Category Archives: Local News
In the 608: How to shop local while sharing love this Valentine’s Day
DEFOREST, Wis. – It’s hard to believe it’s already mid-February. That means it’s time for Valentine’s Day, and if you’ve forgotten to pick out something for your pa...
Feb 12, 2021
Car carrier slips on I-39 and tips, causing cars to scatter across interstate
STOUGHTON, Wis. — Two northbound lanes of I-39 are closed after a car carrier slipped and tipped over because of the slick conditions late Thursday night. State Patrol said it happened at 11:30 ...
Feb 12, 2021
Busy season for tow companies
With the recent cold and snow, local towing companies are cashing in. COPYRIGHT 2021 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.
Feb 11, 2021
Grant County man sentenced to federal prison for meth possession
MADISON, Wis. — A Grant County man was sentenced to federal prison Thursday after being caught with methamphetamine last summer. A news release from U.S. Attorney Scott Blader’s office sai...
Feb 11, 2021
Staff shortage at Wisconsin prisons costing taxpayers $60M
MADISON, Wis. — A staffing shortage at Wisconsin prisons is pushing corrections officers to work long hours, costing taxpayers at least $60 million in overtime pay. Data from the state Departmen...
Feb 11, 2021
Report: UW-Madison driving Wisconsin’s economy
A new report highlighting UW-Madison’s economic impact finds the flagship university generates more than $30 billion annually for the state, or nearly 9% of Wisconsin’s economy. COPYRIGHT ...
Feb 11, 2021
Snow sculptors advocate for reducing climate change
There’s a “cooler world” carnival happening across Madison called Winter is Alive! COPYRIGHT 2021 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST,...
Feb 11, 2021
Winter is Alive! art exhibit highlights climate change
Our bitter cold is a reminder that “winter is alive” in Madison right now. COPYRIGHT 2021 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR ...
Feb 11, 2021
Supported through signs
Parents and community members in McFarland are making sure that their seniors are being recognized during the pandemic. COPYRIGHT 2021 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PU...
Feb 11, 2021
From pandemic response to Washington: Wisconsin National Guard steps up to ‘absolutely incredible and unprecedented year’
MADISON, Wis. – When duty calls, the Wisconsin National Guard answers. Those calls have been demanding and frequent over the past year, taking service members away from their civilian jobs, educ...
Feb 11, 2021
