Former West Salem star the 'spark plug' for UW-L baseball
Former West Salem baseball star Chris Calico is thriving on the diamond at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
May 6, 2026Open source
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Citing economic uncertainty, Uline looks to pause construction plan in Kenosha County
Wisconsin's Uline is looking to pause the development of a more than 1 million-square-foot distribution center in Kenosha due to economic uncertainty.
May 30, 2026Open source
Milwaukee man with felony warrant from Kenosha arrested following police pursuit in Fond du Lac
A Milwaukee man with a felony warrant from Kenosha County was arrested on Saturday morning following a police pursuit in Fond du Lac County.
May 9, 2026Open source
‘The Middle’ highlights Wisconsin veterans’ experiences, need for mental health support
The nationally syndicated radio show hosted by Jeremy Hobson will be in Kenosha for a live taping on May 12. Two Wisconsin veterans will share their stories...
May 7, 2026Open source
Family relieved as suspected drunk driver taken into custody 8 months after killing their mom
For nearly eight months, the family of Angelina Principato waited for justice. On Wednesday — they got it.
May 7, 2026Open source
Police search for man who escaped from Kenosha Correctional Center
Jonathan Taylor, 31, has a history of criminal convictions, including battery and disorderly conduct.
May 6, 2026Open source
Police Search for Prisoner Who Escaped Kenosha Correctional Center
Jonathan Taylor, 31, escaped from the prison just before 3:30 p.m. Tuesday.
May 6, 2026Open source
Inmate escapes Kenosha Correctional Center, police ask for help
An urgent search is underway after inmate Jonathan Taylor escaped from the Kenosha Correctional Center. Officials have not said how he got out.
May 6, 2026Open source
Shots fired at Kenosha police officers; suspect inside residence
Shots were fired Monday evening at Kenosha Police Department officers.
May 5, 2026Open source
Kenosha County extends free well-testing services in flooded areas
Residents affected by the recent flooding along the Fox River and elsewhere are encouraged to utilize free well-testing services offered by Kenosha County Pu...
May 4, 2026Open source
Kenosha County Bystander rescues driver from burning car after Kenosha County crash Makaylah Chavez
Kenosha County Bystander rescues driver from burning car after Kenosha County crash Makaylah Chavez
May 3, 2026Open source
Forest County sheriff investigating human remains found
Forest County sheriff discovered unidentified human remains near Silver Lake Road, Laona.
Jun 7, 2026Open source
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Elections Commission grants ballot access to 7th CD candidates
The Wisconsin Elections Commission on Wednesday approved the ballot access signatures for the final four candidates in this year's elections.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Conservative nonprofit files lawsuit seeking to scrap state testing standards
The Institute for Reforming Government is suing the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction alleging that it violated open meetings law.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Democrats and advocates call for state birth control protections
State laws are necessary to protect Wisconsinites from the Trump administration and the Supreme Court, Wisconsin lawmakers warned.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
New World Screwworm Heading North, Wisconsin Experts Warn
Flesh-eating fly has been confirmed in Texas cattle, posing a risk to other mammals.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Controversial Democrat Kirk Bangstad Can’t Run for Wisconsin Governor
Elections Commission finds Minocqua Brewing owner lacked enough signatures to get on ballot.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Newly Listed Homes in Verona, WI — Updated Jun. 10, 2026
A look at the newest homes for sale in Verona, WI. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what
Jun 11, 2026Open source
WI Elections Commission Denies Ballot Access for Some Candidates
The Wisconsin Elections Commission met Tuesday to adjudicate more than a dozen challenges to the nominating signatures of candidates for the Legislature, U.S...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Why NFL, Packers are battling with Wisconsin Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
A decades-old law that the Packers say is crucial to their survival has become the center of debate for Wisconsin
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Portion of WIS 80 in Grant County closed due to utility emergency
Wisconsin Department of Transportation sent notice at 1:26 p.m. that all lanes in both directions in Grant County are blocked until further notice.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Department of Health Services tracking high levels of tick activity
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services continues to track high levels of tick activity during peak tick season.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Downed power lines, road closures in Dodge County following storm damage
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is responding to damage throughout Dodge County due to a severe storm that rolled across southern Wisconsin Wednesday aft...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Public Service prepares for severe weather outages
With strong storms already rolling through, Wisconsin Public Service says crews are ready to respond to any outages and damage.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin Department of Health Services tracking high levels of tick activity
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services continues to track high levels of tick activity during peak tick season.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Downed power lines, road closures in Dodge County following storm damage
The Dodge County Sheriff’s Office is responding to damage throughout Dodge County due to a severe storm that rolled across southern Wisconsin Wednesday aft...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Severe storms impact southeast Wisconsin Wednesday
Storm Team 4 is monitoring several rounds of strong to severe storms between now and Thursday night. Follow along with live updates at TMJ4.com.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Record-breaking Timber Rattler Andrew Fischer staying patient for his next opportunity
Andrew Fischer, one of the Milwaukee Brewers' top prospects, is making the most of his first full professional season - breaking the Wisconsin Timber Rattler...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
The Wisconsin teacher who built America's first kindergarten in 1856
Did you know: Wisconsin had the nation's first official kindergarten? Margarethe Schur, a German immigrant, founded the first kindergarten in Watertown back...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Wisconsin LGBTQ+ Pride: The faces behind community and change
WISN 12 partnered with the Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project to highlight notable figures each day during Pride Month.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
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Salem is in Kenosha County, Wisconsin.
Region: Southern Wisconsin
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Elections Commission grants ballot access to 7th CD candidates
The Wisconsin Elections Commission on Wednesday approved the ballot access signatures for the final four candidates in this year's elections.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Conservative nonprofit files lawsuit seeking to scrap state testing standards
The Institute for Reforming Government is suing the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction alleging that it violated open meetings law.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Democrats and advocates call for state birth control protections
State laws are necessary to protect Wisconsinites from the Trump administration and the Supreme Court, Wisconsin lawmakers warned.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
New World Screwworm Heading North, Wisconsin Experts Warn
Flesh-eating fly has been confirmed in Texas cattle, posing a risk to other mammals.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Controversial Democrat Kirk Bangstad Can’t Run for Wisconsin Governor
Elections Commission finds Minocqua Brewing owner lacked enough signatures to get on ballot.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Newly Listed Homes in Verona, WI — Updated Jun. 10, 2026
A look at the newest homes for sale in Verona, WI. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what
Jun 11, 2026Open source
WI Elections Commission Denies Ballot Access for Some Candidates
The Wisconsin Elections Commission met Tuesday to adjudicate more than a dozen challenges to the nominating signatures of candidates for the Legislature, U.S...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Why NFL, Packers are battling with Wisconsin Rep. Scott Fitzgerald
A decades-old law that the Packers say is crucial to their survival has become the center of debate for Wisconsin
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Portion of WIS 80 in Grant County closed due to utility emergency
Wisconsin Department of Transportation sent notice at 1:26 p.m. that all lanes in both directions in Grant County are blocked until further notice.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
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