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The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office says they’ve found more remains that they think are those of Sade Robinson. Deputies say someone found an arm and a torso while walking along the beach in South Milwaukee yesterday. Robinson has been missing since earlier this month when she went on a date with the man now being held in connection to her death. Deputies found a leg in Cudahy the day she was reported missing, and found other remains in her burned

Five people who worked at the prison in Waupun have either been fired or have quit in connection to the federal investigation into smuggling. The Justice Department is not saying if any charges have been filed, but investigators say the case remains open. The feds started looking into the prison after Governor Evers asked for a formal investigation into the prison. Since the beginning of the investigation, 11 prison employees have been placed on leave. As of this week, just

The vice president is coming back to Wisconsin. The White House yesterday said Vice President Kamala Harris will be in La Crosse on Monday. It is her third visit to Wisconsin so far this year. The VP will once again be focusing on abortion during her stop. Harris’ visit underscores just how important Wisconsin is in this fall’s race for president. She was in Madison last month, and in the Milwaukee suburbs back in January as well.

Wisconsin’s high school sports managers may allow high schoolers to get NIL money in the future.  The WIAA will vote next week on whether to allow high school athletes to be paid. The NIL proposal would ban any NIL deal with ties to gambling, smoking, or drinking. It would also not allow students to wear their uniforms or school logos, and ban boosters from offering NIL money as a way to recruit kids to a specific school. Some high school

Container Park in Altoona is coming together. City leaders last night held an open house to show locals how they plan to turn old shipping containers into stores and restaurants in what’s currently an empty lot. Assistant City Administrator Roy Atkinson said the idea is unique and exciting. If all goes well, the park, and its brightly colored containers will open later this summer and you can see more coverage on this story with WEAU 13 News and an easy

The latest snapshot of Wisconsin’s economy shows little has changed. The state’s Department of Workforce Development yesterday released the unemployment numbers for March. The state says Wisconsin’s unemployment rate continues to hover at three percent, while the state’s labor participation rate continues to sit below 66 percent. The good news is Wisconsin’s labor participation rate is almost three points better than the national rate. In all, just over three million people are working in Wisconsin.

It’s time to stretch the Spring cleaning into the cabinets and drawers. Participate in the National Prescription Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27th. Gather what you no longer need, remove or cover up personal information, and place it in a zip-top bag. If you can’t make it, many permanent drug drop boxes are available year-round across the state in convenient locations like pharmacies and police stations. We accept: CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

The competency hearing for a man accused of killing his eight-year-old sister is today.  A judge ordered the hearing for Dayveon Lathrop, who is charged with the murder of his adopted sister. Her body was found hidden in the family’s laundry room in the Town of Fulton last month. The autopsy shows her injuries are consistent with a weapon found on the scene. The case will be reviewed at a hearing again in May.

Did you know you don’t have to mow your lawn in May if you live within the city limits in Marshfield? No Mow May is an initiative that encourages gardeners and homeowners to let their lawns grow wild in the interest of biodiversity and supporting important pollinator populations.  Many wildflowers bloom during May, providing a vital source of nectar and pollen for pollinators. By allowing these flowers to grow and avoiding mowing the lawn, people can help provide a much-needed

One bowl may not seem like a lot, but the impact is enormous when they’re all stacked together. To represent that, a favorite event returns to the Valley.  For 24 years, Feed My People’s annual Empty Bowls fundraiser has brought together handcrafted bowls, supporters like you, and a determination to take a bite out of local hunger. With your support, this fundraiser is on track to raise enough groceries for over 200,000 meals for children, seniors, and families experiencing food