NEENAH, WI (WTAQ) - An armed robbery at a Neenah convenience store Friday morning has police investigating.

Police say it happened at the Citgo on the corner of Green Bay Road and Main Street at 6:20 a.m.

According to a news release, the suspect entered the business, showed a handgun and demanded money. The suspect then fled with an undisclosed amount of cash.

Authorities describe the suspect as a black man with a stocky build. 

Police believe that this robbery is related to a string of similar armed robberies in the area:

• May 26 at the BP station, 899 S. Commercial Street in Neenah
• June 2 at the BP station, Highway BB in the Village of Fox Crossing
• June 2 at the BP station, Highway O in the Town of Neenah
• June 3 at the BP station, 899 S. Commercial Street in Neenah
• June 8 at the BP station, Highway BB in the Village of Fox Crossing

Armed robberies in the Fox Cities are relatively rare, so the concentration of these robberies suggest they are related, according to police.

Anyone with information about the identity of the person(s) responsible for these crimes are asked to call the Neenah Police Department at (920) 886-6000 or Winnebago County Crime Stoppers at (920) 231-8477.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - The man arrested for the death of his live-in girlfriend in Brown County has been released from jail.

Douglass Detrie was freed from jail on Friday. 

This comes after prosecutors say they're not confident they have enough evidence to tie him to the beating death of Nicole VanderHeyden.

VanderHeyden's body was found May 21 in a field near Bellevue. Two days later, Detrie was arrested in connection with her death.

Detrie walked out of the Brown County Jail without saying anything to reporters.

"We're not comfortable that we have sufficient evidence that he is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. Because of that I'm not comfortable issuing criminal charges," Brown County District Attorney David Lasee said, according to FOX 11.

The Brown County Sheriff's Department last Friday held a news conference asking the public for more help cementing their timeline of events leading up to VanderHeyden's death.

A Brown County Court Commissioner agreed with Lasee to vacate a probable cause decision made against Detrie 16 days ago. It included a $1 million cash bond.

"We are appreciative of District Attorney Lasee's thoughtful consideration of what to do in today's case," said Emily Lonergan, Detrie's attorney. "We understand it's not an easy decision fo rhim to make, but we think he made the right decision."

Brown County Sheriff's Office released the following statement on the investigation:

"We are working closely with the District Attorney's Office as we investigate this case. This is a complex investigation. Evidence recovered from multiple locations is being examined by the Wisconsin State Crime Labs. The Wisconsin State Crime Lab has prioritized this case and we are working closely with them to obtain useful information from the evidence.

We do not have lab results for most of the items we have collected in this investigation. The analysis of this quantity of evidence will take more time. We expect to be able to focus our investigation in the weeks ahead as we receive results from the crime lab.

The Brown County Sheriff's Office has and will continue to devote considerable resources toward this investigation. We are investigating all leads with the purpose of holding the perpetrator accountable and seeking justice for Nicole, her family and her friends."

Prosecutors previously said the evidence they have is what appeared to be blood outside the home and in VanderHeyden's vehicle. An apparent shoe print was also found on her body, which investigators believe matches a pair of Air Jordan shoes found in Detrie's home.

"Mr. Detrie is appreciative and thankful that the investigation is continuing and wants it to continue and really wants to find the correct person who did this," said Lonergan.

Detrie's attorney says he will be staying in Green Bay, in hopes of finding justice in the case.

APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - Drivers in Appleton will have to find alternate routes due to some road closures Saturday afternoon for the city's annual Flag Day Parade.

The closures are scheduled to begin at noon in the Erb Park area on the city's north side:

• E. Wisconsin Avenue (between N. Oneida Street and N. Drew Street)
• E. Glendale Avenue (between N. Oneida Street and N. Drew Street)
• N. Morrison Street (between E. Wisconsin Avenue and N. Drew Street)
• N. Drew Street (between E. Wisconsin Avenue and E. Glendale Avenue)
• E. Parkway Boulevard (between N. Oneida Street and N. Morrison Street)
• E. Roosevelt Street (between N. Oneida Street and N. Durkee Street)
• E. Circle Street (between N. Morrison Street and N. Durkee Street)
• E. Brewster Street (between N. Oneida Street and N. Drew Street)
• E. Randall Street (between N. Oneida Street and N. Drew Street)

At 1:15 p.m., road closures move closer to downtown, with cross traffic also affected along the following streets:

• W. Wisconsin Avenue (between N. Richmond Street and N. Drew Street)
• N. State Street (between W. Wisconsin Avenue and W. College Avenue)
• College Avenue (between Richmond/Memorial and Lawe Street)

After the 2 p.m. parade, units gather at City Park, where participants are picked up and floats are torn down. Roads in the area will have a higher-than-usual amount of traffic until about 5 p.m.:

• E. Franklin Street
• N. Union Street
• E. North Street
• E. Eldorado Street
• N. Bateman Street
• E. Pacific Street

Drivers can bypass the downtown area using W. Prospect Avenue, S. Memorial Drive and S. Oneida Street. Those coming to the parade from the south will have access to parking ramps outh of College Avenue.

