Rock County dealing with outbreak of contagious cat virus
Local animal rescue groups are turning away cats due to an outbreak of a deadly contagious virus, similar to parvo in dogs. Dr. Michael Hotchkiss with Janesville Veterinary Clinic says Panleukopenia is highly contagious and can be
Local library systems considering merger
Two library systems that operate across three counties, including Rock, are considering a merger to improve their services. Arrowhead Library System Director Steven Platteter says that merging with the Lakeshore Library system will help streamline the administrative
Rock County burglary suspect bound over for trial
An accused Rock County burglary suspect says his co-defendant claimed they had permission to be inside the home. 25-year-old Archie Saros of Hayward and 48-year-old William Hoefle of Freeport, Illinois are charged with burglary, criminal damage to
Town of Beloit Fire Department responds to unoccupied vehicle on fire
The town of Beloit Fire Department responds to a suspicious vehicle fire. According to a notification from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the incident was reported just before 9:00 Tuesday morning on Highway 213 between West Cleophas
Stevens Point PD quashes viral Facebook sex trafficking rumor
The Stevens Point police department is having to stamp down a rumor about sex trafficking that went viral on Facebook last week. The post claimed that 5 girls had been drugged and kidnapped at a local nightclub.
Christine Patton Eck
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Janesville police confiscate gun during arrest
A 22-year-old Fitchburg man is facing charges after Janesville police say he was caught in the city with a handgun. Police say officers responded to a physical disturbance in the 2300 block of Harvard Drive about 7:00
Rock County Administrator speaks on new Janesville Kwik Trip
The former Rock County job center will be the site of a new Kwik Trip in Janesville. Rock County Administrator Josh Smith says that there is still some bureaucracy to get through including things like surveys, but
Walworth County hosting recycling event
Walworth County is giving residents an opportunity to dispose of electronics and appliances on Saturday July 23rd. Director of Public Works Rich Huff says these types of events or helpful not just for residents, but for the