Category Archives: Local
Wisconsin DOJ investigating officer-involved death in Marinette County
NIAGARA, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- An officer-involved death in Marinette County is under investigation. According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice, the incident occurred in the city of Niagara shortly ...
Nov 06, 2025
Wisconsin Public Service warns of rise in utility scams, urges caution among residents
(WTAQ-WLUK) -- Wisconsin Public Service is teaming up with law enforcement across Wisconsin to warn everyone of a sharp increase in utility scam attempts this week. Scammers are aggressively contactin...
Nov 06, 2025
Community urged to help support the 1 in 4 Brown County residents who face food insecurity
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- One in four people in Brown County face food insecurity. That's before FoodShare benefits were paused due to the ongoing government shutdown. "Hunger and food insecurity i...
Nov 06, 2025 Paul's Pantry is trying to keep up with the increased number of people coming through their doors. The increase is also driving up the need for help.
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Oshkosh animal shelter worried about impact that 44% reduction in city funding would have
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The city of Oshkosh plans to reduce funds provided to the Oshkosh Area Humane Society after facing a structural budget deficit. Executive Director Ieva Engel said it would b...
Nov 06, 2025 The Oshkosh Area Humane Society logo. November 5, 2025.
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How pharmacy benefit managers are driving Northeast Wisconsin pharmacies out of business
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Pharmacies across the nation have been closing at a fast rate, with independent pharmacies -- including some here in Northeast Wisconsin -- being hit the hardest. At the e...
Nov 06, 2025 A pharmacist places medications in packaging for a patient at Smith Pharmacy in Little Chute.
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Marinette officer earns Valor Award for heroism in drowning tragedy of boy
MARINETTE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- A Marinette police officer is being recognized for his heroic efforts during the tragic drowning incident of 13-year-old Jakob Bowerman. Officer Jagielski was presented wi...
Nov 05, 2025 Marinette police officer Jagielski was presented with the Valor Award for his efforts during the tragic drowning of 13-year-old Jakob Bowerman in August, November 5, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Marinette Police Department)
Year-round farmers' market facility on Military Avenue gets city funding approval
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The Military Avenue Business District's plan to build a year-round farmers' market facility is one step closer to getting a big boost in funding. On Tuesday, the Green Bay...
Nov 05, 2025 The new 'Market on Military' building will be a dedicated space for Military Avenue's farmers markets and will double as an indoor pickleball court for public use.
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Resch Center secures state sports events with 5-year agreement
ASHWAUBENON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The Resch Center will continue to be the home of state volleyball and basketball tournaments for the next five years. "We feel the welcome when we come to Green Bay. We ...
Nov 05, 2025 Resch Center Prepares for the WIAA Girls State Basketball Tournament March 12, 2025.
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Oshkosh aims to enhance downtown area with new William Waters Plaza Gazebo
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The construction of a new Oshkosh landmark is officially complete. City leaders held a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday to celebrate the William Waters Plaza Gazebo, located ...
Nov 05, 2025 Oshkosh leaders held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the William Waters Plaza Gazebo, Nov. 4, 2025.
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Food service provider ends contract with UW-Oshkosh; 155 employees to be laid off
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- More than 150 people will be out of a job come spring, when UW-Oshkosh's food service provider ends its contract with the school. Elior, Inc. filed a notice Monday with the ...
Nov 05, 2025 University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Sept. 19, 2019.
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