Police also remind parade attendees of the following rules and guidelines:

• No alcoholic beverage carry-ins allowed at the events
• No glass containers allowed
• No animals are allowed at special events
• Pedestrians must obey all traffic laws at intersections around the event
• Individuals consuming alcoholic beverages should plan a safe ride home.
• Extra patrols will be out during and after the events to help ensure a safe time for all.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - Police in Green Bay have released images of the suspect in a Tuesday night armed robbery.

Authorities say they were called around 11:26 p.m. to the Speedway Convenience Store at 1668 E. Mason Street.

The suspect got away on foot with an undetermined amount of cash.

The suspect is described as a light-skinned man with a short and stocky build. He is about 5'3" and 200 pounds.

He was dressed in all black, wearing gloves and a black ski mask.

Anyone with any information is encouraged to call Green Bay Police at (920) 448-3208. You can also call Crime Stoppers at (920) 432-STOP and be eligible for a cash reward.

TOWN OF ABRAMS, WI (WTAQ) - The Oconto County Sheriff's Department has released surveillance images of two suspects believed to be involved in a robbery at Pine Acres Golf Course.

Authorities say it happened May 26 between the hours of 12 a.m. and 1 a.m. in the Town of Abrams. That happened five days before a May 31 incident where an Oconto County sheriff's deputy was shot at.

Two people, a man and a woman, were seen on camera inside the club house. Both had long sleeves and long pants on. The man had something covering his face. The woman is wearing a backpack-type bag with a single shoulder strap.

Deputies say right now they don't have evidence linking the robbery and the shooting incident, although both happened at the same location.

If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please contact the Oconto County Sheriff's Office at (920) 834-6933.

HOUGHTON, MI (WTAQ) - An inmate who escaped from a jail in Upper Michigan and once spotted in Green Bay has been arrested in Costa Rica.

WLUC-TV reports that officials in the U.P. are working to extradite John Wesley Saatio back to the U.S.

The 34-year-old escaped from the Houghton County Jail while he was being returned from a court hearing on June 19, 2015. Saatio was spotted in Green Bay the next day, and Brown County sheriff's officials also investigated a report that he had been seen in the Flintville area of Suamico on June 23.

Saatio is charged with home invasion, destruction of police property and a probation violation. He's also a registered sex offender. Saatio is accused of breaking into a Franklin Township home in May 2015.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - Green Bay police are in preparation mode for the campaign visit featuring presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton and President Obama.

While the location and time are still not known, Police Chief Andrew Smith tells WTAQ's Melissa Barclay about preparing to help out with security for the event on Wednesday.

UNDATED (WTAQ) - Strong to severe thunderstorms moving through northeast Wisconsin Friday evening led to some downed tree branches and power lines.

A tornado warning was issued for a short time in Outagamie County.

Crews from both Wisconsin Public Service and We Energies have been working on cleaning up downed branches and restoring power.

WPS officials urge people to stay away from downed power lines and debris. They also say it could take through Sunday to restore power to all of those who are currently without.

• Keep track of current power outages through Wisconsin Public Service
• Keep track of current power outages through We Energies

TOWN OF LEDGEVIEW, WI (WTAQ) - Brown County Sheriffs are investigating a hit-and-run which left one person with head and neck injuries that are significant but not life threating.  

It happened around 1:45 a.m. Saturday on Dickenson Road just east of Angel's Path in the Town of Ledgeview.  

The run vehicle is described as a white late 90's early 2000's full size pickup truck w/an ATV in the bed with the tailgate down.

This vehicle was likely in the De Pere area Friday night and will have moderate front end damage with greyish paint on it. Sheriff's officials do not believe it was leaking fluids.  

Anyone with info is asked to call the Brown County Sheriff's Office at (920) 448-4200 or Crime Stoppers (920) 432-7867 anonymously.

APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - A murder investigation is underway in Appleton after police were called to a home early Saturday.

Officers say it happened at 159 Foster Court at 2:44 a.m.

According to police, a 43-year-old man was found with gunshot wounds. He was rushed to a hospital, where he later died.

Police say a woman was also taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. She has since been released.

Two men are being sought by police in connection with the case. They're identified as 19-year-old Jorge Luis Zendajas-Cano and 21-year-old Miguel Zendajas-Cano. Both may be armed.

Investigators are also looking for a blue, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, license plat 496UCD.

Police say the individuals should not be approached, instead they urge you to contact local law enforcement or call 911.

Anyone with any information on the individuals is asked to contact Sgt. Chad Probst at (920) 832-5536.

APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - A suspect in an Appleton burglary had to be rescued by several police agencies after jumping into the Fox River trying to get away.

Appleton police were called to a home in the 1700 block of W. Reid Drive for a burglary in progress. Witnesses told officers that they saw smashed out windows at the home.

The suspect ran from the backdoor of the home and headed for the Fox River, police say.

Officers were able to find the man, but then he jumped into the Fox River.

The suspect, identified as a 26-year-old homeless man, was pulled from the water near Lutz Park and took him to a hospital to be checked out. He was then taken into custody.

He's being held in the Outagamie County jail on a warrant charge.

The Appleton Police Department is continuing its investigation into the burglary.

SISTER BAY, WI (WTAQ) - The fourth annual Sister Bay Goat Parade, to overuse a popular phrase, is a tradition unlike any other.

The main attraction for Saturday's event was the goat procession to Al Johnson's Swedish Restaurant, featuring about two dozen goats.

"Every year, it's been more goats. And the herd gets a little larger; our herd gets a little bit larger. Goat herders, and goat farmers in the immediate area bring their goats and we march them down Main Street, to the roof," Rolf Johnson, son of founder Al Johnson, told FOX 11.

Visitors to this summertime event numbered in the hundreds, and they came from all around.

"We just wanted to see. We came up here to Al Johnson's several times, and we just wanted to watch them bring in the goats," said Kevin Hoyland, Iowa City, Iowa.

"The goat parade was awesome. What was cool about it? Well of course, seeing the goats. We brought the whole family out. So that was wonderful," said George Jumes, Appleton.

"Quite interesting. Just not something we normally see in Sarasota, Florida, we just came from. It's quite cool though," said Michael Mrazik, Sarasota, Florida.

A new twist this year is that Goat Fest opened in a Swedish beer garden next door, featuring music, food and more.

"We moved an authentic Scandinavian building onto the site," said Johnson. "I think anytime you can bring people together with animals, it's incredibly therapeutic, first and foremost. But it's also fun. And that's what it's all about."

The goats have been a tourist attraction on Al Johnson's roof since 1973.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - Fifty people are dead and more than 50 more are injured in what's become the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history.

The tragedy in Orlando is being felt here in Green Bay, as people are talking about the incident.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - The Islamic Society of Wisconsin is speaking out after the horrific terror attack on an Orlando night club that killed at least 50 people and more than 50 were wounded.

Hamayun Mian is with the society and says this violence is not acceptable.

"Islamically, I can tell you that any kind of innocent life killing like that, is not permissible. So we do not support it, we do not support any organization that supports it."

Mian has lived in the Green Bay area for 10 years and says he has a good relationship with individuals and the community.

"We work with the authorities well, and we work with doing a lot of bridge-building in the community, so we try to do our effort for what we can."

However, Mian says you can't foresee people's behavior.

"You can't predict if you have some minorities wanting to take action, you know, there's nothing you can do."

The FBI says Orlando nightclub gunman, Omar Mateen, called 9-1-1 and swore allegiance to ISIS before opening fire.

This event is being called the worst mass shooting in U.S. history.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) -  Due to the mass shooting in Orlando, the Clinton campaign has postponed a trip to Green Bay.

"Because of the tragic attack, the June 15 Hillary for America campaign event with President Obama will be postponed," the campaign said in a statement.

The campaign stop would've been the first time Clinton and Mr. Obama would've appeared together on the campaign trail. 

A campaign spokesman says the visit will be rescheduled for a later date.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - People all around the nation and right here in Green Bay are having a difficult time wrapping their head around the horrific terror attack at Orlando's Pulse nightclub, especially the gay community.

