARONA, Wis. (WJMC) -- The outdoors will be merry and *bright* this Saturday in Sarona. This Saturday evening, Hunt Hill Nature Center in Sarona will be hosting a Winter Solstice Luminary Hike. From 5:30 to 8 pm, guests can walk along the illuminated Hunt Hill trail as many times as they would like. Hunt Hill
- [New lease keeps Brewers in Milwaukee til 2050](https://fox99.com/new-lease-keeps-brewers-in-milwaukee-til-2050/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- A new lease is approved to keep the Brewers in Milwaukee through 2050. The vote by Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District comes just over a year after Governor Tony Evers signed a stadium funding bill keeping the Crew in Wisconsin. As part of that bill the state is estimated to
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Dec. 23, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-dec-23-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A suspect is dead following a shootout with police on Saturday in Chippewa County; -- The state attorney general calls for stricter gun control laws; -- Funding for housing development comes to Sawyer County; -- and the Brewers and Milwaukee approve a stadium lease
- [CDC confirms human case of bird flu in Barron County](https://fox99.com/cdc-confirms-human-case-of-bird-flu-in-barron-county/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirms Wisconsin's first human case of H1N1 bird flu. The state Department of Health Services first announced the case in Barron County this week on Wednesday. A farm worker exposed to an infected commercial poultry flock contracted the virus. DHS said this week that
- [John Smith](https://fox99.com/john-smith/) - John Smith, 71, of Rice Lake, passed away on November 25. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Smith; children, Jennifer Smith, Jill Warning and Jim Smith; and siblings, Stephen Smith, Bill Smith, Margaret Smith, Patrick Smith and Michael Smith. The celebration of life for John Smith will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals,
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Dec. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-dec-20-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Office of School Safety urges people to speak up, speak out against school threats and has resources to help; -- Uncharted trails ahead for Arctic Cat, as the company shutters factories; -- Rice Lake’s clerk-treasurer Kathy Morse retires after 32 years at City
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Dec. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-dec-20-2024/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Friday, Dec. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-friday-dec-20-2024/) - MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Karl-Anthony Towns had 32 points and 20 rebounds in his return to Minnesota in leading the inspired New York Knicks past the Timberwolves 133-107. Mikal Bridges scored 29 points as the Knicks built a lead as big as 36 points in the third quarter and won for the 12th time in 16
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Dec. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-dec-20-2024/)
- [Office Of School Safety offers resources](https://fox99.com/office-of-school-safety-offers-resources/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Speak Up, Speak Out. The Director of the Office of School Safety in the Wisconsin Department of Justice participated in press briefings following Monday’s tragic shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison. “People start to think about “I should have reported this., I have knowledge that someone could be planning
- [Arctic Cat to cease snowmobile production](https://fox99.com/arctic-cat-to-cease-snowmobile-production/) - THIEF RIVER, Minn. (WRN) -- A familiar brand on Wisconsin snowmobile trails faces an uncertain future with two plants in neighboring Minnesota suspending operations. Textron Inc. confirmed that Arctic Cat manufacturing operations are being shut down at factories in both Thief River Falls and St. Cloud after planned production numbers for the first half of
- [Rice Lake's Clerk-Treasurer retires after 32 years](https://fox99.com/rice-lakes-clerk-treasurer-retires-after-32-years-2/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- After 32 years as the clerk-treasurer for the City of Rice Lake, Kathy Morse is retiring. Today is the last day for Morse. As clerk-treasurer, she has been an integral part of local government, elections, and functioning of the city itself. A lot has changed over the years, she said,
- [Rice Lake's Clerk-Treasurer retires after 32 years](https://fox99.com/rice-lakes-clerk-treasurer-retires-after-32-years/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- After 32 years as the clerk-treasurer for the City of Rice Lake, Kathy Morse is retiring. Today is the last day for Morse. As clerk-treasurer, she has been an integral part of local government, elections, and functioning of the city itself. A lot has changed over the years, she said,
- [Luminary hike at Hunt Hill Nature Center](https://fox99.com/luminary-hike-at-hunt-hill-nature-center-3/)
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Dec. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-dec-20-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Office of School Safety urges people to speak up, speak out against school threats and has resources to help; -- Uncharted trails ahead for Arctic Cat, as the company shutters factories; -- Rice Lake’s clerk-treasurer Kathy Morse retires after 32 years at City
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-dec-19-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The first human case of bird flu found in Barron County; -- The Department of Justice reports an increase of threats to schools this week; -- Double check your property tax bill for the state lottery tax credit; -- and a judge has put
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-dec-19-2024/)
- [SPORTS HEADLINES - Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-thursday-dec-19-2024/) - ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Matthew Tkachuk scored twice, Sergei Bobrovsky made 26 saves and the Florida Panthers beat the Minnesota Wild 6-1 on Wednesday night. Aaron Ekblad added his second goal of the season to go with two assists, and Mackie Samoskevich, Niko Mikkola and Eetu Luostarinen also scored for Florida. Tkachuk has 13
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-dec-19-2024/)
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-dec-19-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The first human case of bird flu found in Barron County; -- The Department of Justice reports an increase of threats to schools this week; -- Double check your property tax bill for the state lottery tax credit; -- and a judge has put
- [Wisconsin State Patrol begins holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-state-patrol-begins-holiday-drive-sober-or-get-pulled-over-campaign/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Stressing sober driving during the holidays. The Wisconsin State Patrol joins law enforcement agencies statewide for the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign now through New Year’s Day. Officers will work to stop impaired drivers during the holiday season. Revelers are encouraged to make plans for a sober ride prior
- [State Patrol looking for new recruits](https://fox99.com/state-patrol-looking-for-new-recruits/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The Wisconsin State Patrol is looking for people who want to be its 71st and 72nd recruit classes. Lt. Nate Henriksen says like many agencies across the country, the State Patrol has faced staffing challenges. “It certainly has been a challenge for us but we’re very purpose driven to make sure
- [Practice safety when hitting snowmobile trails](https://fox99.com/practice-safety-when-hitting-snowmobile-trails/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources wants you to properly prepare for the snowmobile season. The DNR says you need to stay alert of rapidly changing ice conditions commonly found in the early and later parts of the winter. The DNR also wants snowmobilers to slow down, carry a first aid
- [Stabbing victims named from domestic altercation in rural Chetek](https://fox99.com/stabbing-victims-named-from-domestic-altercation-in-rural-chetek/) - CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) — Victim names have been released, in what police say was a fatal double stabbing. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said 51-year-old Michelle Turnipseed was found deceased of stab wounds outside her residence on Sunday afternoon. Inside the residence was 53-year-old Michael Turnipseed, also dead of stab wounds, with a knife next
- [15-year-old girl fatally shoots teacher and teenager at a Christian school in Wisconsin](https://fox99.com/15-year-old-girl-fatally-shoots-teacher-and-teenager-at-a-christian-school-in-wisconsin/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Police say a 15-year-old student opened fire inside a study hall at a small Christian school in Wisconsin, killing a teacher and teenager. Monday's shooting prompted a swarm of police officers responding to a second grader’s 911 call. Police say the girl also wounded six others in the shooting at Abundant
- [Domestic abuse incidents led up to fatal stabbings](https://fox99.com/domestic-abuse-incidents-led-up-to-fatal-stabbings/) - CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) -- Court documents and police records show some insight into the relationship a couple had before Sunday’s fatal stabbings. Police say they had been called to the couple’s home on the east side of Pokegama Lake once before. On September 16, Michelle Turnipseed called 911 from a neighbor’s house, alleging her husband,
- [Sports headlines - Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-wednesday-dec-18-2024/) - LAS VEGAS (AP) — Everyone has a lucky number in Las Vegas. For the Milwaukee Bucks, it was 3. And the NBA Cup was their prize. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 26 points to go along with 19 rebounds and 10 assists, Damian Lillard added 23 points and the Bucks connected on 17 3-pointers on the way
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-dec-18-2024/)
- [Sports headlines - Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024](https://fox99.com/sports-headlines-wednesday-dec-18-2024-2/) - LAS VEGAS (AP) — Everyone has a lucky number in Las Vegas. For the Milwaukee Bucks, it was 3. And the NBA Cup was their prize. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 26 points to go along with 19 rebounds and 10 assists, Damian Lillard added 23 points and the Bucks connected on 17 3-pointers on the way
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-dec-18-2024/)
- [Officer-involved shooting in Webster on Monday evening](https://fox99.com/officer-involved-shooting-in-webster-on-monday-evening/) - WEBSTER, Wis. (WJMC) -- An officer shot a man armed with a knife, while responding to domestic disturbance call in Webster, Monday evening. The Wisconsin Department of Justice is investigating the officer-involved shooting. They said St. Croix Tribal Police officers were called to a residence in the 24000 block of Eagle Feather Drive, in Webster,
- [No charges from September’s fatal UTV crash in Ladysmith](https://fox99.com/no-charges-from-septembers-fatal-utv-crash-in-ladysmith/) - LADYSMITH, Wis. (WJMC) -- No charges will be filed for a driver involved in a fatal UTV crash in September. Rusk County District Attorney John Cabranes said Grant D. Rydlund and Daniel J. Rydlund were injured in a UTV crash on Mae West Road in Ladysmith on September 27. Daniel Rydlund later died from his
- [New winter driving categories on Wisconsin road app; snow expected Thursday](https://fox99.com/new-winter-driving-categories-on-wisconsin-road-app-snow-expected-thursday/) - MADISON, Wis. (WJMC) -- Wisconsin’s road conditions app, 511 WI, has new winter condition categories, in an effort to make it simpler for motorists to “know before you go.” The new winter road categories show if roads are normal, partially covered, completely covered, if travel is not advised or if there is no report available.
- [Republican electors cast state's 10 votes for Trump and Vance](https://fox99.com/republican-electors-cast-states-10-votes-for-trump-and-vance/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin’s electoral votes are cast for Donald Trump. Republican electors were in a congratulatory mood at the Capitol on Tuesday. State party chair Brian Schimming crediting people who turned out to support President-elect Donald Trump. “Folks like my longtime friend, Governor Thompson, who stepped up and campaigned all over the state
- [DPI gets federal funding for special ed workforce](https://fox99.com/dpi-gets-federal-funding-for-special-ed-workforce/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Department of Public Instruction is getting federal grant money to help bolster Wisconsin’s special education workforce. DPI says the $10.5 million from the U.S. Department of Education will help support recruitment and retention of special education teachers and leaders. The funding will improve professional development systems for educators and help
- [Recovery fund set up for victims of Abundant Life shooting](https://fox99.com/recovery-fund-set-up-for-victims-of-abundant-life-shooting/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A recovery fund is established for those impacted by the Abundant Life Christian School shooting. The Madison Community Foundation and the United Way of Dane County have set up the "Abundant Life Christian School Emergency and Recovery Fund" to provide immediate and long-term support. The Monday morning shooting killed three people,
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-dec-18-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Department of Justice investigates an officer-involved shooting in Webster; -- No charges for a driver involved in fatal UTV crash in Ladysmith; -- New winter driving condition categories on the 511 WI dot gov app; -- and Republican electors cast the state’s 10
- [Two found dead at Chetek residence, Sunday afternoon](https://fox99.com/two-found-dead-at-chetek-residence-sunday-afternoon/)
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Dec. 16, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-dec-16-2024/)
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Dec. 16, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-dec-16-2024/)
- [Luella Smith](https://fox99.com/luella-smith/) - Luella Smith, 74, of Somerset and formerly of Rice Lake, passed away on December 14. She is survived by her daughter, Lisa Cheaney; sisters, Janice Stearns, Ingrid Anderson, Sharon Smith, Marilyn (Dave) Juza and Linda (Len) Smith; and brother, Kenny Becker. The celebration of life for Luella Smith will be held at a later date.
