WCLO News Features
Featured audio from today's stories in the WCLO newsroom.- Thursday, October 30
- Town of Milton referendum
- Clinton referendum
- Candid-ate Camera
- Campaign sign theft
- Presny flood repairs
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the ballot question that asks if the Town needs a police department.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on the Clinton School District's pending referendum
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Forward Janesville's take on the elections
Neither political party is immune from accusations of sign stealing. Kyle Geissler reports.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on flood repair work in Janesville
- Wednesday, October 29
- Food grants
- New Director for JPAC
- Rock County budget change
- Williams recording
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on potential for expanding Beloit's food markets
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the selection of a new JPAC Director
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a requested change to the 2009 Rock County budget
Bonnie Davis, Janesville recreation director, taped a conversation with Mike Williams, leisure services director. On the tape, Williams can be heard saying that he destroyed documents.
Read the full story here - Tuesday, October 28
- Absentee delays
- Who needs political scientists when you have elementary school students?
- Beloit Turner tax increase
- JPD auto break-ins
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on anticipated delays on election night
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the results of Tuesday's mock presidential election.
Taxpayers in the Beloit Turner School District will see their bills increase. Kyle Geissler reports.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on thefts from autos in area motel parking lots
- Monday, October 27
- 43rd Assembly candidates on health care
- State budget cuts
- Rough holiday season
- Low income growth
- Aqua Jays in the Middle East
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports that a top issue in the ads might not be a top issue with the candidates.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on budget challenges
A tough economy may give families reason to find a new focus for their holiday celebrations. Kyle Geissler reports.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports Rock County is on a list of the lowest income growth areas in the country
A group of Rock Aqua Jays are taking their show to the Middle East. Kyle Geissler reports.
- Sunday, October 26
- Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
- Crisis intervention procedure
- Chief Klubertanz responds
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the walk of well-heeled Rock County men.
Rock County Crisis Intervention and the procedures they follow when dealing with a suicidal subject.
Edgerton Police Chief Tom Klubertanz' response to questions about the handling of the Vordermann murder-suicide case.
- Friday, October 24
- Town of Beloit fire station
- North Rock County United Way update
- Beloit office moves
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on fire station plans for Town of Beloit
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the status of the North Rock County United Way fund drive
WCLO's Steve Benton says a couple Beloit city offices find new homes
- Thursday, October 23
- Janesville School Board begins superintendent search
- Motorcycle glory
- High school renovation projects
- Flood damage funding
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the preliminary direction of the search.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on former Harley Davidson CEO's success story
Some Janesville students will be enjoying renovated spaces at the high schools sooner than expected. Kyle Geissler reports.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports initial funding for Rock County flood victims is available
- Wednesday, October 22
- Burglary suspects caught
- Traffic light timing
- Foreclosure forecast
- UW Rock green revolution
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on possible end to rash of car break ins
The next time you are stopped at a red light in Janesville, it might be best to remember you are only one part of a part of a larger transportation system. Kyle Geissler reports.
Foreclosures are down in Rock County, but it probably not going to stay that way. Kyle Geissler reports.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on Recycling 101 on UW Rock County campus
- Tuesday, October 21
- Absentee voting
- Gardens need city support
- Nursing degree for Rock County?
- Embezzlement arrest
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports in popularity of absentee voting
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the Rotary Gardens Board questions the lack of support from the Janesville Council
Nursing students may soon be able to get a bachelor's degree in Rock County. Kyle Geissler reports.
A Delavan woman is facing felony charges after investigators say she embezzled hundreds of thousands of dollars from her employer. Kyle Geissler reports.
- Monday, October 20
- Safe training a success
- Congressional forum
- Bomb scare charge requested
- Beloit College Trio
- Campaign workers
- Animal fund running short
- Economy produces more overcrowding at Rock Co Humane Society
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on school district self defense classes
WCLO's Stan Stricker previews a League of Women Voters event
WCLO's Steve Benton reports Milton police forward charge in bomb threat
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the combination of four self-help programs at Beloit College
Rock County presidential campaign workers have two weeks to encourage local voters to head to the polls in support of their candidates. Kyle Geissler reports.
A dwindling fund means fewer animals are getting needed veterinary care. Kyle Geissler reports.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the overcrowding, and how you can help for free.
