Category Archives: Local News
USHL announces expansion
The United States Hockey league has announced an expansion to the west coast. A memorandum of understanding establishes member clubs in Arizona, California, and Nevada. An announcement about member cl...
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Wisconsin Senate leader says lawmakers will reconvene if votes flip on $1.8B surplus deal
Wisconsin Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) said Thursday that the chamber will reconvene if two members flip their vote on a controversial deal to spend the state's projected budget ...
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Alliant Energy receiving federal funds to extend operational lifespans
Alliant Energy Corporation is expected to receive federal funds from the Trump administration's $700 million in coal plant investments across the country, according to a White House official. Trump wi...
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Madison man rescued from shoulder deep mud in Arena
A 57-year-old Madison man was rescued from mud up to his shoulders after attempting to access a fishing location at the creek crossing Blynn Road in Arena Thursday morning. The man had been stuck for ...
Jun 5, 2026
NICC offers new computing and cybersecurity program for high school students
Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) is expanding career pathway opportunities for high school students with the launch of the Computing and Cybersecurity Academy. The new program will be in the NI...
Jun 5, 2026
Judge Hannah Dugan seeks to overturn federal conviction
Former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan returned to court Wednesday seeking to overturn her December federal conviction for obstructing an immigration enforcement action. Wednesday's hearing center...
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Viroqua teacher named Miss Wisconsin USA
A Viroqua High School agriculture teacher is now Miss Wisconsin USA. Olivia Lulich was crowned Saturday and celebrated with her students at a school assembly Wednesday. Lulich also serves as the schoo...
Jun 5, 2026
Gov. Evers stops in Westby promoting Dairy Month
Governor Tony Evers stopped in Westby on Wednesday as part of his statewide Dairy Month celebration. Evers toured Westby Cooperative Creamery and met with employees, highlighting Wisconsin's strength ...
Jun 5, 2026 Governor Tony Evers Official Portrait
Juvenile riding bike struck by vehicle in Richland County
Late Tuesday morning emergency responders were dispatched to the intersection of County Highway RC and Raymond Lane in Richland County for a report of a vehicle versus bicycle crash. A truck traveling...
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Motorcyclist injured in Lafayette County crash
A motorcyclist was transported for non-life-threatening injuries following a crash in Lafayette County. Wednesday emergency personnel responded to County G in Fayette Township. 40-year-old Ryan P. Ska...
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