- [Betty Bliese](https://fox99.com/betty-bliese/)
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-dec-17-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- More details about the couple found dead in a domestic stabbing incident in Chetek on Sunday; -- Police say a 15-year-old girl killed two and herself in a shooting at a private Christian school in Madison; -- The state patrol wants you to practice
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-dec-17-2024/)
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-tuesday-dec-17-2024/)
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-dec-17-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- More details about the couple found dead in a domestic stabbing incident in Chetek on Sunday; -- Police say a 15-year-old girl killed two and herself in a shooting at a private Christian school in Madison; -- The state patrol wants you to practice
- [Dixie Becker](https://fox99.com/dixie-becker/)
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Dec. 16, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-dec-16-2024/)
- [DHS unveiling new Medicaid housing benefit](https://fox99.com/dhs-unveiling-new-medicaid-housing-benefit/)
- [Sandhill Crane committee advances draft bill](https://fox99.com/sandhill-crane-committee-advances-draft-bill/)
- [Report details problems with new USPS vehicle from Oshkosh Corp.](https://fox99.com/report-details-problems-with-new-usps-vehicle-from-oshkosh-corp/)
- [Wisconsin outdoor rec tourism contribution to state GDP sets record in 2023](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-outdoor-rec-tourism-contribution-to-state-gdp-sets-record-in-2023/)
- [Citations issued for fatal Aug 14 crash](https://fox99.com/citations-issued-for-fatal-aug-14-crash-4/)
- [Citations issued for fatal Aug 14 crash](https://fox99.com/citations-issued-for-fatal-aug-14-crash-3/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- A Rice Lake woman has plead no contest to two citations from a fatal crash last August. Last week, 56-year-old Patricia L. Kronquist was cited for passing in a no passing zone and operating left of center, causing death, and was fined $2,795. On August 14, Kronquist was driving north
- [Citations issued for fatal Aug 14 crash](https://fox99.com/citations-issued-for-fatal-aug-14-crash-2/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- A Rice Lake woman has plead no contest to two citations from a fatal crash last August. Last week, 56-year-old Patricia L. Kronquist was cited for passing in a no passing zone and operating left of center, causing death, and was fined $2,795. On August 14, Kronquist was driving north
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024](https://fox99.com/4961-2-3/)
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024](https://fox99.com/4961-2-2/) - This afternoon's latest headlines from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Heated arguments heard in the state supreme court case over abortion laws; -- A request to invest 3 billion dollars in public schools; -- and the Rice Lake Elks and the Deans List honor veterans, in concert, on Thursday. These stories and more on
- [](https://fox99.com/4961-2/) - This afternoon's latest headlines from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Heated arguments heard in the state supreme court case over abortion laws; -- A request to invest 3 billion dollars in public schools; -- and the Rice Lake Elks and the Deans List honor veterans, in concert, on Thursday. These stories and more on
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, Nov. 12](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-tuesday-nov-12/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-nov-12-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [SCOWIS hears oral arguments on 1849 abortion law](https://fox99.com/scowis-hears-oral-arguments-on-1849-abortion-law-4/)
- [SCOWIS hears oral arguments on 1849 abortion law](https://fox99.com/scowis-hears-oral-arguments-on-1849-abortion-law-3/)
- [SCOWIS hears oral arguments on 1849 abortion law](https://fox99.com/scowis-hears-oral-arguments-on-1849-abortion-law-2/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Will a 1849 ban on infanticide remain as a ban on abortion in Wisconsin? That was the matter up for oral arguments at the Wisconsin Supreme Court on Monday. Liberal Justice Jill Karofsky says the old law and a newer 2015 law allowing for abortions can't exist in the same space.
- [SCOWIS hears oral arguments on 1849 abortion law](https://fox99.com/scowis-hears-oral-arguments-on-1849-abortion-law/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Will a 1849 ban on infanticide remain as a ban on abortion in Wisconsin? That was the matter up for oral arguments at the Wisconsin Supreme Court on Monday. Liberal Justice Jill Karofsky says the old law and a newer 2015 law allowing for abortions can't exist in the same space.
- [Citations issued for fatal Aug 14 crash](https://fox99.com/citations-issued-for-fatal-aug-14-crash/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- A Rice Lake woman has plead no contest to two citations from a fatal crash last August. Last week, 56-year-old Patricia L. Kronquist was cited for passing in a no passing zone and operating left of center, causing death, and was fined $2,795. On August 14, Kronquist was driving north
- [Underly proposes additional $3 billion in investments to schools](https://fox99.com/underly-proposes-additional-3-billion-in-investments-to-schools/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The State Superintendent of Public Instruction is proposing an additional $3 billion in new investments for public schools. Jill Underly's proposal includes increasing special education reimbursement to 90%, provide per-pupil adjustments to revenue limits, limit property tax increases, index revenue limits to inflation for the first time in 15 years, and
- [Move over or slow down for roadside workers](https://fox99.com/move-over-or-slow-down-for-roadside-workers/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is reminding you to slow down for roadside workers. Wisconsin’s Move Over Law requires drivers to provide a safety zone for law enforcement, emergency responders and maintenance vehicles stopped alongside the road with their emergency lights on. DOT says you can also avoid secondary crashes by
- [Elks, Dean's List salute veterans on Nov. 14](https://fox99.com/elks-deans-list-salute-veterans-on-nov-14-2/) - RICE LAKE (WJMC) -- For more than 100 years the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks has been helping and serving veterans. That tradition continues on Thursday. In 1917 the national Elks organization established a War Relief Commission to help veterans get the medical attention they needed. This Thursday, the Rice Lake Elks lodge
- [Elks, Dean's List salute veterans on Nov. 14](https://fox99.com/elks-deans-list-salute-veterans-on-nov-14/) - For more than 100 years the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks has been helping and serving veterans. That tradition continues on Thursday. In 1917 the national Elks organization established a War Relief Commission to help veterans get the medical attention they needed. This Thursday, the Rice Lake Elks lodge will continue the tradition
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-nov-12-2024/) - This morning's latest headlines from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Minnesota teen is dead after drowning on Kirby Lake; -- Heated arguments heard in the state supreme court case over abortion laws; -- A request to invest 3 billion dollars in public schools; -- and the Rice Lake Elks and the Deans List
- [Teen kayaker drowns on Kirby Lake on Saturday](https://fox99.com/teen-kayaker-drowns-on-kirby-lake-on-saturday/) - CUMBERLAND, Wis. (WJMC) -- A Minnesota teen is dead after an apparent drowning on Kirby Lake, located northwest of Cumberland. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said rescuers were called out just after 12:30 p.m. Saturday, for people in the water yelling for help after their kayaks overturned. A 17-year-old male had not resurfaced. Multiple agencies
- [Jacquelyn “Jackie” Sparish](https://fox99.com/jacquelyn-jackie-sparish/) - Jacquelyn “Jackie” Sparish, 67, of Cumberland, passed away on November 2. She is survived by her husband, Ken Sparish; children, Julie Johnson, Shannon Ries and Anne Gilbertson; and siblings, David Gazdik, Janice Henrichs, Andrea “Kuba” Schilke and Paula Kelly. The celebration of life for Jacquelyn Sparish will be held at the Barronett Civic Center on
- [Beverly Nesseth](https://fox99.com/beverly-nesseth/) - Beverly Nesseth, 81, of Barron, passed away on September 27. She is survived by her son, Mark Nesseth; and daughters, Kari Klein, Shawn Lipke and Sonya Young. The celebration of life for Beverly Nesseth will be held at the Barron VFW on Sunday at 1 p.m.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-nov-7-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Chippewa Falls Leinie’s brewery is closing in January; -- Democrat incumbent Tammy Baldwin declares a win over Republican challenger Eric Hovde; -- Republican incumbent Derrick Van Orden retains his Third Congressional Seat; -- and the Barron Golden Bears Volleyball team is heading to
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-nov-6-2024-3/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republican come out strong in local elections and most local referenda pass; -- Former President Donald Trump wins Wisconsin; -- The Baldwin-Hovde senate race was too close to call Wednesday morning; -- and the DNR predicts a good year for big bucks for the
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-nov-6-2024-2/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republican come out strong in local elections and most local referenda pass; -- Former President Donald Trump wins Wisconsin; -- The Baldwin-Hovde senate race was too close to call Wedneday morning; -- and the DNR predicts a good year for big bucks for the
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-nov-6-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republican come out strong in local elections and most local referenda pass; -- Former President Donald Trump wins Wisconsin; -- The Baldwin-Hovde senate race was too close to call Wednesay morning; -- and the DNR predicts a good year for big bucks for the
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-nov-7-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-nov-7-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [Molson Coors will close Leinenkugel's Brewery in Chippewa Falls](https://fox99.com/molson-coors-will-close-leinenkugels-brewery-in-chippewa-falls/) - CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WRN) -- Multinational brewer Molson Coors will close the Leinenkugel's Brewery in Chippewa Falls. The move will end more than 150 years of brewing in the northwestern Wisconsin city where “Leinie’s” was born. Molson Coors will close the Chippewa Falls brewery and Leinenkugel’s 10th Street Brewery in Milwaukee, effective January 17th according
- [Van Orden secures Wisconsin’s Third Congressional](https://fox99.com/van-orden-secures-wisconsins-third-congressional/) - PRAIRIE du CHIEN, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District was called for Republican incumbent Derrick Van Orden late morning on Wednesday. He was challenged by Democrat Rebecca Cooke. With nearly all votes counted and a spread of 51.4 percent for Van Orden, and 48.6 percent for Cooke, the Associated Press called the race for
- [Baldwin declares US Senate win over challenger Eric Hovde](https://fox99.com/baldwin-declares-us-senate-win-over-challenger-eric-hovde/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN/AP) -- Tammy Baldwin declares a win in a close U.S. Senate race. According to unofficial returns from The Associated Press, the incumbent Democrat led Republican Eric Hovde by 28,687 votes with 99% of precincts reporting. That’s a difference of 0.9%. Baldwin declared victory early Wednesday morning in her bid for a third
- [Dems narrow Republican state Senate majority](https://fox99.com/dems-narrow-republican-state-senate-majority/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Democrats make gains in the Wisconsin Legislature. New district maps drawn by Democratic Governor Tony Evers and approved by Republican lawmakers helped Democrats peel off four seats in the state Senate, leaving Republicans with a narrower 18-14 majority. Sarah Keyeski, a mental health counselor from Lodi, defeated 14th District Republican Joan
- [Barron volleyball heads to state](https://fox99.com/barron-volleyball-heads-to-state/) - BARRON, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Barron Golden Bears volleyball team is headed to state. The last time Barron made it to state in volleyball was in 1999. One of the players on that team is current head coach Brooke Halverson and she says she wants her team to enjoy the experience while remembering why they
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-nov-7-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Chippewa Falls Leinie’s brewery is closing in January; -- Democrat incumbent Tammy Baldwin declares a win over Republican challenger Eric Hovde; -- Republican incumbent Derrick Van Orden retains his Third Congressional Seat; -- and the Barron Golden Bears Volleyball team is heading to
- [Michael Borgen](https://fox99.com/michael-borgen/) - Michael Borgen, 55, of Rice Lake, passed away on November 4. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Elaine Borgen; and sisters, Kim Schwark and Shannon Saffert. The funeral service for Michael Borgen will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, in Rice Lake, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Friday, from 4 until
- [Ruth Pederson](https://fox99.com/ruth-pederson/) - Ruth Pederson, 87, of Green Bay, passed away on November 1. She is survived by her children, John Pederson, Ann Nelson and Mary Novotny; and brother, Roger Schlegel. The service for Ruth Pederson will be held at Skinner Funeral Home, in Cumberland, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Friday, from 5 until 7:30 p.m.,
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-nov-6-2024-4/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republican come out strong in local elections and most local referenda pass; -- Former President Donald Trump wins Wisconsin; -- The Baldwin-Hovde senate race was too close to call Wednesday morning; -- and the DNR predicts a good year for big bucks for the
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-nov-6-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-nov-6-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-nov-6-2024-2/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republican come out strong in local elections and most local referenda pass; -- Former President Donald Trump wins Wisconsin; -- The Baldwin-Hovde senate race was too close to call Wednesday morning; -- and the DNR predicts a good year for big bucks for the
- [AM NEWSCAST, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-nov-6-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Republican come out strong in local elections and most local referenda pass; -- Former President Donald Trump wins Wisconsin; -- The Baldwin-Hovde senate race was too close to call Wednesay morning; -- and the DNR predicts a good year for big bucks for the
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-nov-5-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- It’s election day and state, national and local races are on your ballot; -- This evening, the Northwest Wisconsin News Center team will bring you up-to-date results and coverage; -- You can still register to vote today in Wisconsin; -- and a UW Health
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-nov-5-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- It’s election day and state, national and local races are on your ballot; -- This evening, the Northwest Wisconsin News Center team will bring you up-to-date results and coverage; -- You can still register to vote today in Wisconsin; -- and a UW Health
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Nov. 4, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-nov-4-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Minnesota murder suspect was arrested in Polk County; -- Election day is tomorrow and its a best practice to leave your campaign garb at home when heading to the polls; -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was in Rice Lake on Saturday, urging voters
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Nov. 4, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-nov-4-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Minnesota murder suspect was arrested in Polk County; -- Election day is tomorrow and its a best practice to leave your campaign garb at home when heading to the polls; -- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was in Rice Lake on Saturday, urging voters
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Nov. 1, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-nov-1-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A St. Paul man is found guilty for helping his son dump four bodies in Dunn County; -- We interview Dave Armstrong, the republican running for re-election in the 67th Assembly District; -- Some tips for avoiding election and campaign season stress; -- and
- [James “Jim” Oberaigner](https://fox99.com/james-jim-oberaigner/) - James “Jim” Oberaigner, 91, of Webb Lake, passed away on October 22. The celebration of life for James Oberaigner will be held at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, in Webster, on Saturday at 12 p.m. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.
