WCLO News Features
Featured audio from today's stories in the WCLO newsroom.- Saturday, May 31
- Paul Ryan with the Gazette Editorial Board
Congressman Paul Ryan talks with the Janesville Gazette Editorial Board about his plan to address financial challenges in the federal government.
- Friday, May 30
- Lightning strike causes Beloit fire
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on an apartment fire in Beloit
- Thursday, May 29
- Acquisition of 337 N Franklin
- United Way shortfall
- Dangerous road
- foreign language
- IRS shuts down furniture store
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the city's potential acquisition of 337 N. Franklin.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on cuts
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on deadly stretch of road
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on possible curriculum changes
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about IRS officials shutting down a Janesville furniture store.
- Wednesday, May 28
- Janesville National Guard unit to deploy
- Library return
- School costs rise
- GM production plans
- Rock County fatal accident
- School board debates job for Rashkin
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the National Guard unit's upcoming deployment.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on investment return
WCLO's Stan Stricker talks to Janesville School's Business Manager
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about changes in production at the GM plant in Janesville.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on an arrest in a fatal traffic accident in Rock County
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the controversy surrounding a staff development position.
- Tuesday, May 27
- Summer blood drives
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on Rock County Red Cross blood drives in June
- Monday, May 26
- Janesville's Memorial Day ceremony
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the ceremony at Lower Courthouse Park in Janesville.
- Friday, May 23
- Energy drink ban
- Riverfest volunteers
- State immunization updates
- Closing campus at Turner
- Mercy Health System gets awards
- Lake District appeal
- National Guard deployment
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on proposed ban
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on volunteer shortage
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the measles outbreak and new immunization requirements
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ann Marie Ames about the possibility of closing campus for lunch at Beloit Turner High School.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on environmental awards for Mercy Health System
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the Rock Koshkonong Lake District's decision to appeal a circuit court ruling regarding lake levels.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Frank Schultz about an upcoming deployment for the National Guard unit stationed in Janesville.
- Thursday, May 22
- AirFEST preview
- Jail Diversion`
- Water test
- Changes to cable
- New life for Milton College?
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on why some fans are looking forward to AirFEST.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on easing jail overcrowding
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on water testing
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about whether Janesville residents will notice a change in state law regarding cable.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about revitalization plans for Milton that calls for new uses for the Milton College campus.
- Wednesday, May 21
- JFD Station One tour
- Rock County farm yields
- Milton High School price tag
- YMCA land purchase in Milton
- Paul Ryan's Road Map
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the possibilities for Janesville's Fire Station One.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ann Marie Ames about Rock County crop yields.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the price tag on a possible high school project.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about plans to build a YMCA in Milton's Crossridge Park.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on Congressman Paul Ryan's ambitious plan to fix the nation's fiscal problems
- Tuesday, May 20
- Public Works open house
- GM buyout list grows
- Veterans' families tell their stories
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Public Works open hosue
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on GMbuyout numbers for Janesville
A group of Evansville area women are remembering how they, their husbands, and families, coped during times when their solders were off to war. Kyle Geissler reports.
- Monday, May 19
- Koepp enters not guilty plea
- Koepp arraignment
- Click it or ticket
- Dog Park meeting
- Gangs in schools
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the not guilty plea entered by James Koepp.
Hear WCLO's audio from James Koepp's arraignment on three counts of first degree intentional homicide.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on seat belt enforcement
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on potential for change at dog park
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Frank Schultz about Janesville police and school officials working together on gang issues.
- Sunday, May 18
- Meet K9 Karo
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the police dog's introduction to the public.
- Friday, May 16
- Ryan talks taxes
- Janesville educator gets award
- Parkview enrollment plan
- Supporters of Woodman's union decertification
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on taxes
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on an award for Carrie Kulinski
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about efforts to boost enrollment in the Parkview School District.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about the stance taken by Woodman's Food Market employees who support a union decertification vote.
