APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - Charges have been tacked on against a Little Chute man already accused of driving over his wife.

Zohn Yang has pled not guilty to all of the counts against him. His lawyer has also filed a speedy trial demand. 

The Outagamie County District Attorney's office says no trial date has been set.

Initially Yang faced 2 counts, including attempted first-degree intentional homicide, for the incident on April 27. That day, Yang is accused of driving the family minivan into his wife Pachia Lor. She had one of her legs amputated as a result of her injuries.

An amended criminal complaint shows that Yang now faces 4 charges related to an incident on April 21 when he allegedly threatened to kill Lor. Yang also faces 3 counts for threats made to her during an argument three days later.

The complaint goes on to state that Yang allegedly choked Lor during an argument.

SHAWANO, WI (WTAQ) - A trial has been ordered for the driver accused of causing a triple fatal crash last fall.

Online court records indicate that Ryan Swadner was bound over for trial following a preliminary hearing. 

Swadner is facing 11 charges, including 3 counts of second-degree reckless homicide, for the crash which claimed the lives of Paige Brunette, Cody Borsche and Tyler Welch on October 21.

Arraignment is set for July 20.

According to the criminal complaint, marijuana was found by police inside Swadner’s car the day of the crash.

When detectives asked Swadner if he was smoking marijuana before the crash, the criminal complaint says Swadner admitted to smoking two to three weeks before the crash but he couldn’t remember smoking the day of the crash.

Swadner’s attorney has questioned the toxicology report results.

The complaint alleges Swadner was headed to a gas station so Welch could sell drugs to a person waiting for them.

While headed north Highway 22, officials say Swadner was trying to pass another vehicle stopped to turn left. Swadner immediately lost control of his car and that’s when he hit an SUV in the other lane.

(Additional reporting from FOX 11).

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - A woman accused of having sex and trying to deliver drugs to inmates while working at the Green Bay Correctional Institution has pled not guilty.

According to the criminal complaint, 51-year-old Gayle Saldaris was a food service worker at the prison for three months last year. During that time, an inmate told investigators he had sexual contact with Saldaris 10 times a week, for about a month.

The complaint states that the convicted bank robber said he worked with Saldaris in the food line, and would get physical with her in the vegetable cooler and the freezer. He told investigators he'd been an inmate for 16 years and, "has never seen someone so reckless and blatant" as Saldaris.

Saldaris is also accused of trying to get drugs to a third inmate, 4 months after she was fired from the prison last July.

According to the criminal complaint, Saldaris tried having a different food worker at the prison bring Ethylone to the inmate. That worker called police, but was allegedly fired for previously delivering sexual messages to the inmate from Saldaris.

Saldaris will stand trial September 23.

MADISON, WI (WTAQ) - Wisconsin's railroad commissioner is going around the state this week to promote a new safety campaign about being cautious at train crossings.

Jeff Plale says people are taking "silly risks" all the time walking on tracks and taking shortcuts. That's part of the reason for a new campaign called "Operation Lifesaver."

When people see railroad tracks, Plale says they should presume that a train is not far off. He cites an increase in train traffic from shipments of crude oil and frac-sand.

As a result, Plale says safety is even more important than in the past.

Railroad investigator Tom Clauder said motorists are also getting more tickets for violations at crossings. He says drivers can lose 6 points on their licenses and be fined $350 for driving around crossing gates which are down -- or going through flashing train signals.

The Federal Railroad Administration said trains collided with seven motor vehicles throughout Wisconsin during a 15-month period ending in March.

(Story courtesy of Wheeler News Service)

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - The man authorities believe is the ringleader in a Brown County heroin operation has pled guilty to four charges after reaching a plea deal Tuesday.

Initially, Jafari Mahonie of Illinois faced 10 heroin-delivery felonies.

Mahonie had pled no contest to 2 additional counts, including manufacturing and delivering heroin over 10 grams but less than 50 grams.

He faces over 100 years in prison when he's sentenced on August 17.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - A Sturgeon Bay business owner has been sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in federal prison for receiving child pornography.

Steven P. Link was also given 15 years of supervised release and must register as a sex offender.

The 37-year-old Link was arrested at his bookstore last September. Investigators performed a search of Link's home and uncovered thousands of images and videos of child pornography on computers and media storage devices. Many files showed children thought to be 5 to 16-years-old engaging in explicit sexual activity.

According to the criminal complaint, Link told police he also secretly videotaped people in the restroom at work with a camera disguised as a smoke detector. Court documents reveal that authorities found videos of girls and adult women in various stages of undress in the bathroom.

