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Stay safe this weekend: Wisconsin DNR warns boaters about water dangers

2 weeks ago | wkow.com | Madison Rios

MADISON (WKOW) — As many plan to enjoy time on the water this long weekend, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging caution. The agency cites operator inexperience, inattention, recklessness and speeding as the leading causes of boating crashes. "Drowning is the leading cause of death," a DNR spokesperson said, emphasizing the importance of wearing life jackets and boating sober.
TRAFFIC ALERT: A fire is blocking two right lanes on I-39 northbound near Arlington

2 weeks ago | wkow.com | Madison Rios

COLUMBIA CO., Wis. (WKOW) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is alerting drivers near Arlington in Columbia County of a fire that is blocking the two right lanes on I-39 northbound. WisDOT says the call came in around 5:45 a.m. Officials estimate it may take around two hours to clear the fire and unblock those lanes at County CS. DeForest State Patrol is at the scene. This is a developing story. Check back in soon for updates.
Deputies find two people dead during a welfare check in St. Croix County

2 weeks ago | wkow.com | Madison Rios

ST. CROIX COUNTY, Wis. (WKOW) -- The St. Croix County Sheriff's Office is investigating the deaths of two people following a welfare check at a property north of the unincorporated community of Hersey, in Springfield Township. The St. Croix County Emergency Communication Center receieved a call around 8:56 p.m. on Monday for a welfare check of an adult woman. According to an incident report from the sheriff's office, her family made the request after not being able to contact her.
A wanted man is in custody following a SWAT scene in Janesville

2 weeks ago | wkow.com | Madison Rios

JANESVILLE, Wis. (WKOW) -- A 39-year-old wanted man is in custody following a SWAT scene in the 2000 block of S. Osbourne Ave. Justin Gillespie had active warrants through the Janesville Police Department and the Beloit Police Department. According to an incident report from the Janesville Police Department, after Gillespie failed to cooperated with patrol officers, Janesville SWAT was activated. Gillespie was taken into custody inside the residence.
A wanted man is in custody following a SWAT scene in Janesville

2 weeks ago | wrex.com | Madison Rios

JANESVILLE, Wis. (WKOW) — A 39-year-old wanted man is in custody Sunday following a SWAT scene in the 2000 block of S. Osbourne Ave. Justin Gillespie had active warrants through the Janesville Police Department and the Beloit Police Department. According to an incident report from the Janesville Police Department, after Gillespie failed to cooperated with patrol officers, Janesville SWAT was activated. Gillespie was taken into custody inside the residence.
Local resource officer gives families safety reminders as communities head into summer break

3 weeks ago | wkow.com | Madison Rios

MADISON (WKOW) -- Summer break is just a few weeks away for many and for others it is already here, but as the warmer months get closer local officers are reminding the community of ways to be safe while having fun. Neighborhood Resource Office Hunter Lisko with Madison Police Department tells 27 News, the Madison area sees a lot of running, biking and kids playing in parks during the warmer months.
Juneau County Sheriff's Office asks the public for help in locating a missing emu

3 weeks ago | wkow.com | Madison Rios

JUNEAU COUNTY, Wis. (WKOW) -- The Juneau County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for help in locating a missing emu. In a post on their Facebook page, the office says they're not kidding. The post says an emu has been spotted roaming around, and deputies would love to reunite it with its owner. If anyone is missing an emu in the STH 58/Summit Township area, officials are encouraging them to contact the sheriff's office at 608-847-5649 as soon as possible.
'Stamp Out Hunger' food drive organizers encourage community members to donate

4 weeks ago | wkow.com | Madison Rios

MADISON (WKOW) - The National Association of Letter Carriers, or NALC, is preparing for their annual 'Stamp Out Hunger' food drive, held in Madison area communities on Saturday, May 10. "Just put food in a bag by your mailbox, and then later on that day, when your mailman delivers the mail, they pick up the food, and then at the end of the day, they'll deliver it to the local food pantry in our community," said food drive organizer Pat Nee. 27 News is a proud sponsor of 'Stamp Out Hunger'.
All lanes reopen on WIS 104 between WIS 11 & County B after fire

4 weeks ago | wkow.com | Madison Rios

By Madison Rios GREEN COUNTY, Wis. (WKOW) -- All lanes near Brodhead between WIS 11 and County B have reopened after a fire was reported Friday morning. The fire was reported on WIS 104 northbound/southbound. Officials were called to the scene around 4:10 a.m. The Green County Sheriff's Department is the responding agency.
All lanes blocked on WIS 104 between WIS 11 & County B due to a fire

4 weeks ago | wkow.com | Madison Rios

GREEN COUNTY, Wis. (WKOW) -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is alerting drivers near Brodhead of an incident between WIS 11 and County B. A fire on WIS 104 northbound/southbound has all lanes blocked in both directions. Officials were called to the scene around 4:10 a.m. According to WisDOT the estimated duration of the lane blockage is two hours. An alternate route for northbound traffic would be to take WIS 11 eastbound to WIS 213, head north to County B and head west back to WIS 104.