WCLO News Features
Featured audio from today's stories in the WCLO newsroom.- Monday, May 31
- Memorial Day ceremonies
- Airfest flies high
- Janesville city council to examine former Case Feed building
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Memorial Day Ceremonies in Janesville's Traxler Park
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on highlights of Airfest
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the interest in the deteriorating building.
- Thursday, May 27
- Airfest ground displays
- fishing drought
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on the ground displays planned for Airfest
WCLO'S Stan Stricker reports on contrast in water levels from northern Wisconsin to Rock County
- Wednesday, May 26
- Rock County Board resurrects coroner issue
- Solo Jet show at Airfest
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the topic to be discussed Thursday night.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the "loud and proud" show a U.S. Air Force pilot will put on for the audience at Airfest with his combat ready F-16
- Tuesday, May 25
- Tinfoil bandits arrested
- Beloit pool
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the arrests of three suspects in some recent credit card fraud incidents
WCLO's Steve Benton reports Beloit's Krueger municipal pool is opening for the Memorial Day weekend
- Monday, May 24
- RECAP program featured
- EAB Update
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the success of the RECAP program
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the kick-off of this year's effort to stop the Emerald Ash Borer from spreading
- Saturday, May 22
- Janesville invests in pools
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on city's investment in pool repairs and renovation
- Friday, May 21
- Don't chase armed robbers
WCLO's Steve Benton reports police encourage robbery victims to be good witnesses and to not chase armed suspects
- Thursday, May 20
- New look for Beloit Riverfest
- Alice finalists in Rock County
- Mr. Cain Memorial Run/Walk
- Vets Roll
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the festival's new local focus.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on final competition between the six finalists for Alice in Dairyland
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the first annual Cain Memorial Run/Walk at Van Buren school
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on return of VetsRoll.org to Beloit
- Wednesday, May 19
- Public Works open house
- Drug turn-in program expands
WCLO's Stan Stricker highlights Beloit Public Works Department open house planned for Thursday
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on expansion plans for the Rock County prescription drug turn-in program
- Tuesday, May 18
- Holocaust survivor to speak in Beloit
- Fire fighters prepare for air show
- Beloit Town Board appeals ruling
Henry Golde grew up in concentration camps. WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on the Janesville Fire Department's disaster training in anticipation of Southern Wisconsin Airfest
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the Beloit Town Board will appeal a Rock County Circuit Court ruling regarding the operation of the Coon Creek Sportsmans Club
- Monday, May 17
- Planning for a greener future
- Spouse Academy
- Lamberson Senate Campaign
- Juvenile detention center reforms
- Wedding gowns on display
The Sustainable Janesville Committee meets with the Janesville City Council Tuesday night. WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on "Spouse Academy" being developed by Janesville Police Department
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a Republican candidate for the 27th Senate seat held by incumbent Jon Erpenbach
Rock County officials are trying to address concerns about the Rock County Juvenile Detention facility. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Monday's Janesville Gazette.
"Something borrowed" is a new exhibit of wedding gowns at the Rock County Historical Society. The exhibit is open during museum hours of 9:00 to 4:00 weekdays in May and daily starting June 1. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Monday's Janesville Gazette.
- Saturday, May 15
- Project Lifesaver
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on new program planned for Rock County Sheriff's Office to track forgetful family members who might wander off
- Friday, May 14
- ECHO 40th anniversary
A Janesville non-profit is marking 40 years helping the community. ECHO is planning a anniversary block party May 22nd. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Saturday's Janesville Gazette.
- Thursday, May 13
- Hicke sentenced in Janesville murder
- Beloit casino update
- Rotary Gardens events
- Weight loss aids food banks
- Pipeline will pave way for bike trail
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the sentence for Kyle Hicke.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on preparations for a possible second Beloit Casino application
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on spring events announced for Janesville's Rotary Botanical Gardens
A Janesville man is hoping to improve his health, and the health of Janesville residents who find themselves in need. Adam Strunz, 29, is taking part in the Million Pound Challenge. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Friday's Janesville Gazette.
Construction crews are about to start a summer's worth of work installing a natural gas pipeline on Janesville's northwest side. The project will also pave the way for an extension of Janesville's bike trail system. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Thursday's Janesville Gazette.
- Wednesday, May 12
- Sheriff's deputies train for boating season
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports sheriff's deputies are getting ready for boating season
- Tuesday, May 11
- Technology supports Janesville Crime Stoppers
- SWAT Training
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on budget benefits of fundraising for Janesville Crime Stoppers
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on three days of training for SWAT teams from Rock, Green, and LaFayette Counties.
- Monday, May 10
- City council voices concern over farmers market
- Milton Avenue construction begins
- Schlicht announces run for 27th Senate seat
WCLO's Beth Wheelock explains why the council is concerned about a vendor policy at the farmers market.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Milton Avenue work in Janesville
WCLO's Steve Benton reports a small businessman from Cross Plains is taking on Jon Erpenbach for the 27th district Senate seat
- Saturday, May 8
- Safe Routes to School
- Single stream recycling
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the program that focuses on stranger-danger and bullying.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the new recycling strategy at Craig High School.
- Friday, May 7
- Panel discusses diversity in Janesville
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the efforts of the Janesville School Board to address diversity issues
- Thursday, May 6
- Leadership Development Academy showcases projects
- Whitewater sculpture tour
- Prom patrols
- Education in Second Life
- Job Fair for veterans
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the service-oriented projects.
Artwork can be found many places around Whitewater, but there's a new effort to tie them together for art enthusiasts. A new brochure and online guide offers a walking tour of Whitewater sculpture. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Thursday's Janesville Gazette. There more infomation at whitewatersculpture.com
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Rock County Sheriff's efforts to keep roads safe for prom
A UW-Whitewater professor is taking online education to a new level. A philosophy professor is hosting a class on Second Life this summer. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Friday's Janesville Gazette.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a special job fair for military veterans
- Wednesday, May 5
- Anderson uses Alford plea
- Beloit explosion
WCLO's Steve Benton reports a Beloit murder suspect says he's innocent of murder but agrees a jury would find him guilty due to the evidence.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on early morning explosion in Beloit neighborhood
- Tuesday, May 4
- Visit Beloit Center to celebrate grand opening
- Edgerton Hospital groundbreaking
- Day two Anderson trial
- Rent may not be an issue for Milton soccer proposal
- More soccer fields proposed in Milton
- Districts defend mascots
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the center.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on construction plans for Edgerton Hospital
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the first witnesses in the first degree intentional homicide trial of 36 year old Donyil Anderson in Rock County court
A proposed soccer complex in Milton may be able to lease land from the city for $1. The Milton City Council reviewed a draft lease for the Milton Soccer Club at it's Tuesday night meeting. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
Soccer enthusiasts in Milton are looking for a new place to play. City officials will consider a lease to provide space for the Milton Soccer Club to create a consolidated, eight-field soccer complex on the city's north side. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
Likely changes to state law won't deter some local school districts from changing their school mascots and nicknames. Kyle Geissler reports. The Fort Atkinson and Big Foot school districts argue their mascots pay tribute to the rich history of the area. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
- Monday, May 3
- Tallman Fest is on this year
WCLO's Steve Benton reports after a year's absence, the Tallman Festival is back bigger and better
