Category Archives: Local
EAA Museum remembers Gene Hackman's visit in 1989 after news of his passing
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- As the news of actor Gene Hackman's death circulates, the EAA Museum is sharing its memory of the Oscar-winner. Hackman, his wife, Betsy Arakawa and his dog were all found d...
Feb 27, 2025 Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman with EAA presidentTom Poberezny during a surprise tour of the EAA Museum, May 3, 1989. (Photo courtesy of EAA)
Manitowoc police alert residents to rising cryptocurrency scams targeting older adults
MANITOWOC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Manitowoc police are warning the public on cryptocurrency and bitcoin scams that have been circling the community. Cryptocurrency scams can originate from various sources,...
Feb 27, 2025
Crash in Waupaca County sends two to hospital by helicopter, another by ambulance
WEYAUWEGA, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Three people were hurt in a Waupaca County crash. Just after 9 p.m. Wednesday, deputies received a report of a one-vehicle crash on Pufahl Road, north of Zabel Road in the...
Feb 27, 2025 A Waupaca County Sheriff's Office squad vehicle (IMAGE: Courtesy of Fox 11 WLUK)
Multiple departments battle Oconto apartment fire
OCONTO, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Everyone is safe after an apartment fire in Oconto. The fire broke out around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday on Main Street. Because of the size of the fire, nine departments responded....
Feb 27, 2025 Crews on scene of an apartment fire on Main Street in Oconto, February 27, 2025.
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Wisconsin Swim Academy plans new center in Howard, aims to boost swim safety by year's end
HOWARD, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- There could soon be a new recreational center for families in Howard. Wisconsin Swim Academy is behind the project, which is currently seeing success at its facility in Apple...
Feb 27, 2025 The village of Howard may soon have a new learn-to-swim facility for kids and families. The plan is to put the new building at 2938 Shawano Avenue and is being built by the Wisconsin Swim Academy, which currently has a location in Appleton.
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Gov. Evers wants to expand the Earned Release Program, but has it been effective?
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- An inmate at an Outagamie County correctional center says Governor Tony Evers' plans for prisons have given him and others new hope of getting out early. As part of...
Feb 27, 2025 PHOTO: Courtesy of WLUK
Organizers gather outside Sen. Ron Johnson's office to protest potential Medicaid cuts
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Tuesday, in an effort to cut back federal funding, the U.S. House passed the Trump-backed budget resolution. The blueprint has $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and $2 trillion in s...
Feb 26, 2025 Protestors gather outside U.S. Senator Ron Johnson's office on Wednesday to protest potential cuts to Medicaid.
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A look at Gov. Evers' biennial budget proposal to increase special education spending
(WTAQ-WLUK) -- Funding for public education in Wisconsin will be a major topic for legislators as they negotiate the state budget. A large portion of Governor Tony Evers' plan to invest in all levels ...
Feb 26, 2025 GBAPSD
Bay Beach to open early, local nonprofits to hold kids' camps during NFL Draft week
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- For families looking to avoid the hustle and bustle of the draft, a number of Green Bay attractions will be open for business. With public schools closed, Bay Beach is ope...
Feb 26, 2025 The Zippin Pippin at Bay Beach Amusement Park in Green Bay (File Photo)
UWGB offering 3-session course on NFL Draft history
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Three upcoming sessions will help fans get ready for the NFL Draft in Green Bay by exploring the event's nine-decade-long history. The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is...
Feb 26, 2025 PHOTO: Courtesy of WLUK
