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Lawyer says officer thought Blake was trying to kidnap child

09/27/2020 12:30 PM

The lawyer for the Kenosha police officer who shot Jacob Blake seven times in the back says his client told investigators he thought Blake was trying to abduct one of his own children.

Despite Applefest cancellation, people are encouraged to visit Bayfield apple orchards

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore celebrates milestone 50th anniversary

The Islander: Coming of Age in the Apostle Islands

Officials rescind Ashland bar closure order

Spooner welcomes home local National Guard Unit

Spooner and Ashland-based National Guardsmen from the 829th Engineer Company were welcomed home Thursday night after spending nearly a year in the Middle East.

Bayfield Co. authorities release name of woman killed in crash

One person was killed and another was injured in a head-on crash Monday afternoon in Bayfield County. The sheriff's office says a reported erratic driver crossed the center line and collided with a pickup pulling a camper.

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Evers extends Wisconsin mask mandate until Nov. 21

Federal judge extends deadline for Wisconsin ballots

DNR estimates Wis. wolf population up about 13%

Wisconsin election clerks rush to mail ballots after delay

Election clerks in Wisconsin are rushing to mail absentee ballots. That's after a Monday afternoon decision by the state Supreme Court lifting its temporary freeze on sending ballots while it considered a legal challenge.

Bayfield County issues restriction on public gatherings

Bayfield County Health Department issues a countywide restriction on public gatherings to begin at midnight tonight. The order was issued in an attempt to prevent further spread of COVID-19.

Wisconsin launches new school safety tip line

Wisconsin has a new tip line for anyone who wants to report a school safety concern. The "Speak Up, Speak Out Resource Center" will be available around the clock. We have link information and phone number at WDIO.com.

1 child killed, 3 others hurt in Barron County UTV crash

A 13-year-old Cumberland, Wis., girl died in an off-road vehicle crash in Barron County on Thursday. Three others were injured, including a 12-year-old boy from Superior.

Wisconsin extends ban on utility disconnections amid COVID-19

COVID-19 test events set for Ironwood, Cable

Alleged home invasion in Superior

Authorities in Sawyer County have found the missing 3-year-old, Abby Ladwig.

Update: Sawyer Co. girl suffered minor injuries in 24 hours missing

Popular Pattison Park attraction re-opens to the public

Evers hands UW $32 million to prepare for students' return

First COVID-19 related death in Ashland County

New Wisconsin justice sworn in during ultramarathon

Noah's Ark Waterpark closes after 2 employees COVID positive

Superior community weighs in on Gov. Evers emergency face mask order

14 test positive for COVID-19 at Camp Eagle Ridge

Two die in head-on crash near Hayward

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Lawyer says officer thought Blake was trying to kidnap child

The lawyer for the Kenosha police officer who shot Jacob Blake seven times in the back says his client told investigators he thought Blake was trying to abduct one of his own children.

Enbridge donation helps Superior Fire Dept.

Enbridge donates to Superior Fire Department to help purchase new ladder truck.

"Suspicious Items" force temporary closure of Hammond Avenue

Superior Police deployed their tactical technology team deployed to investigate the items, and utilizing their robot the obtained several photos of the items.

Evers extends Wisconsin mask mandate until Nov. 21

Joe Biden to visit Wisconsin

Drive thru job fair held in Superior

A drive thru job fair in the Superior offered to help connect employers with potential employees ran by the Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board.

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Ann Arbor decriminalizes magic mushrooms, psychedelic plants

The city of Ann Arbor has decriminalized psychedelic plants and fungi, including magic mushrooms.

Early voting starts in Michigan under new rules

Michigan Legislature eases processing of absentee ballots

Michigan Legislature approves automatic expungement bills

Michigan House votes to shield employers from virus lawsuits

Michigan lawmakers pass $62B state budget

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