School District of Beloit to offer in-person learning in April
The School District of Beloit will offer in-person learning for the fourth and final term of the school year. The school board approved superintendent Dan Keyser’s reopening plan Monday night. Schools will operate in a cohort model
Governor Evers signs bill authored by Loudenbeck
Governor Tony Evers signs a bill authored by a local Assembly Representative that addresses the pay disparity between public defenders and assistant district attorneys. State Representative Amy Loudenbeck says since March 2020, 78 staff have left the
Interim Beloit Police Chief in the running for permanent position
The City of Beloit is about six months into the search for a new permanent police chief. Interim Chief Thomas Stigler says GovHR has narrowed the field of applicants down to about half a dozen candidates. Stigler
Janesville man arrested for 4th offense OWI
A 41-year-old Janesville man is arrested for drunken driving for the fourth time following an incident at a local tavern. According to a news release, Janesville Police were investigating a disorderly conduct incident at East Point Sports
New at Noon – Bree Morgan “Shotgun Rider”
“Shotgun Rider” is the newest single from Wisconsin native Bree Morgan. You can find “Shotgun Rider” on all streaming and downloading platforms. See more from Bree on her website. Check out the official music video below:
Rodger – WJVL’s Pet of the Week
Hey, I’m Rodger! I am searching high and low for my forever home. When I first came into the Humane Society, I was a bit timid. Over time, my true colors blossomed. The staff is now seeing
Proposed voting changes concern local legislator
A local legislator is concerned a number of Republican proposals could inhibit some residents access to voting. Mark Spreitzer of Beloit is particularly concerned about a bill to withdraw the indefinite confined status access to absentee ballots.
Vaccinations available for additional priority groups
Even though a number of new priority groups become eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine starting Monday, they’ll likely have to wait. Rock County Health officials say anyone new will have to wait for the previous priority groups
Rockford man arrested in Janesville on 5th OWI charge
A 34-year-old Rockford man is facing a charge of Operating While Intoxicated 5th Offense after being picked up in Janesville. A State Patrol news release says troopers responded to a two vehicle crash Sunday morning about 6:00 o’clock