WCLO News Features
Featured audio from today's stories in the WCLO newsroom.- Friday, November 30
- Residents invited to Beloit teachers conference
- Beloit gets ready for BIFF
- Money to fight gangs
- Reaction to the hunt
- Forward Janesville moving
- Help for Odd Fellows
Steve Benton reports an upcoming staff development conference for Beloit teachers will be open to residents
Steve Benton reports the 3rd Beloit International Film Festival will be bigger and better
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ann Marie Ames about grant money to fight gangs in Rock County.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Mike Heine about reaction to numbers from the recent deer hunt.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about plans to move the Forward Janesville offices.
Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo talks about an effort to help members of the Odd Fellows lodge in downtown Janesville.
- Thursday, November 29
- Rock County prepares for snow
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on local preparations for the weekend's snow.
- Wednesday, November 28
- Beloit police work to stop shooting incidents
- Beef on the lose in Rock County
- Options for Packer's fans
- Janesville school construction update
- Plans unveiled for health care facility
Steve Benton reports Beloit police are investigating a rash of "shots fired" incidents
Steve Benton reports Rock County Sheriff's Deputies take part in a cattle round-up
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about the options Packer fans have for watching Thursday's game.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Frank Schultz about a construction update for the Janesville School Board.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the unveiling of updated plans for a new Edgerton Hospital and Health Services facility.
- Tuesday, November 27
- Property deed scam
- Janesville City Council Member not running
- Milton School Board President not running
- A Janesville company is named to the state's Green Tier program
- Records show legal case not done
- Mehlert appears in court
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on a company's offer to Rock County homeowners.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Paul William's decision not to run
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Sue Johnson's decision not to run
Steve Benton reports the Evonik Goldschmidt Company is working toward reducing its environmental footprint
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Mike Heine about the legal case involving a former Whitewater businessman and a now-retired Whitewater detective.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the charges against Sue Mehlert related to theft at a Milton church.
- Monday, November 26
- JEA health care costs
- Janesville stand off ends peacefully
- Janesville Council Member decides not to run
- "Health Village" plans go public
- Janesville school leadership gets training
- Walworth County health care costs
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the role of health care in teacher contract talks.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on early morning police stand off
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Craig DeGarmo's decision not to run
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the unveiling of updated plans for a new Edgerton Hospital and Health Services facility.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Frank Schultz about management training being planned for Janesville School District leaders.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Mike Heine about how health care costs are affecting Walworth County government.
- Sunday, November 25
- JEA JSD meet again
- Janesville skateboard ordinance
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the meeting of the two negotiating teams.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the proposed skateboard ordinance.
- Saturday, November 24
- Wellnitz decides not to run
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Wellnitz's decision not to run
- Friday, November 23
- Beloit city official seeks poll workers
- Beloit Fire wreath
- Black Friday
Steve Benton reports Beloit City Clerk Carol Alexander is updating her poll worker list
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the Beloit fire wreath.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on tips to survive Black Friday.
- Thursday, November 22
- Beloit graffiti
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on reducing graffiti in Beloit.
- Wednesday, November 21
- Gas leak fixed at Beloit Memorial Hospital
- Arrest made in old Beloit murder
- Residents react to Town of Milton budget
- Profile of SC Aviation
Steve Benton reports a gas leak at Beloit Memorial Hospital is now fixed
Steve Benton reports on the arrest of a man in a 2005 shooting death
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the Town of Milton budget.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about SC Aviation.
- Tuesday, November 20
- Beloit Schools lose program funding
- Rock County speed enforcement effort
- Town of Beloit studies wind farms
- Children's museum will be studied
Steve Benton reports fewer federal dollars are going to Beloit's Alcohol, Tobacco and other Drug Abuse programs
Steve Benton reports the Rock County Sheriff's Department and State Patrol are teaming up for another speed enforcement effort
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ann Marie Ames about the Town of Beloit's consideration of wind farm regulations.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ann Fiore about a grant which will fund a feasibility study for a children's museum in Janesville.
- Monday, November 19
- New tower enhances 911 communications
- Tallman House in question
- Good opening weekend deer hunt
- Toy recalls
- Preparations for winter walk
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the new tower in the Town of Avon.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Tallman House shortfall
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on a strong opening weekend Rock county deer hunt
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Frank Schultz about recant toy recalls and what parents need to know.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo about preparations for this year's Winter Wonderland Walk at Rotary Gardens.
- Friday, November 16
- Rock County officials urge safety during hunt
- Rock County drops in health ranking
Steve Benton reports the Rock County Sheriff's Department urges safety during this week's deer hunt
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about how Rock County rates in new state health rankings.
- Thursday, November 15
- School board special closed session
- United Way tops $1 million
- Janesville Salvation Army needs red kettle volunteers
- Disability Rights Wisconsin vs. Walworth County
- Presentation on student poverty
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the Janesville School Board's special negotiation session.
Stan Stricker reports on United Way campaign
Steve Benton reports volunteers for the Janesville Salvation Army red kettle campaign are needed
Oral arguments from the Disability Rights Wisconsin vs. Walworth County lawsuit. The arguments were made Friday, Nov. 9, at the United States Appeals Court in Chicago.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Frank Schultz about a presentation given by a Beloit teacher on how students are affected by poverty.
