Green Lake, Wis. (June 17, 2024) On July 20, Chicago’s legendary sketch and improv comedy theater returns to Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin, for two shows with a 65th Anniversary Show. This is a must-see comedy featuring some of Chicago’s brightest comedy stars in a special night – two show engagement. Showtimes are 6:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. The Second City is celebrating 65 years of legendary laughs! Showcasing some of […]
Three people were injured, one seriously, when two motorcycles crashed after one hit a deer in Fond du Lac County. The crash happened shortly before 8 pm Sunday on Highway 45 near Gatzke Lane in the town of Auburn. A 23 year old Adell man was southbound on 45 near the Milwaukee River when he struck a deer and was ejected from his bike. He was flown by helicopter to a hospital with serious […]
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Eleven people were injured when an escalator malfunctioned at American Family Field in Milwaukee following the Brewers’ loss to the Chicago Cubs. The issue occurred Saturday. Brewers' spokesperson Tyler Barnes says six people were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and five others were treated at the ballpark. The escalator’s malfunction resulted “in an increased downward speed." Other details were not immediately available. Saturday’s 5-3 loss ended the Brewers’ […]
photo: fdl fire and rescue Nobody was injured in a fire that destroyed a garage in Fond du Lac. Shortly before 1:30am Sunday firefighters were called to 567 county highway k to find the garage fully engulfed in flames. A pickup next to the garage, and vehicle and trailer in the garage were also destroyed. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
A Lomira man was arrested following a violent domestic incident in the village of Lomira and stand-off with police. The victim was able to safely escape but the suspect refused to exit the residence. Deputies established a perimeter on the residence during the investigation. That investigation established probable cause of felony assault charges as well as the use of a firearm during the incident. Deputies on the scene continued to […]
The estranged husband of a missing Dodge County woman has been arrested. Dodge County Sheriff Dale Schmidt says 42 year old Zacariah Rasch of rural Clyman was arrested after detectives learned he had made numerous transactions on Crystal Rasch's financial accounts without consent. He made his initial Dodge County Circuit court appearance Friday on a charge of unauthorized use of an individual’s personal identifying information. Bail was set at $250,000 cash. Meanwhile Schmidt says the […]
Clean up continues in Waupun after more than a half foot of rain last weekend flooded streets and basements. City administrator Kathy Schlieve says a week later things are slowly getting back to normal. Schlieve says basement flooding was widespread throughout the community. Schlieve says residents continued to haul flood damaged items to dumpsters at the city garage through at least the weekend.
Waupun area residents didn't let rain Friday night put a damper on the 12th annual Celebrate Waupun over the weekend. The event started Friday and continued through Sunday at Tanner Park. The event featured carnival rides and games, food and drinks, music, face painting, ax throwing and fireworks show Sunday night.
MADISON, Wis. – Fireworks, barbeques, and parties often commemorate Independence Day. During these Fourth of July celebrations, ReadyWisconsin urges everyone to prioritize safety and responsibility. “Have fun celebrating while keeping safety in mind,” said Wisconsin Emergency Management Administrator Greg Engle. “Everyone, from kids to adults, should take a moment to review safety and preparedness plans to ensure the holiday is memorable and worry-free.” In 2023, there were 126 emergency room visits in […]