DNR says, don’t touch or harass wildlife this spring
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The Wisconsin DNR is reminding people to keep wildlife wild – especially when it comes to fawns. If you encounter a fawn while outdoors, The Wisconsin…
AM NEWSCAST – Wednesday, May 7, 2025
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — Real IDs are now required for domestic air travel; — Republicans begin working on a new version of the state budget; — Watch…
Virgil Wurtinger
Virgil Wurtinger, 82, of Kenosha, passed away on January 1. He is survived by his brother, Robert Wurtinger. The graveside service for Virgil Wurtinger will be held at Nora Cemetery,…
Rudolph Schleusner
Rudolph Schleusner, 86, of Barron, passed away on May 1. He is survived by his son, Rudolph Schleusner; and daughters, Rose Hale and Lois Jacobson. The funeral service for Rudolph…
Gary Gunn
Gary Gunn, 82, of Birchwood, passed away on May 3. He is survived by his wife, Sheron Gunn; and daughters, Teresa Carter and Tina Fleck. A private family service was…
New salmonella outbreak is linked to backyard poultry, CDC says
NEW YORK (AP) — Health officials say at least seven people in six states have been affected in a new salmonella outbreak linked to backyard poultry. Two cases were identified…
Rice Lake students participating in National Bike and Walk to School day
RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) — It’s National Bike and Walk to School day on Wednesday, and motorists are urged to be extra vigilant for young pedestrians and cyclists. Rice Lake…
PM NEWSCAST – Tuesday, May 6, 2025
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — A rider is dead after a motorcycle crash Monday morning on Highway 65; — New salmonella cases linked to backyard chickens in Wisconsin;…
FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Tuesday, May 6, 2025
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SPORTS HEADLINES – Tuesday, May 6, 2025
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Christian Yelich hit a two-run homer, Tobias Myers pitched 5 1/3 strong innings and the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Houston Astros 5-1. Myers bounced back after lasting…
SPORTSCAST – Tuesday, May 6, 2025
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Motorcycle crash on Hwy. 65 leaves rider dead
BALSAM LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) — A rider is dead after a motorcycle crash on Highway 65, south of Balsam Lake on Monday morning. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said the…