WCLO News Features
Featured audio from today's stories in the WCLO newsroom.- Tuesday, September 30
- Economy doesn't slow local donations
- Downtown Janesville will soon have more parking
- Howard Dean
- Residents outline support for eliminating PD
- Churches cope with growth
- Carbon monoxide detectors
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on how the economy may be helping the United Way campaign.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the demolition of a downtown building.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reprots on Howard Dean in Janesville
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about a new Web site outlining the arguments for eliminating police and court services in the Town of Milton.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Cathy Idzerda about local churches working together to handle growth in their membership.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a new law requiring carbon-monoxide detectors in certain types of buildings
- Monday, September 29
- Restaurants revamp
- Congressman Paul Ryan discusses bailout vote
- Arft Conference
- Banned Books Week
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on changes you will see on Janesville's Milton Avenue.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Ryan's prediction that we'll soon see the consequences.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on Beloit City Manager Larry Arft attending an international conference
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the annual "Banned Book Week"
- Sunday, September 28
- Treat trees now to prevent Japanese beetles
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the best treatments as you winterize your garden.
- Friday, September 26
- Sheriff reports on jail, crime, and traffic
- Wind measurement tower approved
- JSD computer bug
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ann Marie Ames about the annual report from the Rock County Sheriff's Department.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about the approval of a wind measurement tower in the Town of Union.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a computer bug that got into Janesville School District computer servers
- Thursday, September 25
- Business leader to join city council delegation in Sedona
- Burglary increase
- Flu clinics scheduled
- UW-W could sue construction company
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the reasons Mary Willmer-Sheedy will make the trip.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on the number of Janesville burglaries
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the first flu clinics of the year
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Kayla Bunge about construction delays creating problems in some UW-Whitewater residence halls.
- Wednesday, September 24
- City Council delegation prepares for Sedona
- Mercy award
- Reaction to economic crisis
- Standards for Janesville school staff
- Janesville state aid
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the trip to uncover information about the city manager choice.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Mercy recognition as quality employer for older workers
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Kayla Bunge about how some local residents are reacting the turmoil on Wall Street.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Frank Schultz about new standards of professional behavior for Janesville School District staff.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on 2009 state aid for Janesville
- Tuesday, September 23
- Transit study
- Beloit Hospital expansion
- Wind tower proposal
- Milton fire department study
- Milton teacher contract
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a grant request for a transit study
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the expansion of the ER at Beloit Memorial Hospital
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Gina Duwe about a new wind measurement tower proposed for rural Rock County.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about a new study suggesting remodeling of construction of a new Milton Fire Department.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the terms of a new contract for teachers in the Milton School District.
- Monday, September 22
- Janesville Comprehensive Plan Open House
- Report on 2008 flood costs to Janesville
- State Aid up for Beloit
- Fairbanks Flats update
- Disposal of some items take extra effort
WCLO's Beth Wheelock previews what will be available at Tuesday's open house.
Public Works Director Jack Messer reports the costs and possible reimbursement to the City Council.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on some extra state aid for Beloit
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the historic Fairbanks Flats in Beloit are ready for tenants
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Kayla Bunge about items you should recycle, but shouldn't put in the recycling bin.
- Sunday, September 21
- First flooded homes to be demolished
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports about the demolition on Janesville's Main Street.
- Friday, September 19
- After BID
- No public hearing for BID
- Hufcor on the gobal stage
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on development after BID's failure
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on cancellation of BID public hearing
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about how a Janesville business is finding success in the global marketplace.
- Thursday, September 18
- Petitions bury BID
- Job grant
- Business shuffle
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the signatures certified by the City of Janesville.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on major job grant
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a change of plans for a business moving into Janesville
- Wednesday, September 17
- Beloit community leaders hope for Snappy new stadium
- Police training
- Stateline United Way
- Green Kettle
- The future of transit
- Tough housing market, more people
- Car dealer changes
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on preliminary ideas for a new minor league baseball stadium.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on intense police training at BTC
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the Stateline United Way campaign goal
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on energy savings at a Beloit plant using "green" techologies
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about a new look at the future of regional transportation in southern Wisconsin.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ted Sullivan about a housing slump and population growth in Walworth County.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about how "channeling" may have influenced changes in the local car dealership landscape.
