League of Women Voters pushes redistricting reform
The Janesville League of Women Voters is pushing for redistricting reform. Wisconsin League of Women Voters Executive Director Erin Grunze says two bills asking for the non-partisan redrawing of legislative districts are currently awaiting hearings at the
More engineering students expected at U-Rock
A local college is working to address a need for more engineers in the area. U-W Whitewater at Rock County is enhancing its arrangement with U-W Platteville to offer Bachelor of Science degrees in mechanical and electrical
Local law enforcement prepares for influx of pot
Local law enforcement is preparing for the legalization of recreational marijuana in Illinois come the new year. Rock County Sheriff Troy Knudson anticipates a noticeable impact. Knudson says he’s sure there’ll be a need for increased services.
Beloit police shoot and kill armed suspect
The Beloit Police Department says three officers were involved in the shooting death of an armed subject Tuesday afternoon. Police chief David Zibolski said no officers were injured during the incident, and they aren’t releasing the names
Beloit woman accused of stabbing man during domestic violence incident
A Beloit woman is accused of stabbing a man during a domestic violence incident at a home on Carpenter Street. According to the criminal complaint filed in Rock County Court, a man who was suffering from a
Beloit man faces drug and gun charges
A 41-year-old Beloit man faces drug and gun charges in Rock County Court. According to criminal complaint, Beloit Police responded to a home on the 1200 block of Eighth Street just after 9:00 Friday night on the
Updated Janesville fair housing code clarifies rules for emotional support animals
The City of Janesville’s updated fair housing code clarifies the legal requirements surrounding emotional support animals. City Attorney Wald Klimczyk told the city council Monday night landlords are required to allow the pets if the tenant can