Category Archives: Local

Man Shot by Deputy in Grand Chute has Died
GRAND CHUTE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The man shot by a sheriff's deputy in Grand Chute earlier this month has died. State investigators say when officers were called to a crash in the 2800 block of W. Prosp...
Rachel Charniak Apr 30, 2024 Emergency crews respond to a situation near the western border of Appleton on W Prospect Ave on April 12, 2024.
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Brown County's Bay Shore Park and Reforestation Camp Set to Kick off Camping Season
(WTAQ-WLUK) -- Camping season will be underway this week in Brown County. Brown County Parks will open the campgrounds at Bay Shore Park & Reforestation Camp for the season on Thursday. The Refore...
Rachel Charniak Apr 30, 2024 Brown County gives the media a sneak peek of its new Reforestation Camp campground next to the NEW Zoo in Suamico, May 24, 2022.
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Sheboygan County Sheriff Announces Retirement
SHEBOYGAN, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- After more than 35 years in law enforcement, Sheboygan County Sheriff Cory Roeseler is retiring. Sheriff Roeseler submitted his retirement notice to Governor Evers' Office...
Rachel Charniak Apr 30, 2024 PC: Fox 11 Online

Bay Beach Raises Ride Prices, Offers Free Midweek Rides on Selected Attractions
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) - The prices of some rides at the Bay Beach Amusement Park will rise this season - including a 50-cent bump for the Zippin Pippin roller coaster - but the six one-ticket ride...
Rachel Charniak Apr 30, 2024 The Zippin Pippin at Bay Beach Amusement Park in Green Bay (File Photo)

1976 Double Murder Conviction Upheld Against Appeal on Questionable DNA Tactics
(WTAQ-WLUK) - A dead man's conviction for a 1976 double murder stands, an appeals court ruled Tuesday - saying the deception used by police to get his DNA was an acceptable tactic. Ellen Mathys and Da...
Rachel Charniak Apr 30, 2024 Raymand Vannieuwenhoven appears in Marinette County court Aug. 26, 2021, to be sentenced for the 1976 murders of David Schuldes and Ellen Matheys at McClintock Park.
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Elijah Vue's Mother Returns to Court, Asking for Change in Bail
MANITOWOC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- A judge denied Katrina Baur's request to be released from jail on a signature bond Tuesday, as the search for her missing son, Elijah Vue, enters its 10th week. Baur is ch...
Rachel Charniak Apr 30, 2024 Katrina Baur (Photo courtesy Manitowoc County Sheriff's Office)

Renting Out Your Home For The NFL Draft
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) - For those looking to take advantage of the inevitably large crowds that'll be heading to Green Bay for next year's NFL draft, renting out your home could land you several t...
Robert Kennedy Apr 30, 2024 PHOTO: Courtesy of WLUK

I-41 Road Work Kicks Into High Gear
FOX VALLEY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) - Construction is underway to convert Interstate 41 from four to six lanes from Appleton to De Pere. Those traveling on I-41 this week can expect more of the same. "We defin...
Robert Kennedy Apr 30, 2024 PHOTO: Courtesy of WLUK

Green Bay Lodging Selling out Fast for 2025 NFL Draft as Nightly Hotel Rates Surge
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- With the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit officially in the books, the focus now turns to Green Bay hosting next year's event. Estimates suggest the 2025 Draft could bring roughl...
Rachel Charniak Apr 29, 2024 A display promoting the 2025 NFL Draft is shown at Lambeau Field May 24, 2023.
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Tree Removal Prompts Temporary On-Street Parking Restrictions in Allouez
ALLOUEZ, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- On-street parking restrictions will be temporarily implemented in the village in Allouez due to upcoming tree removal. Officials say the "No Parking" zone will be located al...
Rachel Charniak Apr 29, 2024 Street parking in Green Bay, October 4, 2019.
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