U.S. Marshals are on the search for Wisconsin’s most wanted after a traffic stop lead to the discovery of two dangerous weapons. Police officers who tried to detain the driver say he ran. The driver has been charged and a warrant is out for his arrest. Teron Bones has been evading law enforcement since June after Milwaukee police pulled over an SUV for having expired plates. Officers who searched the vehicle Bones fled from found a large amount of weed,
Read MoreWisconsin Governor Tony Evers has vetoed a bill that would relax unemployment requirements. It would have extended the amount of time that employers have to respond to unemployment claims. Proponents of the bill argued that employers don’t have enough time to respond to claims because of delays in the U.S. Postal Service.
Read MoreWisconsin Republicans want voter approval before municipalities can tax Wisconsinites for vehicle registration. A Republican backed bill would require local voters to give the green light to the tax increase. Right now 14 counties and more than 50 municipalities have wheel taxes that range from ten dollars to 40 dollars per year. Republicans say its taxation without representation while municipalities say they need the money for road paving and transportation projects.
Read MoreThe Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has announced the launch of its official online merchandise store. The store feature a variety of items celebrating the state’s fish, wildlife, plants, public lands and recreation traditions. Proceeds from DNR merchandise sales directly support conservation and environmental education and outreach initiatives across the state. Profits from Smokey the Bear merchandise directly support the National Fire Prevention Program. The merchandise line includes, Musky Tees, Hunt Wisconsin Beanie’s Hunt Wisconsin Tees, Smokey Bear tees, Smokey
Read MoreThe Green Bay Packers announced that former Packers Tramon Williams and Earl Doston will be inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame at the 56th banquet next year. The Hall of Fame Induction Banquet is set for Thursday July, 30th , 2026, in the Lambeau Field Atrium. Ticket information is still being finalized and will be released in the near future. Tramon Williams was a cornerback who came to Green Bay in late 2006. Tackle Earl Doston spent
Read MoreA woman from southern Wisconsin won big from a home video. Lindsey Vanderbilt’s camera caught two men, slipping and falling on ice while trying to spread salt on a sidewalk. The video won the 20-thousand dollar prize on Sunday’s episode of America’s Funniest Home Videos. Vanderbilt told AVF host Alfonso Ribeiro, “They’ll be happy that they can go buy some more salt.” Because of her win, Vanderbilt will compete for 100-thousand dollars in January.
Read MoreXcel Energy recently received approval from the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) to move forward with the Western Wisconsin Transmission Connection (WWTC) project. “The WWTC project represents a critical investment in Wisconsin’s energy future,” said Karl Hoesly, president, Xcel Energy– Wisconsin and Michigan. “It reflects years of collaboration with communities and regulators to ensure a stronger, more resilient grid that can serve customers reliably for decades to come.” Once complete, the WWTC project will enhance Xcel Energy’s Wisconsin transmission
Read MoreThe Portage County Sheriff’s Office was quick to respond on Saturday to reports that a man was making potential threats targeting a religious organization. The situation was brought to the attention of law enforcement by the Veterans Crisis Line. Deputies tracked down the 49-year-old suspect and took him into custody.
Read MoreGovernor Tony Evers is rejecting a measure requiring Wisconsin state employees to spend most of their work time in a physical office. Assembly Bill 39 would’ve required state employees to spend 80 percent of their work hours in an office starting New Year’s Eve. Evers said he rejected the bill in its entirety and accused the legislature of “encroaching on the executive branch.” He also argued it would have an impact on Wisconsin taxpayers and “jeopardize the efficiencies” of state
Read MoreWestern Wisconsin lottery players and players around the country will be checking their tickets tonight to find out if they are the latest winner in the Powerball game. The estimated jackpot for tonight’s drawing is 419-million dollars. It has been nearly two months since the last time the Powerball jackpot was won.
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