Hot hot hot this week
RICE LAKE, Wis. (NWN) — An extreme heat warning through Thursday evening. The National Weather Service says high temps and humidity will make heat index values top 100 for much…
Keep skin safety in mind during summer months
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (WRN) — Keep skin safety in mind during the summer months. University of Minnesota Medical School dermatologist Dr. David Pearson recommends a routine of applying sunscreen: “Even on…
Don’t bet on primary elections if you want to vote, says Elections Commission
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — The Wisconsin Elections Commission reminds voters not to bet on elections. With the August primary a month away, commissioners issued a warning to anyone who wants…
Evers seeks applicants for Douglas County DA
Applicants to replace the Douglas County District Attorney are being sought by the governor. Current district attorney Mark Fruehauf is stepping down, effective August 22, and Governor Tony Evers will…
Johnson & Baldwin react to death of Lindsey Graham
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WRN) — Reactions from Wisconsin’s Senators to the death of Lindsey Graham. His office said in a statement posted to social media that the Republican US Senator from…
DNR promoting accessible recreation during Disability Pride Month
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — July is Disability Pride Month, and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources promotes accessible recreation. People of all abilities are encouraged to explore Wisconsin state parks…
Double-murder suicide in Rusk County
HAWKINS, Wis. (NWN) — Three people are dead in an apparent double murder-suicide in rural Rusk County. Sheriff Phil Grassmann said deputies were called to a residence on Poplar Road,…
Turtle Lake Inter-County Fair Friday preview
TURTLE LAKE, Wis. (NWN) — Turtle Lake’s Inter-County Fair starts today, organized by the Turtle Lake Lions Club. This morning are the cattle and sheep shows, and Fun Health Day…
2026 Northern Wisconsin State Fair underway
CHIPPEAWA FALLS, Wis. (NWN) — The Northern Wisconsin State Fair is underway, held at the fairgrounds in Chippewa Falls. There are dozens of family-friendly shows, demonstrations, performances and activities including…
State Troopers hopping into semis to spot risky drivers
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Wisconsin State Patrol Troopers are climbing into semi-trucks next week to help spot risky drivers. The State Patrol is partnering with the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association…
Elk Mound man arrested for OWI with child in vehicle
ELK MOUND, Wis. (NWN) — A 24-year-old Elk Mound man was arrested by the state patrol for allegedly driving intoxicated with a child in his vehicle. Troopers pulled over Thomas…
Evers wraps up pothole patrol
SUPERIOR, Wis. (WRN) — Another pothole patrol is the books. Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers grabbed a shovel for his final pothole patrol stop on Monday in Superior. The statewide tour…