Janesville police chief concerned by recent examples of escalating violence
Local police are hoping to cut-off signs of escalating gun violence. Janesville Police Chief Dave Moore shared his concerns Thursday with the Rock County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, noting increased rates of gun crimes in larger cities
Census shows Janesville grew by 3.2%
Earlier this week, The United States Census Bureau released their 2020 U.S. Census results, finding that the City of Janesville has 65,615 residents. This figure is an increase of 2,040 residents, or 3.2%, from the 2010 U.S.
Janesville senior lost in Oshkosh found safe
A Janesville senior citizen is found safe in Oshkosh thanks to a vigilant neighbor. Janesville police say officers were called to a residence on the 2200 block of South Hawthorne Park Drive around 10:00 Wednesday night to
Green Alert canceled for Elkhorn veteran
A Wisconsin Department of Justice Green Alert that was issued for an Elkhorn veteran who had been missing since Tuesday is canceled after police make contact with him. 46-year-old Bret A. Jensen was last seen around 9:15
Janesville Clerk-Treasurer’s Office closes early Thursday after employee tests positive for COVID-19
The Janesville City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office announces reduced hours after an employee tests positive for COVID-19. To accommodate the process of having staff tested for COVID-19 and sanitizing the work area. the clerk’s office is closing at 2:00
Local Congressman suggest more military oversight
As the Taliban swiftly retakes control of Afghansitan, a local Congressman suggests the need for more oversight of foreign military involvement. First District Representative Bryan Steil says Congress should play a significant role in foreign engagements. Steil says a
City of Janesville highlights local industry
Janesville residents will have a chance to promote local business. The city is hosting “The Coolest Thing Made in Janesville” competition for the third year in a row. Economic Development Coordinator Nancy McDonald says the contest promotes local
Janesville man accused of following Amazon truck to steal deliveries
A 46-year-old Janesville man is facing a number of charges after police say he stole a car and began following an Amazon truck, attempting to steal packages after they were delivered. Janesville police say they attempted to stop
Efforts to establish GM museum renewed
The Rock County Historical Society is collecting memories from anyone associated with General Motors, Fisher Body, or the UAW in Janesville. The Historical Society and Blackhawk Community Credit Union are partnering in developing Rock County Legacies, formerly known