- [Wayne Shortess](https://fox99.com/wayne-shortess/) - Wayne Shortess, 73, of Turtle Lake, passed away on October 29. He is survived by his son, Ryan Shortess; daughters, Kristi Bauer and Rebecca Wright; brother, Warren Shortess; and sisters, Sharon Dunemann and Daena Shortess. The funeral service for Wayne Shortess will be held at St. Ann Catholic Church, in Turtle Lake, on Saturday at
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Nov. 1, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-nov-1-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [Interview: Dave Armstrong, republican running for 67th Assembly District](https://fox99.com/interview-dave-armstrong-republican-running-for-67th-assembly-district/) - Interview with Dave Armstrong, of Rice Lake, running as a republican for the 67th Assembly District.
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Nov. 1, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-nov-1-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [Minnesota man convicted in Dunn County body dumping case](https://fox99.com/minnesota-man-convicted-in-dunn-county-body-dumping-case/) - MENOMONIE, Wis. (WRN) -- A St. Paul man is convicted in a body dumping case in western Wisconsin. Following a three day trial, a Dunn County jury on Wednesday found 56-year-old Darren Osborne guilty on four counts. The bodies of four people were found inside an SUV in a farm field in September 2021. All
- [Armstrong interview, does not want Medicaid expanded](https://fox99.com/armstrong-interview-does-not-want-medicaid-expanded-2/)
- [Armstrong interview, does not want Medicaid expanded](https://fox99.com/armstrong-interview-does-not-want-medicaid-expanded/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Dave Armstrong, of Rice Lake, the republican assembly representative for the 67th district, is seeking re-election to a third term. We interviewed him this week, about his work in the legislature on housing and workforce issues, and on the economy and taxes, health care and reproductive rights and his goals
- [Nearly one million votes cast in Wisconsin early voting](https://fox99.com/nearly-one-million-votes-cast-in-wisconsin-early-voting/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Nearly one million people have already voted early in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Elections Commission data shows an approximate total of 989,000 absentee ballots have been cast, or about 28% of the state's nearly 3.5 million voters. Reasons for the large early turnout include a push by both major political parties for early
- [Tips for dealing with election stress](https://fox99.com/tips-for-dealing-with-election-stress/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The days leading up to the election next Tuesday can be a stressful time for some people. UW – Health Psychologist Shilagh Mirgain says you should focus on the things you can control. “I think when we focus on what we can control taking positive action that helps us control what
- [Amtrak Borealis proves popular, funding announced for Hiawatha improvements](https://fox99.com/amtrak-borealis-proves-popular-funding-announced-for-hiawatha-improvements/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- Advances for Amtrak service in Wisconsin. It’s been announced that the first five months of the passenger railroad’s new Borealis line saw over 100,000 passengers riding the 13-stop route between St. Paul and Chicago, or an average of 650 riders per day. Borealis makes eight stops in Wisconsin, including two in
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Nov. 1, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-nov-1-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A St. Paul man is found guilty for helping his son dump four bodies in Dunn County; -- We interview Dave Armstrong, the republican running for re-election in the 67th Assembly District; -- Some tips for avoiding election and campaign season stress; -- and
- [Jamie Maloney](https://fox99.com/jamie-maloney/) - Jamie Maloney, 67, passed away on October 21. A private ceremony will be held for Jamie Maloney.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-oct-31-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Medicare enrollment window is now open; -- We interview Jeff Foster, the democrat running for the 67th State Assembly seat; -- Former Packer Brett Farve stumped for Donald Trump in Green Bay; -- And more early voters mean longer times to count ballots
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-oct-31-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [Interview: Jeff Foster, democrat running for 67th Assembly District](https://fox99.com/interview-jeff-foster-democrat-running-for-67th-assembly-district/) - Interview with Jeff Foster, from Colfax, running as a democrat for the 67th State Assembly District seat.
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-oct-31-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [Medicare enrollment window now open](https://fox99.com/medicare-enrollment-window-now-open/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Individuals eligible for Medicare can review their current prescription drug and hospital, doctor, or Advantage plans, and make any necessary changes. Independent agent Joe Erickson explains what’s new. “The government came out with a final rule 2025. A couple benefits of that is it is removing the coverage gap stage.
- [Jeff Foster on Medicaid expansion, interview](https://fox99.com/jeff-foster-on-medicaid-expansion-interview/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Jeff Foster, of Colfax, is running for the 67th Assembly District seat, challenging Republican incumbent David Armstrong, of Rice Lake. We interviewed Foster, about his platforms and goals if elected. He supports the expansion of Medicaid, which would help make healthcare more affordable and accessible, he said. “We need to
- [Favre compares Packers organization with Trump organization](https://fox99.com/favre-compares-packers-organization-with-trump-organization/) - ASHWAUBENON, Wis. (WRN) -- Former Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre warmed up the crowd for former President Donald Trump at the Resch Center in Ashwaubenon on Wednesday “It would be insane to give Kamala four more years in office. So it's time to bench Kamala and put in the star quarterback, Donald Trump," Farve
- [Harris promises to 'represent all Americans' after Biden's remark on Trump supporters and 'garbage'](https://fox99.com/harris-promises-to-represent-all-americans-after-bidens-remark-on-trump-supporters-and-garbage/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Kamala Harris is calling for Americans to “stop pointing fingers at each other” as she tries to push past comments made by President Joe Biden about Donald Trump’s supporters and “garbage.” Harris made her pitch in Raleigh, North Carolina, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and Madison, Wisconsin, as part of a blitz of battleground
- [Latest Marquette Law School Poll shows tight Presidential and Senate races](https://fox99.com/latest-marquette-law-school-poll-shows-tight-presidential-and-senate-races/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- The final Marquette Law School Poll prior to Election Day has Vice President Kamala Harris narrowly leading former president Donald Trump in Wisconsin. Harris’ 50 percent to 49 percent edge over Trump is within the 4.4% margin of error. In the US Senate race, Democratic incumbent Tammy Baldwin still leads Republican
- [Record pace of early voting will mean a long night of counting ballots](https://fox99.com/record-pace-of-early-voting-will-mean-a-long-night-of-counting-ballots/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Record setting early in person voting in Wisconsin. A nearly 40% increase in early in-person absentee voting over 2020. Not surprising, says Wood County Clerk and Wisconsin County Clerks Association President Trent Miner. “You look in your mailbox daily and find something from either of the parties or any of the
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-oct-31-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Medicare enrollment window is now open; -- We interview Jeff Foster, the democrat running for the 67th State Assembly seat; -- Former Packer Brett Farve stumped for Donald Trump in Green Bay; -- And more early voters mean longer times to count ballots
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- [Lee Romsos](https://fox99.com/lee-romsos/) - Lee Romsos, 79, of Cameron, passed away on October 21. The service for Lee Romsos will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, in Cameron, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Sunday, from 4 until 7 p.m., at Rausch-Lundeen Funeral Home, in Cameron, and from 10 until 11 a.m. on Monday at the church.
- [Carolyn Graber](https://fox99.com/carolyn-graber/) - Carolyn Graber, 82, passed away on October 19. The funeral service for Carolyn Graber will be held at Spooner’s Church of the Nazarene, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Saturday at the church.
- [Eleanor “Ellie” Miner](https://fox99.com/eleanor-ellie-miner/) - Eleanor “Ellie” Miner, 89, of Rice Lake and formerly of Independence, Iowa, passed away on October 20. She is survived by her children, Larry Miner, Michael Miner, JoAnn Hile and Patricia Miner. The Mass of Christian burial for Eleanor Miner will beh eld at St. John Catholic Church, in Independence, Iowa, on Friday at 10:30
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-oct-24-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Wildfire risk is high across the state; -- Marshfield Clinic and Sanford Health announce they intend to merge; -- High turnout for the first day of early in-person voting; -- and Empty Bowls is tonight, a fundraiser to fight childhood hunger. These stories and
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-oct-24-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-oct-24-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [Wildfire danger HIGH to VERY HIGH statewide](https://fox99.com/wildfire-danger-high-to-very-high-statewide/) - MADISON, Wis, (WRN) -- Wildfire danger around Wisconsin today is high to very high. Catherine Koele, DNR Wildfire Prevention Specialist, said yesterday, there were four fires. “We're moving resources around. We've got the Army National Guard, Black Hawk helicopters on standby today to help with some aerial support, but we're on high alert and likely
- [Marshfield, Sanford Health merger announced](https://fox99.com/marshfield-sanford-health-merger-announced/) - MARSHFIELD, Wis. (WJMC) -- Marshfield Clinic Health System and Sanford Health, based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, announced Wednesday they plan to merge. The joint press release said the integration of the two health systems aimed to improve patient care with new technology, research and training. The merger is expected by the end of the
- [Human West Nile Virus infection spotted in Western Wisconsin](https://fox99.com/human-west-nile-virus-infection-spotted-in-western-wisconsin/) - EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WRN) -- A human case of West Nile Virus in western Wisconsin. Public health officials say the case was confirmed in Eau Claire County. It's the county's only case so far this year, and will likely remain the only one as mosquito season winds down. West Nile is transmitted by mosquito bites
- [Big turnout on first day of in-person absentee voting](https://fox99.com/big-turnout-on-first-day-of-in-person-absentee-voting/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Nearly 100,000 people cast early ballots on the first day of in-person absentee voting in Wisconsin. Bob Hague has the numbers. The Wisconsin Elections Commission reported 97,436 in-person absentee ballots cast on Tuesday with long lines in Madison and Milwaukee. That compares to 79,774 ballots cast the first day of in-person
- [Empty Bowls fundraiser fights childhood hunger](https://fox99.com/empty-bowls-fundraiser-fights-childhood-hunger/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Rice Lake’s Empty Bowls event is set for tonight, from 4:30 until 7 p.m. at the Rice Lake High School cafeteria. Handcrafted clay and wood bowls will be available for purchase, along with soup dinners and flights of soup, all to benefit the Feed Our Kids Rice Lake Backpack program.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-oct-24-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Investigators say electrical and gas lines were not the cause of the fire last week in Rice Lake; -- Marshfield Clinic and Sanford Health announce they intend to merge; -- High turnout for the first day of early in-person voting; -- and Empty Bowls
- [Arlene “Mickey” Lenz](https://fox99.com/arlene-mickey-lenz/) - Arlene “Mickey” Lenz, 95, passed away on October 19. The funeral service for Arlene Lenz will be held at Lewis Memorial Methodist Church, in Lewis, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Saturday at the church.
