DNR announces new tool for monitoring water quality
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) The Department of Natural Resources unveils a new tool to help monitor water quality. The Wisconsin Water Explorer is a web-based tool that can help residents address…
Spooner man arrested by Washburn SRT
SPOONER, Wis. (WJMC) — The Washburn County Special Response Team was called out Tuesday to take a man into custody. Spooner Police Chief Mike Kronberger said police officers and sheriff’s…
Evers releases Healthcare Workforce report
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Governor Tony Evers’ healthcare workforce task force has recommendations to help address challenges facing the industry. Lieutenant Governor Sarah Rodriguez says those include ways to increase…
Police presence at training at Menomonie Mayo Clinic
MENOMONIE, Wis. (WJMC) — The Menomonie Police Department is conducting training today and police say don’t be alarmed if you see an increased presence at Mayo Clinic in Menomonie. Police…
Kaul warns against future efforts similar to 2020 false elector schemes
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul warns that efforts akin to the Republican false elector scheme of 2020 would be subject to Department of Justice scrutiny. In…
UW system President introduces 25-27 budget request
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman proposes an additional $855 million in state aid in his two-year budget. Rothman says his 2025-27 budget proposal would allow…
Harley Davidson dials back DEI
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) — Harley-Davidson says its is done with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. In a Monday statement posted to ‘X’, the Milwaukee based motorcycle manufacturer said it has…
Lehman’s 90th celebration held Sunday, Aug. 18
RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) — Sunday, Aug. 18, marked the 90th anniversary of Lehman’s Supper Club in Rice Lake. Owners Butch and Trudy Lehman hosted an all-day party with complimentary…
Woman killed in Ladysmith house fire
LADYSMITH, Wis. (WRN) — A fatal house fire early Sunday morning in northwest Wisconsin. Firefighters in Ladysmith saw black smoke coming from an upstairs window of the home when they…
Two Saturday evening crashes result in investigations, possible charges for drivers
BARRON COUNTY, Wis. (WJMC) — Two rollover crashes Saturday evening in Barron County, and the drivers could face enforcement action, says Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald. A vehicle lost control…