Category Archives: Local
Clintonville police: Man faces charges for stabbing himself, claiming someone else did it
CLINTONVILLE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Police said the man who reported he was stabbed in Clintonville Thursday actually inflicted the wounds himself, then lied about who did it. The Clintonville Police Depa...
Jan 16, 2026
As downtown development continues, Green Bay officials address myths about lack of parking
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- As Green Bay continues to see more residential and commercial development in its downtown area, some residents and visitors are questioning the availability of parking spo...
Jan 16, 2026 Despite claims there is not enough parking in downtown Green Bay, city officials say there are approximately 4,500 parking spots in lots, ramps and on the streets.
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New grant links Wisconsin farmers with food banks to boost nutrition and community support
(WTAQ-WLUK) -- A new state grant program is helping farmers, food agencies and residents get better nutrition in Wisconsin. It's called the Food Security and Wisconsin Products Grant Program and it co...
Jan 16, 2026 Groceries, grocery cart Jan. 18, 2023.
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Political strategist on Wisconsin governor race: High fundraising totals don't equal votes
(WTAQ-WLUK) -- Candidates vying to be the next governor of Wisconsin were required to report their fundraising totals by Thursday, covering transactions between July 1 and Dec. 31, 2025. But according...
Jan 16, 2026 The Wisconsin State Capitol dome in Madison.
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Former Oconto Falls High School teacher faces child enticement charges
OCONTO, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- A former Oconto Falls High School staff member was charged Thursday with 11 counts, including child enticement and sexual misconduct by a school staff member, for allegedly h...
Jan 15, 2026 Gayle Gander (Oconto County Jail)
Marinette moving forward with plans to relocate City Hall and police to Armory building
MARINETTE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Marinette is moving forward with plans to relocate its City Hall and police department. The Common Council voted 6-2 Wednesday afternoon for design work to continue to ren...
Jan 15, 2026 A rendering of the proposed Marinette City Hall and Police Department, 2026. (Image courtesy of Marinette/The Boldt Company)
Manitowoc County addresses child care shortage with revolving loan fund for providers
MANITOWOC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- A new loan fund aims to bring more child care providers to Manitowoc County. It comes as Wisconsin faces a child care shortage. The launch of a new Child Care Revolving Lo...
Jan 15, 2026 Childcare.
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Oshkosh school district makes cuts to eliminate $5.5M deficit; more expected in the future
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The Oshkosh Area School District school board approved cuts to close a $5.5 million budget deficit Wednesday night. The measure passed 4-3. "Thankful that the board took an ...
Jan 15, 2026
Oshkosh Defense secures $53M Army order for tactical vehicles to enhance mobility
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The U.S. Army placed another order with Oshkosh Defense for tactical vehicles. The $53 million order is for Common Bridge Transporters (CBTs) under the Family of Heavy Tacti...
Jan 15, 2026 ACommon Bridge Transporter (CBT) (Photo courtesy of Oshkosh Defense)
Autopsy delay stalls court proceedings in Green Bay toddler's death
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) - With an autopsy report still not completed for the death of Leo Escalante, 2, the criminal cases remain on hold. James VanderLeest, 22, is charged with reckless homicide fo...
Jan 15, 2026 Supporters of Leo Escalante attend Brown County court appearances for David and James VanderLeest, Aug. 14, 2025.
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