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Wisconsin Lottery introduces limited-time Lightning Ball feature for SuperCash

The Wisconsin Lottery has announced a new feature for its SuperCash! game, available throughout September.

By V. T. Rios | Sep 5, 2025

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Muskego customer wins over $157K in Wisconsin Lottery’s new 50/50 raffle

A customer at the Muskego BP, located on S73 W16680 Janesville Rd. in Muskego, won $157,705.50 through the Wisconsin 50/50 Raffle.

By L. S. Higgins | Sep 5, 2025

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Eau Claire man receives decade-long sentence for meth trafficking conviction

By V. T. Rios | Sep 3, 2025

John A. Soung, 48, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing methamphetamine with intent to distribute.

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Federal inmate receives additional prison time for assaulting correctional officer

By V. T. Rios | Sep 3, 2025

Demetrius Brown, a 47-year-old inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution in Oxford, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to 33 months in federal prison for assaulting a prison guard.

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U.S. Attorney’s Office settles Appleton housing discrimination case involving emotional support animals

By S. K. Farr | Sep 3, 2025

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Wisconsin has reached a settlement in a housing discrimination case involving Tammy Estrada and Ramiro Estrada, owners and managers of a rental property in Appleton, Wisconsin.

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Winning All or Nothing lottery ticket worth $100,000 sold at Green Bay retailer

By The Sconi | Sep 3, 2025

A $100,000 winning All or Nothing lottery ticket was sold at Webster Shell on 1501 S. Webster St. in Green Bay for the August 26 Evening drawing, according to the Wisconsin Lottery.

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Former Gov. Walker: National Democratic Redistricting Committee 'is all about gerrymandering that benefits Democrats'

By The Sconi | Sep 2, 2025

Scott Walker, the former Governor of Wisconsin, said that the National Democratic Redistricting Committee (NDRC) supports gerrymandering in favor of Democrats, citing its IRS filings.

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Powerball jackpot climbs to fifth highest ever as Wisconsin sees holiday winners

By The Sconi | Sep 2, 2025

The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $1.3 billion, making it the fifth largest prize in the history of the game and placing it among the top ten largest U.S. lottery jackpots.

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150K Powerball ticket sold in Cornell as jackpot climbs to seventh largest ever

By The Sconi | Aug 31, 2025

A Powerball ticket worth $150,000 was sold at a BP station located at 600 Bridge St. in Cornell, Wisconsin, for the August 25, 2025 drawing.

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Grand jury indicts Wisconsin residents on federal drug trafficking and firearms charges

By The Sconi | Aug 28, 2025

A federal grand jury in the Western District of Wisconsin has returned indictments against several individuals on charges related to drug trafficking and firearms offenses.

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Madison man sentenced to over six years for illegal firearm possession

By The Sconi | Aug 28, 2025

Joseph Harrison, a 36-year-old resident of Madison, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.

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Madison man indicted on federal child pornography charges

By The Sconi | Aug 27, 2025

A federal grand jury in Madison, Wisconsin has indicted Robert Gilkey-Meisegeier, 30, of Madison on charges related to child pornography.

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CDC Reports: Measles cases in Wisconsin this year escalate as of week ending Aug. 16

By K. J. Brown | Aug 26, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Wisconsin for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 1-9, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Aug. 9.

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Former Gov. Walker on electricity costs: 'Radical policies are making energy unaffordable'

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Scott Walker, the former governor of Wisconsin, has attributed rising energy prices to policies implemented by Democratic-led states.

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Rep. Tiffany on immigration: 'The border is secured, and illegal aliens are being deported'

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Representative Tom Tiffany of Wisconsin has announced a legislative initiative alongside Representative Chip Roy aimed at reducing federal funding for sanctuary jurisdictions.

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Neenah resident advances in national lottery contest tied to NASCAR championship

By The Sconi | Aug 26, 2025

Bradley Pansy of Neenah, Wisconsin, has been named one of 16 semi-finalists in the 2025 NASCAR Powerball Playoff.

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Federal grants awarded in Wisconsin target violent crimes against women

By The Sconi | Aug 22, 2025

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Wisconsin has announced nearly $4 million in federal grants aimed at combating violent crimes against women and enhancing victim services across the state.

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Indian national indicted for alleged money laundering conspiracy in Wisconsin

By The Sconi | Aug 22, 2025

A federal grand jury has indicted Roshan Shah, a 21-year-old Indian citizen, for conspiracy to commit money laundering.

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River Falls store sells winning $100K powerball ticket as jackpot reaches historic high

By The Sconi | Aug 21, 2025

A Powerball ticket purchased at Family Fresh Market in River Falls has won $100,000 in the August 20, 2025 drawing.

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Wisconsin Lottery launches mobile prize claim event with Winner Wagon in Wausau

By The Sconi | Aug 20, 2025

The Wisconsin Lottery will hold its first mobile validations event in Wausau on August 27.