A warm front that will be coming through the area today will bring strong and severe storms. Temperatures will be in the mid to high 70's. With those temps and high dew points, the chances for major storms are highly likely. Western Wisconsin is at a level four for severe weather. Expect gusty winds, with heavy rain and hail threatening the area. The storms are expected to form later this afternoon with the highest threat starting between 3 p.m. today.
The city of Mondovi is looking at contracting out some road repairs of Hwy 10 with Buffalo County. Mondovi Mayor Brady Weiss says that the city will first look at any utilites that may need work before contacting the county. The State of Wisconsin has delayed the reconstruction of Hwy 10 through Mondovi for 2yrs.
Menomonie police have confirmed that a threat posted to social media that a school shooting was to take place at Menomonie High School is not credible. The threat was posted Saturday morning. The girl that posted the threat was taken into custody after an interview with police. Police said the girl did not have any plans on following through with her threat and that the girl did not have any weapons or access to them. Pending review from the DA's office, the girl will face terrorist threats and unlawful use of a phone.
The Dunn County Sheriff’s Department is reporting another scam. According to the department, callers are posing as sheriff’s deputies claiming the victim has an outstanding ticket or missed a court appearance. The caller than pressures you to make a payment over the phone or using a cash app or gift card. Law Enforcement would never call you demanding payment over the phone. If you receive one of these calls, do not give out any personal information and just hang up.
An avid runner killed in a hit-and-run crash was honored at the Eau Claire Marathon this past weekend. Marathon runners received a red bracelet in memory of Ann Seidl, who ran the Eau Claire Marathon for many years. A moment of silence was also held for Seidl before Saturday's event. The race director said more than 51-hundred people took part in this year's run. The Marathon brought five-point-four-million in economic benefits to the region.
At the Capitol, lawmakers are considering "Bradyn's Law," increasing penalties for sextortion, especially if it leads to suicide. The fast-growing cybercrime targets kids to send explicit images and extorts them for money or more content. The bill is named after Bradyn Bohn. The Wausau area 15-year-old died by suicide in March after being victimized by a cybercriminal. The bill was the subject of an emotional public hearing last week before the Assembly Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety. Bradyn’s mom Brittney Bird said her son was targeted by organized crime, and that there needs to be a consequence that at least makes cybercriminals "think twice about it.” The bill would make sextortion perpetrators eligible for felony murder charges if their actions result in a victim's suicide. It has bipartisan support and the backing of Attorney General Josh Kaul.
The
Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletics Association has approved a name,
image, and likeness amendment. The approved Constitutional amendment
will allow students to enter into NIL opportunities for activities
not associated or identified with their school team, school,
conference or the WIAA. Students also can't wear their school team's
uniform in any endorsement deal or use the marks and logos of their
school, conference or the WIAA. Compensation for NIL deals also can't
be based on a student's on-field performance, and the deals cannot be
provided as a means of recruiting.
With fans heading out of town and going back home, officials say over 600 thousand fans showed up for the three-day event in and around the NFL draft campus. Officials with the NFL said that the draft in Green Bay was a huge success. Now that it's over, many streets in the area will be closed for some time as teardown from the event has begun. Mike McCarthy Way and parts of Holmgren Way, as well as Brett Favre Pass and Tony Canadeo Run are all open now. South Oneida Street and Armed Forces Drive will be closed until May 6th.
Republicans in the Wisconsin Assembly voted last week to approve changes to Unemployment Insurance. If it passes the state Senate, the bill faces a likely veto from Democratic Governor Tony Evers. During Wednesday's floor debate Kenosha Democrat Tip McGuire said the measure (AB 164) will make it harder for people who've lost work to get benefits they've already earned. Speaker Robin Vos called the bill “common sense.” The bill would add new requirements for those completing required work searches to remain eligible for benefits - including direct contact with potential employers and posting a resume on the Department of Workforce Development job site. Vos said the bill will make it more difficult for people to collect benefits without making legitimate job searches.
A new state law offers an alternative to the traditional bartender’s license in Wisconsin. The Statewide Operator's Permit is a new alternative to traditional operator's licenses, often referred to as "bartender's licenses." Unlike licenses valid only within the issuing municipality, the Statewide Operator's Permit is valid at licensed or permitted premises anywhere in Wisconsin. It provides flexibility for businesses operating in multiple municipalities, eliminating the need to obtain separate licenses for each location. For more details and permit qualifications, visit the Wisconsin Division of Alcohol Beverages website at revenue.wi.gov.
A plea deal for an inmate charged in connection with the death of Lincoln Hills youth prison counselor Corey Proulx. Rian Nyblom pled guilty to a pair of class H felonies for battery by prisoners on Thursday. Investigators say he gave Javairus Hurd a cup of soapy water, which he threw in the face of a correction officer- sparking the chain of events that led to an attack on Proulx- who hit his head on a hard surface and died a few hours later. Nyblom had been facing felony murder charges, but Thursday's deal amends that count. He now faces up to 12 years in prison at an August 8th sentencing.
Dane County officials are seeking partnerships and sponsorships to help complete a renovation of the Alliant Energy Center. W K O W reports Dane County Executive Melissa Agard and other leaders held a listening session on Wednesday to go over the proposed renovations to Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The building hasn't seen any major updates since it was built in the 60s and is sorely in need of better access for both visitors and for anyone wanting to run a show or host an event. The county is set to issue a request for proposals on the renovation later this year.
Minnesota drivers could pay up to 30 cents more at the pump this summer. Rosemount-based Flint Hills Resources officials say it may be attributed to the state opting into year-round ethanol blends. Minnesota is among six states that have opted to expand to year-round use of E15. A spokesman for the Flint Hills Resources oil refinery said that by adopting a higher blend, those Midwest states will isolate themselves from the rest of the country during the summer months. He said that they will also make themselves susceptible to supply disruptions if refineries have major problems.
Voting is open to name the peregrine falcon chicks soon to hatch in Wisconsin. Voters will be able to choose from names that honor falcons who have nested on Wisconsin Public Service and We Energies power plants in the past. Names with the most votes will be assigned to falcon chicks expected to hatch this spring. Twenty falcons have parented more than 300 chicks at the nests in the last 30 years. Voting will be open online until May 8.
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