Francis “Frank” Bernard
Francis “Frank” Bernard, 86, of Rice Lake, passed away on September 21. He is survived by a son, Tim Bernard; daughter, Deb Haugen; and brother, Paul Bernard. The Mass of…
Minong man arrested after allegedly firing gun during argument, later threatening police
MINONG, Wis. (WJMC) — A Minong man is in jail for allegedly firing a gun during a verbal altercation with another man and later threatening police. Washburn County Sheriff Dennis…
Assembly elections bills include Monday absentee ballot count
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The state Assembly appears ready to focus on elections. In an unusual Capitol press conference Wednesday, Republican Assistant Majority Leader Scott Krug joined voting rights advocates…
Former state rep Brett Hulsey enters gubernatorial race
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Another Democrat enters the race for governor. Former State Representative Brett Hulsey announced his candidacy Wednesday. Hulsey served on the Dane County Board for 14 years…
DNR encourages public to source local firewood
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Use local firewood this fall to avoid the spread of invasive species. The Department of Natural Resources reminds you that pests like spongy moth, emerald ash…
New documentary features Packers fans from Tokyo and their trip to Lambeau Field
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WRN) — A very special group of Packers fans from Japan get the spotlight in an upcoming documentary. A new documentary heading to Wisconsin theatres next month…
AM NEWSCAST – Friday, Sept. 26, 2025
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — A Minong man is in jail for allegedly firing a gun during a verbal fight and later threatening police; — New election laws…
PM NEWSCAST – Thursday, Sept. 25
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — The City of Menomonie pauses a proposed data center; — It’s child passenger safety week and a reminder to check your child car…
FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025
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SPORTSCAST – Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025
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SPORTS HEADLINES – Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025
(San Diego, CA) — The Brewers’ magic number is down to one for having the best record in the National League. Wednesday afternoon’s 3-1 win at San Diego was the…
Proposed Menomonie data center on pause
MENOMONIE, Wis. (WRN) — The City of Menomonie has put plans for a proposed data center on hold. Local media reports Menomonie Mayor Randy Knaak told the city council on…