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Authorities in Fond du Lac investigating complex crime scheme where Nicaraguan national paid for time alone with someone’s daughter
OAKFIELD, Wis. (WFRV) – A Nicaraguan man who illegally entered the United States back in 2021 was taken into custody on Sunday after a 12-year-old girl broke free of his capture and sought help. According to the Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office, on Sunday, May 19, shortly before...
Dodge County Sheriff's deputy injured after losing control of car on wet road and striking house
A Dodge County Sheriff's Office deputy received minor injuries after he lost control of his squad car and struck a house Monday afternoon, according to the sheriff's office. The deputy was responding to a call around 5 p.m. when at "the rain-covered roadway" at the intersection of State 68 and County A in...
Child human trafficking suspect arrested in Fond du Lac, investigation underway
FOND DU LAC COUNTY, Wis. (CBS 58) -- An investigation is underway after the arrest of a man accused of child human trafficking. Deputies with the Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a home in the town of Oakfield for a sexual assault complaint after officials say a caller reported a 12-year-old girl showed up at his door seeking help.
Fond du Lac man sentenced to life in prison for 2022 fatal shooting of Brandon Johnson
FOND DU LAC – Timothy Brown, 33, has been sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 fatal shooting of Brandon Johnson. Judge Tricia Walker sentenced Brown May 17 with no eligibility of release for first-degree intentional homicide with use of a dangerous weapon. For the count of possession...
Campbellsport sprinter advances to sectionals after WIAA grants waiver
KIEL, Wis. - A Campbellsport High School sprinter who was once told he was ineligible now advances to sectionals as he plans to go for a state record. But there were hurdles to even compete. He competed at regionals on Monday, May 20, all thanks to support from Wisconsin lawmakers.
Emerald Ash Borer detected in Fond du Lac Reservation
CLOQUET, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), an invasive forest pest that destroys ash trees, has been detected within the Fond du Lac Reservation. The Fond du Lac Resource Management Department confirmed the presence of EAB on Monday. Officials say the detection occurred on the north...
Ripon woman flown by helicopter from scene of crash between van and motorcycle on State 23
TOWN OF ELDORADO — A 50-year-old Ripon woman was flown by helicopter from the scene of a crash involving a van and motorcycle that happened at the intersection of State 23 and Rose Eld Road Friday night. The woman was reported to be conscious, but had suffered “significant injuries”...
Fond du Lac communities will celebrate Memorial Day with parades, ceremonies and food. Here's what to know.
FOND DU LAC – Memorial Day this year is May 27, and every community celebrates it a little differently. Here's where to honor Memorial Day in the Fond du Lac area. The 2024 Memorial Day parade, hosted by the Disabled American Veterans, will start at 10 a.m. on the corner of Rees and Main streets, and proceed south on Main Street to Veterans Park.
Workweek begins with rounds of showers, thunderstorms
MILWAUKEE — Interactive Radar | Weather Watch Map Room | Traffic Conditions. After a beautiful weekend, the workweek will start off with showers and thunderstorms. Two rounds are expected Monday — morning and another round in the late afternoon into the early evening. The late afternoon round of storms could have some gusty winds and hail. The morning risk of severe weather should remain very minimal.
Fond du Lac Bilingual Aide Stephanie Gonzalez Receives Excellence in Education Award
KIEL, Wis. (WFRV) – Bilingual Aide Stephanie Gonzalez received the Excellence in Education Award on May 18th at the Kiel Performing Arts Center. The judges recognized her for her community involvement. The event included a red carpet arrival for honorees and their families and a VIP reception before the...
Rosendale-Brandon school secretary Jean Marchant receives Excellence in Education Award
KIEL, WI (WFRV) – Longtime secretary Jean Marchant received an Excellence in Education Award Saturday during a special ceremony at the Kiel Performing Arts Center at Kiel High School. Judges honored her in the community involvement category. Marchant was joined by her family and used the get-together to celebrate...
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