- Wednesday, November 14
- Janeville Fire Lieutenant talks safety
- Beloit Memorial Hospital investigates gas leak
- Janesville teachers intensify job actions
- Walworth County Board passes budget
- Building redeveloped in downtown Evansville
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Holiday fire danger
Steve Benton reports on the investigation into a gas leak at Beloit Memorial Hospital Tuesday night
Steve Benton reports Janesville teachers are asked to ramp up their job actions as they await contract mediation
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Mike Heine about the Walworth County budget and some of the 11th hour changes proposed for the budget.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about the redevelopment of the Eager building in downtown Evansville.
- Tuesday, November 13
- School board rejects cell tower
- Janesville SWAT trains
- Rock County Board sets 2008 tax levy
- Reward offered in alpaca beheading case
- Teen may face charges after fatal crash
- Fire at UWW frat house
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the vote to reject a cell tower at Marshall Middle School.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Jansville SWAT training
Steve Benton reports the Rock County Board raises the 2008 tax levy but lowers the tax rate
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Mike Heine about the growing support for the owner of an alpaca found beheaded in October.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Mike Heine about the possible charges facing a Badger High School student after a fatal Walworth County crash.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Carla McCann about the fire at the TKE frat house Monday morning.
- Monday, November 12
- Cell Tower preview
- Milton survey nearly complete
- Beloit College funding at risk
- Gas prices on the rise
- Evansville considers library expansion
- Beloit officials watch casino lawsuit
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on opposition from citizens and school board.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on progress of Milton development survey
Steve Benton reports federal funding for equipment for Beloit College's new Science Center could be cut
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about a renewed boost in gas prices.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about Evansville's plan to expand the library and possibly purchase the post office.
Steve Benton reports on a federal lawsuit which could affect the Beloit casino application
- Sunday, November 11
- Fire Safe Cigarettes
- Veterans day in Janesville
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on Fire Safe Cigarette legislation.
WCLO's Stan Stricker gives a short report on Traxler ceremony
- Friday, November 9
- Bank robbery in Footville
- Janesville Salvation Army gets grant
- Local cable producers facing changes
- WCLO at the scene
Stan Stricker reports on the search for suspects after a bank robbery in Footville.
Steve Benton reports on the Janesville Salvation Army receiving a grant from Target
Steve Benton reports the new video competition act will bring changes to local cable access
Janesville Gazette reporter Ann Marie Ames from the scene of the manhunt.
- Thursday, November 8
- MRSA in Janesville
- Rising concern over homeless veterans
- Janesville bridge reviewed
- North Rock County United Way fund drive ahead of last year
- Medical response to sporting events
- Asssessing Edgerton 4K
- Rock County Budget Hearing
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the possibility of a MRSA outbreak in Janesville schools.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on local concerns of homeless veterans
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on status of aging Janesville bridge
Steve Benton reports on the North Rock County United Way fund drive hitting 40% of goal.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Marcia Nelesen about how different school districts address the issue of medical emergencies at athletic events.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about how Edgerton's four-year-old Kindergarten program is going.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the public hearing for the 2008 Rock County budget.
- Wednesday, November 7
- Janesville school groundbreakings
- John Berkley on GM posting losses
- Milton considers new city budget
Steve Benton reports on groundbreaking ceremonies at Janesville Craig and Parker High Schools
John Berkley appears on WCLO's Stan Milam Show to talk about the $39 billion dollar third quarter loss posted by General Motors.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the proposed budget for the city of Milton.
- Tuesday, November 6
- Supreme Court denies Edgerton fire appeal
- Rock County DA gets some help
- Rock County looks at Nursing home study
- Rock County Health Department undertakes an assessment
- Odd Fellows survey the fire damage
- Teen could face charges after crash
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the Supreme Court decision.
Stan Stricker reports on state budget approved DA office addition
Steve Benton reports on a request for a study of Rock County's nursing home
Steve Benton reports on the Rock County Health Department's plan to assess their services throughout the county
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo about what she saw when toured the fire-damaged Odd Fellows lodge on Main Street in downtown Janesville.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Mike Heine about a fatal crash over the weekend that could mean criminal charges for a Walworth County teen.
- Monday, November 5
- Possible demolition of 2300 Kellogg
- Rock County Sheriff cracks down on taverns
- Kettle recognized for going "green"
- ECHO receives a new truck
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the fate of the former Community Action space.
Stan Stricker reports on deputy sweep of area taverns
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about why the new Kettle Foods factory in Beloit is considered "green".
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo about a new truck donated to ECHO.
- Friday, November 2
- Web Site opposes Janesville waterpark
- Janesville, Beloit transit systems get good marks in analysis
Stan Stricker reports on Janesville man's fight to save a dog park
Steve Benton reports on the latest state performance analysis of the Janesville and Beloit transit systems
- Thursday, November 1
- Janesville police check up on sex offenders
- Top dollar for art in Beloit
- Claim filed against Evansville Schools
- Salvation Army prepared for Kettle Campaign
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on Janesville police efforts to keep trick or treaters safe
Steve Benton reports on big Beloit art auction
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about a claim filed by a mother and daughter against the Evansville School District.
Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo talks with Janesville Salvation Army Captain Kirk Schuetz about the upcoming red kettle Campaign.
