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17-year-old Sheboygan County girl charged with 2 felonies after Snapchat drug deal goes bad
PLYMOUTH, Wis. – A Plymouth teenager faces two felony charges after a drug deal with someone she met on Snapchat backfired on her. Morgan LaPorte, 17, was caught dealing marijuana by police on November 28, 2017 -- near Riverview Middle School. According to the criminal complaint, Plymouth Police was called to the scene of an accident and approached LaPorte's car. They noticed "small green plant-like material" and "strong odor of marijuana emanating" from the 17-year-old girl's car.
U.S. Men's Curling Team Gold Medal sparks new interest back home in Wisconsin
WAUWATOSA -- The Olympics in South Korea are generating more interest in winter sports back here at home.While snowboarding, speed skating and figure skating are always big draws -- an often "less-talked about" sport is gaining a lot of hype, and rightfully so.Before the 2018 games began, you'd find at most a couple dozen people at the Wauwatosa Curling Club on a Saturday.
17-year-old Sheboygan County girl charged with 2 felonies after Snapchat drug deal goes bad
PLYMOUTH, Wis. – A Plymouth teenager faces two felony charges after a drug deal with someone she met on Snapchat backfired on her. Morgan LaPorte, 17, was caught dealing marijuana by police on November 28, 2017 -- near Riverview Middle School. According to the criminal complaint, Plymouth Police was called to the scene of an accident and approached LaPorte's car. They noticed "small green plant-like material" and "strong odor of marijuana emanating" from the 17-year-old girl's car.
Wisconsin teen creates door-locking device for active shooting situation
Flood Warning issued February 21 at 10:56AM CST expiring February 22 at 7:00PM CST in effect for: Sheboygan Flood Warning issued February 21 at 10:56AM CST expiring February 22 at 7:00PM CST in effect for: Sheboygan Flood Warning issued February 21 at 10:56AM CST expiring February 22 at 12:00PM CST in effect for: Ozaukee Flood Warning issued February 21 at 10:56AM CST expiring February 22 at 8:00AM CST in effect for: Racine Flood Warning issued February 21 at 10:56AM CST expiring February 27...
BLACK ICE CREATES SLIPPERY CONDITIONS
The danger of falling on icy sidewalks, driveways and roads is at an all-time high right now in Southeast Wisconsin.Many of you woke up to an ice rink in your front or backyard. The slips and falls that come with ice can be serious. Having a plan to stay upright while you're walking in icy conditions, even if it's just to get to the mailbox, can make a big difference. Heather Van Roowalks her dog Truman every day. "You have to walk like a penguin.
Wisconsin teen creates door-locking device for active shooting situation
SOMERSET, Wis. -- A teenager in western Wisconsin has built a device that could save lives in the event of an active shooter situation. WCCO reports that Justin Rivard, a senior at Somerset High School, came up with the idea after noticing a potential flaw in the school's emergency response plan. The 'Justinkase' lock starts with two steel plates cut to a specific shape. Handles are welded to them, and a rod and tube are welded on to connect the end place. Finally, a locking knob is added.
Ex-Milwaukee officer Dominique Heaggan-Brown sentenced to 3 years in sex assault case
MILWAUKEE -- A former Milwaukee police officer -- acquitted in a fatal shooting that sparked two nights of violence in Sherman Park -- was sentenced to just over three years in prison Tuesday for a sex assault case that got him fired from his job.BREAKING: Former Milwaukee Police Officer Dominique Heaggan-Brown sentenced to 3 years 180 days in prison... 3 years supervised release.
Top 10 safest cities in Wisconsin, according to National Council For Home Safety and Security's 2018 report
MILWAUKEE -- The National Council for Home Safety and Security has released its annual list of the safest cities in Wisconsin.The results are based on violent crimes and property crimes per 1,000 people. In the Badger State, Hobart-Lawrence was listed as the safest city with a population of 13,793 and a total of two reported violent crimes. Waunakee, population 13,556, was rated second with only 12 violent crimes and 74 property crimes. Oregon takes third place with 17 violent crimes.
