Category Archives: Local News

2 found fatally shot in Milwaukee suburb of Menomonee Falls
MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. (AP) — Police in a Milwaukee suburb are investigating the deaths of a man and woman. Menomonee Falls police say the two were found dead in an apartment of apparent gunshot ...
Associated Press May 20, 2021

‘Is it a hate crime or not?’ Investigating hate is complicated. In Wisconsin policing, it’s at times misunderstood.
“When people think of hate crimes, it’s probably different than simple graffiti,” Janesville police chief David Moore said. Understanding hate and how to investigate and priori...
Naomi Kowles May 20, 2021

Masks no longer required in state buildings beginning June 1
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — New guidance from Gov. Tony Evers’ administration says people vaccinated for COVID-19 will no longer be required to wear masks in the state Capitol and most other stat...
Associated Press May 20, 2021

Thursday Morning Sprint
Thursday’s news headlines from News 3 Now. COPYRIGHT 2021 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.
Site staff May 20, 2021

In the 608: Local woman creates business that focuses on spoiling our pets
MADISON, Wis. – We’ve been reporting about how more and more families are adopting dogs during the pandemic, and it turns out, many dog owners are also spoiling their pups more than they e...
Josh Spreiter May 20, 2021

MPD: Suspects attempt to steal 16-year-old’s phone, other belongings during strong-armed robbery
MADISON, Wis. — Madison police responded to a strong-armed robbery on the city’s west side Wednesday afternoon. Police were sent to Muir Field Road and Tempe Drive at 1:50 p.m. An incident...
Brandon Arbuckle May 19, 2021

‘There is a need for something new’: Applications open for UW-Madison’s psychoactive drug treatment master’s program
MADISON, Wis. – Whether you’ve been infected or not, the coronavirus can leave its mark. Reports of depression and anxiety went up six fold during the pandemic, according to Boston College...
Madalyn O'Neill May 19, 2021

‘It’s one phone call away’: Sauk Co investigators hopeful they’re closer than ever to solving Devils Lake homicide
BARABOO, Wis. – It’s been more than seven months since 24-year-old John Schmutzer was murdered at Wisconsin’s most popular state park. After spending thousands of hours sifting throu...
Adam Duxter May 19, 2021

Dr. Carrie Donahue answers your pet questions
Carrie Donahue from Full Circle Holistic Veterinary Care answers your pet questions live on the air. COPYRIGHT 2021 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST,...
Site staff May 19, 2021

Consumer Reports: Too green or not too green?
Maybe you’ve heard about No Mow May? Many people are rethinking how they care for their yard by cutting back on lawn chemicals and fertilizers. COPYRIGHT 2021 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVE...
Site staff May 19, 2021