Kodichi Lawrence

Bureau Reporter at WABI-TV (Bangor, ME)

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10-year-old killed in boating accident on Little Muskego Lake

2 weeks ago | wkow.com | Kodichi Lawrence

WAUKESHA COUNTY, (WKOW) -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating a fatal boating accident that claimed the life of a 10-year-old child in Little Muskego Lake Saturday morning.
10-year-old killed in boating accident on Little Muskego Lake

2 weeks ago | kimt.com | Kodichi Lawrence

WAUKESHA COUNTY, (WKOW) -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating a fatal boating accident that claimed the life of a 10-year-old child in Little Muskego Lake Saturday morning.
AmFam Championship begins a new era at TPC Wisconsin

3 weeks ago | wkow.com | Kodichi Lawrence

MADISON (WKOW) -- Anticipation is building as the American Family Insurance Championship makes its debut at TPC Wisconsin this weekend. For the first time, the tournament will take place on the newly renovated course, formerly known as Cherokee Country Club. Nate Pokrass, the tournament director, says the new location marks a new chapter after eight years at University Ridge. "The players have been arriving over the last couple of days, and they're really impressed with the golf course.
Wisconsin Senate committee passes gig worker benefits bill

3 weeks ago | wqow.com | Kodichi Lawrence

MADISON (WKOW) -- A bipartisan bill designed to expand benefits for gig workers in Wisconsin has passed a key state Senate committee and is now headed to the floor for full consideration. The bill would allow delivery and rideshare companies like DoorDash, Uber, and Instacart to voluntarily offer certain benefits—such as accident insurance and income protection—to their drivers, who are classified under state law as independent contractors.
Wisconsin Senate committee passes gig worker benefits bill

3 weeks ago | wkow.com | Kodichi Lawrence

MADISON (WKOW) -- A bipartisan bill designed to expand benefits for gig workers in Wisconsin has passed a key state Senate committee and is now headed to the floor for full consideration. The bill would allow delivery and rideshare companies like DoorDash, Uber, and Instacart to voluntarily offer certain benefits—such as accident insurance and income protection—to their drivers, who are classified under state law as independent contractors.
Wisconsin Senate committee passes gig worker benefits bill

3 weeks ago | waow.com | Kodichi Lawrence

MADISON (WKOW) -- A bipartisan bill designed to expand benefits for gig workers in Wisconsin has passed a key state Senate committee and is now headed to the floor for full consideration. The bill would allow delivery and rideshare companies like DoorDash, Uber, and Instacart to voluntarily offer certain benefits—such as accident insurance and income protection—to their drivers, who are classified under state law as independent contractors.
Meriter, union approve two-year contract agreement following historic strike

3 weeks ago | wkow.com | Kodichi Lawrence

MADISON (WKOW) -- Nurses at UnityPoint Health – Meriter have voted to ratify a new two-year contract negotiated between the hospital and the nurses' union, SEIU Healthcare. The ratification follows several months of bargaining between the two parties. “We are extremely pleased to reach a contract that we can all be proud of,” said UnityPoint Health – Meriter Chief Nursing Executive Sherry Casali.
Nurses begin historic five-day strike at UnityPoint Health - Meriter

1 month ago | wkow.com | Kodichi Lawrence

MADISON (WKOW) -- For the first time in the hospital's history, bedside nurses at UnityPoint Health – Meriter have gone on strike, taking a stand for what they say are critical changes needed to protect both patients and staff. Tuesday marked the first of a planned five-day strike, with nearly 1,000 nurses walking off the job after contract negotiations between the hospital and the union failed to reach a resolution.
Middleton's Memorial Day tribute: Honoring the fallen, including one of its own

1 month ago | wkow.com | Kodichi Lawrence

MIDDLETON, Wis. (WKOW) -- VFW Post 8216 held its annual Memorial Day tribute this weekend, honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. Among those in attendance was the family of William "Sonny" Simon, a World War II soldier who was killed in action nearly 80 years ago. For Bill Simon, Sonny's nephew, the tribute remains a deeply emotional experience—even though he never met his uncle in person.
Traffic Alert: Crash closes left lane on I-94 westbound near Cottage Grove

1 month ago | wkow.com | Kodichi Lawrence

COTTAGE GROVE, Wis. (WKOW) -- The left lane on I-94 Eastbound and Westbound at Dane / Jefferson county line is closed due to a crash, according to the Wisconsin State Patrol. The incident occurred around 2:20 PM on Sunday and WisDOT is expecting the closure to last over two hours. State Patrol Deforest Post is the handling agency.