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Green Bay’s annual Point in Time homeless census kicks off July 22nd—volunteers needed! Join local shelters and Freedom House Ministries to count unsheltered residents and help shape community support. Sign up online, get trained, and commit to at least two hours. Ages 18+, or with a guardian. Your help makes a real difference. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow....

A major cyclospora outbreak is sweeping across multiple states, with over 1,400 cases reported — Michigan leading with more than 1,200. Symptoms include severe watery diarrhea, cramping, and dehydration, sometimes requiring hospitalization. Officials haven’t yet identified the source, but past outbreaks point to contaminated produce or recreational water — and this parasite is notoriously hard to...

Rudolph Baumann of Manitowoc just won Wisconsin’s biggest lottery prize of the year—$3.8 million on the Megabucks jackpot—after buying his lucky ticket at a Kwik Trip in Saukville. The winning numbers were 1, 8, 12, 24, 26, and 27. This marks the second Megabucks win in Wisconsin this year, and the store where he bought the ticket is also getting a bonus. With drawings twice a week, it’s a reminde...

Wisconsin’s election watchdogs have paused judgment on Green Bay’s ballot mess, launching a full probe after two identical errors rocked the April 2026 election. Commissioners called the repeat mistake “unconscionable,” demanding accountability from city officials who allegedly flouted state law. With eyes on preventing future chaos, the commission is now digging deep — and voters are watching clo...

De Pere, Wisconsin, just launched a bold new Youth Commission—fifteen high schoolers now advising city leaders on issues that matter most to them. This isn’t just talk: these teens are shaping real policy, bringing fresh perspectives to the table and pushing for action. From chair Julia Whipp’s excitement over implemented ideas to Elly Beard’s mission to bridge community divides, these young leade...

Power outage hits nearly 600 We Energies customers in Grand Chute, Wisconsin, near the Fox River Mall—though the mall stayed lit, shops like David’s Bridal went dark. We Energies blames “third-party damage,” promising power back by 2 p.m., and while the outage was brief, it’s a stark reminder of how dependent we are on electricity. Power’s since been restored, but details on the cause remain under...

A Milwaukee detective with 22 years on the force is facing felony charges for misusing the department’s Flock Safety camera system—searching two individuals’ locations 20 times under false pretenses of “training.” This isn’t his first rodeo: he previously investigated another officer caught abusing the same system 200 times to track his ex and her new partner. Suspended without pay for four months...

A mother accused of chronic neglect leading to her son’s death is fighting to switch lawyers just months before trial — but the public defender’s office is resisting, citing policy that bars client-selected attorneys. The case, centered on the tragic February disappearance of 3-year-old Elijah Vue, who was allegedly sent to live with his boyfriend before his body was found, pits emotional stakes a...

Green Bay’s city clerk office is under fire after mailing duplicate absentee ballots twice—first to 152 voters in April, then again to over 200 across eight wards. The Wisconsin Elections Commission has launched a formal investigation, demanding explanations and a prevention plan, as repeated errors threaten public trust in the election process. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:...

They finally caught Jayden Cayou, the 22-year-old wanted for murder in Mississippi, in Wisconsin—no drama, just justice in motion. The arrest, made with a coordinated effort across agencies from both states, marks a major step for the family of Sincyr Miller, whose life was tragically cut short. Law enforcement’s cross-border teamwork proves that no one can outrun the law—and that justice, no matt...

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has dropped out of the Wisconsin governor’s race, endorsing Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez as the best hope for Democrats to defeat Republican Tom Tiffany. Crowley urges rivals to unify behind her, citing her ability to build broad coalitions on key issues like reproductive rights, education, and economic opportunity. Though he once criticized Rodriguez over a bud...

Three young cousins lost their lives in a tragic boat accident on Lake Geneva, and their families are turning grief into purpose—raising funds to honor their memories and support children in need. Kathryn, Caleb, and Abigail are remembered as joyful, kind-hearted kids with passions for sports, art, and animals. Kathryn’s family funds a foundation for kids to afford the sports she loved, while Cale...

A memorial fund has been launched for Kathryn Schmidt, the third child lost in the tragic July 3 boat capsizing on Lake Geneva during a 100-mph storm. Alongside her cousins Caleb and Abigail, Kate was among the 10 on board — only six adults and one child were rescued. Instead of flowers, the family’s GoFundMe asks for donations to help kids afford sports, pets, and essentials, honoring Kate’s joyf...

