Gov. Evers signs biennial budget: “A win for Wisconsin’s kids, families and communities”

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Governor Tony Evers signed Wisconsin’s biennial budget. In a statement, Evers said in part, “We’ve worked hard to be prudent with taxpayer dollars and save where we can, while still investing in the needs that had long been neglected …

AAA and Wisconsin State Patrol encourage safe driving this holiday weekend

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - We’re two days out from the Fourth of July, but travel is already underway as people make their way to their favorite vacation spots. Wisconsin State Patrol and AAA say it’s best to avoid any distractions and be extra cautious while …

Fourth of July events: Where to watch fireworks in Ohio, Wisconsin and Minnesota

Independence Day weekend is almost here. Whether you are going out with friends or family, watching the fireworks together is the perfect way to celebrate the Fourth of July. So, here's a list of locations to watch fireworks in Ohio, Wisconsin, and …

Northwoods lawmakers react to Wisconsin striking 1849 abortion ban

ASHLAND, Wis. (Northern News Now) -The Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down the state’s 176-year-old abortion ban and Northland lawmakers are reacting to the decision. Wednesday, the court ruled 4-3 that it was superseded by newer state laws regulating the …

Online auction of NFL Draft items nets nearly $34,000 for Red Cross of Northeast Wisconsin

GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- An online auction of authentic memorabilia from the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay raised nearly $34,000 for the Northeast Wisconsin Chapter of the American Red Cross. Titletown Auction Company presented the donation check at a ceremony …

Wisconsin lawmakers push to pass state budget before Trump signs federal spending package

MADISON (WLUK) -- Wisconsin lawmakers are rushing to pass the next state budget and get it signed into law before federal law changes take effect, potentially costing Wisconsin hospitals $1.5 billion. The Wisconsin State Senate met Wednesday to debate and …

Wisconsin launches Operation Dry Water to ensure safe and sober Fourth of July boating

GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- Wisconsin officials hope their safety message for the Fourth of July weekend makes waves throughout the state's waterways. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources joined law enforcement agencies nationwide for Operation Dry …

Family feel helped Wisconsin land athletic DT Arthur Scott

In early April, Arthur Scott went out to do speed ladders on his high school field. He filmed a clip, posted it to X and tagged several defensive line coaches. While it is unlikely it was solely that seven seconds of video that did it, Wisconsin defensive …

Pro-choice and pro-life groups react to Wisconsin Supreme Court ruling on abortion

Reaction to SCOWIS abortion ruling MADISON (WKOW) — In a 4–3 decision, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that the state’s 19th-century abortion ban, dating back to the Civil War era, is no longer enforceable.  The court determined that the law …

World War II combat knife returned to Wisconsin family