WKOW 27 NEWS
Hometown staff brings big 'Redbird Pride'
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- Hometown staff brings big 'Redbird Pride'
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- 1:25
- Date posted
- 3 hours ago
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- Darlington High School boasts a hometown staff with big 'Redbird Pride.'
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- Another hot and humid afternoon before slowly cooling this weekend
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- 3:12
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- 3 hours ago
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- With morning storms tracking northeast of us, we'll have a dry start to our Friday. Highs are still in the upper-80s with a heat index in the upper-90s. The lack of morning storms could increase our chances for showers later this evening and overnight, but if we do see showers tonight, they'll likely stay isolated.
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- Darlington's lessons in sustainability
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 4 hours ago
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- The Darlington School District prioritizes teaches sustainablity to all ages.
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- Local Nepali community holds vigil after deadly flooding in Nepal
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
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- Nepali community holds vigil after floods
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- Wisconsin volleyball sweeps Auburn behind freshman attackers
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 10 hours ago
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- Packers' receiver room closer than ever, primed to shine
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
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- Badgers, Irish have differing expectations entering showdown
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 12 hours ago
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- Wisconsin' and Notre Dame's head coaches are former colleagues, but their programs are in two different places entering their Week 1 meeting in Green Bay.
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- Both gubernatorial candidates, state lawmaker back body camera requirement for Wisconsin officers
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- 1:59
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- New push for mandatory police body cameras
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- Neighbors on edge after multiple shots ring out near Madison apartment complex
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- 1:46
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- Shooting sends man to hospital
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- Madison's 2026 Promise Walk for Preeclampsia set for September 12 in Waunakee
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- 3:24
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- Madison PRomise Walk for preeclampsia
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- SSM Health professionals assemble kits to help people experiencing homelessness
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- Physicians pack safety kits for unhoused communities
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- DHS urges Wisconsin parents to check kids' vaccine records as school starts
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 13 hours ago
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- DHS urges parents to check vaccination records
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- Severe weather possible overnight, Friday
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- 3:07
- Date posted
- 15 hours ago
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- Multiple rounds of showers and storms head for Southern Wisconsin
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- Both gubernatorial candidates, state lawmaker back body camera requirement for Wisconsin officers
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- 1:40
- Date posted
- 15 hours ago
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- One state lawmaker and both gubernatorial candidates are backing a body camera requirement for all Wisconsin officers. Full story here: https://bit.ly/4dhe9UQ
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- Bodycam Captures Texas Deputy's Hilarious Scream As 'Dead' Deer Wakes Up
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 18 hours ago
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- A Trinity County, Texas, deputy got the shock of a lifetime when a doe he assumed was dead suddenly sprang back to life. Footage of the encounter captured the hilarious moment the animal jumped up, prompting a loud, terrified scream from the startled law enforcement officer. The funny video quickly went viral, with the internet mercilessly teasing the deputy over his memorable reaction. Fortunately, the incident ended well for the animal. According to an online post by Sheriff Woody Wallace, the deer scampered off into the nearby woods shortly after the scare and appears to be doing just fine.
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- Officers determine there is no danger after reports of an active threat at UW-Whitewater Wednesday.
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- 0:13
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
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- Officers determine there is no danger after reports of an active threat at UW-Whitewater Wednesday.
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- Three Officers Injured, Shooter Dead In Minneapolis High-Rise Shooting
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- 3:25
- Date posted
- 23 hours ago
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- Terrifying video captured from a neighboring high-rise reveals the sound of gunfire and chaotic police rescue efforts during a deadly shooting in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday. Officials state that the tragic event, which began as a domestic incident near an apartment building, left two people dead, including the suspected shooter who died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Several others were injured in the violence, including three police officers who are currently in stable condition, and three civilians who required surgery for gunshot wounds. The chilling footage shows multiple officers running into the building and carrying victims to safety. Agents from the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) have responded to assist local law enforcement with the ongoing investigation.
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- Watch: Cute Bodycam Footage Shows Ohio Trooper Rescuing Abandoned Puppy
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 23 hours ago
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- Heartwarming body camera footage released by the Ohio State Highway Patrol shows the adorable moment a trooper rescued an abandoned puppy found in a crate near a highway rest area. Trooper Kronander made the heartbreaking discovery along I-71 in Medina County while conducting a routine morning check. Despite the intense heat, the puppy still had enough energy to playfully interact with an empty plastic water bottle. The trooper used the makeshift toy to win over the scared dog, gently talking to the puppy before safely placing it into the air-conditioned squad car. The puppy was transported to the local Medina Post before being placed under the care of the Medina County SPCA, an animal advocacy organization just south of Cleveland.
