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Car break-ins are rattling Oshkosh’s southeast side, but one restaurant owner is turning the tide—with cameras and community. Austin Gross is handing out security gear to neighbors and hosting a neighborhood meeting with police to build trust, share intel, and spark action. As a new neighborhood association takes shape, locals are betting that eyes on the street and open dialogue will outsmart cri...

Oshkosh just paused new data center projects with a unanimous city council vote — not a ban, but a strategic timeout to gather intel and craft smart, consistent zoning rules before moving forward. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Repo...

Menasha’s Common Council just voted 7-1 to scrap its contract with Flock Safety, following a whirlwind week that saw Mayor Hammond shut down all license plate readers — and it wasn’t alone: Winnebago County did the same after discovering private data had been leaked. Residents like Rachael Dowling cheered the move, calling for earlier action, especially after a former officer was sentenced for mis...

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Hidden in Wisconsin’s cornfields, the Our Lady of Champion Shrine has exploded into a spiritual epicenter thanks to Adele Brice’s reported vision of the Virgin Mary — now fueling a massive sainthood movement that draws 200,000 pilgrims annually. With events spotlighting 76 Americans on the path to sainthood and a Rosary Conventority program attracting 20,000 sign-ups, the shrine isn’t just a Catho...

Half a million dollars each hit two local nonprofits—LEAVEN and People of Progression—after a tornado tore through the Fox Valley, but help is still slow to arrive for many. LEAVEN’s overwhelmed, processing over 1,000 intake forms in just four days and booked solid through September, while People of Progression is also flooded with requests but remains confident funds will last. The Community Resp...

Waupaca County law enforcement is pausing its Flock Safety license plate reader system after realizing the risks of losing control over sensitive data — even with responsible use, the tech’s connection to broader networks could expose victims and ongoing investigations through public records requests in other states. While the system has proven vital for solving cross-jurisdictional crimes, the ag...

Juul’s new e-cigarette line comes with an age verification feature, but doctors say it’s more legal theater than real protection — teens can easily bypass ID checks, and most get vapes from other minors anyway. Critics slam the move as ignoring the bigger problem: targeted marketing to youth. While the FDA sees value in helping adults quit smoking, especially with menthol flavors, health pros warn...

Green Bay is set to transform a long-vacant industrial site into a $32 million public-private powerhouse: a new Metro Fire Department headquarters and 85 affordable apartments, complete with a community space and greenway. Construction kicks off this fall, with foundations going in before winter and the fire station breaking ground in spring 2027 — both slated for completion by 2028. After two yea...

Business students at Fox Valley Technical College are in for a major upgrade: four new direct transfer pathways to UW-Oshkosh mean you can bring over 60 credits with you when you move up from an associate’s degree in accounting, finance, business management, or marketing — no lost time or money. This streamlined partnership removes the guesswork, keeps your career goals on track, and builds on exi...

Attorney General Josh Kaul is pushing for tighter rules on Flock cameras, warning against a surveillance state while acknowledging their value in serious cases like missing children. He’s also calling for safeguards on inmate electronic devices to prevent abuse, while supporting their use for family connections. On abortion, Kaul argues Wisconsin’s current restrictions are too harsh and wants them...

Clintonville, Wisconsin, just earned its moment in the spotlight—named a hidden travel gem with untapped potential. Packed with aviation, automotive, and manufacturing history, including the iconic FWD Seagrave Museum, it blends classic downtown charm, local shops, and scenic northeastern Wisconsin landscapes. While not topping the list, it’s joining Lake Placid, Eastport, and Roanoke Rapids as un...

Green Bay’s Botanical Garden is wrapping up its Music in Bloom series with a cozy, final concert on September 11th — Brews, Bistros & Bonfires featuring Homegrown, a Zac Brown Band tribute. Kick back on the lawn with your own blanket, grab food from Grateful Cheese and FOODelicious, sip drinks, and enjoy a bonfire under the stars. Don’t miss this festive finale as the garden celebrates its 30th an...

A man named Obilio Tomas Sargento Roblero just received a 25-year sentence for a hit-and-run that killed retired Green Bay detective Tom Roberts—15 years in prison plus 10 years of supervised release, with GPS monitoring after his release. The crash occurred in October 2024 when Roberts was helping someone with a UTV; Roblero fled the scene, leading to a chase that ended in Arkansas. His defense c...

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Lifest is back in Oshkosh for its 27th year — one of the nation’s biggest Christian music festivals, packing in over 100 acts and 25,000 daily attendees. Beyond the music, it’s a full-blown family event with Ferris wheels, food trucks, a kid zone, and even a petting zoo — all fueling a major economic boost for the region. If you’re in town this weekend, the Sunnyview Expo Center is where the energ...

Jane Frances Cryan, an 84-year-old Oshkosh native with roots stretching back to 1854, chose a deeply personal farewell: a horse-drawn carriage ride from her ancestral home on the UW-Oshkosh campus to Riverside Cemetery, honoring her family’s legacy in the way her ancestors once did. A historian called her a “dynamo”—feisty, witty, and eloquent—reflecting a life deeply tied to her heritage. Her fun...

A Green Bay man sentenced to life in a mental health facility after fatally stabbing his AA sponsor and the sponsor’s dog, a crime rooted in untreated schizophrenia, depression, and addiction. The court recognized the victim’s kindness and dedication to helping others, deepening the tragedy. Dorr, who pleaded guilty to multiple charges including intentional homicide, will serve three years before...

Grab your brats and burgers—Appleton’s Mary Beth Nienhaus Activity Center is frying up fun every Friday this summer with “Grandpa’s Grill,” raising cash to keep seniors active, healthy, and connected. Every dollar from this beloved brat fry fuels programs and maintenance for the center, which membership fees alone can’t cover. It’s community-powered, community-focused, and a tasty way to give back...

Appleton, Wisconsin is injecting new life into its downtown with a $450,000 grant to lure 20 creative pros—artists, musicians, designers, filmmakers, and food makers—from outside the state. Each gets $2,500 to relocate and $10,000 to launch their business, plus access to a seven-week business boot camp to turn passion into profit. With Wisconsin ranked 48th in state arts funding, this bold move ai...

Wisconsin and 14 other states are suing to stop a federal move that would slash mental health grants for schools—set to vanish at month’s end—risking a $12.5 million hit to Wisconsin’s education system and leaving students without critical support. The states are demanding a court injunction to preserve funding while the legal battle unfolds, arguing this isn’t just about money—it’s about student...

Carl Schulze, a quadriplegic activist, is rolling his wheelchair 1,000 miles to Madison to demand disability rights and home-based care, warning that massive Medicaid cuts and a Justice Department opinion threaten the Americans with Disabilities Act. Relying on caregivers for every move, he argues that independence is vital for dignity, mental health, and well-being. He’s inviting supporters to jo...

A 20-year-old Wisconsin man, Noah Czarneski, is facing serious charges—including sexual assault and bail jumping—after going missing in October and being found in Florida months later. Accused of having sex with a 17-year-old while out on bond for a separate case involving a 15-year-old, he now faces Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise...

A teen farmhand’s life hangs in the balance after a harrowing silo accident—until a daring rescue, three grueling surgeries, and a team of heroes pull him back from the brink. Mason Kramer, 18, survived a near-fatal fall that left him bleeding out and legs trapped, all while still a high school grad. Now, three weeks into recovery at Froedtert Hospital, he’s amazed he’s still standing—and grateful...