Janesville man accused of assaulting assisted living patient pleads not guilty
A 57-year-old Janesville man accused of sexually assaulting a mentally ill patient at an assisted living facility in Milton appears in Rock County Court. Douglas Hearn was in court Wednesday afternoon for his arraignment with his attorney
Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin holds “Clear the Shelter” event
The Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin hopes to make space to take in more homeless pets with a Bissell Foundation “Clear the Shelter” event. Adoption Supervisor Alison Strieker says adoption fees for adults dogs and cats will
Bird scooters could be coming to Janesville
Janesville could be joining Beloit in adding another transportation option. Assistant to the City Manager Erin Davis says the City Council will consider a 90 day pilot program for Bird electric scooters when they meet on July
Former Beloit woman sentenced in connection with the death of her infant son
A 34-year-old former Beloit woman who plead guilty to neglecting a child, resulting in death gets a lighter sentence then the ex-boyfriend who actually killed the boy. Judge Barbara McCrory sentenced Jessica Nelson on Thursday to seven
Beloit woman sentenced to prison for sneaking drugs into jail
A 24-year-old Beloit woman accused of sneaking the drugs into the Rock County Jail that led to four overdoses, including her own, takes a plea deal in Rock County Court. Quiana Toles plead guilty Wednesday afternoon to
Beloit shooting suspect get probation
A Beloit shooting suspect is sentenced to probation. 28-year-old Brock Chancy Jr of Beloit plead guilty to first-degree recklessly endangering safety Thursday morning in connection with a shooting in August of 2021. According to the criminal complaint,
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Lions Beach is closed
If you were thinking of beating the heat by taking a swim at Lions Beach in Janesville, you may want to think again. City officials say Lions Beach is closed until further notice. The city’s recreation division takes
Beloit Public Library launches new app
The Beloit Public Library is launching a new app to better help those wanting to use the libraries services. Marketing and Communications Coordinator Amy Mitchell says the SHARE Anywhere app will make things much easier for patrons.
Orfordville man bound over for trial
A 21-year-old Orfordville man who is accused of possessing child pornography is bound over for trial. Aaron J. Myhre appeared in Rock County court for what was supposed to be his adjourned initial appearance and waived his