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- MapQuest Downloads Soar After Keeping 'Lake Ontario' Over Trump's 'Lake America'
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 23 hours ago
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- MapQuest is experiencing a massive and unexpected comeback, seeing over 1.5 million new downloads after defying President Donald Trump’s push to rename Lake Ontario to "Lake America." The 30-year-old navigation platform saw its usage skyrocket after keeping the Great Lake's traditional name on its maps, sparking a viral conversation across social media. The incredible surge even caught the attention of Eric Trump, who posted online that it was "shocking" to see the legacy brand was still alive. A MapQuest spokesperson embraced the comment, calling it "hilarious" and true as the platform celebrates its 30th anniversary. While the app has shot up the download charts, the company maintains that sticking with "Lake Ontario" was not intended as a political stance, but simply a commitment to keeping geography familiar and accurate for its users.
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- Shocking Video: Knife-Wielding Connecticut Woman Attacks Officer In Police Cruiser
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 23 hours ago
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- Security footage captured the shocking moment a Connecticut woman attempted to stab a State Capitol Police officer before ultimately being tased and arrested. The chaotic incident unfolded Wednesday morning when the woman, armed with a kitchen knife, aggressively approached the officer while he was seated inside his police cruiser. Surveillance video shows her striking at the officer numerous times through the vehicle's window. The woman fled the immediate area shortly after her knife broke during the violent attack. Officers quickly pursued the suspect, and she was tased as she attempted to jump into and steal a police car. Authorities confirmed that neither the officer nor the suspect sustained serious injuries during the confrontation. Police stated that the woman was experiencing a mental health crisis at the time of the incident.
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- Shocking Video: Man Struck By Lightning In New York
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 24 hours ago
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- Jaw-dropping surveillance video captured the terrifying moment a Staten Island, New York, man was struck by lightning while walking outside in the rain. Thomas Fahmy was holding an umbrella when a sudden, blinding flash sent him crashing to the ground. Miraculously, Fahmy got back to his feet moments later and immediately sought shelter inside a neighbor’s home. He was later transported to a local hospital for evaluation, where doctors determined he suffered no burns and had not lost consciousness during the intense electrical strike.
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- Madison Fire Department welcomes 10th ambulance to fleet
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The Madison Fire Department launched their 10th ambulance into service Thursday morning.
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- Heavy rain and strong to severe storms possible tonight
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- 3:06
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Scattered showers and storms are possible today, mainly north of Madison, with strong to severe storms possible late this evening into early tomorrow morning. Southern WI is under a level 1 and 2 out of 5 risk of severe weather, with strong winds the main concern, but we will also be tracking the low risk for large hail or a tornado.
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- Why Hustisford Schools are Empty this School Year
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Hallways and classrooms sat empty on the second day of school for the Hustisford School District. Ryan Lynch has you covered on how we got here.
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- UW-Whitewater students describe fear after first-day campus threat
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Students react to alert
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- Badgers volleyball defeats Gators in home opener
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Florida pushed Wisconsin to the brink, but the Badgers prevailed 15-13 in the fifth set to take the match.
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- Hockey coaches excited for Frozen Tundra Faceoff at Lambeau
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Badger Breakdown: Offense tasked with tough Irish defense, lockdown CB Moore
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- 1:18
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Wisconsin's passing game will need to be much more effective against Notre Dame than it was in 2025 to open things up for the run game.
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- Strong to severe storms possible Thursday
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- 2:53
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Storms are possible both Thursday afternoon and again overnight.
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- UW-Whitewater freshmen recount scary moments on first day of school
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- 1:28
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Freshmen say it wasn't the most ideal day to start the 2026-2027 school year at UW-Whitewater. Lucas Kihmm reports.
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- Hustisford schools sit empty after failed referendum
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- 1:48
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Schools go dark after failed referendum
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- 'I didn't know what to do': UW-Whitewater students recall frightening first day
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Students take shelter in nearby backyard
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- UW-Whitewater freshmen recount first-day campus scare
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- 3:59
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Freshmen react to threat on Life Alert on 1st day of school
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- Beloit College secures funding for new student initiative
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- 0:12
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Beloit College unveils initiative funding
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- Badgers hockey returning to Lambeau Field for first time in 20 years
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Badger Hockey heading to Lambeau
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- Badger Breakdown: Live with Mimi Colyer and Jada Cerniglia
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- 2:50
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Two former Badgers volleyball players, members of the 2025 Final Four team, join sports director Karl Winter for a live interview.
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- Live it Up! with Lee & Friends: Steve's Auto Sales 9-5-26
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- 4:42
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Steven Bozeman, owner of Steve's Auto Sales, talks about different ways to finance a vehicle.
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- Live it Up! with Lee & Friends: Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin 9-5-26
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- 4:50
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Learn about the role and reach of Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin.
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- Live it Up! with Lee & Friends: Root 2 Rise 9-5-26
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- 4:56
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Denise Hanson, founder and executive director of Root 2 Rise, explains how the nonprofit aims to help struggling juniors and seniors in high school.
