Category Archives: Local
New London man sentenced for making child porn
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) – A Wisconsin man will spend 15 years in federal prison for producing child pornography. According to prosecutors, 38-year-old Shane M. Sells of New London took part in sexu...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 13, 2015
"Thank A Cop" campaign brings in hundreds of cards and notes of appreciation
ASHWAUBENON, WI (WTAQ) – While less than favorable media attention has been focused on the work of police officers lately, a local woman is spearheading an effort to let Wisconsin cops know they...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 13, 2015
3 suspects sought by Oshkosh police
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ) – Three people suspected of damaging an Oshkosh store are being sought by police. Oshkosh police say it happened at Hobbytown USA, 807 Oregon Street, on March 31. Investigator...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 13, 2015
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers wins 'Celebrity Jeopardy'
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) – “Jeopardy” fans got to see Aaron Rodgers win his celebrity match Tuesday. The Green Bay Packers’ quarterback won $50,000 for his charity, the Midwest Ath...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 13, 2015
Updated S.S. Badger to open Lake Michigan ferry season Friday
MANITOWOC, WI (WTAQ) – The oldest car ferry that crosses Lake Michigan will open its season on Friday. The coal fired S.S. Badger will renew its trips between Manitowoc and Ludington Michigan, a...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 13, 2015
Wisconsinites rush to help tornado alley storm victims
Green Bay, WI (WTAQ) – Recovery from this week’s severe storms and floods continues in places like Texas and Oklahoma….Wisconsinites are quick to lend a helping hand. Eight volunteer...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 12, 2015
Report: Major cuts possible to UW Extension service
MADISON, WI (WTAQ) – The UW Extension service is bracing for what could be its largest downsizing since the 1980’s. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel says the division that includes local agr...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 12, 2015
UPDATE: Seating bowl tickets sold out for Favre HOF induction ceremony
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) – Green Bay Packers fans lined up outside Lambeau Field Tuesday morning to grab seating bowl tickets for video board viewing of Brett Favre’s Hall of Fame induction ce...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 12, 2015
High speed chase in Sheboygan County
SHEBOYGAN COUNTY, WI (WTAQ) - One person is in custody after a high-speed chase overnight in Sheboygan County. The Sheboygan County Sheriff's Office says it started about 10:30 p.m. Monday when someon...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 12, 2015
'Swatting' incident under investigation in Waupaca
WAUPACA, WI (WTAQ) – Waupaca Police are informing the public about the dangers of “swatting” following an incident Sunday afternoon. Police say a 17-year-old boy was playing an Xbox ...
localnews@mwcradio.com May 11, 2015