- [Messenger Street fire cause officially "undetermined"](https://fox99.com/messenger-street-fire-cause-officially-undetermined/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- An official ruling on the fire that destroyed the old feed mill building has been released. Rice Lake Fire Chief Michael Hover said a thorough investigation was conducted and electrical and gas have been ruled out as the cause. The official cause is “undetermined,” meaning investigators were not able to
- [Motorcycle rider wanted for Sunday pursuit](https://fox99.com/motorcycle-rider-wanted-for-sunday-pursuit/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Barron County Sheriff’s Department is looking for information on the whereabouts of 21-year-old Logan Olson, of Rice Lake. Authorities said Olson was wanted in connection to a motorcycle pursuit through Rice Lake on Sunday. He frequents the Rice Lake and Spooner areas police said. Anyone with information should contact
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Oct. 21, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-oct-21-2024/) - This afternoon's headlines from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A motorcycle fled from police and authorities ask for help in identifying the rider; -- Voters will decide on a state constitutional amendment barring non-citizens from voting; -- U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and challenger Eric Hovde sparred in a testy debate on Friday evening; --
- [James “Jess” Miller](https://fox99.com/james-jess-miller/) - James “Jess” Miller, 93, of Rice Lake, passed away on October 11. He is survived by his sons, Jeff Miller, Steve Miller and Mike Miller. The Mass of Christian burial for James Miller will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Rice Lake, on Thursday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Wednesday, from 4 until
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Oct. 21, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-oct-21-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Oct. 21, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-oct-21-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [High-speed chase with motorcycle through Rice Lake, rider sought](https://fox99.com/high-speed-chase-with-motorcycle-through-rice-lake-rider-sought/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Barron County Sheriff’s Department asks the public to help identify a motorcycle rider who fled from police on Sunday evening. The sheriff’s department said the rider, on a black motorcycle, and wearing a black jacket and black helmet, drove off during a traffic stop. The rider led Rice Lake
- [Republican authored constitutional amendment referendum would prevent non-citizen voting](https://fox99.com/republican-authored-constitutional-amendment-referendum-would-prevent-non-citizen-voting/) - MADISON, Wis., (WRN) -- Voters are being asked to amend the Wisconsin Constitution. Republican state Senator Julian Bradley says the referendum seeks to prevent non-citizens from voting, and align with the US Constitution. “Most people I talk to, Democrats, Republicans, independents, they all believe that that was the intent so matching up our language with
- [Wisconsin ends fiscal year with $4.6 billion surplus](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-ends-fiscal-year-with-4-6-billion-surplus/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Wisconsin Legislature will have to decide what to do with a $4.6 billion surplus when the session begins January 6th. Wisconsin Policy Forum Senior Research Analyst Tyler Burnes says it’s a good problem to have. “That's largely related to higher than projected income taxes and you know a little bit
- [Wisconsin US Senate candidates trade accusations of lying during testy debate](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-us-senate-candidates-trade-accusations-of-lying-during-testy-debate/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican challenger Eric Hovde have repeatedly accused each other of lying during an often testy and confrontational debate on Friday evening. They are facing off in the general election in a closely watched Senate race. Hovde called on Baldwin to disclose more information about the
- [Walz promotes plan to address rural health care](https://fox99.com/walz-promotes-plan-to-address-rural-health-care-2/) - Minnesota Governor and Democratic Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz is helping roll out a proposal designed to address rural healthcare shortages. He says it's critical “Folks think they know rural America, you're hearing costs of things, you're hearing lack of access to child care. You're hearing the hospital and ambulance issues, and this addresses that.
- [Walz promotes plan to address rural health care](https://fox99.com/walz-promotes-plan-to-address-rural-health-care/) - Minnesota Governor and Democratic Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz is helping roll out a proposal designed to address rural healthcare shortages. He says it's critical “Folks think they know rural America, you're hearing costs of things, you're hearing lack of access to child care. You're hearing the hospital and ambulance issues, and this addresses that.
- [Pheasant hunting season underway](https://fox99.com/pheasant-hunting-season-underway/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The pheasant hunting season is underway across Wisconsin. DNR Pheasant Ecologist Alissa Kakatsch says they’ll do weekly releases of the birds. “So our feather stacking season is going to look very similar to last year," Kakatsch said. "The very similar properties and similar amounts. We're looking to stock approximately 75,000 birds
- [Jolly Good Soda wins ‘Coolest Thing Made In Wisconsin’ contest](https://fox99.com/jolly-good-soda-wins-coolest-thing-made-in-wisconsin-contest/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The coolest thing made in Wisconsin is Jolly Good Soda. The product won the annual contest put on by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce which draws attention to Wisconsin’s vibrant manufacturing industry. The announcement, which came during WMC’s annual Business Day event Thursday in Madison, said the craft soda brand is known
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Oct. 21, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-oct-21-2024/) - This morning's headlines from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A motorcycle fled from police and authorities ask for help in identifying the rider; -- Voters will decide on a state constitutional amendment barring non-citizens from voting; -- U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and challenger Eric Hovde sparred in a testy debate on Friday evening; --
- [Barbara Sonnenberg](https://fox99.com/barbara-sonnenberg/) - Barbara Sonnenberg, 89, of Evansville and formerly of Rice Lake and Reedsburg, passed away on September 28. She is survived by her children, Holly Meyer and Jeff Sonnenberg; and sisters, JoAnn Kilmer and Rosemary Schroeder. The memorial gathering for Barbara Sonnenberg will be held at VFW Post 1916, in Reedsburg, on Wednesday from 12 until
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Oct. 11, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-oct-11-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Wisconsin ranks number two in dam failures, a report says; -- Estimates show $1.5 billion of shared revenue is coming for local governments; -- Vice Presidential canidate Tim Walz will be in Eau Claire again next week; -- and the final four are announced
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Oct. 11, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-oct-11-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Oct. 11, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-oct-11-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Oct. 11, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-oct-11-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Wisconsin ranks number two in dam failures, a report says; -- Estimates show $1.5 billion of shared revenue is coming for local governments; -- Vice Presidential canidate Tim Walz will be in Eau Claire again next week; -- and the final four are announced
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-oct-10-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- No more wind chills, just extreme cold warnings from the National Weather Service; -- There is one fewer strain of flu this flu season, health experts say; -- The state supreme court calls the governor’s school funding partial veto, “crazy;” -- and the Brewers
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-oct-10-2024-2/)
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-oct-10-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-oct-10-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-oct-10-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- No more wind chills, just extreme cold warnings from the National Weather Service; -- There is one fewer strain of flu this flu season, health experts say; -- The state supreme court calls the governor’s school funding partial veto, “crazy;” -- and the Brewers
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-oct-9-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Help the victims of Hurricane Helene at the Barron County Fairgrounds this weekend; -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin made a campaign stop in Rice Lake yesterday; -- A supreme court challenge to Gov. Tony Evers’ partial veto powers; -- and the USDA forecasts a drop
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-oct-9-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-oct-9-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-oct-9-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Help the victims of Hurricane Helene at the Barron County Fairgrounds this weekend; -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin made a campaign stop in Rice Lake yesterday; -- A supreme court challenge to Gov. Tony Evers’ partial veto powers; -- and the USDA forecasts a drop
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-oct-8-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Celebrate and meet Rice Lake Olympian Kenny Bednarek at the high school on Saturday; -- A Wisconsin couple are organizing hurricane relief efforts for North Carolina; -- Check your smoke alarms this fire prevention week; -- And Democrat Jeff Wright is challenging Jill Underly
- [Freida Lentz](https://fox99.com/freida-lentz/) - Freida Lentz, 99, of Barron, passed away on October 6. She is survived by her son, Randy Forehand. The funeral service for Freida Lentz will be held at Salem Lutheran Church, in Barron, on Thursday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Thursday at the church.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-tuesday-oct-8-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-tuesday-oct-8-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [It’s Fire Prevention Week; maintain, test working smoke alarms](https://fox99.com/its-fire-prevention-week-maintain-test-working-smoke-alarms/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- This is National Fire Prevention Week, and on Monday students from Hartford University School learned about the importance of smoke alarms at the Milwaukee Fire Education Center’s Survive Alive House. “Smoke alarm, smoke alarm, what do you do? You protect us, and we listen to you," children sing-sang with a teacher.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-oct-8-2024/) - This morning's top headlines from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Celebrate and meet Rice Lake Olympian Kenny Bednarek at the high school on Saturday; -- A Wisconsin couple are organizing hurricane relief efforts for North Carolina; -- Check your smoke alarms this fire prevention week; -- And Democrat Jeff Wright is challenging Jill Underly
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Oct. 7, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-oct-8-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Police and EMS are conducting a drill in Cumberland this evening; -- A missing Shell Lake man was found safe this weekend; -- Former President Donald Trump was in southern Wisconsin on Sunday; -- and President Joe Biden visits Milwaukee tomorrow. These stories and
- [Lila Ward](https://fox99.com/lila-ward/) - Lila Ward, 100, of Amery, passed away on September 28. The funeral service for Lila Ward will be held at First Lutheran Church, in Amery, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Friday at the church.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Oct. 7. 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-oct-7-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Oct. 7, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-oct-7-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Oct. 7, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-oct-8-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Police and EMS are conducting a drill in Cumberland this evening; -- A missing Shell Lake man was found safe this weekend; -- Former President Donald Trump was in southern Wisconsin on Sunday; -- and President Joe Biden visits Milwaukee tomorrow. These stories and
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Sept. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-sept-20-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Sept. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-sept-20-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [Massive police response to Rice Lake as car's backfire mistaken for gunfire](https://fox99.com/massive-police-response-to-rice-lake-as-cars-backfire-mistaken-for-gunfire/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- “No shots fired, no injuries.” That’s the word from Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald after multiple reports of active shootings around Rice Lake led to lockdowns and a massive police response to the city Thursday evening. Rice Lake Police Department said a car backfiring was the cause of the false alarm.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Sept. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-sept-20-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Backfires from a car mistaken as gunfire prompts a massive police response in Rice Lake; -- A three-vehicle crash near Spooner severely injures two people; -- Numbers are up for daily voter registrations; -- And the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest is underway.
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Monday, Sept. 9, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-monday-sept-9-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Monday, Sept. 9, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-monday-sept-9-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Sept. 9, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-sept-9-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center. -- A high speed chase through Rice Lake on Sunday ended with a crash and the driver in custody; -- A recall for eggs from Wisconsin amid a salmonella outbreak; -- One person was killed inside an apartment in Siren when a truck crashed through
- [Delores “Dee Dee” Ray](https://fox99.com/delores-dee-dee-ray/) - Delores “Dee Dee” Ray, 88, of Shoreview, Minnesota, passed away on September 3. The funeral service for Delores Ray will be held at Swedberg Taylor Funeral Home, in Siren, on Saturday at 2 p.m. Visitation is 1 until 2 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.
