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July 7, 2017, 8:41 am

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MANITOWOC, WI (WTAQ) - A baseball field in Manitowoc has been damaged by fireworks that were lit on the diamond.  

Burn marks are visible on the Miracle League of the Lakeshore's Dewey Street Park in Manitowoc.

"Coaches and myself and parents have cleaned up the fireworks that were scattered across the outfield (for roughly 40 minutes before a game that was scheduled for Thursday).  I have also tried to wipe away the black marks.  I have to try another bout of it to see if we can get any more of it off."

Laura Ziemer is the league's commissioner and discusses how this might have happened. 

"The only way they could have accessed it is going over the fence.  It's a locked gate."

Ziemer has some positive news for players.

"We will be able to have all of our games and practices that happen.  The park won't have to be shut down for any reason."  

The league serves children, ages 4-19, with physical or intellectual disabilities.  

 

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July 7, 2017, 8:49 am

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OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ) - Police have identified the 36-year-old woman who was found dead in her Oshkosh residence Wednesday morning.

Officers say Trisha Baniel's body was found when they responded to a call of a deceased person in the 300 block of Bowen Street.

An autopsy was performed Thursday, but investigators say the cause of death has not yet been determined.

Toxicology results are not expected for several weeks.

Hobart 'Welcome' Signs Vandalized

July 7, 2017, 1:24 pm

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HOBART, WI (WTAQ) - Three 'welcome' signs in the Village of Hobart have been vandalized.  

Police are investigating who took purple spray paint to the signs.

The culprit appears to have painted images on some of the signs but no words. 

No damage estimate has been finalized, but village officials expect it will cost 'thousands of dollars' to repair or replace the signage. 

No arrests had been made at last word.

New Ferris Wheel Possible for Bay Beach

July 7, 2017, 1:32 pm

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GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) - A new ride could be coming to Bay Beach Amusement Park.  

Green Bay's Parks Committee is expected to consider the donation of a second Ferris wheel by the park's Friends group.  

The new, larger Ferris wheel would join the one that was installed in 1952.  

The committee meeting is scheduled for 4 pm Wednesday on the second floor of City Hall, 100 North Jefferson Street. 

Vehicle-House Crash Suspect Headed to Trial

July 7, 2017, 1:40 pm

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BROWN COUNTY, WI (WTAQ) - The 34-year-old man accused of crashing his truck into a Bellevue home last month has been ordered to stand trial.  

Ryan Fengler has waived his preliminary hearing on charges of felony Second Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety and misdemeanor Neglient Operation of a Motor Vehicle. 

He reportedly suffered significant injuries during the incident on the 2000 block of Jen Rae Road.  

Fengler's arraignment is scheduled for July 21.

Update Provided on Seized Dogs

July 7, 2017, 3:01 pm

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SHEBOYGAN COUNTY, WI (WTAQ) - Sheboygan County Sheriff's officials say the 37 dogs recovered from a former Town of Wilson kennel are on the mend.

However, during a Friday press conference, Captain Cory Roeseller said it would still be awhile until the animals are fully recovered. 

Officers seized the dogs last week, following an animal welfare investigation.

Roseller notes what officers encountered during the investigation.

"Also on the property were two large chest freezers. Located inside these chest freezers we located the decaying carcasses of 31 to 40 dogs. The freezer also appeared to not have been functioning for a long period of time."

In addition, a woman who got a dog from the kennel several years ago says the animal was malnourished, underweight and anti-social. 

The district attorney's office is reviewing charges against those involved.   

Severe Weather Hits Northeast Wisconsin

July 7, 2017, 4:13 pm

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NORTHEAST WISCONSIN (WTAQ) - Severe weather caused problems in a number of Northeast Wisconsin communities Friday evening.

A tornado warning, which expired at 6 pm, was issued for a portion of southern Manitowoc County, while multiple other local counties were part of severe thunderstorm warnings that cleared up around 6:30.

The National Weather Service says a funnel cloud was spotted ten miles northwest of Cleveland.

At last word, no tornado touch-downs were observed.

NWS also notes reports of golf ball-sized hail near Cleveland, quarter-sized hail west of Reedsville, and ping pong ball-sized hail west of Valders.