- Thursday, May 15
- New K-9 unit comes to Janesville
- Kids practice fire safety
- Beloit gets new organic grocery
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the newest addition to the Janesville Police Department
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ann Marie Ames about the Stateline Survive Alive House.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a new grocer that will sell locally produced and organic foods
- Wednesday, May 14
- Rock County Sheriff's awards
- airfest
- More tests for Beloit students
- Law enforcement honored
- Whitewater frat punished
- Lake level ruling reaction
- Basement fire
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the first annual Sheriff's Office Awards.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on additional Airfest act
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on two new tests for Beloit School District children
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Kayla Bunge about a Walworth County law enforcement officer receiving honors for his work.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Kayla Bunge about sanctions against a UW-Whitewater fraternity.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the options the Rock Koshkonong Lake District has in appealing a ruling regarding lake levels.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a Wednesday morning basement fire in Janesville
- Tuesday, May 13
- Sheriff's awards
- Italian House moves
- Rock River still high
- Italian House moving
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Award's ceremony
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on restaurant move
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the "No Wake Zone" restrictions remain on the Rock River
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about Italian House moving to a new property.
- Monday, May 12
- Gateway extension
WCLO's Steve Benton reports Beloit given the green light for Gateway road extension
- Friday, May 9
- Edgerton skate park update
- Foster families needed in Rock County
- Homeless shelter wrap-up
- Janesville native authors books
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the progress of Edgerton's skate park.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the need for foster families in Rock County
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about how a shelter for single homeless men performed in its first season.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo about Janesville native Danielle Fox's career in the publishing business.
- Thursday, May 8
- Tunnel cost
- Evansville truancy
- Fallen officers honored
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on tunnel delay
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about concerns in Evansville about parents not being notified when their students are truants.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on Rock County representation at the annual Wisconsin Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony
- Wednesday, May 7
- Woodman's employee union rally
- Sustainable Expo
- Rock County lists delinquent taxes
- Mercy/YMCA partnership
- Wind energy for Evansville?
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the rally planned for Woodman's union workers.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on sustainable energy expo
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the posting of delinquent personal property taxes
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about a partnership between Mercy Hospital and the YMCA.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports Evansville is ready for wind energy
- Tuesday, May 6
- New deputy goal for Workender program
- Hixson films
- New assisted living facility
- GM and state grants
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the need for an additional deputy and a correctional officer.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on legislator's star turn
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about plans for a new assisted living facility in Footville.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about GM falling short on employment levels tied to state grants.
- Monday, May 5
- Preview of Young Professionals meeting
- Employment Expo
- Beloit Schools eye a uniform dress code
- Lear layoffs
- Farmers' market preview
- U.A.W. election
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the creation of a young professionals group.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the Rock County Employment Expo
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the Beloit School District has formed an ad hoc committee to look into a tighter dress code
Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute talks to WCLO's Stan Milam Show about possible layoffs at Lear Corp.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Cathy Idzerda about the upcoming farmers' market season.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about this week's U.A.W. Local 95 election.
- Sunday, May 4
- Beloit beer gardens
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the growing popularity of businesses offering outdoor drinking.
- Saturday, May 3
- Self Defense
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on self defense class to be taught
- Friday, May 2
- Congressman Paul Ryan reacts to GM layoffs
- Gas siphoning
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on reactions by Congressman Paul Ryan to GM layoffs and Federal Reserve interest rate cuts
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about a case of gas siphoning at a vehicle repair shop
- Thursday, May 1
- Rapid Response
- Cougar follow-up
- Airfest nears
- Grandparents parenting
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on state's rapid response to GM lay-offs
Janesville Gazette reporter Ann Marie Ames discusses the cougar on WCLO's Stan Milam Show (with guest host Gary Wescott).
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on final plans for Southern Rock County's Airfest
More grandparents are finding themselves taking the role of primary caregiver for their grandchildren. Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo talked to a Beloit family in this situation. Kyle Geissler reports.
