Oconomowoc police officers are set to see pay increases and other benefits over the next three years as part of a newly approved contract. According to the Oconomowoc Enterprise, Police Chief James Pfister announced the agreement during a Common Council meeting,...
Unusual Christmas Traditions From Around the World
Christmas is a time of joy, family gatherings, and cherished traditions. But not all holiday customs involve stockings and jolly old Saint Nick. Around the world, many communities celebrate Christmas with unique, sometimes quirky traditions that make the season truly...
Two-Vehicle Collision in Pewaukee Highlights Intersection Safety Concerns
A T-bone collision at the intersection of Capitol Drive and Meadowcreek Drive in Pewaukee on Monday evening serves as a stark reminder of the importance of cautious driving, especially at busy intersections. According to Local Accident Reports, the crash occurred...
Wisconsin Kayaker Accused of Faking Death Returns to Face Charges
Ryan Borgwardt, a Wisconsin kayaker who faked his own death and fled the country, has returned to the U.S. and is facing legal consequences. According to Fox6, sealed search warrants reveal the detailed investigation that uncovered Borgwardt's plans and ultimately led...
New Lease Keeps Brewers in Milwaukee Through 2050
Milwaukee Brewers fans have reason to celebrate as the Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District approved a new lease agreement for American Family Field, ensuring the team will remain in Milwaukee through 2050. According to ABC12, this decision...
Wisconsin Home Prices Steady as Seller’s Market Continues
By Benjamin Yount | The Center Square contributor (The Center Square) – There just aren’t a lot of homes for sale in Wisconsin, and that is keeping prices high. The latest report from the Wisconsin Realtors Association shows November was another month of tight...
5 Fantastic Milwaukee Brewers Players You Should Know
Grab your favorite baseball cap and a cold one because we're about to take a fun trip down memory lane. We're talking about the Milwaukee Brewers, and we've got some legends to chat about. These are the players that made us jump out of our seats, the ones who turned...
REPORT: Three Dead Including Shooter at Abundant Life Christian School
At Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, a tragic school shooting left three dead, including the shooter, on December 16, 2024. The incident, reported around 10:57 a.m., claimed the lives of a teacher and another teenage student, with the shooter...
Bocce Ball for Dummies: Roll, Laugh, Repeat – Your Guide to Non-Precision Fun
Welcome, dear novices, to the ancient, sophisticated, yet bizarrely simple world of Bocce Ball - where the stakes are low, but the fun is sky-high. If you thought this game was just about rolling balls and hoping for the best, you're in for a treat (or a mild shock,...
Wisconsin Winter: From Snow Plows to Powder Puffs
Alright, folks, buckle up because we're about to dive into the wild world of winter sports in Wisconsin, where the cold doesn't just chill; it thrills! First up, downhill skiing and snowboarding. If you think Wisconsin is all about cheese and cows, think again. Places...
Baldwin to Vote for Wisconsin’s Duffy for Transportation Secretary
By Benjamin Yount | The Center Square contributor (The Center Square) – One of President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks can count on a vote from Wisconsin’s Democratic U.S. Senator. Sen. Tammy Baldwin said she plans to vote for Sean Duffy for transportation...
Different Ron Johnson Nominated as Ambassador to Mexico
By Benjamin Yount | The Center Square correspondent (The Center Square) – Wisconsin’s Republican U.S. Senator is not going to be ambassador to Mexico under President-elect Donald Trump. Trump on Wednesday nominated a different Ron Johnson to the job. That Ron...
Underly Blames State Lawmakers for Property Tax Increases, Asks for $3B
By Jon Styf | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Superintendent Jill Underly said Wednesday that a 5.7% K-12 schools property tax increase is the fault of state lawmakers and they should approve her proposed $3 billion...
Hartland Trustee Falls Victim to Phishing Scam, Loses $1,200
A phishing scam has left a Hartland village trustee out $1,200 after falling victim to a fraudulent email scheme. According to TMJ-4, the scammer posed as Village President Jeffrey Pfannerstill and requested the trustee purchase gift cards for a supposed staff...
Tragedy Strikes Prolec Energy in Waukesha: Employee Dies in Electrical Accident
A tragic accident occurred at Prolec Energy in Waukesha on Saturday when an employee lost their life in an electrical incident involving a transformer. TMJ-4 reports that the incident took place at the company’s transformer manufacturing facility, with authorities...
Wisconsin, Iowa Senators Celebrate Passage of Rural Internet Access Bill
By Thérèse Boudreaux | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Legislation to expand rural Americans’ access to the internet by easing regulatory requirements for smaller broadband providers has unanimously passed the U.S. Senate. The ACCESS Rural America Act,...