Category Archives: Local News

Pre-bunking falsehoods: How Wisconsin voters can avoid falling for election misinformation
By Howard Hardee Wisconsin Watch News that three trays of mail had been discovered in a ditch in Greenville, Wisconsin, recently spread on social media and evolved into a national talking point for co...
Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism Oct 17, 2020

Sun Prairie Walmart to transform parking lot into ‘Gameday Marketplace’
SUN PRAIRIE, Wis. — Walmart in Sun Prairie is planning to transform its parking lot into a ‘Gameday Marketplace’ start this weekend. According to a news release, the Walmart at 1905 ...
Stephen Cohn Oct 16, 2020

Madison coffee shop to temporarily close
MADISON, Wis. — An east side Madison coffee cafe says it will temporarily close amid the pandemic. According to a Facebook post, Cool Beans Coffee Cafe said it finds current restrictions and eff...
Stephen Cohn Oct 16, 2020

Attendees of Trump Wisconsin rally to take shuttle buses
JANESVILLE, Wis. — People planning on attending President Donald Trump’s rally Saturday at the Janesville airport will have to park over two miles away and take a shuttle bus to the event....
Associated Press Oct 16, 2020

Waunakee couple donates rhythm sticks to students
2020 has brought plenty of noise, but a pair of retired teachers is bringing sweet music to some Waunakee elementary students. COPYRIGHT 2020 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NO...
Site staff Oct 16, 2020

1 in 138: Rock County coronavirus numbers reach record highs ahead of Trump rally
JANESVILLE, Wis. – Rock County coronavirus numbers have reached a record high just hours prior to a planned rally by President Trump. On Friday, the county posted 194 new cases, a record. This b...
Adam Duxter Oct 16, 2020

City of Madison crews installing absentee ballot drop boxes
News 3 Now’s Eric Franke tells us how the city of Madison is ensuring voters feel secure about voting absentee. COPYRIGHT 2020 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBL...
Site staff Oct 16, 2020

Rock County Court sets trial dates for man connected to 2018 double shooting
The Rock County Court set trial dates today for four cases involving Deangelo Thomas. Currently being held in Rock County jail on several charges, he’s connected to a double shooting in August o...
Site staff Oct 16, 2020

Mask recommendations lead to disagreement, debates
Based on the latest Marquette Law School Poll, more than a quarter of Wisconsinites do not believe masks should be required in public places. COPYRIGHT 2020 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS ...
Site staff Oct 16, 2020

Free Bikes 4 Kidz seeking bike donations on Nov. 7
If you have an older bicycle around the house, don’t get rid of it, donate it! COPYRIGHT 2020 BY CHANNEL 3000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR RE...
Site staff Oct 16, 2020