- [Helen Peterson](https://fox99.com/helen-peterson/) - Helen Peterson, 82, of Turtle Lake, passed away on August 29. She is survived by her son, Michael Peterson; daughters, Debbie Peterson, Cindy Luehman and Kristi Ottosen. The funeral service for Helen Peterson will be held at Zion Lutheran Church, in Turtle Lake, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Sunday, from 1 until 3
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Sept. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-sept-6-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Sept. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-sept-6-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Sept. 6, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-sept-6-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The rising number of fatal ATV and UTV crashes are preventable, says the DNR; -- Western Wisconsin’s Dairland Power Cooperative will receive 580 million dollars in federal grants; -- A benefit is this weekend for a young girl battling a rare heart condition; --
- [Alethea Frisinger](https://fox99.com/alethea-frisinger/) - Alethea Frisinger, 22, of Cameron, passed away on September 1. She is survived by her mother, Robin Frisinger; and brother, Ethan Frisinger. The service for Alethea Frisinger will be held at Raush & Steel Funeral Chapel, in Barron, on Saturday at 1 p.m. Visitation is from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday at the
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-sept-5-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A student accidentally brought a gun to the Chippewa Falls Middle School, authorities say; -- President Joe Biden visits southwest Wisconsin today; -- Tribal advocates push for medical marijuana; -- and the DNR will pay for pinecones. These stories and more on today's local
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-sept-5-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-sept-5-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [Gun found at Chippewa Falls school](https://fox99.com/gun-found-at-chippewa-falls-school/) - CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WRN) -- An unloaded gun was found in a student's backpack at Chippewa Falls Middle School this week. The cased and unloaded gun was found in a student's bag on Wednesday. The student told staff they accidentally grabbed a parent's backpack instead of their own when getting out of the car at
- [Biden promotes administration's rural electrification funding in Wisconsin](https://fox99.com/biden-promotes-administrations-rural-electrification-funding-in-wisconsin/) - WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden returns to southwest Wisconsin to make good on his promise to provide new investments in rural electrification and other infrastructure. Biden will be in Westby on Thursday to announce $7.3 billion in investments for 16 cooperatives that will provide electricity for rural areas across 23 states. The intent is
- [Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sues to remove himself from Wisconsin's presidential ballot](https://fox99.com/robert-f-kennedy-jr-sues-to-remove-himself-from-wisconsins-presidential-ballot/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has filed a lawsuit in Wisconsin trying to get his name removed from the battleground state’s presidential ballot after the state elections commission voted to keep him on it. Kennedy suspended his campaign in August and endorsed Republican candidate Donald Trump. Kennedy also filed a lawsuit in
- [A push to legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin begins](https://fox99.com/a-push-to-legalize-medical-marijuana-in-wisconsin-begins/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Tribal advocates were at the State Capitol Tuesday to introduce a campaign called Wisconsin Wellness to promote the medicinal uses of cannabis. Rob Pero is the founder of a Native American hemp company in Cambridge named Canndigenous. “We’ve been sort of stuck in the middle of Prohibition Island here between these
- [Evers continues annual Back to School tour](https://fox99.com/evers-continues-annual-back-to-school-tour/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- With his annual Back-To-School Tour underway, Governor Tony Evers is hopeful a number of school districts across the state can get local referendums passed. "Frankly, some of those referendum are just getting money so that they can keep the doors open. And to me, that's not a good thing," Evers said.
- [Governor Evers declares September College Savings Month in Wisconsin](https://fox99.com/governor-evers-declares-september-college-savings-month-in-wisconsin/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- September is College Savings Month in Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers made that proclamation Tuesday. A release from the governor said higher education plays a critical role in recruiting, retaining and training talented workers for the state’s economic well-being. Evers added that a college education should be affordable and accessible for all
- [DNR wants your pinecones](https://fox99.com/dnr-wants-your-pinecones/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Biologists at the D N R want your pinecones. The Department of Natural Resources is paying by the bushel for red pine and white pine cones. That's to help with reforestation efforts in parts of the state hit by drought and wildfires. They're looking for cones harvested from natural areas and
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-sept-5-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A student accidentally brought a gun to the Chippewa Falls Middle School, authorities say; -- President Joe Biden visits southwest Wisconsin today; -- Tribal advocates push for medical marijuana; -- and the DNR will pay for pinecones. These stories and more on today's local
- [Merwin Moen](https://fox99.com/merwin-moen/) - Merwin Moen, 87, of St. Croix Falls and formerly of Comstock, passed away on September 1. He is survived by his daughter, Suzanne Gaudette. The funeral service for Merwin Moen will be held at Christ Lutheran Church, in Pipe Lake, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Friday at the
- [Dorothy “Dee” Harms](https://fox99.com/dorothy-dee-harms/) - Dorothy “Dee” Harms, 90, passed away on August 5. She is survived by a daughter, three sons and two brothers. The funeral service for Dorothy Harms will be held at First Lutheran Church, in Rice Lake, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Saturday at the church.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-sept-4-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A woman killed while walking on Highway 40 near Bruce late Sunday; -- Two riders on a motorcycle injured after colliding with a deer near Weyerhaeuser; -- Drivers, watch out for students going to and heading home from school; -- and the DNR says
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-sept-4-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-sept-4-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [Pedestrian struck, killed by vehicle near Bruce](https://fox99.com/pedestrian-struck-killed-by-vehicle-near-bruce/) - BRUCE, Wis. (WJMC) -- A young woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle on Highway 40, north of Bruce late Sunday. Rusk County Sheriff Jeff Wallace said 22-year-old Alethea R. Frisinger was struck by a northbound vehicle, which caused her to be thrown into the east ditch. She was pronounced deceased at the
- [Deer-motorcycle crash near Weyerhaeuser on Sunday](https://fox99.com/deer-motorcycle-crash-near-weyerhaeuser-on-sunday/) - A motorcycle-versus-deer crash Sunday afternoon in Rusk County has left two people injured. The sheriff’s office said the crash happened on County Highway F, about five miles south of Weyerhaeuser just after 12:15 p.m. Two riders were injured and airlifted to the hospital. No names have been released.
- [Drivers need to keep school kids safe](https://fox99.com/drivers-need-to-keep-school-kids-safe/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Kids around Wisconsin are back in school this week. Wisconsin law enforcement agencies are asking drivers to keep those kids in mind by being alert and cautious, putting down the phone, obeying posted speed limits and sharing the road with young pedestrians. According to research by the National Safety Council, most
- [President Biden’s western Wisconsin stop will be in Westby](https://fox99.com/president-bidens-western-wisconsin-stop-will-be-in-westby/) - WESTBY, Wis. (WRN) -- President Joe Biden will be in western Wisconsin Thursday. The White House says the president’s stop in Westby just outside of La Crosse will have Biden highlighting his policies to lower prescription drug costs and encourage renewable energy and advanced manufacturing. Biden’s trip will be his first to Wisconsin since stepping
- [DNR says wild rice harvest shows below average outlook](https://fox99.com/dnr-says-wild-rice-harvest-shows-below-average-outlook/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Northern Wisconsin's wild rice crop harvest is below average this year. The Department of Natural Resources says a mild winter last year and heavy storms in mid-June appear to have set back wild rice production this year in the northern part of the state. Wild rice harvesting is open to all
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-sept-4-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A woman killed while walking on Highway 40 near Bruce late Sunday; -- Two riders on a motorcycle injured after colliding with a deer near Weyerhaeuser; -- Drivers, watch out for students going to and heading home from school; -- and the DNR says
- [Captain Michael Slifer](https://fox99.com/captain-michael-slifer/) - Captain Michael Slifer, 54, of Florence, Oregon, passed away on August 14. The funeral service for Michael Slifer will be held at First Baptist Church, in Chetek, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10:30 until 11 a.m. on Friday at the church.
- [Gordon Galetka](https://fox99.com/gordon-galetka/) - Gordon Galetka, 86, passed away on August 31. He is survived by his children, Gregory Galetka, Linda Coe, Judy Hedler and Nancy Avery; and siblings, Joann Duddles, Marilyn Krueger, John Galetka, GayAnn Wroblewski, Patrick Galetka, Mike Galetka, Lenore Lawton and Gloria Galetka. The Mass of Christian burial for Gordon Galetka will be held at St.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-sept-3-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Two people were killed and a third injured in a crash near Webster early Saturday morning; -- Police investigate a shooting homicide discovered Thursday in Eau Claire; -- The National Weather Service confirms two tornadoes touched down last week; -- and Hunt Hill Nature
- [Single-vehicle crash kills two, injures one on East Bear Lake Road near Webster](https://fox99.com/single-vehicle-crash-kills-two-injures-one-on-east-bear-lake-road-near-webster/) - WEBSTER, Wis. (WJMC) -- Two Minnesota residents were killed and another person injured in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning in Burnett County. The crash was reported by OnStar, just after 2 a.m. Saturday. Chief Deputy Jameson Wiltrout said a vehicle was traveling on East Bass Lake Road, north of Webster, when it left the
- [Woman shot and killed in Eau Claire](https://fox99.com/woman-shot-and-killed-in-eau-claire/) - EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WRN) -- A 56-year-old woman was shot in killed in Eau Claire. During a welfare check at a home there Thursday evening, police officers found the body of Michelle L. Jenkins with multiple gunshot wounds. No suspects have been identified as an investigation into the homicide is underway.
- [NWS confirms two western Wisconsin tornadoes](https://fox99.com/nws-confirms-two-western-wisconsin-tornadoes/) - Two Thursday evening tornadoes that touched down in western Wisconsin have been confirmed. According to the Twin Cities National Weather Service office, one of the twisters touched down near Beldenville in Pierce County. The other hit land on Interstate 94 near the village of Wilson in St. Croix County. Both were EF-0 tornadoes with wind
- [WPS awards grants to first responder agencies](https://fox99.com/wps-awards-grants-to-first-responder-agencies/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- First responder agencies across the state are getting a boost thanks to grant funding from the Wisconsin Public Service Foundation. WPS Spokesperson Matt Cullen says the Rewarding Responder Grants are part of a commitment to public safety for everyone. "Often times our personnel are working side by side with our police
- [DHS introducing new steps to curb fatal drug overdoses](https://fox99.com/dhs-introducing-new-steps-to-curb-fatal-drug-overdoses/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is making new investments to reduce fatal drug overdoses. Director of Substance Use Initiatives Michelle Haese says they're adding more public health vending machines, which have been successful. "Creating that low barrier access, that confidential access, and sometimes it's beyond business hours. Access to life
- [Northwoods League alerts fans of data breach](https://fox99.com/northwoods-league-alerts-fans-of-data-breach/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- If you went to a Northwoods League game this season, your data might have been stolen. The League, which includes the Wisconsin Woodchucks and the Madison Mallards, announced last week someone had gotten into its online ticket system this summer. The hacker got access to names, emails, phone numbers and credit
- [Beasts and Beer: Whitetail deer presentation](https://fox99.com/4395-2/) - SARONA, Wis. (WJMC) -- A program about Wisconsin Whitetail deer is Wednesday at Fire Away Roadhouse, between Cameron and Chetek. Hosted by Hunt Hill Nature Center, as part of their Beasts and Beer series. Melissa Ginger, program coordinator with Hunt Hill Nature Center, says DNR wildlife biologist Eddie Bruntvedt will talk about deer health, including
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-sept-3-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Two people were killed and a third injured in a crash near Webster early Saturday morning; -- Police investigate a shooting homicide discovered Thursday in Eau Claire; -- The National Weather Service confirms two tornadoes touched down last week; -- and Hunt Hill Nature
- [Rosemary Davis](https://fox99.com/rosemary-davis/) - Rosemary Davis, 73, of Cumberland, passed away on August 27. She is survived by her mother, Rosemary Davis; and siblings, Bruce Davis, Katherine Davis, Karen Jergenson. The private family funeral service for Rosemary Davis will be held Thursday.
- [Arden Litwiller](https://fox99.com/arden-litwiller/) - Arden Litwiller, 85, of Barron, passed away on August 29. He is survived by sons Kim and Wendell Litwiller, and daughters Brenda Nichols, Jennifer Smith, and Jessica Johnson. Funeral services for Arden Litwiller will be at the Barron Mennonite Church in Barron on Tuesday, at 10:30 am. Visitation will be from 4 until 7 p.m.
- [Patsy Haney](https://fox99.com/patsy-haney/) - Patsy Haney, 82, of Aurora, Illinois, passed away on August 29. She is survived by her sons, Eric and Sean Haney; a sister, Suzanne Baker; and a brother, Larry Dale Sullivan. A private celebration of life will be held for Patsy Haney.
