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From WHBY, WBAY and 16 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
WHBY2 hours ago
Oshkosh school board violated open meeting rules for budget/tax levy hearing, on WHBY(OSHKOSH, WI) -- The Oshkosh Area School Board violated open meetings laws by failing to properly notice their...
WBAY2 hours ago
EAA Aviation Museum schedules holiday events between Thanksgiving and the new year, on WBAYChristmas in the Air, Wright Brothers banquet and Oshkosh Celebration of Lights are planned
NBC262 hours ago
Appleton voters turn out early as Election Day brings steady crowds to the polls, on NBC26Appleton voters lined up before polls opened on Election Day as officials reported steady turnout, potential wait times and smooth operations across the city.
Fond du Lac Reporter2 hours ago
See area voters head to the polls in midterm election, on Fond du Lac ReporterMidterm elections drew voters out to polling stations to choose a new governor and other state and local officials on Nov. 3, 2026.
Also reported byThe Post-Crescent
WBAY2 hours ago
Jim Gaffigan to bring Everything Is Wonderful! Tour to Oshkosh Arena on Jan. 15, on WBAYTickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 6
Also reported byOshkosh Northwestern
WBAY3 hours ago
Paine Art Center marks 20th year of Nutcracker in the Castle starting Nov. 20, on WBAYNew 40-foot outdoor tree and documentary are part of anniversary season through Jan. 4
WBAY4 hours ago
Fox Valley voters say participation matters as turnout stays steady, on WBAYVoters across the Fox Valley said Tuesday their focus was making their voices heard and their ballots count as voters weighed in on several high-profile races.
NBC264 hours ago
First-time voters brave rain to pick Wisconsin's next governor, on NBC26At UW Oshkosh, first-time voters shared what motivated them to turn out — from economic concerns to civic duty and support for family and friends.
WFRV Local 55 hours ago
Election Day voter turnout steady across Northeast Wisconsin, on WFRV Local 5GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Election Day is underway across Northeast Wisconsin, with city clerks reporting steady voter turnout and smooth operations at polling locations throughout the region. WFRV Local 5 spoke with city clerks in Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac, and Manitowoc on Tuesday to get an update on voting activity. In
WFRV Local 55 hours ago
UPDATE: Outagamie County man charged in child neglect case pleads no contest, on WFRV Local 5NOVEMBER 3, 2026 – 3:37 p.m. ONEIDA, Wis. (WFRV) – One of the four adults charged with five counts of child neglect stemming from allegations of leaving a teenager near death was in court for a plea hearing today. Court records show that 47-year-old Walter Goodman appeared in court while in custody, via video, where
WBAY5 hours ago
Police say Little Chute child exploitation case was investigated, charges sent to district attorney, on WBAYDepartment responds to online claims about its handling of case involving predator investigation group
WFRV Local 57 hours ago
3x Emmy-winning comedian Jim Gaffigan to perform in Oshkosh, on WFRV Local 5OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – Officials in Oshkosh have announced that one of the highest-grossing comedians, Jim Gaffigan, is coming soon to the Oshkosh Arena. According to a release, along with being one of the world’s highest-grossing comedians, Gaffigan is also an eight-time Grammy nominee, a three-time Emmy winner, and a best-selling author. Fresh off a
WLUK7 hours ago
Trial date set for former Hearthstone museum treasurer accused of theft, on WLUKSteven Jahnke, 78, faces one count of theft in a business setting.
WLUK8 hours ago
Lawrence University to host Menasha tornado recovery fundraiser, on WLUK“Light! More Light! For Menasha” will be held Friday, Nov. 6 , from 6 to 8 p.m. on the Lawrence campus. A rain date is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 13.
Also reported byWBAY
WFRV Local 58 hours ago
Report: Madison ranked No. 2 best city in the US for veterans, on WFRV Local 5(WFRV) – Wisconsin’s capital city has secured the No. 2 spot in a national ranking evaluating the best US cities for military veterans, supported by a healthy local economy, strong job growth, and low veteran homelessness rates. According to a WalletHub report comparing the 100 most populated US cities, Madison falls only behind Austin, Texas,
Oshkosh Northwestern8 hours ago
Oshkosh church's 55-year Bazaar adds artists, craft vendors Nov. 7, on Oshkosh NorthwesternFirst United Methodist Church's Oshkosh Bazaar on Nov. 7 adds local artists and craft vendors for the first time.