Another man arrested with Link, Kory Murphy, was previously convicted and sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison.

STURGEON BAY, WI (WTAQ) - A woman charged with stealing funds while working as the director of the Door County Humane Society is pleading not guilty.

On Tuesday, 39-year-old Carrie Counihan waived her preliminary hearing and returns to court for a status conference July 20. No trial date has been set.

Authorities say Counihan admitted to using the shelter credit card 86 times for a total of over $13,000. She faces 12 felony counts, including theft of a business setting greater than $10,000 and identity theft - obtain money or credit.

A sheriff's report, which is attached to the criminal complaint, reveals that there may be another $9,605.90 in personal expenses that Counihan charged to the shelter.

OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ) - Police in Oshkosh confirm that two people have died in a single-engine plane crash Tuesday afternoon.

It happened around 3:20 p.m. near Wittman Regional Airport.

Oshkosh Police say the crash happened near the end of the runway on the airport's east side. Authorities say the plane ended up on Oshkosh Corporation property, at W. 23rd Avenue and Montana Street.

There were just two people on-board the plane. No one on the ground was hurt.

No word yet on what caused the crash as officials continue to keep people away from the scene.

The FAA and NTSB have been called to the scene to handle the investigation.

Green Bay, WI  (WTAQ) - A date for this year's Packers Family Night has been nailed down.

It will be Saturday, August 8 with activities in the Lambeau Field bowl beginning at 5:30 p.m. , and activities going on all day around the stadium.  

The event once again gives fans who may not get a chance to come to Lambeau during the regular season the opportunity to experience Lambeau and to watch the team from the stands.

The format of this year’s Family Night will once again be a full practice, in order for the team to accomplish its preparation goals for the regular season. The full practice will include 11-on-11 sessions that will feature live contact.

The evening remains family-focused and will feature a game-like atmosphere with use of the video boards, gameday music and a fireworks show at the end of the night.

Fans can purchase their tickets through Ticketmaster, over the phone or via the internet. Tickets also can be purchased at the Packers’ ticket office in person. There is no ticket limit on purchases.

Tickets are $10 and go on sale June 22 at 10 a.m.

MADISON, WI (WTAQ) - The man who killed State Patrol officer Trevor Casper in Fond du Lac was not responsible for a bank robbery about 500 yards away.

The state Justice Department said Tuesday it did not believe that 38-year-old Steven Snyder of suburban Detroit was the suspect in the holdup.

It occurred March 24th at the Hometown Bank on Fond du Lac's west side, about an hour before Snyder and Casper were both killed in a shootout.

Authorities said Snyder robbed another bank in Wausaukee the same day, stole a bank employee's vehicle, killed Thomas Chryst close to where he had a different getaway vehicle, and drove that car two hours south to Fond du Lac where the shootout occurred.

The Justice Department has yet to release a full report of its investigation.

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel said the Fond du Lac County DA wanted it withheld, while that office investigates further.

Media reports said Snyder committed several bank robberies in lower Michigan the past few years, and the FBI joined Michigan authorities in investigating Snyder not long before his Wisconsin crime spree.

His estranged wife Stacey reported the prior bank robberies to authorities, but it's not clear when that happened. Snyder was also wanted for an alleged attack on his wife last Christmas Day in Michigan.

(Story courtesy of Wheeler News Service)

MARINETTE, WI (WTAQ) - Three people arrested following last week's meth bust at a Marinette motel have been formally charged.

Online court records indicate 37-year-old Robert Sellen, 37-year-old Bridget Zuraski and 19-year-old Senora Lopez each face two charges of manufacture and delivery of amphetamine, and possession of drug paraphernalia to make, produce or store methamphetamine.

The three suspects are due back in court for the balance of initial appearances on June 15.

On May 25, police discovered the alleged meth lab inside a room at the Marinette Inn. Authorities described the production method as likely being what's called the "one pot" method. That's a highly mobile, quick, but highly dangerous way to produce meth.

Lopez told investigators she had been helping Sellen make meth for 2 months, and that Zuraski helped get the ingredients, according to the criminal complaint.

Sellen apparently started making meth after losing his job. The complaint goes to state that among the items seized was a receipt for a DVD of the hit TV shot "Breaking Bad".

OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ) - Two people killed after their small plane crashed at an Oshkosh Corporation plant site, near Wittman Regional Airport, have been identified. 

