Historical Ashippun tavern to reopen to public at Old World Wisconsin

TOWN OF EAGLE — Relive the heady days of the post-Prohibition era at a historical tavern being reborn at Old World Wisconsin starting this weekend. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the park, W372-S9727 Highway 67. …

Diane Hendricks Tops Wisconsin’s Wealth Rankings in Forbes 2025 List

BELOIT, Wis. — Diane Hendricks, co-founder of ABC Supply Co., has surpassed the owner of Menards to become the richest person in Wisconsin, according to Forbes’ 2025 list. Hendricks has an estimated net worth of $21.9 billion. Living in Afton, a small …

Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan pleads not guilty to helping a man evade federal immigration agents

Community leaders reflect on 50 years since Hmong refugees first started resettling in Wisconsin

At the Wednesday press conference, organized by the Asian Legislative Caucus, Yang highlighted the work of several Hmong Dane County community members. (Photo courtesy of Rep. Francesca Hong) This year marks the 50th anniversary of the resettlement of …

Elevated Exotics expects marijuana market to see growth in Wisconsin

By Ann Meyer Contributing Writer MENOMINEE – A new entrant to Menominee, Michigan’s marijuana scene is biding time until it’s legal to open a store in Wisconsin. Elevated Exotics, owned by Barbara Niesen and her son Nilsson Davis, opened Feb. 22 at 1012 …

Wisconsin judge pleads not guilty to helping a man evade immigration agents

Milwaukee  —  Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan entered a not guilty plea Thursday to federal charges that she helped a man who is in the country illegally evade immigration agents who were trying to detain him at her courthouse. Around 100 …

Western Wisconsin Weekend: Sips, sounds and plenty of activities across the board

Time: 6 p.m.  Date: Thursday, May 15 Location: Hop and Barrel Brewing Company, 310 2nd Street, Hudson  Cost: Not listed  Put your music knowledge to the test, win fun prizes and enjoy cold craft beer while you play.  Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.  Date: Thursday, …

Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan enters not guilty plea on obstruction charges

Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty Thursday to federal obstruction charges stemming from her allegedly helping a man evade immigration authorities during a federal law enforcement operation at her courthouse. Dugan, a Milwaukee county circuit …

Possible tornadoes batter western Wisconsin communities

By Adam Del Rosso, Adam Del Rosso Adam Del Rosso Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, weather has been a passion for Adam for as long as he can remember! Whether it was thunderstorms or winter storms, Adam has always been geeking out. After earning …

Kids Building Wisconsin: Introducing kids to trade skills

FITCHBURG, Wis. - Happening Saturday, May 17, Kids Building Wisconsin gives children an introduction to skilled trades in a fun environment. Kids will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from various industries. This initiative sparks …