AM NEWSCAST – Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — Authorities say a police officer acted in self defense in a fatal shooting in Superior in April; — In the last day, there…
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No charges for Superior officer-involved-shooting; officer acted in self defense
SUPERIOR, Wis. (NWN) — No charges will be filled related to the officer involved shooting death in Superior in April. Douglas County District Attorney Mark Fruehauf said the Superior Police…
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Audrey Massie
Audrey Massie, 81, of Chetek, passed away on August 17. The memorial service for Audrey Massie will be held at Chetek Advent Church on Thursday at 1 p.m. Visitation is…
DetailsRobert “Bob” McCormick
Robert “Bob” McCormick, 84, of Rice Lake, passed away on August 15. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Randall; children, Ken McCormick, Joe McCormick, Patty Schweitzer, Roberta Diesterhaft, Shannon…
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Carol Van Amber, 88, of Amery, passed away on July 15. The graveside service for Carol Van Amber will be held at Evergreen Cemetery, in Alexandria, Minnesota, on Saturday at…
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SPORTSCAST – Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2026
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SPORTS HEADLINES – Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026
(Milwaukee, WI) — The Brewers’ magic number to make the playoffs is down to 25 as they start a home series against the Seattle Mariners. Taking three out of four…
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Badger Battleground Poll gives Crowley early narrow lead
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — A post-primary poll is out in the campaign for Wisconsin governor. The bipartisan Badger Battleground Poll commissioned by Platform Communications* finds Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley…
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Candidates for governor are being asked about where they stand on AI data centers
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — As they campaign around Wisconsin, candidates for governor are giving voters an idea of where they stand on the hot button issue of AI data centers.…
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DNR encouraging volunteers to teach Wisconsin’s next generation of hunters
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Volunteers can help teach Wisconsin’s next generation of hunters. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is seeking volunteer instructors to teach practical outdoor skills. Opportunities include…
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From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — A suspect is in custody following an armed burglary in Bloomer on Friday night; — Democrat David Crowley has a slight edge over…
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Suspect in jail following Friday evening armed burglary
BLOOMER, Wis. (NWN) — A suspect is in custody following an armed burglary at a Bloomer residence Friday evening. Bloomer Police Chief Mark McElroy said a resident reported a man…
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