Barca won’r run for Ryan’s House seat

A leading Democrat won’t be running for House Speaker Paul Ryan’s seat in Congress. State representative Peter Barca has decided against getting into the race for the First Congressional District. In a statement, Barca said he will

‘Dark Sky’ exercise in Fox Valley

The Wisconsin National Guard is training with local emergency agencies in the Fox Valley this week, on how to respond if a massive power outage were to impact a large area for several days. The Dark Sky

Charges likely in Lake Delton donnybrook

Lake Delton Police expect to file charges, in connection with a melee at a water park over the weekend. Chairs, garbage cans, fists and food were flying in the brawl — all captured on cellphone video at

Granite Peak cited by Feds

Granite Peak could find itself in some hot water after taking millions of gallons of water from the Big Rib River without gaining federal approval. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, or FERC, says it’s approval is mandatory

Replacement school board member chosen in Milton

A familiar face will fill a Milton School Board seat left vacant following Betsy Lubke’s departure last month.  The board has chosen Mike Pierce to serve the final year of Lubke’s term.  He previously served on the

Parking lot to close in downtown Janesville

Some visitors to downtown Janesville may be worried about the availability of parking, with the closure of the West Milwaukee Street lot next week Thursday. City Economic Development Coordinator Dayna Sarver says more parking will be made

AAA survey finds growing interest in electric vehicles

More drivers are interested in owning electric vehicles, according to a new survey from the American Automobile Association. Nick Jarmusz, a spokesman for the auto club in Wisconsin, says the survey found 1-in-5 Americans plan to go

VFW in Beloit robbed

Beloit police are looking for an armed robbery suspect.  Officers say a black male, about six-feet tall, and anywhere from 25-35 years old walked into the VFW on Afton Road shortly after noon Monday and robbed the