Green Bay News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Two Wisconsin cities are taking opposite paths on license plate cameras: Green Bay keeps its 42 Flock cameras, tightening data rules to seven days (unless under investigation) and requiring case-specific searches, while De Pere shuts them down immediately, bagging the units until their contract ends in November, citing privacy concerns and avoiding a costly early termination fee. The Wisconsin Pro...

Someone in Green Bay just won $100,000 on Powerball after matching four numbers plus the Powerball—and thanks to the Power Play option, that extra dollar doubled their prize. It’s not the only big win in Wisconsin lately—West Salem cashed in $50K last week, making seven tickets worth at least $50K sold across the state in a month. The Kwik Trip store that sold the ticket gets a $2K bonus for selli...

Winnebago County’s budget is in disarray after a series of costly accounting errors—$129K in unaccounted expenses from a dissolved department and a $149K gap between approved and collected property taxes. Three budget amendments were also funded incorrectly, shifting costs to other funds. The county executive insists these were honest mistakes, not fraud, and two former directors have already resi...

Outagamie County is shutting down its Supportive Home Care program by year’s end, affecting over 100 residents who’ve relied on consistent, personalized care — including for decades — as they transition to federally funded Family Care. While officials say the goal is to continue in-home support through a different funding stream, many fear losing their trusted caregivers and facing costly, less fa...

Burglary alert in Buchanan — Sheriff’s Office needs your eyes and footage! Residents in Buchanan, Combined Locks, and Kimberly are being asked to review doorbell and security camera clips from the night of the break-in. Look for strangers, odd vehicles, or suspicious activity near homes or garages. Every detail matters. Stay vigilant: lock doors, hide valuables, keep cameras charged, and use motio...

De Pere School District is preparing for a potential April 2027 referendum to fund a $60-90 million renovation of aging facilities, focusing on upgrading the high school’s career tech programs and optimizing space across three other schools — all while aiming to avoid tax hikes. After shelving a $200M new high school plan in 2023, the district now prioritizes smart renovations based on community f...

Dr. Wendy Schroeder, newly certified by the Menopause Society, reveals that menopause isn’t just about hot flashes—brain fog, word-finding struggles, achy joints, even itchy ears can be signs. She urges women to consult their doctors before jumping to conclusions, emphasizing personalized treatment over one-size-fits-all hormone therapy. With updated safety profiles and alternative options like sl...

This year’s Joe Hendricks Jr. Memorial Golf Classic is more than just a tournament—it’s a heartfelt tribute to honor veterans on Mission 84, departing October 27th from Appleton. Over 30 local vets from De Pere, many personally connected to Joe Hendricks or his legacy, are set to receive a deeply moving welcome home thanks to community-driven support. The Old Glory Honor Flight, reliant on grassro...

A fake 911 call in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, triggered a full police response—SWAT teams and multiple agencies rushed to a home where no one was supposed to be. The caller claimed they’d shot their girlfriend and were holding someone at gunpoint, but officers found no weapons or victims. The homeowner was out of town, and the scene was cleared safely. This kind of “swatting” wastes critical resources an...

A Sturgeon Bay police officer suffered minor injuries after his squad car was struck head-on by a fleeing driver on September 12th — the suspect, a 29-year-old from Baileys Harbor, allegedly trying to escape an earlier accident. Though he claimed to have a gun, none was found. Instead, he ignored commands and charged toward officers, forcing them to use a Taser to subdue him. He’s now in custody a...

Wisconsin Governor’s Race Spending Surge | Green Bay News

Congressman Tom Tiffany had a heart-stopping scare when his plane made an emergency water landing on Lake Wausau—thankfully, he and the pilot walked away unharmed. The Beechcraft K-35 was carefully recovered over the weekend without fuel leaks, and Tiffany emotionally thanked first responders for their swift action. Even his political rival, David Crowley, sent a message of support, reminding ever...