- [Roxann Jennings](https://fox99.com/roxann-jennings/) - Roxann Jennings, 54, of Wauwatosa, passed away on June 28. She is survived by her husband, Mike Rye; daughter, Erin Rye-Jennings; brother, Michal Jennings; and sister, Kristen Jennings. The celebration of life for Roxann Jennings will be held at Skinner Funeral Home, in Cumberland, on Friday from 1 until 4 p.m. with a time of
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-aug-29-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- COVID levels spike with the start of the school year; -- We look at the Labor Day travel forecast; -- Keep safety in mind when boating this weekend; -- and NFL Draft corn mazes open in September. These stories and more on today's local
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-aug-29-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-aug-29-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-aug-29-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Milltown’s community center burned down Monday evening; -- The man killed in a crash near Luck last weekend has been named; -- Keep safety in mind when boating this weekend; -- and NFL Draft corn mazes open in September. These stories and more on
- [Donald Vanderhyde](https://fox99.com/donald-vanderhyde/) - Donald Vanderhyde, 95, of Madge, passed away on August 12. He is survived by his children, Lucy Braeckman, Jeff Vanderhyde, Tammy Washkuhn and Kevin Vanderhyde. The celebration of life for Donald Vanderhyde will be held at Madge Town Hall on Saturday from 12 until 4 p.m.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-aug-28-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The Milltown Community Center was lost to a fire on Monday; -- The victim has been named in Saturday's fatal crash near Luck; -- A Siren man sentenced for a fatal shooting last September; -- and the state aims to match federal standards for
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-aug-28-2024-2/)
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-wednesday-aug-28-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-wednesday-aug-28-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-aug-28-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Siren man sentenced for a fatal shooting last September; -- Former president Donald Trump visits La Crosse tomorrow; -- RFK Jr. and Jill Stein will remain on November’s ballots; -- and the state aims to match federal standards for PFAs levels in public
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-aug-27-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Names have been released from the vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash near Minong; -- Monday’s storms downed trees and powerlines in Sawyer County and southeast Barron County; -- and gas prices reach their lowest of the summer. These stories and more on today's local newscast.
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-aug-27-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A two-vehicle crash killed a passenger at the intersection of Highway 48 and County Highway I near Luck; -- Names have been released from the vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash near Minong; -- Monday’s storms downed trees and powerlines in Sawyer County and southeast Barron County; --
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Aug. 26, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-aug-26-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A pedestrian and an SUV passenger killed in separate traffic crashes this weekend; -- An excessive heat advisory and warning for northwest Wisconsin today; -- A missing Danbury man was found safe in Minnesota; -- and West Nile Virus found in a Marquette County
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Aug. 26, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-aug-26-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- An excessive heat advisory and warning for northwest Wisconsin today; -- A missing Danbury man was found safe in Minnesota; -- and West Nile Virus found in a Marquette County horse. These stories and more on today's local newscast.
- [CN Rail lockout ends, local impact likely averted](https://fox99.com/cn-rail-lockout-ends-local-impact-likely-averted/) - TORONTO, CANADA, (AP / WJMC) -- A labor lockout by Canadian National railways and Canadian Pacific Kansas City railways has ended less than 17 hours after it started. The Canadian federal government stepped in to end the lockout over a union contract dispute and ordered the companies and union into binding arbitration. The lockout halted
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Aug. 23, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-aug-23-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Its Rutabaga Fest in Cumberland this weekend; -- Canadian National Railway grinds to a halt with lockouts; -- WisDOT gives $177 million for road projects statewide; -- and the invasive zigzag sawfly has been found in the state. These stories and more on today's
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Aug. 23, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-aug-23-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Friday, Aug. 23, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-friday-aug-23-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [92nd annual Rutabaga Fest in Cumberland](https://fox99.com/92nd-annual-rutabaga-fest-in-cumberland/) - CUMBERLAND, Wis. (WJMC) -- Today through Sunday, area visitors can join in and celebrate Cumberland's 92nd Rutabaga Fest. The weekend includes such events as the hot pepper eating contest, the FFA Baga pedal tractor contest, the grand parade on Sunday, and live music from Hitchville, Molly and the Danger Band, and the Dweebs. Paul Nelson
- [Two Canadian railways lockout workers](https://fox99.com/two-canadian-railways-lockout-workers/) - TORONTO, Canada (WRN) -- Two major Canadian railways that serve Wisconsin have stopped operations during a labor dispute. Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City Southern locked out union workers this week ahead of a possible strike by the Teamsters. Management claims the move prevents a later strike by the Union during the busier fall
- [Evers, DOT announce over $177 million for statewide road projects](https://fox99.com/evers-dot-announce-over-177-million-for-statewide-road-projects/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- More than $177 million in additional funding is being released for road improvement projects across Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced 76 Surface Transportation Projects will get funded. The governor and WisDOT say $200 million will be used for more than 150 local road and bridge
- [DNR says new invasive species spreading across Wisconsin](https://fox99.com/dnr-says-new-invasive-species-spreading-across-wisconsin/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A new invasive species is spreading across Wisconsin. The Department of Natural Resources says eastern Asia’s elm zigzag sawfly was first detected in the U.S. three years ago and was first seen in the state on July 4th in Portage County. The insect, named for the zigzag pattern its caterpillars chew
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Aug. 23, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-aug-23-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Its Rutabaga Fest in Cumberland this weekend; -- Canadian National Railway grinds to a halt with lockouts; -- There’s a new free direct tax filing option for Wisconsin residents; -- and the invasive zigzag sawfly has been found in the state. These stories and
- [Wisconsin joining new tax filing program](https://fox99.com/wisconsin-joining-new-tax-filing-program/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin will join a new tax filing program for 2025. The Internal Revenue Service's Direct File program gives eligible Wisconsin taxpayers an option to file state and federal taxes online directly with the IRS for free. According to the U.S. Department of Treasury, the average taxpayer spends about 13 hours and
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-aug-22-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Wisconsin residents can use a new tax filing program for 2025; -- Residents and local leaders oppose a proposed detour during work on the Chetek Long Bridge; -- Sen. Ron Johnson says Harris “doesn’t have a clue” on economic matters; -- and the Department
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-aug-22-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
- [SPORTSCAST - Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024](https://fox99.com/sportscast-thursday-aug-22-2024/) - Today's sportscast.
- [Chetek Long Bridge detour opposed by many](https://fox99.com/chetek-long-bridge-detour-opposed-by-many/) - CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) -- Chetek residents and local officials have voiced their objections to a proposed 18-mile construction detour around the Chetek Long Bridge. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation plans to do repair work to the bridge deck and structure in the spring or summer of 2026. At an informational online meeting Wednesday morning, Dexter
- [Johnson says Harris "doesn't have a clue" about private sector](https://fox99.com/johnson-says-harris-doesnt-have-a-clue-about-private-sector/) - CHICAGO, Ill. (WRN) -- U.S. Senator Ron Johnson says there’s a stark contrast between the economic knowledge of Democrats, and Republicans and former President Donald Trump. “They think all the answers come from government, and you can tell right now by what very few proposals that Kamala Harris has put on the table. She doesn't
- [Racine DNC delegate on Harris-Walz appeal, and voters who need to be reached](https://fox99.com/racine-dnc-delegate-on-harris-walz-appeal-and-voters-who-need-to-be-reached/) - CHICAGO, Ill. (WRN) -- A Wisconsin delegate to the Democratic National Convention says the ticket of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has charged up the party. “I am excited for everybody, because we have two people that are for everybody, and they want to do good for the United States of
- [DNR announces new tool for monitoring water quality](https://fox99.com/dnr-announces-new-tool-for-monitoring-water-quality/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) The Department of Natural Resources unveils a new tool to help monitor water quality. The Wisconsin Water Explorer is a web-based tool that can help residents address concerns about the quality of water in their local lakes or rivers. The tool makes scientific data analysis accessible to the public and provides insights
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-aug-22-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A Spooner man was arrested by the Washburn County Special Response Team on Tuesday; -- Residents and local leaders oppose a proposed detour during work on the Chetek Long Bridge; -- Sen. Ron Johnson says Harris “doesn’t have a clue” on economic matters; --
- [Delores Bjugstad](https://fox99.com/delores-bjugstad/) - Delores Bjugstad, 93, of Rice Lake, passed away on August 11. She is survived by her daughters, Sonja Crotteau, Pam Anderson and Lisa Long. The funeral service for Delores Bjugstad will be held at Faith Lutheran Church, in Cameron, on Saturday at 3 p.m. Visitation is 1 until 3 p.m. on Saturday at the church.
- [Eugene “Buzz” Olson](https://fox99.com/eugene-buzz-olson/) - Eugene “Buzz” Olson, 87, of Barron and formerly of Prairie Farm, passed away on August 17. The funeral service for Eugene Olson will be held at First Lutheran Church, in Barron, on Saturday at 1 p.m. Visitation is 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday at the church.
- [Eleanor Heinze](https://fox99.com/eleanor-heinze/) - Eleanor Heinze, 94, of Haugen, passed away on August 17. She is survived by her children, James Heinze, Eugene Heinze, John Heinze, Robert Heinze and Linda Putz. The Mass of Christian burial for Eleanor Heinze will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, in Haugen, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Thursday, from 4
- [Robert Gerber](https://fox99.com/robert-gerber-2/) - Robert Gerber, 85, of Rice Lake, passed away on June 5. He is survived by his son, Chris Gerber; daughter, Stacy Delacruz; and sister, Kathy Endersbee. The memorial service for Robert Gerber will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church, in Rice Lake, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 9 until 11 a.m. on Saturday
- [Spooner man arrested by Washburn SRT](https://fox99.com/spooner-man-arrested-by-washburn-srt/) - SPOONER, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Washburn County Special Response Team was called out Tuesday to take a man into custody. Spooner Police Chief Mike Kronberger said police officers and sheriff’s deputies attempted to take into custody 41-year-old Joseph C. Harris, of Spooner. He was wanted for a domestic incident and a Department of Corrections warrant.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-wednesday-aug-21-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The state issues workforce task force recommendations for the health care industry; -- Menomonie Police and EMS are conducting training exercises at Mayo Clinic today; -- and UW President Jay Rothman proposes extending the Tuition Promise Program; These stories and more on today's local
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- [Evers releases Healthcare Workforce report](https://fox99.com/evers-releases-healthcare-workforce-report/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Governor Tony Evers' healthcare workforce task force has recommendations to help address challenges facing the industry. Lieutenant Governor Sarah Rodriguez says those include ways to increase grant funding to employers. "There are grant programs that we would be able to administer that gives dollars to healthcare systems that are willing to
- [Police presence at training at Menomonie Mayo Clinic](https://fox99.com/police-presence-at-training-at-menomonie-mayo-clinic/) - MENOMONIE, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Menomonie Police Department is conducting training today and police say don’t be alarmed if you see an increased presence at Mayo Clinic in Menomonie. Police and EMS services are conducting two mass casualty training exercises behind the clinic. The exercises are not open to the public.
