ANTIGO, WI (WTAQ) - Antigo police say the male victim of last weekend's prom shooting has been released from the hospital.

On Friday, 18-year-old Collin Cooper was discharged and officials say he will be recuperating under the care of his family.

Police say Cooper and another female student were shot by 18-year-old Jakob Wagner while leaving the school's prom just after 11 p.m. on April 23.

Wagner was shot by officers on scene and was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

The female victim was released from the hospital the next day.

DALE, WI (WTAQ) - Part of a barn in Outagamie County was destroyed by a fire Saturday.

Fire crews were called to the barn at W10179 State Highway 96 in the Township of Dale around 2:10 p.m.

Dale Fire and Rescue were aided by 3 other agencies in the fight.

Highway 96 between Pine Grove and Shaky Lane roads had to be closed for about 3 hours due to the fire.

The upper part of the barn was completely destroyed.

No one was hurt and no animals were in the barn at the time of the fire.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - Nationwide people are recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month.

Here in Green Bay, the issue of mental health continues to grow. A prime example of that is Wellspring, a daytime drop in center for women.

"One woman talks to the next woman about here's a good safe place," says Wellspring Program Supervisor Jane Jordan. "That you can gain that understanding and support that you need to deal with the life issues that are creating the mental distress."

During the last 5 years, Wellspring has had a 41 percent increase in the number of women who use its services. Guests may participate in personal healing/growth programs, connect with other women, learn about resources in the community or share their gifts with other guests.  

The program of Wellspring is run by Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, who offer a number of services to those in the community who may be struggling with mental health conditions, homelessness, or another type of crisis.

For Jordan, May is the month to shine that light on mental health issues.

"It's understanding that it's as important to deal with our mental health as it is our physical health," Jordan explains. "When we think about someone breaking their leg, people rally around that person. They go see the doctor, they get medicine that might be needed, friends and family help out that person. Well, people experiencing a mental health challenge, that person needs the same care and understanding."

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), nearly 1 in 5 Americans suffers from a mental illness each year. That's about 42.5 million Americans who endure conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. Also, approximately 9.3 million adults experience "serious mental illness" -- which is their condition impedes day-to-day activities like going to work.

"It is May that is the reminder that recovery mentally is no different than recovering physically," Jordan says. "A person may need some medicine to assist in fixing the brain chemicals if things aren't working correctly. You need good friends, family members, or a professional therapist to talk through what's happening to gain the understanding, skills and tools to move through the mental recovery."

NATIONAL AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

Mental Health America is marking 2016's version of Mental Health Awareness Month with the theme "Life with a Mental Illness".

According to its website, that means asking people to share what life with a mental illness feels like for them in words, pictures and video by tagging their social media posts with #mentalillnessfeelslike (or submitting to MHA anonymously). Posts will be collected and displayed at mentalhealthamerica.net/feelslike.

Posting with the hashtag will allow people to speak up about their own experiences, to share their point of view with individuals who may be struggling to explain what they are going through—and help others figure out if they too are showing signs of a mental illness.

Sharing is the key to breaking down negative attitudes and misperceptions surrounding mental illnesses, and to show others that they are not alone in their feelings and their symptoms.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - A group who normally honors WWII veterans is taking on a different role this summer.

Old Glory Honor Flight of Northeast Wisconsin is recognizing veterans who have served in Middle East conflicts.

"Operation at Ease 2016" is set to take place Saturday, July 23rd.

Spokesman Josh McFaul says they're looking for around 120 participants.

"We'll be traveling via motor coach bus to Neillsville to The Highgrounds (Highground Veterans Memorial Park) there, and once we arrive at The Highgrounds, the wall of remembrance will be there for the veterans to see."

McFaul says they will also participate in the dedication ceremonies for the new Persian Gulf Tribute Memorial.

"We are looking to take veterans who have served in Operation New Dawn, Operations Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, Desert Storm or Desert Shield."

Veterans will arrive in Neillsville at 1 p.m. and return to Appleton around 11:30 p.m. that day. If you would like more information on the trip or to apply, go to www.oldgloryhonorflight.org.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - Green Bay police say a man has been arrested in connection with a west side stabbing.

Police say they found a man with multiple stab wounds walking near N. Norwood Avenue and Kellogg Street just after 12 p.m. Sunday. The 21-year-old man was rushed to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Investigators began speaking with residents around the neighborhood and learned the stabbing took place in the 800 block of Elmore Street. 

As officers arrived at a home there, the 19-year-old Green Bay man who is the suspected attacker was hiding inside. 

Police say he was arrested and is being held on outstanding felony warrants.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - An arrest has been made following a series of home invasions on Green Bay's east side.

