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Beloit police investigate shooting
Beloit police are investigating an unusual drive-by shooting. A little after 2:00 a.m. Saturday morning shots were reported fired in the 1300 block of Wisconsin Avenue.

Milton police search schools
A search for illegal drugs at Milton High School turns up nothing. Milton police say they conducted a drug dog search of both the high and middle schools Friday morning. 

DNR urges safe boating practices
Boat landings in Rock County could get a little crowded this weekend, as we embrace the unofficial three day weekend beginning of summer.  DNR Conservation Warden Todd Schaller warns boaters about staying safe.

Milton police warn against Nerf war
Milton police are warning high school students against a potentially dangerous competition. Authorities say they've learned some student are engaged in a "Nerf Gun War". 

VetsRoll arrives to enthusiastic crowd
Patriotism runs high in Rock County, judging from the size of the crowd turning out in Beloit Wednesday night, to honor the service men and women returning from the latest "VetsRoll" expedition. 

State Senator Tim Cullen to Visit Beloit
A local legislator pays a visit to some of his youngest constituents.  State Senator Tim Cullen will pay a visit to Converse Elementary School in Beloit. Thursday at 1:00 p.m.
 
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Police issue warning on NERF gun war in Milton
The NERF war between high school students around Milton sounds like fun, Lt. John Conger admits. But shooting between moving cars and breaking into houses to win it is not a very good idea, he said. 05/24/2013 05:30:00pm
Angelina Jolie?s story puts focus on genetic screening for local women
A genetic test showing Kay Petkoff had an increased chance of breast and ovarian cancer left her worrying about her children. ?All I could think of in the immediate future is my kids. I need to be here for them,? the 43-year-old Clinton woman recalled thinking after her December 2011 test. 05/24/2013 05:30:00pm
Janesville City Council considers recruitment profile for manager
The Janesville City Council would like the job description for the new city manager to be less depressing?and more concise. 05/24/2013 05:20:00pm
Milton caretaker arrested on neglect charge
Police arrested the live-in caretaker of a Milton man Thursday after authorities said the senior was suffering from abuse and neglect in his home. 05/24/2013 05:10:00pm
Parker tabs new Distinguished Vikings
The latest alumni to be enshrined on plaques at Parker High School have distinguished themselves in the fields of law enforcement, industry and academia. The three will be honored in a ceremony today at Parker. 05/24/2013 05:05:00pm
Public Record for May 24, 2013
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Clinton students spend five action-packed days at Upham Woods center
Every year, sixth-grade students at Clinton Middle School spend five days at Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center near Wisconsin Dells. It?s not an end-of-the-year treat, it's part of the curriculum, said sixth-grade social studies teacher Anita Hasseler. 05/24/2013 05:00:00pm
Wisconsin unemployment rate continues to drop
Unemployment rates decreased in Rock and 67 other Wisconsin counties in April, continuing a trend typically seen as local economies come out of the winter doldrums and move into the spring and summer hiring seasons. 05/23/2013 05:35:00pm
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