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Brown County’s hitting the streets harder this weekend with boosted OWI patrols—aimed at keeping impaired drivers off the road and everyone safe. Following last weekend’s Fourth of July blitz—34 stops, 4 OWI citations, 26 other tickets, 20 warnings, and 1 drug arrest—this coordinated effort brings together 10 local agencies for a sustained crackdown. More enforcement is coming July 17, 18, 24, 25,...

The Howard-Suamico eight-and-under Falcons are making history by earning a spot in the NFL Flag National Championships—the first team from their area to ever qualify. They clinched it by dominating the Packers’ regional tournament, exceeding all expectations while having fun. Coach Chris LeCloux knows nationals will be tougher, with 32 top teams, but is excited for the kids’ growth. They’re traini...

High school football stars from Wisconsin are battling it out in a wild 7-on-7 tournament right next to Lambeau Field, part of the NFL’s “11-On” initiative to get every player involved. Players like Braylon Stegall are soaking in the electric energy, while Packers reps say it’s the perfect bonding moment before the season kicks into gear. With the tournament wrapping up today, fans in Titletown ca...

Wisconsin’s top court just sided with Attorney General Josh Kaul in a major victory over Republican lawmakers who wanted tighter control over legal settlement funds. The ruling confirms Kaul’s authority to redirect settlement money into the state’s general fund for public safety initiatives — a move he says is vital for statewide community security. The court left one question unresolved: whether...

A heartbreaking tragedy struck when a young girl was pulled from a pond at Shawano Mini Golf Course, prompting an outpouring of community love. Local child care center Bullfrogs and Butterflies hosted a heartfelt fundraiser—complete with raffles, a cookout, and direct donations—all proceeds going straight to her grieving family. Center staff and residents praised the overwhelming turnout, noting s...

De Pere’s downtown is getting a major makeover—with a scaled-back but still ambitious $70M mixed-use project on South Broadway, approved by city council after community feedback. Apartments dropped from 198 to 173, ditching smaller units for more standard 1- and 2-bedroom layouts. The building’s design now leans into downtown charm with more brick and stone, fewer street-facing balconies, and upda...

A Wisconsin doctor, Isaias Cupino, 65, faces a legal rollercoaster after being convicted of five counts of child sex abuse — evidence tied to Facebook and explicit toddler videos found in his home. Though the trial judge agreed with defense objections and ordered a new trial, federal prosecutors are appealing to overturn that decision, pushing to uphold the original conviction. With the retrial sc...

Green Bay’s city council is taking a bold step to restore trust in elections by launching an independent audit of the City Clerk’s absentee ballot operations—following recent errors that sent duplicate ballots to voters. The audit will examine how requests are processed, safeguards against double mailings, election software, and past corrective actions, with full cooperation expected from city dep...

Wisconsin State Fair’s 175th year is a foodie’s dream—with 80 brand-new eats like cookie butter coffee floats and sweet lemon berry cheese curds, plus a limited-edition cherry cream puff comeback. Running August 6–16, it’s not just about the grub: tons of free shows and family fun make this the ultimate summer destination. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/d...

Wisconsin’s drunk driving prison population hit a record 2,899 last year — a shocking spike despite fewer arrests — as older adults and women make up growing shares of those behind bars. Behind the numbers: a deadly toll — over 1,700 deaths in alcohol-related crashes since 2015, with 31% of all traffic fatalities last year tied to booze. And here’s the kicker: two-thirds of those in fatal crashes...

Homeowners on White Sand Lake in Wisconsin are locked in a legal showdown with the Lac du Flambeau tribe over a private boat launch — a clash that pits private property rights against tribal stewardship. The tribe, citing invasive species like Eurasian watermilfoil, shut down their own launch and now blocks the homeowners’ use, claiming responsibility for protecting reservation waters. The homeown...

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A Republican congressional candidate just dropped a jaw-dropping claim: the U.S. is funding transgender surgeries for goats in Afghanistan. While his campaign later clarified it was hyperbole meant to highlight wasteful spending, the bizarre statement sparked national attention — especially since a real, albeit failed, $6 million U.S.-funded goat import project in Afghanistan did exist. Alfonso, 2...

