Driver named from Friday crash near Milltown
MILLTOWN, Wis. (WJMC) — The driver killed in a head-on collision near Milltown on Friday has been named. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said the victim was 48-year-old Maria Scheider,…
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Memorial Day weekend road deaths now at nine
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The Memorial Day weekend fatality count on Wisconsin roads stands at nine. In Lincoln County, a 22-year-old woman is charged with homicide by intoxicated use of…
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Help stop the spread of invasive aquatic species
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The Department of Natural Resources asks anglers to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Wisconsin law requires draining livewells, motors and containers before leaving a…
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AM NEWSCAST – Wednesday, May 28, 2025
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — A name released from Friday’s fatal crash near Milltown; — Anglers asked to help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species; — we…
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Norma Mae Thompson
Norma Mae Thompson, 93, passed away on May 24. She is survived by her children, Michael Thompson, Jolene, Kevin and Janelle; and sister, Dorothy Eby. The funeral service for Norma…
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Some changes to Aquafest entertainment area
RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) — The Aquafest Entertainment area is in the same location in downtown Rice Lake this year. Due to barricades around the Birchwood Manufacturing parking lot, the…
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PM NEWSCAST – Tuesday, May 27, 2025
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — A driver was killed in a three-vehicle collision near Milltown on Friday; — Safety tips offered for campfires or burning brush; — Federal…
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FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Tuesday, May 27, 2025
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SPORTS HEADLINES – Tuesday, May 27, 2025
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jackson Chourio homered on the opening pitch from Garrett Crochet, and the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Boston Red Sox 3-2 on Monday. Milwaukee pushed the lead to…
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Driver killed in chain-reaction crash caused by wildlife
MILLTOWN, Wis. (WJMC) — A driver is dead from a chain-reaction crash caused by wildlife crossing the road. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said the crash happened just before 3:30…
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Avoid fire relates injuries as summer arrives
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Summer is here which means more grilling, backyard campfires and burning brush. UW Health Adult Trauma Dr. Patrick Shahan offers up some tips on how to…
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