Category Archives: Local

De Pere woman charged with stealing over $111,000 from employer
DE PERE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- A De Pere woman allegedly stole more than $111,000 from her employer to pay for medical bills, according to a criminal complaint. Janet Maass, 59, faces one count of theft b...
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025

Menasha police warn of scam emails posing as city officials and requesting wire transfers
MENASHA, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The Menasha Police Department is warning its residents and business owners about fraudulent emails that look like they come from the city, but are actually sent by scammers....
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025

Police officers won't be criminally charged in man's fatal shooting at De Pere boat launch
DE PERE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Law enforcement officers will not face criminal charges in connection with the shooting death of a man in De Pere, authorities announced Wednesday. The incident happened Jul...
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025 The scene of a fatal officer-involved shooting at the Perkofski Boat Launch, July 26, 2025. (Photo courtesy: Wisconsin Department of Justice)

Downtown Appleton alderperson, residents are hoping to 'Stop the Noise'
APPLETON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Noise is becoming a nuisance in downtown Appleton. City ordinances have been in place for years, but one group called "Stop the Noise" says it's having a negative impact on...
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025 Outagamie County, Grand Chute and Appleton are working to reconstruct College Avenue between the Fox River Mall and downtown Appleton. Sept. 9, 2025.
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Hobart village board votes to hold decision on new municipal building project until Oct. 1
HOBART, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The vote on building a new municipal center in Hobart will have to wait just a little bit longer. One of the board members is currently on a business trip and attended Tuesda...
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025 Hobart Village Board addressing community at meeting, Sep. 16, 2025.
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Oconto Falls doctor will remain in custody as child pornography case moves forward
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- An Oconto Falls doctor facing child pornography production charges will remain in custody while the case continues. Isaias Cupino was originally charged in state court, wi...
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025 Dr. Isaias Cupino (Photo courtesy Oconto County Sheriff's Office)

Widow of Manitowoc alderman who died in crash will complete remainder of his council term
MANITOWOC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The widow of a longtime member of the Manitowoc Common Council is finishing out the remainder of his term in a tribute to her late husband. Jodi Brey was unanimously appoi...
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025 Jodi Brey was unanimously appointed as District 4 alderperson during the Manitowoc Common Council's meeting, Sept. 16, 2025. (Photo courtesy: Manitowoc Common Council)

Road closure on Green Bay's east side set for water utility connection
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- A portion of a road will be closed on Green Bay's far east side for a water utility connection. The 2900 block of Saint Anthony Drive between Mount Mary Drive and Curry La...
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025 PHOTO: Courtesy of WLUK

Brown County secures $50k grant to combat radon risks and promote home testing initiative
(WTAQ-WLUK) -- A federal grant is helping raise radon awareness in Brown County. Brown County was awarded $50,000 to use for radon awareness and mitigation. Radon, a colorless, odorless gas that is th...
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025 Radon test kit.
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Green Bay police ride the rails to crack down on train and vehicle safety
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Rail safety is gaining steam, putting Green Bay police officers on track to tackle near misses. In an effort to educate the public on railroad traffic safety, Green Bay of...
Rachel Charniak Sep 17, 2025 Railroad crossing sign in Green Bay Nov. 28, 2023.
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