Flight attendants and pilots top the list of jobs with highest radiation-induced cancer rates, according to new research analyzing death records from 2020 to 2024 — because flying high exposes you to cosmic rays, and crew members get hit with it daily. Even passengers soak up a little extra dose, though not as consistently. Next time you’re cruising 30,000 feet, remember: the sky isn’t entirely ra...

Menasha High School is rallying together with a powerful homecoming clothing drive for students hit hardest by last July’s tornado, collecting gently used formal wear to ensure no student misses out on the spirit of the event — because after disaster, dignity and belonging matter most. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adverti...

Police have sealed off Menominee Drive in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, with SWAT teams and multiple units on scene—residents nearby are told to stay indoors while everyone else is urged to avoid the area entirely. Authorities are actively managing a rapidly evolving situation focused on safety, and updates will follow as confirmed information emerges. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: htt...

Trail riders in Brown County, listen up — the Fox River State Trail is getting a major pavement upgrade next month! Two key sections will be shut down in September for full reconstruction, not just patching. First phase: Heritage Road to Bomier Street, closed Monday, Sept 14–Friday, Sept 18, 2026. Second phase: Fox Point Boat Launch to Highway 172 bridge, closed Monday, Sept 21–Friday, Sept 25, 20...

Kenosha’s top prosecutor Xavier Solis faces a major crisis after his law license was suspended by the Wisconsin Supreme Court for failing to cooperate with misconduct investigations—forcing him out of the courtroom and leaving Deputy DA Rosa Delgado to step in as acting DA while the office scrambles for guidance on managing Solis’s caseload and future. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli P...

Wisconsin’s 988 crisis lifeline, now handling over 345,000 calls since launching in July 2022, is underfunded and struggling to keep up—despite its proven life-saving impact. With only an 81% in-state answer rate (lower than most states), many callers are routed to distant national centers, delaying critical help. Demand has skyrocketed, especially among younger users who prefer texting or chattin...

De Pere police are shutting down their Flock license plate reader cameras after the company secretly shared sensitive traffic data with another agency — a breach that eroded public trust and jeopardized active investigations. Chief Jeremy Muraski called it out, citing repeated violations including unauthorized data sharing from another Wisconsin county. While acknowledging the tech’s potential for...

De Pere Police are shutting down their Flock Safety license plate readers to prioritize public trust, halting officer access and covering cameras by this week—with full removal after the contract ends November 15. While acknowledging the tech’s crime-fighting potential, Chief Jeremy Muraski cited serious trust concerns, especially after Flock Safety allegedly sold traffic data in Sheboygan—violati...

David Crowley, Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial candidate, is rolling out a bold anti-corruption agenda designed to restore public trust. If elected, he’ll ban elected officials from trading personal stocks, mandate blind trusts for investments, and ensure public records can’t be erased — all to prevent self-serving “gaming the system.” His plan also shuts down the revolving door between regul...

De Pere police are shutting down their Flock license plate reader system, citing contract violations, data misuse, and misleading claims — joining other agencies in ditching the tech, even as Green Bay opens public input on updating its own policies, highlighting a region-wide reckoning over surveillance tools and community trust. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipill...

A 29-year-old man from Baileys Harbor caused a tense standoff in Sturgeon Bay after hitting and fleeing a car on Highway 57. When police confronted him, he claimed to have a gun and refused to comply with commands, even walking toward an officer. Officers used a taser to subdue him—no injuries were reported, but the officer whose car was struck suffered minor injuries. He’s now facing formal charg...

Green Bay’s police are updating their license plate camera policy—cutting data retention from 30 to 7 days, requiring case-specific searches, and limiting data sharing to departments with similar privacy safeguards—all while inviting public feedback to shape how this tech is used responsibly. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:...

Costco’s Kirkland Signature motor oil just got a major price bump and purchase limit—now $58 for a two-pack (up from $30 last year) and capped at two boxes per week. The spike? Blame soaring crude oil prices, which have surged past $109 a barrel due to Middle East unrest and attacks on key oil infrastructure. With global demand favoring gasoline and diesel, motor oil production is being sidelined,...