- Tuesday, September 16
- City Council chooses two manager finalists
- Minority recruitment
- Red Cross responds
- Rock Aqua Jays survive
- Fulton Square update
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the selection the council made with "more confidence".
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Janesville's progress
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on local Red Cross response to hurricane disaster
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the status of the Rock Aqua Jay show ski team
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about the progress of a mixed use development in downtown Edgerton.
- Monday, September 15
- Petitions circulated for and against BID
- Sustainable committee
- Retailers and cell phone 'dead zones'
- State Job Centers now online
- Auto dealer musical chairs
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the topic that appears to have divided Janesville's downtown.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Sustainable Janesville Committee
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette business editor Jim Leute about cell phone 'dead zones' in retail stores.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports a new state web site makes finding a job easier
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on some big changes coming to auto dealers in Janesville
- Sunday, September 14
- "Unnatural causes"
- High school students to train with police
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on how racial disparity affects infant mortality.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on how JPD brings its popular SAFE classes to Parker and Craig.
- Friday, September 12
- More students taking breakfast
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo about greater demand for Janesville school breakfast clubs.
- Thursday, September 11
- Rock County Workender program expands
- Apparent murder-for-hire plot in Janesville
- Bulletproof vests for K-9 officers
- Beloit park expansion delay
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the addition of a mid-week component.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on the scheme that may have targeted a city council member.
A Janesville woman wants to protect dogs serving Wisconsin police departments. Kyle Geissler reports.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the new date for completion of the Beloit Riverside Park expansion
- Wednesday, September 10
- DOT plans open house for Highway 26 improvements
- County board to vote on cell tower for fairgrounds
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on the project from Janesville to Fort Atkinson.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the lease the Rock County Board will consider Thursday.
- Tuesday, September 9
- Special Investigations Unit formed
- Crops are dry
- Edgerton school cuts
- Technology and bar security
- 4th quarter Manpower
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on cooperation between Rock county law enforcement agencies
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on latest crop study
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about teaching cuts in the Edgerton School District.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ted Sullivan about new devices used for security at a Janesville bar.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on Rock County job prospects for the 4th quarter
- Monday, September 8
- Nepotism policy discontinued, but filing complaints still a concern
- Low voter turnout likley
- CNN stops in Milton
- Tough growing season
- Sewer extension
- Hahn campaigns while in army
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the Janesville City Council discussion of personnel procedures.
WCLO's Stan Stricker talks with Rock County Clerk Lori Stottler about voter turnout expectations.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on CNN News broadcasts from Milton
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Cathy Idzerda about a challenging growing season for farmers.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a proposed sewer extension in the Town of Beloit
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on an unusual campaign for the State Assembly
- Friday, September 5
- Janesville citizens toast Sheiffer's accomplishments
- Edgerton tourism
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on Steve Sheiffer's retirement reception.
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Stacy Vogel about efforts to bring more people to downtown Edgerton.
- Thursday, September 4
- Fitzpatrick sworn in as Rock County Circuit Court Judge
- Clean Sweep
- Husband charged in murder case
Governor Jim Doyle makes remarks at Michael Fitzpatrick's investiture Thursday.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the popular "Clean Sweep" program in Rock County
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Ted Sullivan about the arrest made in a ten-year-old murder case.
- Wednesday, September 3
- Parkview contract talks move to mediation
- Pot plantation
- Beloit projects
- Bus drops off girl in wrong spot
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the main sticking point during discussions.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on sophisticated operation
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the results of some Beloit city council action this week
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Shelly Birkelo about a 5-year-old Janesville girl dropped at the wrong bus stop.
- Tuesday, September 2
- Janesville TIF districts include unique features
- Rail business booming
- Tropp's new venture
- UW-W sends players to paralympic games
- Preschool 4 Janesville begins
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on how these TIFs are different.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on railroad business in smaller towns
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a new theatrical venture in Beloit
Kyle Geissler talks with Janesville Gazette reporter Kayla Bunge about UW-Whitewater players joining the US Paralympic men's basketball team.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the school district's new four-year-old kindergarten program.
- Monday, September 1
- Robson gets award
- Burning problems
- New franchise to open in downtown Janesville
WCLO's Steve Benton reports Judy Robson slated to receive an award
WCLO's Steve Benton reports there's some confusion about Beloit's burning ordinance
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the type of store that's usually seen near the interstate.
