‘Flexible’ School District of Janesville reopening plan lets parents choose
The School District of Janesville will let parents choose how they want their children to be educated this fall. The school board approved a reopening plan Tuesday night which allows families to decide whether their students will
Humane society director steps down after going on leave
The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin is going through a leadership change as it continues fundraising for its new facility. Its board of directors announced Tuesday that executive director Mike McManus stepped down as of Monday, but
Beloit police ‘peacefully’ apprehend child who pointed fake gun at officers
Beloit police prevent a potential tragedy after responding to a 9-year-old with autism pointing what appeared to be a handgun. The child’s family called 9-1-1 after the child chased them out of a house on the 2700
Evers believes schools can reopen safely
Governor Tony Evers believes K-12 schools in Wisconsin can open safely — if state residents do what they can to stay clear of COVID-19. “Whether you have your own children or not, I’m really encouraging you to
Tuesday COVID-19 numbers: another record day for new confirmed cases
For a fourth time in six days, Wisconsin has its highest number of new confirmed COVID-19 cases. The Department of Health Services reported 964 positive tests out of 15,644 new test results from the previous 24 hours.
Marquette Alumni Team set to play for TBT title
The Marquette Golden Eagles alumni team meets Sideline Cancer in the 2020 TBT championship game on Tuesday night. One million dollars is on the line in the winner-take-all matchup and can be seen at 6 p.m. CT
Milwaukee Common Council approves mask ordinace
The Milwaukee Common Council unanimously approved an ordinance Monday requiring people to wear masks in public spaces while the city’s COVID-19 health order is in place. Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic was the measure’s principal sponsor. “I want to
Monday COVID-19 numbers: positive rate drops, no new deaths
The percentage of new positive COVID-19 tests dropped Monday, and there were no new deaths reported for a second straight day. As you check #COVID19_WI data, check out our activity level web page. Regions & counties are