Bob Carriveau is a patron at the Napalese Lounge on Cedar Street and says after hearing the news Sunday he wasn't sure what to think about the gunman.

"His parents were from Afghanistan, if it was an ISIS type of thing, but then I thought well, in a gay club...anti-gay, and then it was Latino night that night; one of those three things or a combination of it."

Carriveau says he can't imagine something like that happening here.

"But it's still a possibility. You never know where you're at, if some of these people will come out of the woodwork."

WTAQ also reached out to the XS Nightclub in Green Bay. General Manager Robert Heinritz, said in a statement:

"We fully support the victims, family, friends and those who are affected by this act of terrorism. During this month of celebration of pride for the LGBT community it is truly heartening to see so many Americans giving their support, aid and comfort to those in need during this dark time. In addition, we would like to express how very proud and thankful we are for the first responders in Orlando, here in Green Bay, and all over this country for the amazing bravery, courage and compassion they show whenever incidents like this arise in our country."

The FBI says nightclub gunman Omar Mateen called 9-1-1 and swore allegiance to ISIS before opening fire.

At least 50 people were killed and more than 50 were wounded in the worst mass shooting in U.S. history. 

ISIS is claiming responsibility for the attack.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - The status of your health is sometimes a hard topic to talk about, especially for men.

That's why Prevea has collaborated with the Automobile Gallery in downtown Green Bay to host a special event called "Prevea Pit Stop for Men's Health."

Prevea Health President and CEO Dr. Ashok Rai says there are many issues men need to watch for as they age.

"Whether it's your own weight loss, risk for heart disease or what you need to do for your knees or hips as you get older, right down to the health of your prostate."

Dr. Rai is excited about this event during National Men's Health Week.

"It's an opportunity for us to educate the community, have a little bit of fun and get men motivated to do something about their own health."

The free event is Thursday, June 16, 2016 from 4:30-8p.m. at 400 S. Adams Street with a special guest appearance by John Kuhn.

Registration is required with a limit of around 300 guests.

Find more details and sign up at www.prevea.com.

FOND DU LAC, WI (WTAQ) - A Fond du Lac County jury trial begins today for the 62-year-old Kenosha man suspected of killing 18-year-old Berit Beck in 1990.  

Brantner is being held in the County Jail on a $1 million cash bond on a 1st degree murder charge.

In July of 1990 Beck stopped in Fond du Lac on her way to a computer seminar for work.

Her van was found in a parking lot and six weeks later her body was found in a ditch outside of Waupun.

Brantner’s fingerprints were allegedly found in her van.

Three weeks have been set aside for the murder trial.

APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - Police in Appleton are releasing more information into the murder of a man on Saturday.

Police have identified the victim as 43-year-old Jose Gil-Leon. His daughter, 24-year-old Lidia A. Gil was shot and wounded during the incident as well. She was released from the hospital on Saturday.

The call came in around 2:45 a.m. Saturday to 159 Foster Court where both father and daughter lived. Police say other people were there at the time of the shooting.

The Appleton Police Department have issued arrest warrants nationwide for two brothers, 29-year-old Jorge Luis Zendejas-Cano and 31-year-old Miguel Zendejas-Cano. Both are considered suspects in the shooting. 

On Sunday, police were notified that a vehicle believed to be used in connection with the homicide crossed the border into Mexico at Laredo, Texas. Authorities say its unknown who was in the vehicle. 

Meanwhile, police are now looking for 20-year-old Alejandro Cano, who they think was at the house at the time of the shooting and was a witness.

Anyone with information is asked to call Sgt. Chad Probst at (920) 832-5536. Anonymous tips may be left by sending a text message to 274637 with the keyword APDTIPS at the beginning of the message.

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - Questions continue following Sunday's massacre at a gay nightclub in Orlando, which saw at least fifty people killed, including the gunman, and dozens more injured.

29 year old Omar Mateen has been called by ISIS as one of their operatives in the U.S., however the Florida resident was legally allowed to obtain weapons, and was never charged with a crime.

Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson sits on the U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security.

"We can talk about all these things, we can look at other potential solutions, but until we recognize that it's Islamic terror that inspiring this, it's a real and growing threat."

Johnson says taking away or restricting personal freedoms isn't the answer.

"If you want to slaughter somebody, you can choose a number of different methods. I don't want to be putting any ideas in terrorist's heads, but let's face it...the root cause is the ideology."

Johnson says it's easy to second guess decisions not to keep Mateen on a closer security watch after he passed security checks on two seperate occasions.