Vice President JD Vance is leading a major crackdown on the H-1B visa program, accusing corporations of exploiting it to undercut American wages and calling for investigations into “foreign fraudsters.” The Labor Department has already issued dozens of subpoenas, targeting a system that’s supported nearly 600,000 workers nationwide—including over 41,000 in Wisconsin alone. But immigration attorney...

A 51-year-old man in Appleton, Wisconsin, faces serious charges after allegedly stabbing a 43-year-old woman in the face and chest with a knife on February 8. Found hiding in a dump trailer near the scene, he was quickly arrested. Charged with domestic abuse-related violence, Barrera is set for a 10-day jury trial starting February 8, 2027, with potential prison time of up to 60 years if convicted...

A 21-year-old man, Miles Jaeger, faces serious charges after allegedly attacking a woman pushing a stroller on a Wisconsin trail—grabbing her neck and trying to cover her mouth with a cloth. She fought back and escaped with her child, then called police. Jaeger now pleads not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect, is held on a $200K bond, and his next court date is July 17—with no trial dat...

Shawano Mini Golf is reopening after a heartbreaking incident last week when a five-year-old girl was found unresponsive in a pond — and tragically, she didn’t survive. The course, which had just opened in June, shut down immediately following the event. Authorities are still investigating, with no indication anyone else is in danger. The owner has expressed deep sympathy to the family, and while...

Wolves in Isle Royale are getting way too comfortable with humans—sniffing tents, dragging gear, even crashing inside. The park’s shut down all tent camping through July 31 to protect both visitors and wildlife. Staff are deploying noise-makers like air horns and paintball guns to scare the wolf off, while campers must lock up food and trash. Remember: don’t feed, don’t approach, and if you see on...

Construction kicks off Monday, July 13th on the Ray Nitschke Memorial Bridge in Green Bay, with staged lane closures lasting until October. Traffic will still flow, boats and ships can use the lift span as normal, but expect slower commutes. City officials urge drivers to avoid the area if possible and consider Walnut or Mason Street bridges as alternatives. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a...

Wisconsin voters who cast early ballots now face a hard rule: once you vote, you can’t change your mind if your candidate drops out. The Elections Commission’s new guidance, following a court battle, locks in your vote — no more spoiling or re-voting. After a chaotic primary where candidates vanished but still appeared on ballots, the system’s been tightened. A judge initially blocked the practice...

A bright, kind-hearted tennis prodigy, Kate Schmidt, just 10, lost her life in a tragic lake accident — leaving a gaping void at Five Star Tennis Center and across her community. Known for her relentless drive on the court and even greater warmth off it, Kate inspired everyone she met with her boundless positivity and unwavering support for others. Coaches and families mourn her absence, rememberi...

Wisconsin’s top court just handed Attorney General Josh Kaul a major win, ruling that his office—not the Legislature—controls how to spend legal settlement money. The 5-2 decision overturns a 2017 Republican-backed law that tried to micromanage AG spending, declaring it an overreach. While the ruling gives the executive branch more autonomy over funds earned through lawsuits, a key accounting ques...

Wisconsin’s Supreme Court just handed Attorney General Josh Kaul a major victory, allowing him to direct multi-state lawsuit settlement funds straight to specific state programs—overturning a prior ruling that forced money into the general fund. The decision, backed by a liberal majority and a swing vote, affirms Kaul’s authority to allocate funds tied to settlements, giving his office greater con...

A house fire erupted in Ledgeview on July 9th around 1 PM, sending flames and thick smoke billowing from the second floor of a farmhouse on Stagecoach Road. Thankfully, everyone escaped unharmed, but crews faced a tough battle to control the blaze due to the building’s structure and limited water access. The emotional toll of losing a home is immeasurable, and while investigators are still working...

Three young children lost their lives when a boat capsized on Geneva Lake over the Fourth of July weekend — a heartbreaking tragedy that has shaken the community. Ten-year-old Kathryn Schmidt and her six- and seven-year-old cousins were among those who drowned after the vessel overturned, with the medical examiner ruling their deaths accidental. While nine people were on board, only one other chil...