Category Archives: Local

Packers Players Swap Autographs for Donations to Salvation Army's Holiday Campaign
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Green Bay Packers are signing off on a holiday charity event. Players will once again be supporting the Salvation Army this holiday season by signing autographs for fans i...
Rachel Charniak Nov 22, 2023 Green Bay Packers players Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon sign autographs in the Lambeau Field Atrium Nov. 28, 2022 to benefit the Salvation Army.
PC: Fox 11 Online

Man Convicted in North Fond du Lac Fatal Drug Overdose
FOND DU LAC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- A man has been convicted in a North Fond du Lac drug overdose death. A jury convicted Eugene B. Jackson of first degree reckless homicide - party to a crime, manufacture...
Rachel Charniak Nov 22, 2023 Eugene Jackson.
PC: Fox 11 Online

Oshkosh Celebration of Lights Finds a Bright Future on EAA Grounds
OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- A popular holiday installation in Northeast Wisconsin is settling into its new home for the season. Oshkosh Celebration of Lights is kicking off its 22nd season on the EAA g...
Rachel Charniak Nov 22, 2023 Organizers set up lights for the Oshkosh Celebration of Lights at its new location on the EAA grounds in Oshkosh, November 22, 2023.
PC: Fox 11 Online

Outagamie County Seeking Volunteers for Mentoring Program
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY, WI (WTAQ) -- Outagamie County has an opportunity for you to make a difference in a child's life. The Outagamie County Mentoring Program is looking for volunteers to mentor kids ages ...
Rachel Charniak Nov 22, 2023

Menasha Mayor Will Not Seek Fifth Term
MENASHA, WI (WTAQ) -- After nearly sixteen years, Menasha Mayor Donald Merkes announced that he will not seek a fifth term in 2024. "It has been an honor and privilege to serve Menasha as its 40th May...
Rachel Charniak Nov 22, 2023 PC: Fox 11 Online

Former Manager Convicted of Stealing $150,000 from Green Bay Bar and Hospital Cafeteria
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) - A man who stole about $150,000 from two employers was convicted and will be sentenced in February. Nicholas Petasek, 33, pleaded no contest Thursday theft in a business set...
Rachel Charniak Nov 22, 2023 Nicholas Petasek appears in Brown County court, August 21, 2023.
PC: Fox 11 Online

Marinette County Seeks Fresh Leads in 36-Year-Old Cold Case Homicide
MARINETTE COUNTY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- Marinette County investigators are asking for information related to a nearly 36-year-old homicide. On Nov. 24, 1987, the body of 32-year-old David Hunner of Green ...
Rachel Charniak Nov 22, 2023 PHOTO: Courtesy of WLUK

Families Spark Change with $100,000 Matching Gift Challenge for Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley
APPLETON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- A matching gift challenge is aiming to make a difference in the Fox Valley. During the holiday season, the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley will have a match challe...
Rachel Charniak Nov 22, 2023 PC: Fox 11 Online

Community-Made Clay Mural Adds Art to the Heart of Downtown Green Bay
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- After more than 900 sets of hands created a new clay mural in downtown Green Bay this summer, a ceremony was held Tuesday to officially dedicate the piece. Northeast Wisco...
Rachel Charniak Nov 22, 2023 A dedication ceremony was held Nov. 21, 2023 in downtown Green Bay for the "Spirit of the Fox" clay mural created by more than 900 community members during ArtFest in July.
PC: Fox 11 Online

Appleton Loves A Parade
APPLETON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) - Throughout its 52-year history, the Downtown Appleton Christmas Parade has been a source of joy for all who attend. "It's just Christmas and I love everything about it," Aus...
Robert Kennedy Nov 22, 2023 PHOTO: Courtesy of WLUK