Green Bay police say during the past week 3 female victims have awoken to find a person standing over them. In the latest incident, the person held a knife and tried to sexually assault the victim.

The home invasions took place in the 100 block of S. Irwin Avenue, the 300 block of S. Clay Street and the 100 block of S. Roosevelt Street. In all cases, the person walked in through an unlocked door.

Police could release more information about the suspect later Monday afternoon.

ASHWAUBENON, WI (WTAQ) - The Dixie Chicks will perform at the Resch Center in Ashwaubenon in September.

The multi-platinum selling act will stop in the Green Bay area as part of the group's DCX MMXVI Tour.

The Dixie Chicks' hits include "Goodbye Earl" and "Not Ready to Make Nice." They've sold more than $100 million worth of concert tickets, while their albums "Wide Open Spaces" (1998) and "Fly" (1999) have hit diamond status, meaning they sold more than 10 million copies.

Tickets range from $59.50 to $129.50. They go on sale at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Ticket Star box office in the Resch Center, by phone at 1-800-895-0071 and online.

APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - We're learning more artists that have been booked for this summer's Mile of Music Festival.

Organizers have announced 15 new acts in a third wave of concert announcements. The new total is up to 90.

The newest artists added are:

• Soul Low (Milwaukee, WI)
• Kristen Ford (Boston, MA)
• The Kelson Twins (Chicago, IL)
• J.P. Cyr & His Radio Wranglers (Milwaukee, WI)
• Space Raft (Milwaukee, WI)
• Windsor Drive (Wausau, WI)
• Joseph Huber (Milwaukee, WI)
• New Age Narcissism (Milwaukee, WI)
• Lou Shields (Chicago, IL)
• Jillian Rae (Eveleth, MN)
• The Young Revelators (Milwaukee, WI)
• The Blisters (Chicago, IL)
• Pit Wagon (Eau Claire, WI)
• Idle Empress (Eau Claire, WI)
• Pudge (Appleton, WI)

59 of the performers announced thus far are making their first appearance at the festival. It includes artists from 26 states and 4 countries.

Organizers expect about 200 acts to perform at this year's Mile of Music, the fourth annual festival. The final list of performers and schedule are expected to be released in June.

Mile of Music is scheduled for August 4 through 7 in downtown Appleton.

OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ) - A pastor will stand trial for allegedly trying to arrange a sexual encounter with a 13-year-old girl.

Rev. Joshua Scheil is facing three counts, including child enticement. He'll enter a plea on May 16.

According to the criminal complaint, Scheil contacted an undercover Winnebago County Sheriff's Office analyst posing as a 13-year-old girl from Oshkosh on a teen website in March.

Scheil, who's from Kenosha County, had arraigned a meeting with the girl at a hotel in Oshkosh on April 12. Scheil had also sent the undercover agent sexually explicit messages and stated several times he wanted to have sexual relations with her when they met, the criminal complaint states.

At the time of his arrest, Scheil worked as a Lutheran minister in Twin Lakes.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - It's a sure sign that summer is on the way.

Bay Beach Amusement Park is set to open for the 2016 season on Saturday.

Special Facilities Manager Jason Arnoldi says they will be debuting two new rides on opening day.

"One is the Rockin' Tug which is a tug boat that brings passengers on a half-pipe and spins them around a little bit and the other is the Bay Beast which is a tower jumping ride essentially, which brings you up about 40 feet in the air and then drops you a little bit and takes you back up and drops you a little bit more."

Other rides that are still fan favorites are the Zippin Pippin and Giant Slide.

Park hours are limited in May but will be much broader once summer officially starts.

"In May, these first few weekends, we are open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday's and Sunday's. Towards the end of May, we are open for school groups from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Then beginning the Friday of Memorial Day weekend we are open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. for Memorial Day weekend, says Arnoldi."

Find full Bay Beach Amusement Park hours at www.greenbaywi.gov/baybeach.

Last year the park brought in over 3 million riders and an estimated $2.8 million in revenue.

Admission is free. Tickets are still 25 cents each.

APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - Appleton police are confirming a report in USA Today Network-Wisconsin that the focus of a nearly decade old homicide case is a retired bank president.

In November 2006, 56-year-old Connie Boelter was found dead inside her Appleton home.

She worked as a loan processor at Wolf River Community Bank in Hortonville, where James K. Olson was president at the time. 

On Monday, the Appleton Police Department released a statement about the story:

"On November 15, 2006, Connie Boelter did not show up for work at the Wolf River Community Bank in Hortonville. She had worked there several years as a loan processor.  This was highly unusual for Connie, who we have learned was a well-liked and dedicated employee. 

