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Suspect in Janesville drug investigation flees officers, involved in hit-and-run
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WTVO) — Police in Janesville arrested Deshawn Foreman, 28, a suspect in a drug investigation, after a pursuit Thursday morning that ended in a crash with another motorist. Janesville Police officers attempted to confront Foreman in a traffic stop at 9:35 a.m. but said he refused to comply with officers and fled the […]
Walking School Bus debuts in Janesville Monday
JANESVILLE — The Janesville Community Center is kicking off the city’s first Walking School Bus on Monday. This is a 6-week pilot, funded by a $1,000 grant, that for now is only to open to Wilson Elementary School students. The vision is to expand it in the future. Participants will meet at Chief David Moore Park at Laurel Avenue and N. Franklin Street or can join in at other stops...
Janesville elementary school wins National Blue Ribbon award
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WMTV) - A Janesville elementary school is now the recipient of the National Blue Ribbon award. WMTV 15 News had the opportunity to sit down with Monroe Elementary School Principal Sally Pope on what the award means for the community. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program is a...
Rock County Board denies $500,000 request for children's museum
JANESVILLE — The Rock County Board of Supervisors on Thursday night voted down a request to give $500,000 to the planned Children’s Museum of Rock County. The funding would have come from yet-unspent COVID-19 era American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The vote was 8-16. At least 18 “yes” votes were required for passage. Rock...
Woman found dead on bike trail in Janesville identified
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WMTV) - The Rock County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the woman killed and found dead on a bike trail in Janesville. The agency confirms Kiersten Hansen, 22, of Janesville, died from a gunshot wound. Logan Barclay, 23, appeared in court on Monday to face a first-degree...
Years as assistant coach in Janesville Parker's girls basketball program lands Jane Dooley in Janesville Sports Hall of Fame
Jane Dooley missed the coverage and hoopla surrounding high school girls athletics present today when she played at Janesville Craig High in the late 1970s. Dooley did not miss any of that while an assistant coach for the Janesville Parker High girls basketball team during its successful 26-year run under head coach Tom Klawitter. Her achievements during those times and as the head softball coach and volleyball coach at Parker...
Feedback wanted for Turtle Creek Park project in Beloit
BELOIT, Wis. (WIFR) - The City of Beloit wants to hear from the community about the next phase of work for Turtle Creek Park, 1312 E. Grand Avenue. A public meeting for phase two of the Turtle Creek Park master plan is planned for 5-6 p.m. April 25, at 2400 Springbrook Court in Beloit. The city says it wants to reimagine the future of the park as a gathering place for everyone.
Two people arrested following search warrant operation in Beloit
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Two people were arrested Monday after a search warrant operation was conducted in Beloit, Beloit Police Department reports. According to BPD, the search warrant was served in the 1700 block of Gateway Boulevard. It was a follow-up visit to an investigation into drug offenses and violent crimes.
Janesville events taking place in the month of May
JANESVILLE, Wis. (WMTV) - Community members can expect to find a wide array of activities taking place in Janesville in the month of May. WMTV 15 News sat down with Christine Rebout with the Janesville Convention and Visitors Bureau to discuss what people in the area can expect to find this upcoming month.
Whiskey Hotel Barbecue’s grand opening is a smokin’ success
Spring is in the air, and so is the smell of good barbecue!. Stateline residents and barbecue lovers from all over the area flocked to the grand opening of Whiskey Hotel Barbecue on Saturday, April 20, 2024 in Roscoe, IL. You can visit the new barbecue business at 5522 Elevator...
Janesville School District to release facilities survey ahead of potential operational referendum
JANESVILLE — The Janesville School District is mailing a survey to all district households ahead of an expected referendum. It seeks community input regarding the district’s facilities and operational plans. The referendum could be on the ballot as early as November. Community members are asked to complete the survey by May 20. The district operates 20 school facilities and maintains more than two million square feet of buildings. The average...
Beloit man and juvenile charged with intent to deliver cocaine, cannabis
BELOIT, Wis. (WTVO) — Beloit Police’s Violent Crime Interdiction Team (VCIT) arrested Jeovonte Jones, 38, and a juvenile, 17, both for intent to deliver cannabis among different charges between the two. On April 22nd, police conducted a search warrant in the 1700 block of Gateway Boulevard as a follow-up to an investigation into drug offenses […]
Fourth person dead in crash near Whitewater identified
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The medical examiner’s office identified a fourth person who died in a crash two weeks ago near Town of Lima. Patricia Seufzer, 59, was med-flighted away from the scene of the crash with life-threatening injuries. She died in the hospital five days later, on Thursday, April 18, the Rock County Medical Examiner’s Office said.
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