Sonex Aircraft CEO Jeremy Monnett and assembly mechanic Mike Clark died when the single engine plane crash around 3:30 Tuesday afternoon. 

The Oshkosh-based aircraft manufacturer issued this statement, which reads in part:

“Sonex Aircraft founder John Monnett made a statement to staff this morning that Sonex Aircraft, LLC will continue to operate despite the holes left by Jeremy and Mike’s absence. It would unquestionably be Jeremy Monnett’s wish that the Sonex company and the worldwide community of Sonex and AeroConversions customers carry-on.

“Sonex Sport Acro N123SX first flew in 2007, and has most-recently been fitted with the 100 hp AeroVee Turbo. The engine had accumulated approximately 25 hours of operation in the Sonex Aircraft test cell as part of the AeroVee Turbo development program, and approximately 50 flight hours on N123SX after moving from the test cell to the Sport Acro airframe in the spring of 2014. The engine and airframe’s performance has been flawless in all respects, including recent long cross country flights to Florida for the Sebring and Sun ‘n Fun conventions, making its return trip to Oshkosh after Sun ‘n Fun 2015. Sonex Aircraft is hopeful the investigation of Tuesday’s accident will reveal conclusive findings regarding the cause, however, there are no immediate conclusions that can be drawn.

“The Monnett family and leadership of Sonex Aircraft, LLC sincerely thank the dedicated Sonex staff, community of customers, the aviation community at-large, and the Oshkosh community for all of the support and condolences offered over the past 24 hours.”

The crash remains under investigation by the FAA and the NTSB.

Green Bay, WI  (WTAQ) - It could be an easier time for boarding your next flight out of Austin Straubel International Airport.

The T-S-A announcing the start of pre-boarding operations at Austin Straubel.

It's an expedited screening program that allows registered flyers to leave on their shoes, light jackets, belts, and keep laptops in their case.

Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach calls it a great benefit for frequent flyers.

You need to pre-enroll online at tsa.gov .  From there, you'll go to an application center in Green Bay to provide additional information.

Once the paperwork is cleared, travelers will be able to utilize TSA Pre-Lanes at participating airports and on 11 major airlines.

 Green Bay becomes one of 145 airports around the country offering this service. The "pre-lane" will only be open at Austin Straubel during the busiest times of the day.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - One of the two teens accused of setting a Green Bay apartment complex on fire will stand trial.

Online court records reveal that Jordan Gardner-Shedrick waived his preliminary hearing on Wednesday. He will be arraigned on June 29.

According to court documents, Gardner and Jesse Jones went to the apartment complex on Danz Avenue to confront a rival gang member. They told investigators that when going into the basement, they found spray cans marked "flammable". 

Gardner and Jones used a lighter to ignite a soaked rag.

60 people were left homeless after the fire, but no one was hurt.

Meantime, Jones is scheduled to enter a plea on June 15.

APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - Police in Appleton are investigating a suspicious fire at an apartment building Wednesday morning.

Fire crews were called for a report of smoke coming from a second-floor unit in the 3000 block of S. Chain Drive at 8:49 a.m. 

Several units responded and were able to put out the fire quickly.

"What they did find after extinguishing the fire was that the origins of the fire did appear to be suspicious," says Appleton Police Sgt. David Lund. "We've spoken to some individuals at the apartment building who've pointed in the direction of one individual whom we need to locate to speak to about the fire."

Lund did not identify that person, and are working with the Appleton Fire Department and Wisconsin Department of Criminal Investigations on locating that person. Lund said he believed the person didn't live at the apartment, but knew some people who did.

No residents were hurt in the blaze, but one firefighter twisted an ankle. 

Most residents living in the building's 8 separate apartment units will be able to return home on Wednesday.

Anyone with information about the fire is asked to call Sgt. Leitzinger at the Appleton Police Department at (920) 832-5541. If you have information but wish to remain anonymous, you can text the word CRIMES (274637) with the keyword APDTIPS at the start of your message.

PULASKI, WI (WTAQ) - The final day for students at Pulaski High School this year also became the last day for its superintendent.

Nearly two months after the Pulaski School Board placed Superintendent Milt Thompson on paid administrative leave, Thompson resigned on Wednesday night.

During the end of the Committee of the Whole Meeting, board members and Thompson went into closed session for about an hour. Afterward, the school board unanimously approved a mutual resignation agreement.

In lieu of talking with the media, School Board President Bob Skalitzky read a brief statement which was: "The board is pleased to have reached a mutual agreement with Milt Thompson, which will permit both the district and Milt, the opportunity to move forward and we wish Milt the best in the future."