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- Live it Up! with Lee & Friends: Dane County Farmers' Market 9-5-26
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- 4:46
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Hannah Henriksen, Dane County Farmers' Market interim co-market director, tells us where to go to find the farmers' market.
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- Live it Up! with Lee & Friends: Contours Lingerie 9-5-26
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- 4:44
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Tia Lynn, the owner and designer of Contours Lingerie in Madison, joins the show to talk about bra fittings, lifestyle needs and additional offerings.
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- Suspect Claims She Was Trying To Record Lindsay Clancy, Not Jurors
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A 56-year-old woman was arraigned Wednesday on a charge of intimidating a witness, juror, or person providing information after allegedly filming jurors in the high-profile Lindsay Clancy trial. Authorities arrested Dawn Light outside a courthouse in Plymouth, Massachusetts, on Tuesday afternoon. During her Wednesday hearing, Light's attorney argued that the incident was a misunderstanding and that the 56-year-old was actually trying to record Clancy, not the jury. The judge released Light without bond but ordered her to stay away from the courthouse and anyone associated with the Clancy trial. Additionally, she was explicitly instructed not to distribute any images or videos captured during the incident. Light is scheduled to return to court for a pre-trial hearing on October 15th.
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- Spectacular Crash: Powerboat Goes Airborne And Flips At 200 MPH In Missouri
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A spectacular and terrifying moment was caught on camera in Missouri when a powerboat traveling over 200 miles per hour suddenly took flight, flipping end-over-end before crashing violently back into the water. The massive wreck occurred during the annual Lake of the Ozarks Shootout, a highly anticipated high-speed powerboating event. Despite the sheer speed and violent impact of the crash, organizers report that both pilots miraculously escaped the wreck with only minor injuries. In a stunning display of resilience, one of the pilots actually raced again the very next day, while the other is currently resting and recovering well at home.
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- Jack Young Middle School Principal highlights new school program
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- 2:13
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- "Thrive" is kicking off this year at Jack Young Middle School to help middle school students flourish outside of the classroom.
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- Watch The Moment A Montana Woman Fights Off A Moose With Bear Spray
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Doorbell camera footage captured the terrifying moment a woman in Big Sky, Montana, fought off an aggressive moose in her backyard to protect her dogs. Shelly Thorburn sprang into action when the massive animal charged, ultimately deploying bear spray to drive the unfriendly moose away from her property. Thorburn stated her biggest concern was for her 14-year-old dog, Annie, who is both deaf and visually impaired and had wandered further away during the frightening encounter. Fortunately, the bear spray was effective in stopping the charging moose in its tracks, allowing Thorburn to safely usher all her pets back inside her home without injury.
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- Flock Security Defends Cameras As Florida Bans License Plate Readers
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Florida Department of Transportation has announced it will no longer allow automated license plate readers (ALPRs) along state public rights of way, citing severe data privacy concerns and reports of misuse. The controversial move comes after widespread reports of law enforcement officers abusing the surveillance systems, with some using the cameras to track and stalk romantic interests. Following the state's decision, several county sheriffs have also announced they will discontinue the use of the tracking systems. Flock Security, a major manufacturer of the cameras, pushed back against the state's ban, defending the technology as an essential public safety tool. The company stated that the cameras have recently helped locate missing children and catch murder suspects in Florida, arguing for better accountability and transparency legislation rather than outright bans.
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- Video: FBI Agents Stop Former Congressman Eric Swalwell At Airport
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Newly released video captures the moment former Congressman Eric Swalwell was surrounded by FBI agents at San Francisco International Airport on August 15th. Swalwell, who was seen wearing a black hoodie and hat while deplaning, was allegedly escorted to a restricted area for questioning. According to sources, federal agents seized his cellphone and laptop as part of an ongoing criminal investigation. The following day, agents also conducted a search of Swalwell's home in Washington, D.C. The federal encounter comes after multiple women accused Swalwell of sexual assault. The former congressman has vehemently denied the allegations and recently resigned from his position. He has not been charged with a crime at this time.
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- Baraboo school district welcomes students back for new school year
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- On Wednesday, all students returned to the classroom in the Baraboo school district for the 2026-2027 school year. Superintendent Stephen Considine is heading into his second year in the role and highlights some accomplishments from year one.
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- More heat, humidity, and storm chances
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- 3:29
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Storms are moving toward Juneau and Adams counties this morning, and a few stronger wind gusts are possible until 4 or 5 am. After that, our Wednesday is mostly dry aside from some isolated showers this afternoon. Highs are still in the upper-80s, and humidity will once again make it feel like the mid-to-upper-90s. Rain chances continue into the weekend.
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- "Who's going to pay for it?" Village of Cottage Grove seeks third-party study of discolored water
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Seeking water study proposals
