MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — A new Wisconsin Policy Forum study finds Blacks remain overrepresented in Wisconsin’s prison population. “Cross Examination” is a comprehensive review of not just corrections but Wisconsin’s…
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Aerial spongy moth treatments across the state will start in May. Residents in eight western Wisconsin counties may hear loud, low-flying planes shortly after sunrise on…
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — Two people arrested for meth possession after a search warrant by St. Croix Tribal Police on Saturday; — Rusk County Sheriff Phil Grassmann…
Ann Krisik, 88, of Amery, passed away on April 7. The Mass of Christian burial for Ann Krisik will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Amery, on Tuesday…
Peggy Sue Cole, 68, of Bloomer, passed away on April 21. She is survived by her mother, Rosella Rihn; sons, Kenneth Cole, Daniel Cole and Patrick Cole; and siblings, Carol…
Robert Ostrander, 88, of Rice Lake, passed away on April 21. The celebration of life for Robert Ostrander will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on…
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(Detroit, MI) — The Detroit Tigers claimed the three-game series against the Brewers when first baseman Spencer Torkelson slammed a walk-off home run. Abner Uribe gave up the solo shot…
RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) — A local organization will honor veterans this weekend. The Rice Lake Moose Lodge will host Patriot Palooza this Saturday. The event is a fundraiser for…
OSCEOLA, Wis. (WRN) — Polaris announces when it will be closing its plant in Osceola. The recreational vehicle manufacturer announced Monday that the plant in rural Polk County will be…
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — High participation in Wisconsin’s Adopt-A-Highway program prompts a driver safety reminder. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation reports a record number of Adopt‑A‑Highway volunteers are out this…