In addition, NWS says there were reports of wind damage east of Brillion and in the Reedsville area. 

Mother Charged with Beating Daughter

July 7, 2017, 5:16 pm

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BROWN COUNTY, WI (WTAQ) - A 33-year-old Green Bay woman has been accused of beating her daughter.

Autumn Gofoe faces two felony Child Abuse counts and one misdemeanor count of Disorderly Conduct.

On May 23, Gofoe allegedly became angry when she looked in her daughter's backpack and found a cell phone that she wasn't supposed to have.

Gofoe reportedly hit her daughter in the face while swearing and belittling her, punched her in the face, and kicked her repeatedly until the girl blacked out.

Prosecutors say Gofoe then tried to kick her daughter out of the house, telling her to pack only the clothes she bought herself.

Gofoe drove her daughter to multiple friends' houses.

When each stop resulted in no answer or being told the daughter could not stay, Gofoe drove them back home.

Once there, Gofoe took the girl's cell phone, recorded a video, and posted it to social media.

Fellow students brought that video to the attention of Ashwaubenon High School staff the next day.

On the same day the video was discovered, Gofoe allegedly showed up at the school, saying she wanted to shadow her daughter for the day.

When told she could not, Gofoe reportedly created a loud disturbance in the school office before leaving.

 

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Talks of Rebuilding Fuel Pipeline

July 7, 2017, 6:00 pm

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APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - One state lawmaker is looking to rebuild a fuel pipeline that used to serve Northeast Wisconsin. 

Senator Roger Roth (R-Appleton) is looking at the 110-mile West Shore pipeline, which runs from Milwaukee to Green Bay.

"We have to have a long-term solution.  To me, I see that as rebuilding the pipeline that we have."

The West Shore Pipe Line Company closed the line in June 2016 after it was determined extensive repairs were needed to fix it.

For the past year, trucks have been used to bring fuel to the area.

Roth believes rebuilding that line is better than constructing an entirely new one, which he says could cost up to $200,000,000.

Erin Roth is with the American Petroleum Institute.

"Whether it's new construction or a rebuild like the West Shore, you will have landowners and environmentalists opposed to fossil fuels making some protests against it."

He says building a brand new pipeline could take up to two years and would require multiple permits being approved.  

Senator Roth says he will meet with West Shore this coming week.

Aguilar Propels Brewers to Victory

July 8, 2017, 4:16 am

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BRONX, NEW YORK (WTAQ) - A career night for one Brewers batter led to a series-opening victory in the Bronx.

Jesus Aguilar hit a pair of long balls, a two-run shot in the fourth and a grand slam in the seventh, and knocked in seven runs in Milwaukee's 9-4 win over the Yankees Friday night.

The rookie first baseman is up to nine home runs and 34 RBI's on the season, in limited playing time.

Brewers' starter Junior Guerra's night was brought to an abrupt end by a 51-minute rain delay in the fourth inning.

Once the skies cleared, Josh Hader came in to throw three innings of one-run ball, earning the win, his first decision of the season.

The first-place Brewers improved to 49-40 on the year, notching a five-game winning streak for the first time in 2017.

Milwaukee leads the Chicago Cubs by 4 1/2 games in the National League Central.

The Yankees fell to 44-40 with the loss, sitting 4 1/2 back of Boston in the American League East.

Pinstripes' phenom Aaron Judge launched his 30th home run of the season, surpassing the franchise's rookie record set by Joe DiMaggio eight decades ago.

The two teams meet again Saturday for the second of three from Yankee Stadium.  First pitch is at 11:30 am on WTAQ.

Crews Battling Ashwaubenon Apartment Fire

July 8, 2017, 5:06 am

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ASHWAUBENON, WI (WTAQ) - Two people have been displaced by an Ashwaubenon apartment fire.

Fire officials say the Saturday morning blaze started in the basement of the Orchard Ridge apartments.

All people inside the Willard Drive complex escaped safely. 

One unit was damaged.

No word on the cause.

The Red Cross is helping those affected.  

