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Racine County’s sheriff is calling a shooting at a local hospital yesterday a case of self defense. The sheriff says a deputy was guarding a hospitalized arson suspect when the suspect attacked. During the fight the deputy fired her pistol, wounding the suspect. The deputy wasn’t wounded, and it’s not clear if she was hurt. Investigators say it happened about 1 a.m. yesterday at Ascension All Saints Hospital. The hospital says safety is its top priority, but couldn’t comment on

A Milwaukee couple is under arrest after police pulled guns and alligators out of their home on the city’s south side. Animal rescuers say in addition to the gators, they found four dogs and a dozen reptiles. Police arrested the man and woman who were at the house. The Milwaukee County D.A. will have to decide on formal charges.

If you are a winter lover, good news! Snow is headed our way and we aren’t alone. Millions of Americans are bracing for a major winter storm.  Forecasters say after forming in the northwest it will track to the East bringing heavy snow and freezing rain to some areas.  Major cities including Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo and Boston can expect a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain later in the week.

The Green Bay Packers today announced plans for the ‘Packers Tailgate Tour,’ set for April 11-15, which will travel from Green Bay to Western and Northern Wisconsin to visit with fans and thank them in person for their support. After transitioning to a modified version of the event during the last two years with the Packers Road Trip, this year’s event will retain a similar format to the Road Trip, while returning to the fan-favorite Tailgate Tour name. The event

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources wants to know where the state’s black bear dens are.  The DNR is asking residents to report when they find black bear dens.  It’s part of the Black Bear Litter and Diet Survey, which aims to determine black bear reproduction rates and manage their population.

 Law enforcement in Dodge County is looking for a missing inmate.  The sheriff’s office says Andrew Zirbel didn’t return to the Huber Center in Juneau after a medical evaluation last week.  The sheriff’s office says he was last seen in Beaver Dam but he could also be in Waupun. Anyone that sees him is asked to call the sheriff’s office.

It’s a first for the Evers Administration this week.  Senators will finally begin hearings on the governor’s nominees for various boards and commissions. It is the first time in over four years that the Wisconsin Senate will begin the process to vote on the governor’s people.  This week’s hearings are all for minor boards or commissions.  There’s still no word when the Senate will get to the governor’s nominees to head state agencies.

The American Heart Association reports more than 356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests each year in the U.S., with nearly 90% of them being fatal. With timely, crucial emergency medical treatment, many heart attack deaths may be prevented. On average, Americans wait two hours or more before seeking medical attention for heart attack symptoms, and far too many heart attack patients drive themselves or have a family member drive them to the hospital. During American Heart Month, HSHS Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s

Royal Credit Union (Royal) announced the opening of its Mortgage Operations Center at 419 N Hastings Place.  This location will serve as a hub for mortgage and home equity office operations. The office will be open by appointment only. “Royal’s growth in mortgage products and services made the creation of the Mortgage Operations Center a priority.  This location gives Royal the opportunity to improve operational efficiencies for our mortgage operations team members allowing them to serve our Members more effectively.”

If you have a cookie that’s a crowd favorite, it’s time to whip it up! Feb. 24 is the deadline to submit recipes for the 2023 We Energies Cookie Book. This year, they are highlighting the hard work of first responders and want to share recipes and stories featuring their commitment to the community. Bakers can showcase their department by submitting a group or individual recipe. Is someone on staff known for spoiling the team with treats? Is there a