WCLO News Features
Featured audio from today's stories in the WCLO newsroom.- Wednesday, June 30
- Citizens' reactions to Obama visit
- Milton make-over
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the reactions from Racine.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on plans to unveil Milton's Goodrich Square Master plan
- Tuesday, June 29
- Slow mow for Janesville
- Runner wants to recognize veterans
- Allied Systems workers may lose benefits
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on rain delays for mowing Janesville city parks
A former Rock County Sheriff and retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel is digging out his combat boots to raise some money to recognize local veterans. Fred Falk wants to raise $20,000 to dedicate the lobby of the new Edgerton Hospital to local veterans. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
About 70 former workers and retirees of Allied Systems in Janesville are on the verge of losing health insurance benefits they expected to have the rest of their lives. United Auto Workers attorneys are seeking a temporary restraining order that would prevent an abrupt end of benefits. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
- Monday, June 28
- From one BTC to another
- Landfill losses
Newly-selected Blackhawk Tech president Thomas Eckert comes from Bellingham Tech in Washington. WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on need to fill budget gap left by economic downturn at Janesville municipal landfill
- Friday, June 25
- Janesville City Council to discuss fireworks contribution
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on financial support for Independence Day on the Rock.
- Thursday, June 24
- Police prep for 4th of July
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on local preparations for the 4th of July celebration
- Wednesday, June 23
- JEA and school board to meet with mediator
- Storm causes extensive crop damage in Rock County
- Milton teacher get late settlement offer
- JPD Promotions
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the mediation process.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on survey of crop damage from Monday's storm
An arbitrator is preparing to hear both sides trying to negotiate a Milton teacher contract. The district offered teachers an 11th hour settlement ahead of Thursday's meeting with an arbitrator. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the latest promotions within the Janesville police department
- Tuesday, June 22
- Janesville school board appoints new administrators
- Grant intended to promote job growth
- Drunk hits "speed trailer"
- Questions about Edgertion fire station study
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the hirings.
WCLO'S Stan Stricker reports on U.S. Economic Development Administration grant expected to help create 500 jobs over the next three years.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the "speed trailer" used by the Rock County Sheriff's Office, needs repairs after being hit by a drunk motorist
Edgerton city officials are asking questions about the Edgerton Fire Protection District's study of moving the fire station to a business park on the city's north side. The fire chief took questions from the city's public safety committee Monday night. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
- Monday, June 21
- Charges against deputy dropped
- Beloit to post Assistant City Manager position
- Fairbanks Morse contract
- Slow home sales hurt landscape nurseries
- Youth network helps at-risk teens
- Janesville man collects thermal beverage containers
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on the dismissal of charges against a Rock County Sheriff's Deputy
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the city of Beloit is looking for a new Assistant to the City Manager
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a pending Navy contract that could keep a Beloit company busy for years
A sagging economy brings some ups and downs to landscape nurseries in southern Wisconsin. High-quality soil and good terrain are a few reasons why nurseries locate in southern Wisconsin. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Monday's Janesville Gazette.
At-risk teens in Rock County are finding a way to help themselves while helping the community. The Rock Communities Youth Network which aims to reduce juvenile delinquency. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Thursday's Janesville Gazette.
A Janesville man likes to keep things hot with his hobby collecting mid-20th century thermal beverage containers. Kurt Buggs has nearly 200 pieces ranging in age from the early 1800s to the late 1970s. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Saturday's Janesville Gazette.
- Friday, June 18
- Website posts results of water tests for swimmers
- Bomb video
- Update on "The Shelter"
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Rock County Health Department's website outlining e-coli tests of popular swimming spots
Watch video. WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the release of a surveillance video showing a suspect in a Beloit bombing incident.
A homeless shelter in Janesville's Fourth Ward neighborhood is hoping to reopen itself to overnight stays. The Christian Fellowship and Outreach Center was ordered shut down June 8 because of building and zoning code issues. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Friday's Janesville Gazette.
- Thursday, June 17
- Nass questions UW hiring
- Janesville's bariatric ambulance initiative
- National Night Out Run/Walk
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports Assemblyman Steve Nass wants high level appointment rescinded
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the changes for larger patients.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a new feature of Janesville's National Night Out
- Wednesday, June 16
- Levitt review
- Milton highway interchange
- Milton YMCA
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the latest review of City Manager, Eric Levitt
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on State Assembly Representative's push for I-90 interchange west of Milton
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the expansion of the Milton YMCA facility
- Tuesday, June 15
- White House Auto official calls it quits
- President Obama on Gulf Oil Spill
- Support 4th of July events
Ed Montgomery announced his resignation after visits to Kenosha and Janesville. WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports.