De Pere High School is temporarily closed due to severe flooding from heavy rain, with water damage affecting key areas — but summer school’s already over, so students won’t be too disrupted. Critical spaces like the office, gym, and auditorium remain open for scheduled events while crews clean up. Officials urge everyone to stay off campus unless essential, to avoid slowing progress. The full cos...

A Sheboygan County deputy suffered minor injuries in a collision at the intersection of County Highways V and I, after a 17-year-old driver from Waldo pulled out in front of the squad car. Emergency crews responded swiftly, and the Wisconsin State Patrol is now investigating. Drivers are reminded to always double-check before moving forward — even at stop signs. Listen in comfort: Get a discount o...

De Pere High School took a major hit from catastrophic flooding on July 8th, with most of the building underwater and only the gym, auditorium, weight room, and main office still accessible. Restoration crews were on-site immediately to prevent further damage, but officials say it’ll take at least a week to assess the full cost. Summer school is over, though some strength training classes continue...

A 39-year-old man in Marinette, Wisconsin, was arrested Wednesday with a laundry list of alleged crimes—battery, intimidation, running a drug operation, trafficking cocaine, driving with a revoked license, and ignoring a court order for an ignition interlock. One stop unraveled a complex web of illegal activity, and he’s now behind bars while authorities dig deeper. Listen in comfort: Get a discou...

Paperfest returns to Kimberly, Wisconsin, for its 38th annual celebration of America’s 250th birthday with four days of free, family-friendly fun at Sunset Park. Featuring 38 bands across three stages—including headliners Blue Öyster Cult, Lauren Alaina, and Smash Mouth—the festival also offers carnival rides, a petting zoo, food trucks, a hot air balloon glow, craft beer, a car show, and a craft...

A 39-year-old man pulled over in Marinette faced a whirlwind of legal trouble—charged with manufacturing or delivering over 40 grams of cocaine, maintaining a drug trafficking residence, driving with a revoked license, and failing to install an ignition interlock device. Compounding the mess, he had two active warrants for battery, disorderly conduct, and stalking. Now jailed pending formal charge...

The Pink Flamingo Classic returns for its 43rd year in De Pere, blending family fun with big-hearted giving—raising over $1.5 million for local nonprofits and families in need. Kick off Friday with softball and carnival games, then dive into Saturday’s action: a 5K run at 8:05 AM, a lively parade, and more softball starting at 10 AM. Families can enjoy the whole day for just $20, with affordable e...

A woman in her 60s crashed head-on into a semi-truck on I-41 in Oshkosh after driving the wrong way at 11:33 PM, shutting down all three southbound lanes for hours. She suffered minor injuries and was hospitalized, but her dog died in the crash. The truck driver escaped unharmed. Crews worked through the night to clear the scene, and lanes reopened by 4:30 AM Thursday. Authorities are still invest...

A woman driving the wrong way on I-41 slammed head-on into a semi-truck, leaving her with minor injuries and her dog dead—while the truck driver walked away unscathed. The crash shut down southbound lanes overnight, reopening by 4:30 AM. Police are still investigating why she was driving backward, with no charges confirmed yet. A sobering reminder: one wrong move can ripple through countless lives...

A bold Democratic socialist dishwasher-turned-governor candidate is shaking up Wisconsin’s political landscape, challenging the party’s leftward shift with a radical platform that includes taxing the wealthy, creating a state bank, and abolishing police. As the August 11 primary looms, her campaign’s success could signal how far the Democratic Party is willing to go — and whether voters in a swing...

Appleton Airport firefighters are hitting the streets this July for their annual Fill the Boot campaign, raising funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association — a cause they’re deeply connected to, since they’re twice as likely to develop ALS due to their work. From July 13–20, they’ll be collecting donations at three local intersections during lunch and evening hours, with every dollar going strai...

Wisconsin businesses and residents hit by April’s deadly storms now have a lifeline: the SBA is offering low-interest disaster loans. Nineteen counties plus the Oneida Nation qualify for physical damage loans up to $500K for homes and $100K for personal property, and up to $2M for businesses to repair or replace assets—with an extra 20% for storm-resilient upgrades. Economic Injury Disaster Loans...