Veterans secretary responds to concerns about King home
The head of the state Department of Veterans Affairs says his agency is working to improve problems at the State Veterans Home in King. Secretary Dan Zimmerman appeared before lawmakers to address a state audit released earlier
Hemp producers say crop would be good for Wisconsin farmers
Wisconsin could join a growing list of states that allow farmers to grow industrial hemp. A state Senate committee heard testimony Tuesday on a bill that would create a state pilot program to allow farmers to grow
Janesville City Council considers ordinance that would allow drinking in the streets during special events
Those attending some events in downtown Janesville would be able to B-Y-O-B under a proposed ordinance under consideration by the Janesville City Council. City Clerk Dave Godek says the ordinance would allow event attendees to either bring
YWCA Rock County hosts Chefs Cookin’ for a Cause
The YWCA Rock County shines the spotlight on it’s 95th anniversary by styling this year’s “Chefs Cookin’ for a Cause” fundraiser with a 1920’s theme. Spokesperson Beverly Broyles says the event featuring specialties from many local chefs
Prosecutor clears officers in fatal Kewaunee County shooting
Criminal charges will not be filed in August’s fatal officer-involved shooting in Kewaunee County. District Attorney Andrew Naze said Tuesday that Sheriff’s Deputy Jamie Tlachac was acting to protect a fellow officer when he shot 22-year-old Tyler
Greenleaf man reaches plea deal in fatal crash
A 19-year-old Greenleaf man has been convicted of using marijuana shortly before causing a fatal traffic crash. Devon Robley has pleaded no contest in Brown County court to amended charges in connection with the July 2016 incident.
Democrat Matt Flynn announces run for governor
Another Democrat is joining the growing field of candidates for governor in Wisconsin. Milwaukee attorney and former state Democratic Party chairman Matt Flynn announced his campaign in a video posted online Tuesday. In it, he says he’s
This is Fire Prevention Week
Local school children are getting plenty of visits from firefighters as part of Fire Prevention Week. Janesville Fire Marshall Sue North says a key goal is to help them have a plan. North says educational programs for first
Grothman apprehensive about re-election bid
U.S. House Republican Glenn Grothman says he’s “apprehensive” about his re-election campaign in 2018. Grothman told WISN Radio in Milwaukee on Monday that his campaign is not raising as much money as it should — and he
Hemp could benefit some Rock County farmers
Hemp could be a way for some Rock County farmers to hedge their bet in the grain markets. UW-Extension Agriculture Agent Nick Baker says corn and soy bean prices are currently low, and some farmers could use