Lawsuit challenges decision not to fill legislative vacancies

A national Democratic group has filed a lawsuit challenging Governor Scott Walker’s decision to leave two legislative seats empty until the November election. The vacancies in the 1st Senate District and 42nd Assembly District were created after

Dane County Democrats want action on gun reforms

Dane County Democrats demand action on gun reform. County Executive Joe Parisi says they want Governor Scott Walker and House Speaker Paul Ryan to lead. “We want them to stop using mental illness as an excuse to

Happ named All-Big Ten

A pair of Wisconsin men’s basketball players received season-ending awards from the Big Ten Conference on Monday. Ethan Happ earned first-team All-Big Ten recognition.  Guard Brad Davison was named to the Big Ten’s All-Freshman team. A first-team

Davison earns Big Ten Freshman of the Week honor

  Wisconsin Badger freshman Brad Davison poured in a career high 30 points against No. 2 Michigan State on Sunday, earning him this week’s Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Week honor. Davison had to leave the

16 arrested in Walworth County drug sweep

The Walworth County Sheriff’s Office takes a bite out of the cocaine and marijuana scene. According to a news release, the Drug Unit conducted multiple investigations during the past six month, and within the last 10 days,

Janesville School Board considers teacher pay structure

Janesville teachers could soon see a new salary structure that would reward both years with the district and professional development. The Janesville School Board will consider a new pay scale designed to retain good teachers and be

Rock River at flood stage at Afton and Lake Koshkonong

The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Rock River at Afton and Lake Koshkonong. The Rock County Sheriff’s Office says the National Weather Service predicts the Rock River will continue to rise through