Then Thompson, who received a standing ovation from the packed library, read his own statement: "“I would like to thank all of you who’ve come out and supported me tonight. I’ve enjoyed my time as superintendent of Pulaski Community School District, working with the wonderful staff and community here. I wish you nothing but the best for the district going forward."

While Thompson had a procession of hands to shake, school board members quickly hit the skids. 

Thompson was hired by the district in July 2013 and was given a contract extension through next year, according to the Pulaski News. He was placed on paid administrative leave back on April 8 for reasons not made public.

Since that time, assistant superintendent Bec Kurzynske has been the interim superintendent.

ROTHSCHILD, WI (WTAQ)- A woman is dead after a house fire in Rothschild, which is in Marathon County.

The fire broke out around 9 p.m. Wednesday.

Firefighters said they could see light smoke coming from the eaves when they arrived.

Officials believe the fire started in the kitchen and spread.

There is extensive smoke and water damage to the home.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - Green Bay Police will have an opening at the top in the coming weeks.

The Department and the Mayor's office are confirming that Chief Tom Molitor will step down July 31st.

Molitor has been chief since 2013 and served as interim Chief for several months prior to that when former chief Jim Arts left the post. Molitor has served the Green Bay P.D. prior to that as well.  He retired in June of 2011 as assistant chief. 

He had been with Green Bay Police Department since was first hired as a cadet in 1980. 

Molitor has guided the department through high profile police shootings and another charge of excessive use of force against one of his officers.

Mayor Jim Schmitt quickly placed the blame with several city council members.

"It's a tough environment right now, he's not well respected by a couple council people," said Schmitt Thursday. "Tom has a plan that supports community engagement, some people don't believe in that vision, he's asked to get an assistant chief, that's been denied."

One of those council members is believed to be Guy Zima. When reached by phone Thursday, Zima offered a different view.

"We got the willing to give him all the help he needs to solve all these problems, and he says well I don't need it," said Zima. "The problem is the Mayor wants him to do everything within his existing budget."

Zima, who wasn't too surprised by the announcement, believes that Molitor was, "stuck between a rock and a hard place" because of Schmitt.

"The most disrespectful person on the common council is the Mayor himself, he can't seem to handle anybody who has an opinion different from his," Zima added. "And if we quiz very hard anybody that brings a proposal he approves forward, if we try to ask the hard questions, he acts like its rude or something, and of course it isn't."

Schmitt hopes to have an interim chief named within a few weeks, and a permanent replacement by year's end.

You can view Chief Tom Molitor's letter by clicking the PDF above.

KAUKAUNA, WI (WTAQ) - A Facebook post that's gone viral is causing some heartburn in Kaukauna. 

A female resident claims an elderly man tried abducting her child and assaulted her during an incident last Sunday. That post was made Wednesday.

"We were called there for a landlord-tenant type dispute," says Kaukauna Police Lt. Jamie Graff. "And a male party there was arrested for disorderly conduct."

Graff identified that man as Henry Drescher. However, Graff says there is no ongoing investigation and other officials indicate there is no evidence of what the woman is claiming on Facebook.

Drescher was taken to the Outagamie County Jail. He's since posted bond and was released. A single charge of disorderly conduct has been referred to the district attorney's office, according to Graff.

Graff also cautioned people who use social media sites, like Facebook, about jumping to conclusions with regard to rumors.

"You have to be careful about what information you're reading and what's being shared and not getting caught up with truth versus rumors," said Graff. "If there ever is a major public safety, law enforcement in your community will be notifying you of those issues."

OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ) - A memorial service will be held Sunday in Oshkosh for the CEO of a light plane manufacturer who died when one of his products crashed.

Visitations for 40-year-old Jeremy Monnett will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday at the EAA AirVenture Museum's Eagle Hangar. A memorial service and reception will begin at 2 p.m. in the EAA Founders' wing.

A private service will take place Sunday morning, and the family has asked others not to arrive until after 10 a.m.

Monnett was the chief executive of Sonex Aircraft.  He and 20-year-old assembly mechanic Mike Clark were killed on Tuesday.

Their single-engine Sonex Sport Acro was apparently trying to land on a runway at the Oshkosh airport, when it crashed into trucks at a nearby Oshkosh Corporation plant.

Sonex says it will announce information soon about a memorial fund for Monnett.  

Two federal agencies are investigating the cause of the plane crash.

(Story courtesy of Wheeler News Service)