President Obama addressed the nation Tuesday egarding the nearly 2-month old oil spill which continues in the Gulf of Mexico. CBS news coverage podcast. Take our poll on the speech
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on how the 4th of July celebrations in Janesville and Beloit are supported by both communities
- Monday, June 14
- Sunday farmer's market
- Beloit retention ponds
- Beloit College campus changes
- Monty's visit
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on plans for Sunday farmer's market in Janesville
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on $2 million worth of changes to the Kreuger-Haskell Municipal Golf Course in Beloit
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on physical upgrades and changes to the Beloit College Campus
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the visit to Janesville of Obama White House officials
- Sunday, June 13
- Petal your way through Rotary Gardens
- Beloit gang activity
An art project at Rotary Gardens gives artists a chance to showcase their growing talents. Artists have decorated plywood flowers on display at the gardens this summer. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Friday's Janesville Gazette
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on recent gang activity in Beloit
- Friday, June 11
- Janesville school board members to study WRS
- Series looks at unemployment in Rock County
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the proposals to be reviewed by the finance committee
The Janesville Gazette begins a three day series on Sunday focusing on unemployment in southern Wisconsin. Kyle Geissler reports.
- Thursday, June 10
- City of Janesville to discuss environmental initiatives
- Focus on Agriculture
WCLO's Beth Wheelock previews Monday's meeting.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a special meeting for Rock County Ag leaders and decision makers on the local, county, state, and federal levels
- Wednesday, June 9
- Discover Evansville
- Offender Fair
- Fire Chief search
- Edgerton FD considers new location
WCLO's Stan Stricker previews a Discover Wisconsin premier event in Evansville
WCLO's Steve Benton reports formerly incarcertated men and women can find out about important resources at a special Service Fair in Beloit
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the status of the search for a new Janesville fire chief
The Edgerton Fire Department may consider moving to a new location. It may move into a vacant building in the city's business park. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
- Tuesday, June 8
- $1 million cash bail set for Janesville murder suspect
- No Child Left Behind
- Prize Limo
- Shelter forced to limit hours
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on James Humphrey's initial appearance in Rock County Court.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on how local schools fare in the latest No Child Left Behind report
WCLO's Steve Benton reports a Beloit 3rd grader gets a limo ride for being the top fundraiser at her school
A shelter in Janesville's Fourth Ward neighborhood will have to close overnight until it can clear up code violation issues with the city. The Shelter Christian Fellowship and Outreach Center on Van Buren Street will close from 11:00 p.m. to 7 a.m. each day. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
- Monday, June 7
- Tallman House has needs
- UW-Rock County tuition
- JPD investigates murder
- Study examines jet lag
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on big summer planned for Janesville's Lincoln-Tallman House
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on possible third year for UW-Rock County tuition freeze
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the Janesville police department's extensive investigation into the shooting death of 30 year old Samuel Aegerter
Any time your mess around with your body's natural clock, you can expect strange effects. A UW-Whitewater researcher is looking into the effects of jet lag. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Teusday's Janesville Gazette.
- Saturday, June 5
- E-Hub plans celebration
WCLO's Stan Stricker reportson Rock County based business growing effort
- Friday, June 4
- Tobacco compliance test
- Young volunteer recognized
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the latest tobacco sales compliance test in Rock County
This year's recipient of the Volunteer of the Year award from the United Way of North Rock County Volunteer Network is the youngest recipient ever. Kelli Sareen Viele, 18, of Evansville, will be presented with the award at the network's annual Helping Hand Award celebration Wednesday, June 16. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Sunday's Janesville Gazette.
- Thursday, June 3
- Four year nursing degree
- White House Counsel to visit Janesville
- Auto insurance enforcement
- Arrow attack on dog prompts call for tougher laws
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on four year nursing degree to be offered through UW-Rock County
Watch videoWCLO's Stan Stricker reports on upcoming visit regarding displaced auto industry workers
WCLO's Steve Benton reports there's a learning curve for both the motorist and patrol officer regarding the state's new law mandating auto insurance
A Milton man admits to shooting a Great Pyrenees with his bow and arrow. Dale Moore, 62, of Milton was arrested on misdemeanor charges and admitted shooting the dog. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Thursday's Janesville Gazette.
- Wednesday, June 2
- More Janesville business investment
- I90 expansion plans
- Janesville trail survey
- Edgerton police dog reconsideration rejected
- CB&K Supply closing
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on new business investment in Janesville
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on I39/90 expansion plan announcement
Watch videoWCLO's Steve Benton reports on a survey to be conducted on Janesville's trail system
Edgerton's police K-9 program will need a new dog, if it is to continue. The Edgerton City Council is standing by its decision to replace German Shepard "Ash" who bit a city employee last month. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
A century-old plumbing and industrial materials supplier is closings its doors in Janesville. The closing of CB&K Supply in Janesville, Madison and Freeport, Illinois puts 22 people out of work. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
- Tuesday, June 1
- Stoughton Trailer calls back workers
- Janesville squad cars go black
- Caregivers connect with those hoping to remain home
- Man seeks sustainable living
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Stoughton Trailer's progress in calling back laid-off workers
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the change of color for Janesville squad cars from white to black.
Caregivers are providing an option for those who might face the need to move into a nursing home. Home Instead Senior Care operates offices in Janesville and Whitewater. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
A man in rural Delavan is making an effort to live a sustainable lifestyle. Dan Osborn uses solar power and biodiesel to energize his home and vehicle. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
