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After a devastating flash flood destroyed their home, Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary is bouncing back thanks to a temporary rescue: a low-cost space at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, complete with a cat wing, kitchen, and parking lot, set to open next week. With over $60K raised through community support, the sanctuary proves resilience and compassion can rebuild even in the face of disaster. Liste...

A deadly storm on Lake Geneva claimed three young lives during the Fourth of July weekend when a boat capsized near Big Foot Beach. Divers found the submerged vessel and recovered the children—two of whom were best friends from suburban Chicago. The grieving families are being supported by a community rallying around them through a GoFundMe, as authorities continue to process the tragedy. The iden...

A former Wisconsin judge, Hannah Dugan, faces sentencing this Wednesday after being convicted of felony obstruction for helping a Mexican immigrant evade federal officers — a case that erupted during the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration crackdown. At 67, she could receive up to five years, but prosecutors seek a “serious sentence” while her defense argues she’s already paid enough wit...

Wisconsin’s Supreme Court blocks access to private guardianship records in a 5-2 ruling, siding with privacy over election scrutiny—despite pressure from a conservative group seeking to vet voter eligibility, sparking debate over transparency and election integrity. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is...

Three children — ages 10, 7, and 6 — were tragically lost in a capsizing boat accident near Big Foot Beach State Park during a Fourth of July storm. Found submerged 32 feet underwater, all three were pronounced dead at the scene. Two of the children were students at a school in Chicago’s Community Unit School District 200, prompting the district to offer heartfelt support to grieving families. As...

Trump calls the Iran ceasefire a failure, slamming Tehran as liars after retaliatory strikes, as global oil prices spike and NATO backs U.S. action amid renewed tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s nuclear ambitions. 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 ba...

Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary is bouncing back after storm damage forced them to close their Broadway location—now they’re settling into a temporary home at Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church, a budget-friendly space with cat zones, event rooms, and even wedding potential. They’ll spend a week relocating all their furry friends and gear, reopening to the public the week after, with weekend visits onl...

The Salvation Army in Green Bay is back with their One Stop School Shop—free backpacks and school supplies for kids in Brown County, no income proof needed. Deadline to register? Friday, July 17th. Drop off donations starting July 13th at the Kroc Center or Salvation Army location. This program eases the back-to-school stress for families and ensures every child starts the year ready to learn. Lis...

AJ Dillon and Gabrielle Dillon surprise Door County with a $30,000 donation to launch a new healthy cooking program for kids, funded through their Dillon Family Foundation and a local match. Older club members will teach younger ones using fresh ingredients from Horseshoe Bay Farms, expanding on existing garden-to-table efforts. Rooted in their deep ties to the community—Gabrielle’s hometown and A...

Badger Park’s future is in your hands—Green Bay’s Parks Department and the Badger Tracks Neighborhood Association are unveiling their draft Master Plan and want YOUR input before it’s finalized. Join the community meeting on July 13th at 6 PM at the Downtown Library, or catch the Parks Committee vote on July 15th at 5 PM at City Hall. Your voice matters—whether you live nearby, use the park, or ju...

Wisconsin’s Mississippi River towns are reinventing themselves as vibrant tourist destinations, turning river views, quirky shops, and historic charm into economic lifelines. Communities like Stockholm and Trempealeau are drawing crowds with local flavors like Stockholm Pie and riverfront hotels, while tackling rural challenges like aging populations and shrinking workforces. By crafting experienc...

Summer slide ain’t just a myth—it’s real, with kids losing up to 34% of their math and reading skills between June and September. But don’t panic: experts say it’s beatable. Turn learning into play—cook with fractions, read street signs, game with strategy. Tap into their interests, keep routines loose but consistent, and libraries are helping with fun, incentive-driven programs. Learning doesn’t...

For ninety years, the Clements Fishing Barge has been a beloved river staple in Genoa, Wisconsin, run by Mark Clements and now poised to pass to his son Conner as the fourth generation. Built from scraps by Mark’s grandfather in 1936, this family-run operation offers affordable fishing access to anglers worldwide, turning a humble raft into a community hub. More than just a business, it’s a lifeli...

A Wisconsin dairy farm set to expand from 1,400 to over 2,400 cows faced fierce local opposition, forcing the state DNR to hold a rare in-person hearing. After 300+ residents raised alarms about water contamination and manure storage, the DNR granted the permit—but with major concessions: groundwater monitoring starts by October next year, and manure storage must now hold 180 days’ worth instead o...

For sixty years, Max Bachhuber and his wife Kathy have lived, fished, and loved the Mississippi River—two lifelong “river rats” whose stories reveal how this iconic waterway has transformed over the decades. From Max’s childhood fishing to Kathy’s family history of commercial fishing and houseboat living, their lives are woven into the river’s rhythm. They’ve watched vegetation return, fish specie...

De Pere’s city council just approved the $70 million Lockside waterfront project — a mixed-use development bringing apartments, condos, and commercial spaces to downtown. After tweaks based on feedback, the design now features more stone and brick to match De Pere’s historic charm, with fewer residential units. The city is pitching in $8.35 million in grants tied to milestones and will reimburse p...

Hobart’s Village Board just paused new AI data center projects for a full year, giving them time to craft solid regulations before any massive tech hubs break ground. After heated community debate over environmental impact, noise, water use, and energy demands, the board chose caution over immediate action — while some see the pause as a missed economic opportunity. A 15-page draft is already in t...