A co-worker contacted a family member of Connie's who went to check on her and found her dead in her residence. Connie's death was ruled a homicide. Since November 15, 2006, the Appleton Police Department has actively investigated this case, treating Connie's murder as our top priority.

Today, we are not be able to release any specific additional details on the investigation. However, we feel it is important to confirm the report published yesterday is accurate; as it is based on information filed with the Clerk of Court’s Office. We also want to make it very clear this is only a portion of the evidence we have gathered.  There are other parts to the investigation we will not be able to release at this time.  It is our priority to protect the integrity of the investigation and future prosecution.

We have not referred any charges at this time, but we can confirm a person of interest has been developed during the course of our investigation. 

Teams of investigators and specialists, both locally and nationally, have been working on this case for over 9 years.  We will continue to put all the resources we need into gathering the evidence needed to hold Connie's murderer accountable. 

Throughout our investigation, we have been working closely with the Outagamie County District Attorney’s Office. We will continue to work with them as this case moves forward.  

The Appleton Police Department thanks Connie's family for their patience and ongoing support. They have shown amazing strength; going through a nightmare no one should have to experience. It is clear Connie's inner strength and commitment to family lives on through them. 

Connie was a very compassionate and caring person. Her life revolved around her children, family and grandchildren. She was a dedicated employee and friend; a quiet person who lived a very peaceful life, until the day of her tragic death.  

As we have done since her death, we will continue to seek any and all leads in the pursuit of justice for Connie.  We would ask for anyone with information regarding Connie’s death to reach out to our investigators.  Even small pieces of information can be beneficial to putting together a successful referral. 

Information related to this investigation can be forwarded through our non-emergency number (920) 832-5500, to Lt. Polly Olson (920) 832-6089 or to our private message on Facebook.  The Appleton Police Department also utilizes Text-a-Tip for anonymous referral of information.  Individuals can text CRIMES (274-637) with the keyword APDTIPS at the start of their message."

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - Green Bay police are investigating a report of shots being fired on the city's east side Monday afternoon.

Officers went to a home in the 1300 block of East Mason Street.

"We had a report that there was a disturbance there that involved a weapon earlier, so we have several units there," said Green Bay Police Capt. John Balza. "We haven't determined for positive that there was a weapon used in there, but correspondingly we have a young male, possibly in his early 20's, that's at St. Vincent Hospital with a gunshot wound."

Balza says it's very early in the investigation and interviews are being conducted.

A weapon has not been found, but several people have been detained by officers.

The shooting victim has non-life threatening injuries.

MENASHA, WI (WTAQ) - At the time, officials called it the "end of innocence".

One-year ago Tuesday a gunman opened fire on the Trestle Trail Bridge in Menasha, killing 3 people before he committed suicide. 

Menasha Police Officer Aaron Zemlock says he often thinks back to that day.

"Pretty much daily, there's always some reminder," Zemlock says about the random shooting which took place around 7:30 p.m. "It might just be driving past the trail head, or seeing the trestle from Lake Street as I'm on my way home."

Sergio Valencia del Toro killed 31-year-old Adam Bentdahl, 11-year-old Olivia Stoffel and her father 33-year-old Jonathan Stoffel. 32-year-old Erin Stoffel survived after being shot multiple times. 

"It was a horrible event, we couldn't be prouder of those that responded from all areas, from the emergency responders, paramedics, fire, doctors and the police," Zemlock says. "Then, the strength of the families involved, the Bentdahl and Stoffel families, was pretty inspiring to meet those people and they're the real heroes of the situation."

Zemlock says that while the agency had trained for an active shooter, you never know where it'll happen and the circumstances leading up to it. That's the biggest lesson the department has learned in the 12 months since.

"We had a real difficult time getting some of the information on military records, prior mental health records and that has definitely been brought to the forefront," said Zemlock. "If we have this kind of incident, we do now have a road map for how to obtain those difficult pieces of information."

Moving forward, security procedures on the Trestle Trail Bridge and Fritse Park is not going to change just because of this one incident.

"We do generally patrol the bridge looking for all kinds of things, nuisance behaviors and what not," Zemlock says. "We don't plan on changing anything. It really, truly was a random act of violence and it was unfortunate it happened at that location. It could've happened anywhere."

APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - A short police chase through Appleton Monday has led to the arrest of a Neenah man.

Police say it began near the corner of Radio Road and E. College Avenue around 5:19 p.m. 

Officers caught up with the suspect near the intersection of Strawberry Lane and S. Kernan Avenue around 5:23 p.m.

No one was injured, and the man was taken into custody.

The Appleton Police Department says the man is the focus of an operation being led by the state Department of Criminal Investigation.