- Friday, October 17
- Lear to close in December
- Inmate returns to mentor
- Beloit sweep
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the closing of Lear Corp and Flint Special Services.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ted Sullivan about a former Walworth County Jail inmate who has returned to the jail to mentor current inmates.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the results of an illegal drug sweep in Beloit
- Thursday, October 16
- Janesville landlords learn how to prevent hoarding
- Door to door warning
- Beloit gets new manufacturing plant
- Power line project is unique
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the behavior that can be a symptom of mental illness.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on police warning about sales crews
WCLO's Steve Benton reports an Idaho food processing company has chosen Beloit for a research and development and food processing operation
A power line construction project in Rock County is unique in the Midwest. Kyle Geissler reports.
- Wednesday, October 15
- Coats for kids
- Early deer hunt
- Pot growing operation
- Thirft store business boom
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the Coats for Kids program needs more donations
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the four day early deer hunt
A marijuana growing operation discovered in Rock County in August appears to be part of a wider organized operation. Kyle Geissler reports.
Some local businesses are thriving in the poor economy. Kyle Geissler reports.
- Tuesday, October 14
- School board debates superintendent search
- Preserving farm land
- Janesville mock elections
- Roberta Gassman GM
- New GM products?
- GM closing economic impact
- GM workers and community react to plant closing
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on commissioners' concerns about the process.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on environmental group's opposition of Janesville's comprehensive plan.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on mock elections in Janesville schools
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on DWD Secretary Roberta Gassman and GM reaction
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about which products might be considered for the GM assembly plant in Janesville.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about how the closing of GM might affect the local economy.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports that while the announcement was anticipated, it's still a concern.
- Monday, October 13
- Janesville City Council news conference
- GM Sheridan react
- GM closing date official
Hear WCLO's coverage of the news conference responding to GM's announcement.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the reaction of Mike Sheridan to the SUV production end date announced Monday morning
Kyle Geissler talks with GM plant spokesperson Mary Fanning about the announcement made to Janesville GM employees early Monday morning.
- Sunday, October 12
- Beloit Schools face $3.6 million in reductions
- Evansville likes it green
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the culprit behind the cuts.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Evansville's environmental partnership with the state
- Saturday, October 11
- Lawmakers anticipate GM announcement
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the closing announcement expected Monday.
- Friday, October 10
- Janesville superintendent retires
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Janesville School's need for a new superintendent, announced by school board president DuWayne Severson.
- Thursday, October 9
- Saturday voter registration
- North Rock County United Way allocations
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports that Rock County municipalities are opening their doors Saturday.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on agency allocation cuts for 2009 approved by the North Rock County United Way Board
- Wednesday, October 8
- Waiting for GM
- Logan Museum
- Nursing Conference
- New location for Basics
- Simmons layoffs
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on waiting game with GM
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a records upgrade for Beloit College's Logan Museum
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a two day nursing conference in Janesville
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about a new location for a Basics Cooperative Natural Foods.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about layoffs at the Simmons bedding plant in Janesville.
- Tuesday, October 7
- Beloit Casino suit update
- Fire Prevention Week
- Higher heating costs
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on an update of a lawsuit filed by a tribe involved in the Beloit casino project
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on local fire prevention week efforts
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo about high heating costs this upcoming winter and what you can do about it.
- Monday, October 6
- School safety up for discussion in Janesville
- More work for GM
- Pumpkin harvest
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on how a national expert rates Janesville's safety.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on additional weeks for GM workers
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Cathy Idzerda about the condition of the local pumpkin harvest.
- Sunday, October 5
- Beloit may change animal ordinance
- City works to repair sink holes before winter
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports that the number of pets allowed may change for all residents.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports that some streets are expected to reopen soon.
- Friday, October 3
- Going Green
- The future without a BID
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Janesville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau efforts to attract eco-friendly business
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about how supporters and opponents of a "Business Improvement District" (BID) in downtown Janesville are proceeding after the proposal's defeat.
- Thursday, October 2
- Local campaign workers react to VP debate
- Satellite sheriff's office
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on how they feel their candidates performed.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the Rock County Sheriff's Department is opening a sub-station in Footville
- Wednesday, October 1
- Janesville City Manager to sign contract Thursday
- New hospital named
- Colonial encampment
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on Eric Levitt's new career in Janesville.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the name chosen for the new Dean Health Care System hospital in Janesville
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a special event at Rock County's Beckman Mill Park
