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Kenosha County is injecting new life into downtown with $16,000 in federal grant funding, helping sixteen local businesses upgrade storefronts with fresh signs, lighting, and facades — all while matching every dollar invested. County Executive Jennifer Shilling calls these small businesses the heart of the community, and this four-year revitalization plan aims to transform Main Street into a vibra...

Beloit’s town and city are merging fire and emergency services in a bold five-year deal set to launch January 2027, slashing costs and boosting response capacity amid rising expenses and staffing challenges — a smart, community-focused move hailed by officials and first responders alike. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: adver...

In Wisconsin’s Seventh District debate, candidates clashed over Trump’s agenda, tariffs, and manufacturing — with Alfonso touting the president’s backing, Ebben pushing deregulation and attacking green energy, and Baum offering a moderate, locally-focused alternative. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This...

A Madison couple stumbled into a nightmare when they returned from a weekend trip to find a bullet lodged in their picture frame—proof of shots fired in their neighborhood at 4 AM. The home was riddled with damage, including a hole in the wall and the chilling sight of the bullet in their fireplace. Thankfully, no one was hurt. Police are urgently seeking witnesses or tips, offering a cash reward...

The Sauk County Fair is in full swing in Baraboo, free to attend and packed with fun—from livestock judging and carnival rides to a quirky oatmeal cookie contest judged by the Fairest herself, Anna Gerike. Wednesday, July 8th, is peak action day, with vendors opening at 10 AM and the carnival kicking off at 4 PM. Don’t miss the free storytime or check the website for the full schedule. Listen in c...

A major fee dispute between Caledonia’s village board and a national developer has been resolved, slashing over $21,000 from the bill after the developer argued they were charged for services never rendered. The village is also considering a new “cover charge” for appeal requests, sparking debate over development costs and local oversight. With payments spread out and the developer covering costs...

Zach Tom is elite—top-three right tackle in the league, earning All-Pro votes and directly boosting the Packers’ win rate. With elite pass rushers now targeting his side, his ability to shut them down is a game-changer. Not the biggest, but a technique-driven force dominating both pass and run games. His biggest hurdle? Staying healthy—he’s been sidelined by injuries and needs consistency to live...

A former Wisconsin judge, Hannah Dugan, faces up to five years in prison this Wednesday after being convicted of felony obstruction for helping an undocumented immigrant evade federal agents—a case that ignited national debate over judicial independence and immigration enforcement. Once a respected Milwaukee County judge, Dugan resigned after her conviction, arguing she had immunity, but the defen...

Severe storms are brewing for South Central Wisconsin tonight—damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rain possible, with localized flooding a risk. First Alert days ahead as storms roll in, but relief is on the way: Thursday stays cloudy with scattered storms, then Friday and the weekend bring sunny, comfortable weather in the low 80s, with calm, dry conditions expected through early next week. Lis...