NBC269 hours ago
Election Day: Little Chute, Seymour voters decide school funding referendums, on NBC26Voters in Little Chute and Seymour are deciding school referendums this Election Day as both districts seek additional funding for ongoing needs.
94.3 Jack FM10 hours ago
United By Beef Fundraiser Donates More Than 10,000 Beef Sticks to Boys & Girls Clubs across Wisconsin, on 94.3 Jack FMWISCONSIN — More than 10,000 beef sticks have been donated to Boys & Girls Clubs across Wisconsin through the Wisconsin Beef Council’s United By Beef shirt fundraiser, helping provide nutritious, high-protein snacks to youth in communities throughout the state. The beef sticks were distributed to the Boys & Girls Club of West-Central Wisconsin, Boys &
Urban Milwaukee10 hours ago
UW System Enrollment Down Slightly This Fall, on Urban MilwaukeeDecline in international students a key factor. But total enrollment up at UWM.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel10 hours ago
Wisconsin secretary of state election; Zamarripa, Schroeder, Karas, on Milwaukee Journal SentinelThese are the candidates running for Wisconsin secretary of state in today's election.
Oshkosh Northwestern10 hours ago
State-bound Crusaders chasing more than school history, on Oshkosh NorthwesternThe Central Wisconsin Christian volleyball team has made the state tournament after losses in sectionals the past two seasons.
Oshkosh Northwestern10 hours ago
Winnebago County election results for Nov. 3, 2026, on Oshkosh NorthwesternCheck Winnebago County election results here Nov. 3. Polls close at 8 p.m.; return for updates as votes are reported.
Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference10 hours ago
Kwik Trip Athletes of the Week - November 2, on Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic ConferenceMADISON, Wis.--Following are the WIAC Kwik Trip Athletes of the Week for the week of October 26 - November 1
WHBY11 hours ago
Driver dead after crashing into Oshkosh house, on WHBYOSHKOSH, Wis. -- A driver is dead after crashing into a house in Oshkosh. Police say the vehicle ran off the r...
Also reported bySeehafer NewsWBAY
The Post-Crescent11 hours ago
Photos: Clubhouse Live with Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden, on The Post-CrescentDaily Dodge12 hours ago
WIAA BOYS & GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK AT RESCH CENTER, on Daily DodgeTHE TOURNAMENTS: The 63rd State Boys Volleyball Tournament and the 54th State Girls Volleyball Tournament will be held Wednesday-Saturday, Nov. 4-7, at the Resch Center ...
WFRV Local 513 hours ago
Middle school teacher in Oshkosh named BUBBL'R's Teacher of the Year, on WFRV Local 5OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – A middle school teacher in Oshkosh can now celebrate as she has been named the 2026 BUBBL’R Teacher of the Year. Kimberly Loeper is a 6th and 7th-grade science teacher at South Park Middle School who is said by officials to “build confidence, nurture future leaders, and make a lasting difference
Oshkosh Northwestern13 hours ago
Oshkosh police drone finds 2 teens after vehicle break-ins, on Oshkosh NorthwesternOshkosh police used a drone with infrared technology to find two 17-year-olds after a report of vehicle break-ins early Oct. 31.
