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WISCONSIN PREP SOFTBALL: Brodhead stays undefeated in close 3-1 win over Clinton
BRODHEAD, Wis. – Coming off an 8-6 victory over rival Beloit Turner on Monday, Clinton’s Cougars put undefeated Brodhead in their sights on Tuesday. Cardinals ace Ava Risum had other ideas, however. Risum struck out 15 and allowed only five hits in 6 2-3 innings as Brodhead improved to 11-0 by edging Clinton 3-1. After Risum was struck by a line drive in the right forearm, Sophia Leitzen came on...
Rock County warns residents they may have been exposed to measles
ROCK COUNTY, Wis. (WTVO) — The Rock County Health Department is warning residents that they may have been exposed to measles last week. According to health officials, a Dane County resident with a confirmed case of measles spent time in Rock County while infectious. Officials provided a list of locations and times at which residents […]
Janesville house hit by gunfire
JANESVILLE — Bullets hit a house and shell casings were recovered after Janesville police responded to a shots-fired call late Monday night in the 2200 block of Green Valley Drive in Janesville. No arrests had been made as of Tuesday afternoon. Close to midnight Monday, officers responded to several calls from neighbors about shots being fired. No one was reported injured. This remains an ongoing investigation. Those with information can call the Janesville Police Department at 608-755-3100 or Rock County Communications Center at 608-757-2244. Tips can also be made at CrimeStoppers at 608-756-3636 or submit a tip on a smartphone using the P3 app.
Hononegah High School senior performs CPR, saves choking child
News Weather Sports Watch TV Schedule Community Good Day Stateline About Us. Hononegah High School Senior Cassidy Davenport jumped in when someone was screaming for help and saved a choking child at Target.
Reigning state champ Brodhead's softball win streak reaches double digits
Sophie Leitzen capped a nine-run first inning for Brodhead with a two-strike grand slam — her second hit of the frame — to help lead the Cardinals to their 10th straight win Monday in Brodhead. Visiting East Troy showed a little life in the later innings after Brodhead pulled starting pitcher Ava Risum, including a two-run homer off the bat of Irelyn Loomis in the top of the fifth that made it 11-2 and postponed the mercy-rule finish. ...
Public record for April 30, 2024
Rock County Felony arrests All of those listed below have since their arrest been formally charged with a felony (or felonies). RICARDO VILLALOBOS, 36, of Beloit, OWI with passenger under 16-years-old, April 21, South Pearl Street and West Holmes Street, Janesville. NATHANIEL RAPSON, 17, of Orfordville, substantial battery, April 19, 2800 block South West Street, Town of Plymouth.
Baseball roundup: Senobe, Bockhop come up with hits in Brodhead/Juda's walkoff win over Dodgeville
Dodgeville put up its number in the first. All Brodhead/Juda had to do was match it. It took the Cardinals (7-4 overall, 5-1 Rock Valley) until the fourth to do so, and then in the bottom of the eighth, Evan Senobe hit a leadoff double and Gabe Bockhop drove him in for a 5-4 walk-off nonconference win over the Dodgers. Sam Searls pitched four scoreless innings of relief to pick...
Staff cuts planned following failed Evansville school referendum
EVANSVILLE — In the wake of a failed April 2 referendum, the Evansville Community School District is planning to eliminate 14 positions, including 11 teachers, for the 2024-25 school year. That would amount to $1.1 million trimmed from its 2024-25 budget, just in staff reductions. Without the staff cuts, the district is projecting a $2.1 million 2024-25 budget deficit. ...
Reflecting Janesville history, downtown law office renamed Turke & Steil
JANESVILLE — What’s in a name? A law firm’s name can change decade to decade due to changes in partners. However, since 1878, 1 E. Milwaukee St. in Janesville has always had a law firm in the building. Since 1960, it has been named Brennan & Steil. In August 2023, Brennan & Steil was absorbed into Madison law firm Turke & Strauss. In May, it will be renamed the Janesville...
Illinois first responders stage drunk driving crash ahead of prom season
ORANGEVILLE, Ill. (WTVO) — The Orangeville School District held a mock crash demonstration for students ahead of prom season. The presentation involved Leamons ambulance, Orangeville and Cedarville Fire Departments along with the Stephenson County Sheriff’s Office. The crash is meant to bring awareness to the dangers of driving distracted or under the influence. “The big […]
Beloit gunshot victim recovering at local hospital
BELOIT, Wis. (WTVO) — Beloit Police say the victim of a Sunday afternoon shooting was able to take themselves to a local hospital for treatment. According to police, the shooting happened around 3:56 p.m. in the 700 block of Oak Street. The shooting is currently under investigation, and police did not announce any arrests connected […]
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