92nd annual Rutabaga Fest in Cumberland
CUMBERLAND, Wis. (WJMC) — Today through Sunday, area visitors can join in and celebrate Cumberland’s 92nd Rutabaga Fest. The weekend includes such events as the hot pepper eating contest, the…
Two Canadian railways lockout workers
TORONTO, Canada (WRN) — Two major Canadian railways that serve Wisconsin have stopped operations during a labor dispute. Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City Southern locked out union workers…
Evers, DOT announce over $177 million for statewide road projects
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — More than $177 million in additional funding is being released for road improvement projects across Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced…
DNR says new invasive species spreading across Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — A new invasive species is spreading across Wisconsin. The Department of Natural Resources says eastern Asia’s elm zigzag sawfly was first detected in the U.S. three…
Wisconsin joining new tax filing program
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Wisconsin will join a new tax filing program for 2025. The Internal Revenue Service’s Direct File program gives eligible Wisconsin taxpayers an option to file state…
Chetek Long Bridge detour opposed by many
CHETEK, Wis. (WJMC) — Chetek residents and local officials have voiced their objections to a proposed 18-mile construction detour around the Chetek Long Bridge. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation plans…
Johnson says Harris “doesn’t have a clue” about private sector
CHICAGO, Ill. (WRN) — U.S. Senator Ron Johnson says there’s a stark contrast between the economic knowledge of Democrats, and Republicans and former President Donald Trump. “They think all the…
Racine DNC delegate on Harris-Walz appeal, and voters who need to be reached
CHICAGO, Ill. (WRN) — A Wisconsin delegate to the Democratic National Convention says the ticket of Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has charged up the party.…
DNR announces new tool for monitoring water quality
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) The Department of Natural Resources unveils a new tool to help monitor water quality. The Wisconsin Water Explorer is a web-based tool that can help residents address…
Spooner man arrested by Washburn SRT
SPOONER, Wis. (WJMC) — The Washburn County Special Response Team was called out Tuesday to take a man into custody. Spooner Police Chief Mike Kronberger said police officers and sheriff’s…