Greater Milwaukee Today14 hours ago
PREP ROUNDUP, on Greater Milwaukee TodayUSM takes seventh, Homestead ninth at girls state cross country meet WISCONSIN RAPIDS — The University School of Milwaukee girls cross country team finished with 229 points and took seventh place Saturday during the WIAA Div. 1 girls state meet, while Homestead finished two spots back with 242 in a meet at The Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids. Neenah claimed the team state title with 96, two ahead of Mount Horeb. USM senior Cate Kohli ran a time of 18 minutes, 0.3 seconds to finish seventh individually out of 184 entries. Junior Ainsley Polston took 20th, in 18:44.1, and sophomore Ksenija Marich took 58th in 19:31.0. Leading the charge for the Highlanders was junior Sivan Wallace, who completed the course in 18:20.0 to claim 11th place. Senior Mara Gaskin wrapped up her time in the program with a 36th place finish, in 19:10.7. Cedarburg junior Maris Frank also competed at the meet, wrapping up a strong season with a time of 19:46.5 to take 81st. USM senior Jarmuz top local finisher at boys state cross country meet WISCONSIN RAPIDS — Senior Austin Jarmuz finished his prep cross country career Saturday with a brisk time of 16 minutes, 32.2 seconds at The Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids to claim 21st place at the WIAA Div. 2 boys state cross country meet. That effort led the Wildcats, who finished with a score of 322 points to take 16th place. Campbellsport earned the team championship with 102 points. Jonah Sulman was next to the finish line for the Wildcats, taking 99th place individually in 17:48.8, while freshman Isaac Mantel made his state debut and took 106th in 18:02.1. In the Div. 1 race, Homestead senior Athan Speck finished 49th, posting a time of 16:31.9. Second quarter leads to USM’s gridiron downfall HARTLAND — University School of Milwaukee was within 21-13 after one quarter, but host Lake Country Lutheran scored 27 unanswered points in the second quarter and went on to earn a 62-13 victory Friday in a WIAA Div. 5 playoff football game. Willy McGregor passed for 145 yards and a pair of touchdowns, both to senior Mason Kroening, but that was not enough to keep pace with a powerful Lightning attack that gained more than 500 yards from scrimmage. Cedarburg falls in four sets to Kimberly KIMBERLY — Cedarburg’s postseason run came to an end Thursday in a WIAA Div. 1 sectional semifinal match at Kimberly. Maddie Katte led the way with 13 kills and Cambell Osowski added 10 in a 25-21, 25-18, 23-25, 25-21 loss to the Papermakers.
Green Bay Press-Gazette15 hours ago
Vote for Cellcom Press-Gazette high school athlete of the week, on Green Bay Press-GazetteVote for athletes from Green Bay Preble, Luxemburg-Casco, NEW Lutheran and Pulaski until 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7.
WPR15 hours ago
Superior author Jeff Esterholm turns local color into dark comedy, on WPRWriter’s second short story collection blends Northland settings, eccentric characters with a healthy dose of mayhem and mischief. His newest offering continues a literary journey nearly 40 years in the making.
WPR15 hours ago
Universities of Wisconsin enrollment decreases slightly this fall, on WPRDirect admission and high school dual enrollment programs kept overall enrollment figures from dropping significantly this year across at the state’s four-year public universities, despite a drop in international students.
Fond du Lac Reporter16 hours ago
Cast your vote for the Oshkosh and Fond du Lac Athlete of the Week, on Fond du Lac ReporterVote: Which Oshkosh and Fond du Lac area high school athlete had the best week? Place your vote in the Athlete of the Week poll by noon Friday.
KFIZ19 hours ago
Vehicle vs house crash in Oshkosh claims life of driver, on KFIZA crash Sunday night in Oshkosh has claimed the life of a driver. The Oshkosh Police Department says officers were called to the intersection of Merritt Avenue and Grand Street
Oshkosh Northwestern22 hours ago
Josh Clark's potential, a 'Highway'-led dunk and other Marquette takeaways, on Oshkosh NorthwesternThe Golden Eagles took advantage of their size over the Lakers, with Josh Clark setting a bunch of career highs.
WLUK22 hours ago
Northeast Wisconsin districts among 72 statewide school referendums on Tuesday ballots, on WLUK(WLUK) -- In addition to the governor and assembly seats on the ballot, many voters will be asked to approve a school referendum.