Fox River quickly approaching flood stage in Kenosha Co.
KENOSHA COUNTY -- A Flood Warning has been issued along the Fox River in Kenosha County.The Fox River in Burlington is up to the top of its banks after a half inch of rain overnight. It’s expected to crest at minor flood stage. pic.twitter.com/OKMUmsNhT4— Ben Jordan (@BenJordan3) February 20, 2018 By Tuesday morning, water was already creeping up to homes in the town of Wheatland where one inch of rain fell overnight. The sound of pouring rain woke up Robert Batzkall of Wheatland.
FBI releases test results from suspicious package investigation at Green Bay, Oak Creek Police Depar
Flood Warning issued February 20 at 10:16AM CST expiring February 22 at 6:00AM CST in effect for: Racine Flood Warning issued February 20 at 10:16AM CST expiring February 21 at 9:00AM CST in effect for: Milwaukee Flood Warning issued February 20 at 10:16AM CST expiring February 27 at 12:00AM CST in effect for: Kenosha Areal Flood Watch issued February 20 at 9:50AM CST expiring February 20 at 6:00PM CST in effect for: Green, Jefferson, Kenosha, Milwaukee, Racine, Rock, Walworth, Waukesha Areal...
Report: Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo trademarks 'Greek Freak'
MILWAUKEE -- A phrase that a Milwaukee Bucks radio voice made famous is now the sole trademark property of Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Milwaukee Bucks forward has trademarked the phrase "Greek Freak," according to trademark attorney Josh Gerben. Got bored watching the mystifying #NBAAllStar2018 open so I started looking up trademarks. Giannis Antekokounmpo just obtained a #trademark registration on GREEK FREAK for a brand of clothing and backpacks 5 days ago.
Sheboygan man arrested for cocaine after throwing snowballs at house
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 20 at 6:17AM CST expiring February 20 at 3:00PM CST in effect for: Columbia, Dodge, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Marquette, Sauk, Sheboygan Flood Warning issued February 20 at 6:53AM CST expiring February 22 at 9:00AM CST in effect for: Racine Flood Watch issued February 20 at 4:32AM CST expiring February 22 at 3:00AM CST in effect for: Racine Flood Warning issued February 20 at 4:22AM CST expiring February 27 at 3:00AM CST in effect for: Kenosha Areal...
Mayor critical of bill that would affect fire and police commission
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee's mayor says a bill moving through the state legislature is an attack on local government and he says it could cost the taxpayers millions of dollars. The bill would make changes to the City of Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission, who oversees discipline of the city's first responders.
Mayor critical of bill that would affect fire and police commission
MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee's mayor says a bill moving through the state legislature is an attack on local government and he says it could cost the taxpayers millions of dollars. The bill would make changes to the City of Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission, who oversees discipline of the city's first responders.
Milwaukee dance troupe teaches more than just rhythm
A dynamic dance troupe is giving Milwaukee kids more than fun and exercise. At 13th and Fond du Lac in Milwaukee, lives are transformed. "I feel like we're all blood, it's not like a friend thing, I consider all of them as like my family," states 14-year-old Kristina Monk. A visit to a practice and you will find a pulsating beat of pride and a powerful performance by the African Dance and Drum group ONFYAH.
Rhinelander woman accused of trying to hire hit man to kill her husband
RHINELANDER, Wis. (AP) -- A Rhinelander woman is accused of trying to hire someone to kill her husband.The 27-year-old woman is in the Oneida County Jail on a possible charge of solicitation to commit first-degree intentional homicide. WSAW-TV reports a tipster informed police about the woman's plan. The state Department of Justice, working undercover, set up a meeting with the woman. Police say the woman made a down payment to a state agent who was posing as hit man.
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