Air quality and heat advisory today, July 20
RICE LAKE, Wis. (NWN) — This morning’s air quality index was above 150 for much of the region, considered “unhealthy.” Today’s forecast shows some improvement, with levels dropping to 100…
Environmental group’s analysis highlights health harms of more frequent wildfire smoke
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Days of wildfire smoke exposure are becoming more frequent in Wisconsin. And it accounts for an estimated 250 premature deaths in Wisconsin every year, according to…
Livestock sail recap at Barron County Fair
RICE LAKE, Wis. (NWN) — Another incredible livestock sale at the Barron County Fair. The Barron County Fair hosted their 61st Junior Livestock Sale, once again bringing in generous bids…
Billionaire donors put Tiffany atop fundraising in governor’s race
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The presumed Republican nominee for Wisconsin governor has outraised all Democrats combined. But analysis of the most recent campaign finance reports shows just three conservative billionaire…
UPFRONT: Chaotic week in Democratic primary as Rodriguez exits, Crowley re-enters
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WRN) — A chaotic week in the Democratic primary for governor sees Milwaukee County executive David Crowley back in the race following the departure of Lt Governor Sara…
3 women’s world records set at the annual Lumberjack World Championships in Wisconsin
HAYWARD, Wis. (AP) — Three new women’s world records have been set at the Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward, Wisconsin. The event, filled with sawing, chopping, log-rolling and cheers of…
See the best in new tech at EAA AirVenture
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WRN) — You’ll get a chance to see the cutting edge of flight this week at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Spokesman Dick Knapinski says it’s not just the big…
AM NEWSCAST – Monday, July 20, 2026
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — Health risks rise with increased days of wildfire smoke; — The Barron County Fair livestock sale surpassed $310 thousand; — A chaotic week…
Richard “Rich” Benny
Richard “Rich” Benny, 49, passed away on July 2. He is survived by his parents, Bernie and Deb Benny; brother, Chris; sons, Keigan and Peyton Benny; and daughters, Nora and…
Brenda Siewert
Brenda Siewert, 65, of Rice Lake, passed away on July 13. She is survived by her children, Rodney Siewert, Rhonda Trommershaeuser, Jennifer Brueggen, Michelle Becker and Michael Siewert; brothers, Eugene…
FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Friday, July 17, 2026
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SPORTS HEADLINES – Friday, July 17, 2026
(Milwaukee, WI) — The NBA is going to investigate the four-year, 64-million-dollar contract extension the Bucks have signed with veteran guard Gary Trent Junior. Trent is coming off the worst…