WFRV Local 522 hours ago
Appleton Artisan Faire returns to Appleton North High School Nov. 7, on WFRV Local 5APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) — After a years-long hiatus, the Appleton Artisan Faire will officially return to the area. According to a press release, Appleton North High School will host over 130 artisans and vendors on Saturday, November 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Vendors will have the chance to showcase their talents while supporting
WBAY23 hours ago
Wisconsin election officials describe safeguards against double voting, on WBAYAppleton city clerk demonstrates how pollbooks track in-person and absentee ballots
WLUK23 hours ago
Menasha looking to build housing, hotel or event venue at old paper mill site, on WLUKMenasha hopes the Lawson Canal site across the river from downtown can become an integral part to the city.
WFRV Local 523 hours ago
Four Brewers announced as MLB season awards finalists, on WFRV Local 5MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WFRV) — Following a historic season for the Milwaukee Brewers, which included taking home the World Series Commissioner’s Trophy, three players and one coach have been nominated as finalists for the season awards. According to social media, the following members of the team were nominated for the following awards: WFRV will update this
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FootballOwen-Withee beat Valley Christian 32-23 Saturday in a WIAA 8-player sectional final at Neenah Middle School, and the Blackhawks advance to the state semifinals.
Owen-Withee beat Valley Christian 32-23 Saturday in a WIAA 8-player sectional final at Neenah Middle School, and the Blackhawks advance to the state semifinals. Talon Mueller carried 22 times for 183 yards, and Clay Mueller added 177. Valley Christian started the season 10-0 before its first loss.
News Notes · Today’s editionSources: OnFocus, Journal Sentinel
Tornado reliefLawrence University's [Light! More Light!
Lawrence University's [Light! More Light!
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WBAY
MenashaMenasha's Common Council approved a concept plan 8-0 last month for the 14-acre Lawson Canal site across the river from downtown.
Menasha's Common Council approved a concept plan 8-0 last month for the 14-acre Lawson Canal site across the river from downtown. It calls for 140-160 apartments or condos, 35 townhomes, hotel and banquet space, and public access for a park, fishing pier and walking trail, though nothing is concrete.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WLUK
Stadium voteMenasha High School is in the final round of the Friday Night 5G Lights contest, up against three schools for a $1 million prize to rebuild Nathan Calder Stadium.
Menasha High School is in the final round of the Friday Night 5G Lights contest, up against three schools for a $1 million prize to rebuild Nathan Calder Stadium. Fans can vote every day through Nov. 8.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WLUK
Gas pricesAppleton gas averages $4.12 a gallon, down 38.6 cents from $4.51 a week ago, according to GasBuddy.
Appleton gas averages $4.12 a gallon, down 38.6 cents from $4.51 a week ago, according to GasBuddy. Wisconsin averages $4.22, and the national average is $4.12.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WLUK
Referendums72 Wisconsin school districts have a referendum on today's ballot, worth $1.6 billion statewide.
72 Wisconsin school districts have a referendum on today's ballot, worth $1.6 billion statewide. Northeast Wisconsin districts include Green Bay Area Public School District, Little Chute Area School District and Pulaski Community School District.
Around Wisconsin · Today’s editionSource: WLUK
Appeals courtGov. Tony Evers has appointed Outagamie County Judge Emily Lonergan to the Court of Appeals - District III, succeeding retiring Presiding Judge Lisa K.
Gov. Tony Evers has appointed Outagamie County Judge Emily Lonergan to the Court of Appeals - District III, succeeding retiring Presiding Judge Lisa K. Stark. Lonergan has been on the Outagamie County bench since 2019 and will inherit a term ending July 31, 2029.
Around Wisconsin · Today’s editionSource: WLUK
Cookie BookThe 98th We Energies Cookie Book, “Baking Spirits Bright,” is available now with 38 recipes from Wisconsin home bakers.
The 98th We Energies Cookie Book, “Baking Spirits Bright,” is available now with 38 recipes from Wisconsin home bakers. Free physical copies will be offered Sat., Nov. 7, at Fox Cities Stadium in Appleton or American Family Field in Milwaukee.
Around Wisconsin · Today’s editionSources: FOX6 News Milwaukee, Spectrum News Milwaukee