Chetek Firefighters Ice Fishing Contest is January 16
CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) — A chance to win prizes on and off the ice is coming to Chetek this weekend. The Chetek Firefighters 31st annual adults and kids ice fishing…
The Dangers of Online Gaming presentation at Rice Lake Schools
RICE LAKE, Wis., (WJMC) — Child predators can contact and groom children through online games. Rice Lake School Resource Officers Andy Jondreau and Sephanie Bohl are addressing this topic for…
Gov. Evers opens new office of violence prevention
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers is using federal funding to open a new office of violence prevention. Speaking at the Capitol on Tuesday, Evers says he wishes…
State Assembly passes voter ID measure
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The Republican controlled Wisconsin State Assembly passed a bill Tuesday that will allow voters to add an amendment to the state constitution requiring a photo ID…
Duffy confirmation hearing set for Wednesday
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) — The former Wisconsin congressman tapped by president-elect Trump to lead the US Department of Transportation has a hearing before a congressional committee today. Trump picked Sean…
Free Ice Fishing Weekend is January 18-19
MADISON, Wis. (WJMC) — Free fishing weekend comes to Wisconsin. The Department of Natural Resources says Free Fishing Weekend allows anglers to cast out across Wisconsin without a license, a…
Ad wars begin in closely watched Wisconsin Supreme Court race
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Ad wars in the hotly contested race for control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court are beginning. Republican-backed candidate Brad Schimel is launching a $1.1 million television…
Entries from high schoolers accepted for 2026 state park pass design
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Entries are being accepted to design next year’s state park and forest vehicle pass. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says high school-age students can submit…
Safety tips for dealing with kids in cold temps
As temperatures dip into single digits and below zero, UW Health offers tips on how to keep kids safe if they’re outside. UW Health Child Safety Manager Rishelle Eithun says…
Kohl’s announces store closings around the country
MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. (WRN) — A Wisconsin-based retailer will be closing stores across the country. Friday, Kohl’s announced its plan to close 27 underperforming stores in 15 states by April.…