 

Brewers Fall in Heartbreaking Fashion

July 8, 2017, 7:46 pm

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BRONX, NEW YORK (WTAQ) - Ninth inning heartbreak for the Brewers Saturday afternoon.

Closer Corey Knebel, surrendered a three-run home run to newly-promoted Clint Frazier in the bottom of the ninth as Milwaukee fell 5-3 to the New York Yankees.

The Crew jumped out to an early lead thanks to Domingo Santana's three-run shot in the top of the first.

Milwaukee got a strong start from Brent Suter, who gave up two runs on five hits in 6 1/3 innings.

However, Yankees starter Luis Severino bounced back from his struggles in the opening frame, 

Severino only allowed the three runs and struck out ten batters over seven quality innings.

Brewers hitters struggled making contact all day, fanning a combined 15 times.

Knebel dropped to 0-2 with the loss, while Yanks closer Aroldis Champman moved to 2-0 with his winning effort.

To make matters worse, Ryan Braun left the game in the bottom of the eighth with left calf tightness.

Braun has only played in 40 of Milwaukee's 90 games this season, due to various injuries.

The rubber match of the three-game set is Sunday afternoon, with Jimmy Nelson (7-4) facing Masahiro Tanaka (7-7).

Coverage begins at 11:30 am on WTAQ (97.5 FM, 1360 AM)

One Killed in Kewaunee County Crash

July 8, 2017, 8:06 pm

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LINCOLN, WI (WTAQ) - One person has died in a single-vehicle crash in Kewaunee County.

Sheriff's officials say the accident happened at the intersections of Highways C and K in the Town of Lincoln around 10:30 am Saturday.

Investigators believe the vehicle was southbound on Highway C when it left the road, went into a field, traveled through the field, and struck a ditch.

The passenger was killed, while the driver was taken to the hospital wih serious injuries.

Alcohol and drugs are not believed to have been factors in the accident.

No names have been released as the crash remains under investigation.

Brewers Riding High Into All-Star Break

July 9, 2017, 3:27 pm

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BRONX, NEW YORK (WTAQ) - The Brewers have ended the unofficial first half of the season on a high note.

Milwaukee beat the New York Yankees 5-3 Sunday, taking two of three in the weekend set.

For a second straight day, the Crew jumped out to an early lead.

Travis Shaw hit a three-run home run in the top of the first.

Steven Vogt added a solo shot in the second to extend Milwaukee's lead to 4-0.

The Yankees got three back in the bottom of the fourth, but the Brewers quickly responded with a run of their own the next inning.

Milwaukee's bullpen delivered a strong collective performance, surrendering just one hit in four scoreless frames.

Jimmy Nelson improved to 8-4 with the win, Masahiro Tanaka dropped to 7-8 in a losing effort, and Corey Knebel bounced back from a rough Saturday, picking up his 14th save of the season.

The Brewers head into the all-star break at 50-41, 5 1/2 games ahead of the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals, who are tied for second place in the National League Central.

Milwaukee is back in action Friday, when they host Philadelphia for the first of three.  That game can be heard on WTAQ, 97.5 FM and 1360 AM, at 6:35 pm.

 

New Chairman Elected for Oneida Nation

July 9, 2017, 3:40 pm

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ONEIDA, WI (WTAQ) - The Oneida Nation has a new Business Committee chairman.

Ron "Tehassi" Hill has been elected to a three-year term.

Hill replaces Tina Danforth, who did not seek re-election.

Also, Brandon Yellowbird Stevens was elected as the new vice chairman, while Treasurer Trish King, Secretary Debra Powless, and Council Members Jenny Webster and David Jordan were all re-elected.

Anyone who wishes to challenge the election results can do so during a ten-day window.

Otherwise, Hill is expected to accept the results on August 9 and be sworn in the following day.

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Homemade Explosives Reported in Appleton

July 9, 2017, 3:46 pm

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APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) - Appleton Police have been receiving reports of extremely loud detonations in one northside neighborhood.

Officers say the incidents have mostly happened in the evening hours, in a subdivision near Appleton North High School.

