COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to increase in Wisconsin
The state of Wisconsin recorded 28 more deaths related to COVID-19 over the previous 24 hours on Wednesday, and 153 more people were hospitalized, according to latest numbers from the Department of Health Services. DHS said just
Three more City of Beloit employees test positive for COVID-19
Three more City of Beloit employees test positive for COVID-19 and are now in quarantine. According to a news release, contact tracing has taken place and impacted city employees have been notified. While two employees are in
Reopen Rock Task Force hosts free drive-thru mask giveaways Saturday in Beloit and Janesville
The Reopen the Rock Task Force is hosting a free drive-thru face mask giveaway on Saturday October 17th in Janesville and Beloit. Co-Chair Al Hulick says adult and child sized masks and thermometers will be available. The
Judge halts Evers’ order on public gatherings and capacities
A northern Wisconsin judge has temporarily blocked Governor Tony Evers’ order limiting indoor gatherings. Evers’ order caps the number of people who can gather in bars, restaurants, and many other businesses at 25-percent of capacity. Wisconsin set
Highway 51 to close in both directions for Trump rally
President Donald Trump’s planned campaign rally at the Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Saturday will cause a major disruption in traffic. The Rock County Sheriff’s Office says Highway 51 will be closed in both directions between Sate Highway
Broncos RB Gordon cited for DUI, facing potential league discipline
Former Wisconsin Badger and current Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon could be facing NFL discipline after he was cited late Tuesday for driving under the influence. ESPN.com reports Gordon was also cited for speeding, between 25
Janesville accepts election grant
This election will cost communities a lot more than expected thanks to COVID-19. Janesville City Clerk-Treasurer Dave Godek says he’s already spent tens-of-thousands of dollars on absentee ballot mailings alone. Godek says the city has gotten a
State Senator urges legislative session to deal with pandemic
A local State Senator is applauding a judges decision to reject a lawsuit asking for limits on the Governor’s mask order. Janis Ringhand of Evansville says failed lawsuits are simply prolonging public suffering. Ringhand says Republicans in
Brookfield Central, Prescott capture WIAA girls golf titles
After a second place showing last year, Brookfield Central captured the WIAA State Girls Golf team title at Blackwolf Run in Kohler on Tuesday. It’s the first state title for Central since 2003. Brookfield Central had an