- [Kaul warns against future efforts similar to 2020 false elector schemes](https://fox99.com/kaul-warns-against-future-efforts-similar-to-2020-false-elector-schemes/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul warns that efforts akin to the Republican false elector scheme of 2020 would be subject to Department of Justice scrutiny. In an interview with WisPolitics, Kaul said anyone behind such efforts would be held accountable. "We also are clear that if there are efforts to intimidate
- [UW system President introduces 25-27 budget request](https://fox99.com/uw-system-president-introduces-25-27-budget-request/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman proposes an additional $855 million in state aid in his two-year budget. Rothman says his 2025-27 budget proposal would allow the UW System to shed its ranking of 43rd among 50 states in public funding and reach the national median. Rothman says it will take
- [Harley Davidson dials back DEI](https://fox99.com/harley-davidson-dials-back-dei/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- Harley-Davidson says its is done with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. In a Monday statement posted to ‘X’, the Milwaukee based motorcycle manufacturer said it has had no "DEI function" since April of this year, has no hiring quotas and no longer has supplier diversity goals. Harley said it will no
- [AM NEWSCAST - Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-wednesday-aug-21-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- The state issues workforce task force recommendations for the health care industry; -- Menomonie Police and EMS are conducting training exercises at Mayo Clinic today; -- UW President Jay Rothman proposes extending the Tuition Promise Program; -- And Lehman’s Supper Club celebrated 90 years
- [Louis Reetz III](https://fox99.com/louis-reetz-iii/) - Louis Reetz III, 74, of Sand Creek, passed away on August 12. He is survived by his daughters, Tracy Cowley and Stephanie Moerke; sisters, Barbara Reetz and Mary Reetz; and brother, John Reetz. The memorial service for Louis Reetz will be held at White Pine Pavilion, in Bloomer, on Friday at 12 p.m. Visitation is
- [Darcel Hafele](https://fox99.com/darcel-hafele/) - Darcel Hafele, 68, of Ridgeland, passed away on August 18. She is survived by her husband, Tim; daughter, Kristin Chadwick; sister, Kris Broten; and brothers, Kevin Roemhild, Jeff Roemhild and Scott Roemhild. The funeral service for Darcel Hafele will be held at United Lutheran Church, in Prairie Farm, on Friday at 2:30 p.m. Visitation is
- [LeRoy Meyer](https://fox99.com/leroy-meyer/) - LeRoy Meyer, of 87, of Amery, passed away on August 17. The funeral service for LeRoy Meyer will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Amery, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Friday at the church.
- [Diane Peterson](https://fox99.com/diane-peterson/) - Diane Peterson, 83, of Rice Lake, passed away on August 12. She is survived by her husband, Vern Peterson; children, Dawn Harwell and Philip Peterson; sisters, Shirley Rosenbush, Janice Aune, Nancy Timm and Lynnette Lyndholm; and brother, Donald Henrickson. The funeral service for Diane Peterson will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church, in Rice Lake,
- [Lehman’s 90th celebration held Sunday, Aug. 18](https://fox99.com/lehmans-90th-celebration-held-sunday-aug-18/) - RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Sunday, Aug. 18, marked the 90th anniversary of Lehman’s Supper Club in Rice Lake. Owners Butch and Trudy Lehman hosted an all-day party with complimentary food and drinks, live music, guest bartenders, and fireworks. Family, friends, guests and past and current employees packed the event, sharing stories and their appreciation
- [PM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-tuesday-aug-20-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A woman died in a house fire in Ladysmith Sunday morning; -- Residents petition against a detour during repair work on Chetek’s Long Bridge; -- Base Camp at Mt. Telemark Village opened last weekend; -- and Rice Lake's Lehman's Supper Club celebrated 90 years
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- [Woman killed in Ladysmith house fire](https://fox99.com/woman-killed-in-ladysmith-house-fire/) - LADYSMITH, Wis. (WRN) -- A fatal house fire early Sunday morning in northwest Wisconsin. Firefighters in Ladysmith saw black smoke coming from an upstairs window of the home when they arrived at the scene. The fire was brought under control within an hour-and-a-half. A 35-year-old woman was found dead inside the home. Five other people
- [Two Saturday evening crashes result in investigations, possible charges for drivers](https://fox99.com/two-saturday-evening-crashes-result-in-investigations-possible-charges-for-drivers/) - BARRON COUNTY, Wis. (WJMC) -- Two rollover crashes Saturday evening in Barron County, and the drivers could face enforcement action, says Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald. A vehicle lost control and rolled on County Highway W, west of Cameron at 7 p.m. on Saturday. The driver, a 42-year-old woman from Balsam Lake, was ejected. She
- [Repair project planned for Chetek’s Long Bridge in 2026](https://fox99.com/repair-project-planned-for-cheteks-long-bridge-in-2026/) - CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) -- A project to rehabilitate Chetek’s Long Bridge is planned for the spring and summer of 2026. Built in 1972, with a new concrete deck installed in 1991, the Wisconsin DOT says repairs and maintenance are now needed on the road deck, piers, abutments, railings and sidewalk. This work will extend the
- [Base Camp opens at Telemark Village](https://fox99.com/base-camp-opens-at-telemark-village/) - CABLE, Wis. (WJMC) -- Base Camp has officially opened at the grounds of the Birkie trailhead. Mt. Telemark Village welcomed nearly 500 guests Saturday for the grand opening of Base Camp, while celebrating over 50 years of visitors at the home of the former resort in Cable. The building includes a great room with fireplace
- [AM NEWSCAST - Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-tuesday-aug-20-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A woman died in a house fire in Ladysmith Sunday morning; -- Charges for a Spooner man after a fatal UTV crash near Hertel on Saturday; -- Residents petition against a detour during repair work on Chetek’s Long Bridge; -- And Base Camp at
- [Woman killed, man charged after UTV rollover near Hertel, Saturday night](https://fox99.com/woman-killed-man-charged-after-utv-rollover-near-hertel-saturday-night/) - HERTEL, Wis. (WJMC) -- A Spooner man is in jail, charged with negligent manslaughter, after a UTV crash Saturday night that left one woman dead. Burnett County Sheriff Tracy Finch said police and emergency responders were called to Shrider Road, near Hertel, for a UTV rollover crash at 11:45 p.m. Saturday. Two people were trapped
- [PM NEWSCAST - Monday, Aug. 19, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-monday-aug-19-2024/) - pm This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A woman is dead and a man arrested after a UTV crash near Hertel on Saturday; -- A couple lost their house and belongings in a house fire in rural Chetek on Friday; -- Beware of scammers using your voice from videos shared
- [Vera (Nelson) Strobel](https://fox99.com/vera-nelson-strobel/) - Vera (Nelson) Strobel, 90, of Chetek, passed away on August 13. She is survived by her husband, Tom; son, Steve; and daughter, Lori McCormick. The mass for Vera Strobel will be held at St. Boniface Catholic Church, in Chetek, on Thursday at 11 a.m.
- [Fire destroys house south of Chetek on Friday](https://fox99.com/fire-destroys-house-south-of-chetek-on-friday/) - CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) -- A fire destroyed a house in rural Chetek on Friday afternoon. A caller reported the fire just after 12:40 p.m., Friday, in the 2200 block of 1-1/2 Avenue, about five miles south of Chetek. No one was inside the house and attached garage, which was was fully ablaze. Sand Creek Fire
- [Scammers are using social media videos to copy your voice, says BBB](https://fox99.com/scammers-are-using-social-media-videos-to-copy-your-voice-says-bbb/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Check who you're sharing your videos with on social media. Wisconsin Better Business Bureau president Jim Temmer says criminals have been using audio from videos to fake people's voices in scam calls. "If you put anything out there that has your voice in it, if it's not very long, I forget
- [Evers' transportation secretary will resign in September to take job at UW-Madison](https://fox99.com/evers-transportation-secretary-will-resign-in-september-to-take-job-at-uw-madison/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers' transportation secretary plans to resign next month to take a job at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The governor's office announced Friday that Craig Thompson will leave his post on Sept. 11 to take a position as vice chancellor for university relations at the state's flagship university. Evers appointed
- [Evers ready for DNC this week](https://fox99.com/evers-ready-for-dnc-this-week/) - CHICAGO, Ill. (WRN) -- Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers is in Chicago for this week’s Democratic National Convention “It's very exciting. And you know, bringing people together and being able to hear directly from the folks that are running for president and vice president," Evers said. While the DNC is in Chicago, there will be plenty
- [Election officials keep Green Party presidential candidate on Wisconsin ballot](https://fox99.com/election-officials-keep-green-party-presidential-candidate-on-wisconsin-ballot/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin election officials have decided to allow the Green Party's presidential candidate to remain on the battleground state's ballot. A Democratic National Committee employee filed a complaint with the Wisconsin Elections Commission on Wednesday seeking to keep Jill Stein off the ballot. Her appearance on the ballot could make a difference
- [Brewers try again with updated parking system](https://fox99.com/brewers-try-again-with-updated-parking-system/) - MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) -- The Milwaukee Brewers are giving their updated parking system another try. The parking app was launched for the home opener in April but was shut down due to connectivity issues. The Brewers have chosen some select parking lots around the stadium for the system reboot. It allows for fans to drive
- [AM NEWSCAST - Monday, Aug. 19, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-monday-aug-19-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A couple lost their house and belongings in a house fire in rural Chetek on Friday; -- Beware of scammers using your voice from videos shared to social media; -- Wisconsin’s Transportation Secretary steps down for a job at UW-Madison; -- And the Brewer’s
- [Ruth Nutt](https://fox99.com/ruth-nutt/) - Ruth Nutt, 87, passed away on August 13. The funeral service for Ruth Nutt will be held at First Baptist Church, in Webster, on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Visitation is from 10 until 11 a.m. on Wednesday at the church.
- [Original Green Bay Packers organizing document up for auction](https://fox99.com/original-green-bay-packers-organizing-document-up-for-auction/) - GREEN BAY, Wis. (WRN) -- A historic document in Wisconsin sports is up for auction. It’s the Green Bay Packers NFL Membership Certificate from circa 1923. Heritage Auctions says the certificate first emerged over a decade ago from the estate of early NFL president Joe Carr. A slightly scaled-down color reproduction is on display at
- [Tribe and environmental groups urge Wisconsin officials to rule against relocating pipeline](https://fox99.com/tribe-and-environmental-groups-urge-wisconsin-officials-to-rule-against-relocating-pipeline/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A tribal leader and conservationists urged state officials to reject plans to relocate part of an aging northern Wisconsin pipeline, warning that the threat of a catastrophic spill would still exist along the new route. The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa sued in 2019 to force Enbridge to remove
- [The wife of Republican Wisconsin US Senate candidate Hovde takes aim at female Democratic incumbent](https://fox99.com/the-wife-of-republican-wisconsin-us-senate-candidate-hovde-takes-aim-at-female-democratic-incumbent/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The wife of Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde is taking center stage in her husband’s campaign in the days after he secured the party nomination. Sharon Hovde directly has attacked Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin in a television ad released Thursday about single mothers. The race between two-term incumbent Baldwin and
- [Charles “Chuck” Sandmann](https://fox99.com/charles-chuck-sandmann/) - Charles “Chuck” Sandmann, 86, of Barron, passed away on August 13. He is survived by his sons, Daren and Dennis; and brothers, Bob and Hubert. The funeral service for Chuck Sandmann will be held at First Baptist Church, in Barron, on Monday at 11 a.m. Visitation is Sunday, from 4 until 7 p.m., at Rausch
- [Robert “Bob” Cairns](https://fox99.com/robert-bob-cairns/) - Robert “Bob” Cairns, 85, of Frederic, passed away on August 13. The funeral service for Robert Cairns will be held at Lakeview Methodist Church, in Shell Lake, on Friday at 11 a.m. Visitation is 10 until 11 a.m. on Friday at the church.
- [Rhoda Baldwin](https://fox99.com/rhoda-baldwin/) - Rhoda Baldwin, 81, of Dallas, passed away on August 15. She is survived by her husband, Amos “Butch” Baldwin; son, Michael; and two brothers and two sisters. A private family service will be held for Rhoda Baldwin.
- [PM NEWSCAST - Friday, Aug. 16, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-friday-aug-16-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Names have been released of the driver killed and driver injured in a head-on collision on Highway 53 on Wednesday; -- The pilot injured in a crash in Chetek Wednesday has been named; -- Local sheriff’s departments warn of an uptick in scam calls
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday, Aug. 16](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-friday-aug-16/) - Today's funeral announcements.