Early Sunday morning, police say a home in the 1300 block of Wyndmere Drive sustained property damage at the hands of a homemade explosive device that appears to have been made, in part, from a prescription pill bottle.

It exploded, damaging the home's front door and a lawn ornament near the front porch.

Appleton Police warns that these devices can lead to serious injuries or deaths and note felony charges can be filed against those who use them.

Investigators continue to look into the matter and urge parents to look for indicators that their kids may be involved in this activity and to put a stop to it immediately.

Two Injured in Sheboygan County Rollover

July 9, 2017, 3:55 pm

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SHERMAN, WI (WTAQ) - Two people have been taken to the hospital following a single-vehicle rollover crash in Sheboygan County.

Sheriff's officials say the accident happened Sunday at 11:57 am on Highway 57, south of Highway D, in the Town of Sherman.

Investigators believe the vehicle lost control, exited the west side of the road, struck a traffic sign and utility pole, and came to rest on its roof.

The driver, 46-year-old Corey Shaver of Sheboygan, had to be removed from the vehicle by first responders and was flown to the hospital with serious injuries.

Shaver's passenger, 34-year-old Jason Baysinger of Plymouth, was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The accident remains under investigation, and citations could be issued.   

Crash Temporarily Closes Stretch of I-41

July 9, 2017, 4:00 pm

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NEENAH, WI (WTAQ) - A stretch of I-41 southbound in Winnebago County was closed for almost an hour following a two-vehicle crash.

Sheriff's officials say the accident happened late Sunday morning and temporarily shut down two lanes of traffic near County Road II.

Investigators believe one vehicle, driving southbound in the center lane, hit the driver's side of another vehicle that was heading in the same direction.

The impact caused the vehicle to rollover.

Nobody was injured in the crash.

All those involved were evaluated at the scene but refused transport.

 

Housing Authority Busy Making Fraud Collections

July 10, 2017, 12:00 am

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BROWN COUNTY, WI (WTAQ) - One Brown County department has already exceeded the amount it budgeted for fraud collections this year.

Robyn Hallet is the county's Housing Authority administrator and notes the fraud comes from participants in the Housing Choice Voucher Program.

"We've already, as of May, met our goal for the entire year of the amount of money that we budgeted to be able to recoup."

She says that figure is north of $90,000.

Hallet notes the county started more actively pursuing claims in 2007.

"The total recovered was $859,000.  We've had a total of 571 cases."

Hallet explains reasons these cases have been pursued in small claims court, or through the DA's office in more serious instances.

"One of the most common ones is unreported household members.  We have a regulation that families cannot have additional people staying with them for more than 14 consecutive days or more than 30 days in a year's time.  Also, moving without notifying us in advance, failing to comply with income or household change requirements, failure to provide us with required documentation." 

The Housing Choice Voucher program is a federal effort that assists low-income families, the elderly, and disabled persons in finding decent housing.  It is managed by local public housing authorities.

Participants are allowed to choose what private rental unit they would like to live in, with income determining how much of the rent is covered by the government.  

Once a small-claims judgement is entered, former program paricipants are barred nationwide from re-entering the program until that judgement is satisfied.

Fire Claims Two Lives

July 10, 2017, 3:15 am

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SUAMICO, WI (WTAQ) - Officials say two people died in a Suamico house fire late Sunday night.

Firefighters from the Howard and Suamico Fire Departments were called to 1602 Woodsdale Avenue around midnight.

Both of the victims tried to make it out of the house. One was found outside and the other near a door.

Fire Chief Todd Noe notes "The medical examiner came and took custody of the bodies to do their portion of the investigation.  At this point, I do not have confirmation on names or ages of the two victims."  

The home is a total loss. Part of the roof collapsed.

"At this point, we're still trying to clean up the fire scene itself and get our stuff back together.  The Brown County Fire Investigative Team and the state Fire Marshal is handling the investigation at this point.  We did call them in after we found two deceased persons.  Per state code, we have to notify the Fire Marshal's office.  They came in and took over the investigation." 

About 50 firefighters battled the blaze.

No word yet on the fire's cause or origin, but investigators have started the process of piecing together what happend.

"The fire is still under investigation.  However, nothing at this point looks suspicious."