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
Big East and Big Ten Announce Matchups for Gavitt Tipoff Games
The Big East and Big Ten Conferences have announced the matchups for the fourth annual Gavitt Tipoff Games, with eight men’s basketball contests set for Nov. 13-16, 2018. The Gavitt Tipoff Games features games matching the best
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
Milton Historical Society hosts Civil War Living History Days May 19th-20th
The Milton Historical Society continues a tradition of celebrating what was the United States’ deadliest war. Executive Director Kari Klebba says Civil War Living History Days is this Saturday and Sunday. For more information or to see
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