With cold temperatures coming early, officials warn against freezing pipes
The early winter weather has local officials reminding residents not to let their pipes freeze. Beloit Director of Water Resources Bill Frisbee says taking steps now can prevent expensive issues later in the season. He recommends following
Analysis: MKE worst city in the nation for Black Americans
Milwaukee is the worst city in the country for Americans who are black, according to analysis by 24/7 Wall Street. None of the findings from 24/7 Wall Street can come as much as a surprise, given Milwaukee’s
Local legislatures author telehealth bill
Local legislators work across party lines to improve access to healthcare for Medicaid recipients. Democratic Representative Deb Kolste of Janesville authored a telehealth bill along with Republican Amy Loudenbeck of Clinton. The bill, which has passed both
Caufield named National Rookie of the Month
Wisconsin freshman forward Cole Caufield is the Hockey Commissioners’ Association National (HCA) Rookie of the Month for October. The Stevens Point, Wisconsin native finished the month with a nation’s-best eight goals, helping the Badgers to a 4-3-0
Veterans Day ceremonies planned in Janesville
U.S. involvement in limited protracted military conflicts may be having an impact on how we honor our veterans. Janesville Patriotic Society President Tom Stahura says fewer families are directly impacted today, compared to World War Two, Korea,
Janesville City Council holds public hearing on 2020 budget
Janesville’s proposed 2020 budget include the second-smallest tax levy increase in 20 years and a significant decrease in the tax rate. The city’s recent property revaluation means a lower tax rate will affect individual taxpayers differently, depending
Accused prostitute takes plea deal in Walworth County Court
A Madison woman accused of showing up at the wrong address in Walworth County to perform a sex act is been sentenced to jail and probation on a drug charge. According to court records 34-year-old Jenna R.
No action on Evers’ special session on gun violence
There was no action on gun violence in the legislature, but it was definitely “topic A” at the Capitol on Thursday. Minority Leader Gordon Hintz said taking guns from people posing a threat to themselves could reduce
Yelich wins Silver Slugger Award
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich won his second straight Silver Slugger Award as one of the top three offensive outfielders in the National League this season. The award is voted on by the league’s managers and