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- [Names released from fatal Hwy 53 crash near Haugen](https://fox99.com/names-released-from-fatal-hwy-53-crash-near-haugen/) - HAUGEN, Wis. (WJMC) -- Names have been released of the driver killed and the driver injured in a head-on collision on Highway 53 near Haugen on Wednesday. The State Patrol said the driver killed was 71-year-old Ira Luplow, of Menominee, Michigan. He was driving south in the construction zone on Highway 53, around 5:30 p.m.,
- [Pilot named in Chetek airport crash](https://fox99.com/pilot-named-in-chetek-airport-crash/) - CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) -- The name of the pilot injured in a crash at the Chetek Airport has been released. The Chetek Police Department identified the pilot as 34-year-old Travis Turner, of Cameron. Turner was airlifted with nonlifethreatening injuries after his Piper Cherokee Six single-engine airplane crashed during takeoff at the airport on Wednesday afternoon.
- [Uptick in scam calls, messages, local sheriffs departments report](https://fox99.com/uptick-in-scam-calls-messages-local-sheriffs-departments-report/) - CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. (WJMC) -- The Washburn County Sheriff’s Department and the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office report an uptick in scam calls. Reports say a New Auburn resident got a call spoofing the old number for the New Auburn Police Department, with the scammer claiming the resident had an active warrant. Authorities say stop, take
- [Baldwin touts lower prescription drug prices](https://fox99.com/baldwin-touts-lower-prescription-drug-prices/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) -- Amidst her reelection campaign, US Senator Tammy Baldwin is touting lower prescription drug prices under the Inflation Reduction Act. Baldwin says people have had to make sacrifices in order to pay for medication. "I remember meeting somebody who was turning down her heat in the winter to cut energy costs so
- [WILL sues DMV over denied personalized plate](https://fox99.com/will-sues-dmv-over-denied-personalized-plate/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A First Amendment challenge to Wisconsin's personalized license plate restrictions. The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty is asking a judge to strike down the state law that allows the DMV to ban license plates that are deemed 'objectionable.' The group's lawyers say people have a First Amendment right to personalize
- [DNR approves Elk Management plan](https://fox99.com/dnr-approves-elk-management-plan/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources approves the 2023-2024 Elk Management plan. The DNR says the plan will guide management at a statewide level to ensure a healthy, robust and sustainable elk population. Key updates include creating one continuous elk hunting season, expanding the boundaries of elk management zones, and establishing
- [Cops on a Rooftop to raise money for Special Olympics, Law Enforcement Torch Run](https://fox99.com/cops-on-a-rooftop-to-raise-money-for-special-olympics-law-enforcement-torch-run/) - If you see cops on the rooftop of Dunkin Donuts in Rice Lake today, don’t be alarmed. Rice Lake Police Officer Andy Jondreau said it’s fundraising for charitable causes. “Different communities have it. Pretty much everyplace there is a Dunkin, once a year they’ll do Cop on a Rooftop," Jondreau said. "It’s just to raise
- [AM NEWSCAST - Friday, Aug. 16, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-friday-aug-16-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- Names have been released of the driver killed and driver injured in a head-on collision on Highway 53 on Wednesday; -- The pilot injured in a crash in Chetek Wednesday has been named; -- Local sheriff’s departments warn of an uptick in scam calls
- [Cyanda Price](https://fox99.com/cyanda-price/) - Cyanda Price, 33, of Torrance, California, and formerly of Eau Claire, passed away on August 10. She is survived by her daughter, Athena Grosskreutz; mother, Renee Price; sisters, Ann Price and Lea Price; and brothers, Joshua Price, Tyler Price and Rowdy Hamilton. The celebration of life for Cyanda Price will be held at a later
- [PM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024](https://fox99.com/pm-newscast-thursday-aug-15-2024/) - This afternoon's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A motorist was killed by a wrong-way driver on Highway 53 near Haugen on Wednesday evening; -- A pilot was injured when his plane crashed at the Chetek Airport, Wednesday afternoon; -- US Senate candidates Eric Hovde and incumbent Tammy Baldwin take aim at
- [FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024](https://fox99.com/funeral-announcements-thursday-aug-15-2024/) - Today's funeral announcements.
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- [Driver killed by wrong-way driver in construction zone on Highway 53 near Haugen](https://fox99.com/driver-killed-by-wrong-way-driver-in-construction-zone-on-highway-53-near-haugen/) - HAUGEN, Wis. (WRN) -- A driver was killed in a head-on collision in a construction zone on Highway 53, Wednesday evening. The state patrol said the crash happened just before 5:30 p.m., south of Haugen, in a construction zone where the north and southbound traffic are bidirectional in the northbound corridor and separated by orange
- [Small airplane crash at Chetek airport](https://fox99.com/small-airplane-crash-at-chetek-airport/) - A plane crashed Wednesday afternoon at the Chetek Airport. Chetek Police Chief Ron Ambrozaitis said the only occupant, the pilot, was 34-year-old Travis Turner, of Cameron. He had nonlifethreatening injuries and was able to walk from the aircraft to an ambulance. The crash happened around12:30 p.m. Wednesday. The chief said a witness saw the six-seat,
- [Hovde says abortion issue should be put to referendum](https://fox99.com/hovde-says-abortion-issue-should-be-put-to-referendum/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- Republican US Senate candidate Eric Hovde took questions at a WisPolitics luncheon in Madison on Wednesday. Hovde wants abortion put before voters at the state level. “It's been put back to the states to resolve. So I believe we Wisconsinites need to resolve this issue with a common sense and compassionate
- [Contenders in key Wisconsin Senate race come out swinging after primaries](https://fox99.com/contenders-in-key-wisconsin-senate-race-come-out-swinging-after-primaries/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republican millionaire businessman Eric Hovde and Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin are wasting no time going after one another. Hovde easily captured the GOP nomination Tuesday, officially setting the field in Wisconsin’s closely watched Senate race. The seat in battleground Wisconsin is essential for Democrats to win if they hope to maintain
- [Democrats try to block Green Party from presidential ballot in Wisconsin, citing legal issues](https://fox99.com/democrats-try-to-block-green-party-from-presidential-ballot-in-wisconsin-citing-legal-issues/) - MADISON, Wis. (AP) — An employee of the Democratic National Committee has filed a complaint seeking to remove the Green Party’s presidential candidate from the ballot in Wisconsin. The complaint filed Wednesday argues that the party is ineligible. It’s the latest move by the DNC to block third-party candidates from the ballot. Democrats are also
- [Local governments slow to seek Wisconsin road dollars](https://fox99.com/local-governments-slow-to-seek-wisconsin-road-dollars/) - MADISON, Wis. (WRN) -- A Republican lawmaker who helped write the legislation is disappointed in the low number of applications for Wisconsin’s Agricultural Road Improvement Program. A Republican lawmaker who helped write the legislation is disappointed in the low number of applications for Wisconsin’s Agricultural Road Improvement Program. State Senator Howard Marklein says he's surprised,
- [AM NEWSCAST - Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024](https://fox99.com/am-newscast-thursday-aug-15-2024/) - This morning's top stories from the Northwest Wisconsin News Center: -- A motorist was killed by a wrong-way driver on Highway 53 near Haugen on Wednesday evening; -- A pilot was injured when his plane crashed at the Chetek Airport, Wednesday afternoon; -- US Senate candidates Eric Hovde and incumbent Tammy Baldwin take aim at

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- [Rice Lake Chamber of Commerce: Women In The Workplace Luncheon](https://fox99.com/event/rice-lake-chamber-of-commerce-women-in-the-workplace-luncheon/) - Guest Speaker is Maria Johnson Naverson, Owner of Point of Renewal Intergrated Health/Lake Roots Company
- [Rice Lake Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at The Creamery in Haugen](https://fox99.com/event/rice-lake-chamber-of-commerce-business-after-hours-at-the-creamery-in-haugen/) - The Rice Lake Chamber Business After Hours is for Promoting Business in a Fun & Creative Atmosphere. Chamber members and their guests will have a chance to network, make new friends, and meet potential customers.
- [Thursdays at the U speaker to discuss artificial intelligence](https://fox99.com/event/thursdays-at-the-u-speaker-to-discuss-artificial-intelligence/) - Thursdays at the U speaker to discuss artificial intelligence Robin Miller, associate director for library collections and scholar services in UW-Eau Claire’s McIntyre Library, will present “Artificial Intelligence in Everyday Life” March 6 at UW-Eau Claire – Barron County. Full story.
- [Charlie Parr at the Park Center, March 15](https://fox99.com/event/charlie-parr-at-the-park-center-march-15/) - Famed troubadour Charlie Parr will return to The Park Center on Saturday, March 15 at 7:00pm. A humble master of the 21st century folk tradition, the Duluth-based musician is fueled by a belief that music is eternal and cannot be claimed or adequately explained. The sounds from Parr’s working-class upbringing—including Folkways legends such as Lead
- [Red Cedar Symphony presents "The Feelings of Life through Music"](https://fox99.com/event/red-cedar-symphony-presents-the-feelings-of-life-through-music/) - The Red Cedar Symphony is excited to feature the winners of its biennial concerto competition at the spring concerts, which will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, at Chetek Lutheran Church in Chetek, and 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 2, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Rice Lake. Local high school student, Peter
- [Red Cedar Symphony presents "The Feelings of Life through Music"](https://fox99.com/event/red-cedar-symphony-presents-the-feelings-of-life-through-music-2/) - The Red Cedar Symphony is excited to feature the winners of its biennial concerto competition at the spring concerts, which will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, at Chetek Lutheran Church in Chetek, and 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 2, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Rice Lake. Local high school student, Peter
- [Bingo at Corner Bar sponsored by Island City Snowmobile/ATV Club](https://fox99.com/event/bingo-at-corner-bar-sponsored-by-island-city-snowmobile-atv-club/) - The Island City Snowmobile/ATV club (ICSAC) sponsors bingo, every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Corner Bar, in Cumberland.
- [Author Alex Messenger at Thomas St. Angelo Public Library](https://fox99.com/event/author-alex-messenger-at-thomas-st-angelo-public-library/) - Duluth author and photographer Alex Messenger visits the Thomas St. Angelo Public Library, in Cumberland, Thursday, Feb. 6, at 12 p.m. Experience this first-hand account of an extraordinary journey through the remote Canadian North. His book, The Twenty-Ninth Day, recounts a harrowing life-or-death encounter with a grizzly bear. This is a true story of survival
- [Rice Lake Warrior High School Hockey at Chippewa Falls High School](https://fox99.com/event/rice-lake-warrior-high-school-hockey-at-chippewa-falls-high-school/) - Rice Lake High School Hockey will travel to Chippewa Falls with pre-game at 6:45pm and start of the game at 7:00pm. Click the listen live button for live action.
- [WJMC’s Gigantic Indoor Garage Sale](https://fox99.com/event/wjmcs-gigantic-indoor-garage-sale/) - Don’t Miss WJMC’s Gigantic Indoor Garage Sale! Beat the winter blues and score amazing deals at the biggest indoor garage sale of the season! With over 50 vendors under one roof, you’ll find treasures of every kind at prices that’ll make your wallet happy. 🗓 When: Saturday, February 8th ⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 3:00
- [Party in Paradise Qualifier Event at Flirty Gardens in Chetek](https://fox99.com/event/party-in-paradise-qualifier-event-at-flirty-gardens-in-chetek/) - Win Your Dream Paradise Package Worth $10,000 at Flirty Gardens in Chetek with WJMC! Ready to transform your life into paradise? Your chance to win big is here! The Party in Paradise Contest is giving away an incredible prize package worth over $10,000, including: A $5,000 travel voucher for your dream vacation A $3,000 furniture
- [EAA Young Eagles flights - Shell Lake](https://fox99.com/event/eaa-young-eagles-flights-shell-lake/) - EAA Chapter 631 will be giving free airplane rides for young people ages 8 through 17 at the Shell Lake Airport. The event will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (weather permitting). This is a great opportunity for young people to experience the wonders of flight. A parent
- [Pasta With a Purpose](https://fox99.com/event/pasta-with-a-purpose/) - Be our guest for PASTA WITH A PURPOSE, a benefit dinner for the Rice Lake International Friendship Association. Sunday, February 18, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

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