Officers say the investigation focuses on internet usage, but did not have any other details about the case.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - A woman will spend 21-and-a-half years in prison and 16 years on extended supervision for her role in the murder of Thomas Wick.

That's the sentenced handed down in Brown County court to 27-year-old Katie Heller, who pled no contest in March to a reduced charge of being party to second-degree reckless homicide on February 27, 2012. Wick was found dead inside the basement of his Howard home.

According to prosecutors, Heller and her fiancé, Matthew Moore, owed Wick money after he sold them a house.

During a plea hearing in March, prosecutors say evidence indicated Moore was the likely shooter despite claiming Heller pulled the trigger.

In exchange for Heller's plea, prosecutors agreed to recommend a sentence of no more than 25 years in prison and 10 years extended supervision. However, the judge could sentence her to more time behind bars.

Heller also pleaded no contest to charges of resisting or obstructing an officer and perjury. Prosecutors say she and Moore lied about the involvement in the Wick homicide during a John Doe investigation.

Moore was convicted in March as part of a plea deal for his role in the murder. Moore will be sentenced Thursday.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - The annual Green Bay Packers shareholders meeting will happen on Thursday, July 21.

Team officials announced Tuesday that it will take place rain or shine, starting at 11 a.m. at Lambeau Field. The formal notice of the Annual Meeting, including proxy materials, will be sent in mid-June.

The Packers are again recommending that shareholders receive their materials via email and subsequently vote online, as it is the most sustainable and resource-friendly method. Shareholders can register for this process online.

Shareholders planning on attending the meeting will be issued 4 tickets for each shareholder account, including accounts that have a joint or custodial registration.

Shareholders receiving meeting materials electronically will be able to access print-at-home tickets upon voting their shares. Shareholders who receive their meeting information via standard mail will receive printed tickets in that same mailing.

Information about the Annual Meeting, which will be updated as the date approaches, also can be found online. 

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - We're learning more about the suspect arrested in a series of Green Bay home invasions.

Police say 28-year-old Antwon C. Graham was taken into custody on two charges of burglary.

During the past week 3 female victims have awoken to find a person standing over them.

The home invasions took place in the 100 block of S. Irwin Avenue, the 300 block of S. Clay Street and the 100 block of S. Roosevelt Street.

Police say the investigation is ongoing and credited officers for their knowledge of the neighborhoods and the contacts they made, to develop leads which lead to Graham's arrest. 

MARKESAN, WI (WTAQ) - The 34-year-old Markesan sex offender who refereed youth sports and phoned in bomb threats after his ref license was suspended has moved into a residence in rural Markesan.

Last August a Dodge County judge sentenced Aaron Schreiber to prison, but today (Tuesday) Schreiber moved into a residence at N2004 Old Highway A.

Green Lake County Chief Deputy Sheriff Mark Putzke says his department and Markesan Police are aware of Schreiber’s history.

"so if we became aware of a community violation we would act on that, involve the Department of Corrections and there would be a sanction of some sort"

Putzke says Markesan is Schreiber’s home community and they know him uniquely so there will be a lot of eyes on him.

"our intent is just to make the community aware, so if anything should happen or come about we're prepared to deal with that. remember the community is our eyes and ears"

Putzke says there was a community notification meeting at the Markesan City Hall Monday night.

"we try and make these things informative and accurate and provide benefit to the community where the offender is released in" Schreiber will be on electronic monitoring.

FOX CROSSING, WI (WTAQ) - Police are urging people to check their cars if you live in the area of the former Valley Fair Mall or on the south side of Appleton.

Fox Crossing police say they were called to a neighborhood near the former mall early Monday morning. A person who lives nearby said two men appeared to be looking into cars in parking lots.

Officers spoke with the men and said their stories didn't make much sense. The men also had a backpack full of electronics and other items. Police say it looked like the men were targeting unlocked vehicles.

One of the men was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

Investigators say they've connected the men to a theft in Fox Crossing and another in Appleton so far. Police also have some property they say does not appear to belong to the men.

Those in the area who are missing something from their vehicle are asked to call Officer Swenson at (920) 720-7109 to see if police have it.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - A Green Bay man charged in connection with the deaths of eight dogs was found not guilty by reason of mental disease, following his conviction Tuesday.

Back in September, fire crews were called to the home of Paul Phillips on Klaus Street. Officials found 8 dead Rottweilers inside the home. Phillips told police he was being evicted and set the fire to kill himself and his dogs.

On Tuesday, Phillips pled no contest to charges of criminal damage to property (reduced from an arson count), mistreating animals causing death and recklessly endangering safety. However, Phillips was then found not guilty due to his mental condition.

Phillips returns to court on July 11 for a hearing to determine a treatment plan or other conditions.