More than a hotline: How IMPACT works in Wisconsin

If you or anyone you know has ever been in need of a service, you may have been told to call IMPACT. But what exactly is that?  Put simply, IMPACT is Milwaukee’s central access point for people in need. The nonprofit organization has served Southeastern …

Healthcare support in the new Wisconsin budget

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - In a rush to the finish line, Wisconsin lawmakers approved a new state budget last week. The budget is considered a compromise from both sides of the aisle, but lawmakers seem to agree that it is a win for healthcare. “The good …

Wisconsin candle company raises funds for Texas flood relief

STURGEON BAY, Wis. (WBAY) -- A Wisconsin business is helping raise money for Texas flood relief. Door County Candle Co. created a special vanilla-scented candle for the cause. According to our Green Bay affiliate, all of the profits will go to flood relief …

Can it happen to us? The risk of flash floods in central Wisconsin

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - After devastating flash flooding struck Central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend, the question arises: Can this happen to us in central Wisconsin? Flooding occurs in Wisconsin every year, and it is expected with the amount of …

Judge recommends that case against Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan proceed

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A federal magistrate judge recommended Monday that the case proceed against a Wisconsin judge who was indicted on allegations that she helped a man who is in the country illegally evade U.S. immigration agents seeking to arrest him in …

Wisconsin Lottery Player Is Now The Winner Of $2 Million

Powerball remains one of the most popular lottery games played throughout the United States. Powerball tickets are widely available in 45 states, along with the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, so it's always fantastic …

Northern Wisconsin State Fair setting up for packed week

CHIPPEWA FALLS (WQOW) - The Northern Wisconsin State Fair is getting ready to welcome thousands to Chippewa Falls this week.  The fairgrounds will soon be filled with guests, rides, and plenty of fair food, but Monday was busy with semitrucks, trailers, …

2 men die in Delavan Lake in Wisconsin over weekend

2 men die in separate incidents in one day on Delavan Lake in Wisconsin

2 men die in Delavan Lake in Wisconsin over weekend 2 men die in Delavan Lake in Wisconsin over weekend 00:27 Two people died in separate incidents over the holiday weekend on Delavan Lake, a popular tourist destination in southeastern Wisconsin near Lake …

Wisconsin animal rescue groups organizing supply drive for Texas flood victims

A Wisconsin-based animal rescue organization is mobilizing to help both people and animals affected by devastating flooding in Kerrville, Texas, with a personal connection driving their urgent response. Blackberry Point Haven, in collaboration with End of …