DPI raises concerns about ‘Teacher Protection Act’
State education officials have some reservations about legislation introduced earlier this week, which backers say is designed to protect teachers from students who may turn violent in the classroom. The so-called ‘Teacher Protection Act‘ from Representative Jeremy
Beloit Janesville Symphony Orchestra presents Dr. Frankenstein
Dr. Frankenstein takes center stage during a pair of upcoming Halloween concerts hosted by the Beloit Janesville Symphony Orchestra. Spokesperson Edie Baran says the the 1931 film will be shown while B-J-S-O performs the symphonic soundtrack. The
UW-Madison drops discussions of ending MBA program
Wisconsin School of Business officials are reversing course on suspending the Master of Business Administration program for a year. The proposal, which University of Wisconsin-Madison officials released details on earlier this week, would have stopped admissions into
Enrollment is up and the tax mill rate is down in the School District of Milton
The School District of Milton is pleased to announce that student enrollment continues to increase and the tax mill rate will decrease in a budget approved by the Board of Education at their regularly scheduled meeting on
Legislation would require tighter security at gun stores
Gun stores would be required to make sure their stock is locked up at night, under legislation being proposed at the state Capitol. The bill from state Representative Lisa Subeck (D-Madison) follows a break-in at a Cross
City of Janesville settles ADA lawsuit
A Whitewater woman files and Americans with Disability’s Act lawsuit against against the City of Janesville. Assistant City Attorney Tim Wellnitz says the suit alleged that she was denied access to the City’s facilities, programs, and activities.
Wisconsin National Guard troops could help with hurricane relief
As Puerto Rico struggles to recover from Hurricane Maria, Wisconsin National Guard troops are being called to help. Governor Scott Walker issued an executive order Tuesday which activates Guard members to provide medical and other aid to
State boosts funding for mental health and drug abuse programs
Wisconsin’s mental health and drug abuse programs will get more funds to treat low income residents. Governor Scott Walker and the state’s health services agency said Tuesday they would provide an extra $17 million to reimburse local
Man defending self at trial opts for plea deal
A man who was defending himself at trial against charges of child sexual assault changed his mind Tuesday and took a plea agreement. Wade A. Hallett, 52, was accused of sexually assaulting a teen girl he knows
Counsell named Sporting News NL Manager of the Year
Despite being in year two of their rebuild, the Milwaukee Brewers stayed playoff relevant until the final week of the regular season. For that, manager Craig Counsell was named The Sports News National League Manager of the