Republican Kevin Nicholson enters race for governor

There will be a Republican primary for Wisconsin governor this year. Kevin Nicholson formally launched his campaign Thursday. That sets up what may be a contentious primary with Rebecca Kleefisch, who’s been running since last fall. In

Rock County snowmobile trails are open – but not for long

The Rock County Trails open for the first time this year but they’re not expected to last. Parks Manager John Traynor says after consulting with the snowmobile alliance, Rock County Sheriff’s Department and the D-N-R, they decided

Several bills authored by Loudenbeck headed to governor

A local state legislator appears to be getting work done at the capitol. 31st Assembly District Representative Amy Loudenbeck of Clinton says she has a handful of bills waiting on Governor Tony Evers’ desk. The Clinton Republican

Jean L. Golden

November 27, 1972 – January 27, 2022 https://www.hansengravitt.com/obituary/jean-golden?fh_id=15890

Suspect in custody in connection with Beloit homicide

A 31-year-old Beloit woman is dead and a 34-year-old Beloit man is in custody following a fatal shooting earlier this week. According to a news release, Beloit Police were dispatched to the 1400 block of Madison Road

Local unemployment rate increases slightly

The unemployment rate for the Janesville-Beloit metropolitan area increases slightly in December compared to the month before.  The Department of Workforce Development says the unemployment rate rose just .1% to 2.3% last month.  Unemployment for the region holds

Arraignment set for man shot by police

A 29-year-old Beloit man, accused of attempting to grab a police officer’s gun before being shot by the officer, waives his right to a preliminary hearing.  Jorge Bautista Almaraz was shot December 15th when police say an officer