Authorities in and around Oconto spent their Sunday looking for a suspect in an armed robbery and an attempted murder. Police say 24-year-old Cody Krueger robbed and tried to kill someone on Friday, he’s now on the loose. Investigators say Krueger should be considered armed and dangerous. They are looking for him in Door and Kewaunee counties, particularly near Algoma. Authorities say if you see him, call 911 immediately.
Read MoreThe latest vaccine push in Wisconsin is at Fort McCoy. The state’s Department of Health Services said it is offering the coronavirus vaccine to the thousands of Afghans who’ve been flown to the fort. More than eight thousand Afghans are currently at Fort McCoy, another five thousand may be on their way. When it comes to the situation on the ground here, there’s a need for new clothes at Fort McCoy. Team Rubicon members are trying to help get clothes for the
Read MoreOne of the most recognizable faces of Wisconsin’s fight against the coronavirus is stepping down. DHS Deputy Secretary Julie Willems Van Dijk on Friday announced her retirement. Willems Van Dijk has led Wisconsin’s vaccination effort since former DHS Secretary Andrea Palm left to be a part of the Biden Administration. Governor Evers’ office says the woman who ran the state’s overflow facility at the State Fairgrounds last year, Deb Standridge, will take over at DHS.
Read MoreFolks in Wisconsin have another two weeks to get 100 dollars for getting their coronavirus shot. Governor Evers on Friday extended the deadline. Anyone who gets the vaccine will be eligible for a 100 dollar gift card. Wisconsin’s department of Health Services says 65 thousand people got their shots during the first two weeks of the incentive. You now have until September 19th to get vaccinated and get paid.
Read MoreThe Girl Scouts in the Chippewa Valley are looking for volunteers. The Girl Scouts’ Karen Hauck says now that they are getting back to in-person meetings, they need people to help oversee the troops. Hauck says volunteers can help in so many different ways. If you’re interested, FIND OUT MORE WITH AN EASY CLICK HERE.
Read MoreA middle school teacher in Sun Prairie is recognized for his teaching excellence. Chris Gleason is one of 45-teachers from around the country who was named Thursday to receive the California Casualty Award for Teaching Excellence. The awards will be handed out during a National Education Association Foundation event that comes up in February. The award is a recognition of an educator’s dedication to teaching and to the community along with an effort to pursue personal professional development.
Read MorePenn State takes one away from the Badgers in Wisconsin’s home opener at Camp Randall. Over 70-thousand fans were back in the stadium after nearly two years of COVID-19 triggered absence to watch the Nittany Lions defeat Wisconsin 16-10 yesterday. Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz hit 22 of 37 passes for 185-yards and two interceptions in the loss. Next Saturday, Wisconsin is still at home to meet Eastern Michigan while Penn State hosts Ball State also on September 11th. Police make arrests and issue citations to
Read MoreHello. Welcome to your first weekend in September. Sometimes the week can feel long or stressful, so to start each Saturday we simply slow down a bit and take a “scroll down memory lane.” Grab your favorite morning sippin’ drink and lets have a look back at the pages of history before we move ahead to writing new ones today. Today is Saturday, September 4th, the 247th day of the year. There are 118 days until the end of the
Read MoreThe Taste Of Madison is underway this Labor Day weekend. The event is being held in Breese Stevens Field. Details including ticket rates and purchases are available on THE WEBSITE WITH A CLICK HERE.
Read MoreWisconsin hosts Penn State today in the Badgers’ season opener. Fans return to Camp Randall for the first time since the COVID-19 shutdown. Kickoff is at 11:00-a.m. central time.
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