State Dems unveil job bills

Pointing to the state's poor ranking on job creation, Minority Democrats in the Legislature say they have a series of proposals that would put people to work. Assembly Minority Leader Peter Barca says they want to give technical colleges flexible…

posted 2013-02-01 05:02 by WHBY

Some TCCES kindergartners get tablets

All kindergarten students are using tablet computers at an elementary school in Menasha. Twin City Catholic Education System president Pat Batey says the program at St. Mary elementary is part of an effort to help all students excel in using…

posted 2013-02-01 05:01 by WHBY

2013-01-31

High court sides with Menasha police

In a split decision, the state Supreme Court says Menasha police didn't violate a man's rights when they went into his bedroom. Officers were investigating an accident in February of 2010, and court records say evidence at the scene led…

posted 2013-01-31 13:05 by WHBY

Appleton paper company opens on-site clinic

The Appleton paper company has a new on-site medical clinic, to make it easier for workers to get their regular check-ups. CEO Mark Richards says they're partnering with ThedaCare, and it's a first for the area. He says it continues…

posted 2013-01-31 13:04 by WHBY

Appleton police enforce snow emergency rules

The snowstorm is leaving some drivers with lighter wallets. Appleton police ticketed 59 vehicles and towed 42, after drivers failed to follow the rules of a Class III snow emergency, and parked on city streets. Sgt. Dave Lund says that's…

posted 2013-01-31 13:03:13 by WHBY

Volunteers conduct homeless count

The snow forced groups to cancel events and meetings last night, but advocates for the homeless say the weather made it even more important to conduct their bi-annual "Point in Time" count of the homeless in the Fox Valley. Chris…

posted 2013-01-31 13:02 by WHBY

Founder of St. Joseph Food Program honored

The man who started the St. Joseph Food Program 30 years ago is retiring, and the state is calling him a Wisconsin Hero. First Lady Tonnette Walker hands out the award to someone each month, for making a difference in…

posted 2013-01-31 13:00:34 by WHBY

Xiong back in court for deadly texting case

The Little Chute woman accused of texting while driving, when she hit a bicyclist in Kimberly last year, will be back in court, in March. Prosecutors charged 19-year-old Pa Kue Xiong with homicide by negligent driving. 46-year-old James Weiss of…

posted 2013-01-31 13:00 by WHBY

Massive fire damages Burlington plant

Firefighters from about 80 departments in southern Wisconsin battled a massive fire overnight, at a plant in Burlington. Fire Chief Richard Lodle says Echo Lake Farm Produce plant has 70,000 square feet. About 50 people in nearby homes and apartments…

posted 2013-01-31 12:59 by WHBY

Doctor weighs in on cancer screenings

A local doctor says recommendations about cancer screenings from a consumer advocacy magazine make sense. Consumer Reports has a list of cancer tests that most people should get, or avoid, in this month's issue. ThedaCare's cancer program chair, Dr. Kevin…

posted 2013-01-31 05:05 by WHBY

Cold snap to follow snow

People may still be digging out of the snow this morning, and soon, they'll have to deal with a bitter cold spell. Meteorologist Morgan Brooks is with the National Weather Service in Wisconsin. She says the frigid temperatures will move…

posted 2013-01-31 05:04 by WHBY

Study compares income, taxes

A study shows people with smaller incomes spend a larger share of their money, on all taxes. Jon Peacock is with the Wisconsin Budget Project. He says for those who make less than $21,000 a year, almost 10 percent of…