Category: Wisconsin

Teenager Charged in Wisconsin Shootings to Face Judge for Alleged Bond Violations

A teenager charged with fatally shooting two people during protests in Wisconsin last August will go before a judge on Thursday after prosecutors said he should be re-arrested for allegedly violating conditions of his $2 million bond. Prosecutors accuse Kyle Rittenhouse, 18, of violating his bond terms by not informing the court of his address….


Judge Sets Bail Hearing for Kyle Rittenhouse Next Week

MADISON, Wis.—A judge will hold a hearing next week on whether to arrest or increase bail for an 18-year-old from Illinois accused of opening fire during a police brutality protest in Wisconsin after he allegedly failed to update his address with the court. Judge Bruce Schroeder on Friday scheduled the hearing for Thursday afternoon for…


Wisconsin Governor Issues New Mask Mandate Right After State Legislature Repeals Previous Order

MADISON, Wis.—Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers issued a new statewide mask order on Thursday, an hour after the Republican-controlled Legislature voted to repeal his previous mandate saying he didn’t have authority to make such a decree. Evers and the Legislature have been at odds throughout the pandemic but the latest moves created an unprecedented level of…


2 Dead in Wisconsin Home Invasion Shootout: Police

Two people died Wednesday following a home invasion in the town of Kewaskum, Wisconsin, authorities said.


Wisconsin Man Charged for Assaulting Police Officer During Kenosha Riots

A Wisconsin man accused of assaulting a police officer during the Kenosha riots following the police-involved shooting of Jacob Blake in August last year has been indicted on two federal counts. Ashton Howard, 27, of Kenosha has been charged with obstructing a law enforcement officer during a civil disorder and unlawful transport of firearms as…


NTD News Today Full Broadcast (Jan. 27)

President Joe Biden announces the federal government will purchase millions more vaccine doses in a bid to curb the CCP virus. Wisconsin lawmakers decide whether to repeal a statewide mask mandate. And 200 House Republicans say they want to keep a law that prevents Medicaid funding from paying for abortions.


Wisconsin Senate Votes to Repeal Governor’s Statewide Mask Mandate

The GOP-controlled Wisconsin Senate on Jan. 26 voted to repeal the statewide mask mandate put in place by Gov. Tony Evers as part of measures to curb the transmission of the CCP virus. In a 18-3 vote, the Senate voted in favor of repealing the emergency declaration that allowed Evers, a Democrat, to issue the…


No Charges Filed Against Wisconsin Officer Who Shot Jacob Blake: DA

A Kenosha police officer will not face charges in the August shooting of Jacob Blake, said the Kenosha County District Attorney on Tuesday. District Attorney Michael Graveley on Tuesday made the announcement at a press conference, saying he would not recommend charges against Kenosha Police Officer Rusten Sheskey. After was Blake was shot, the incident…


Wisconsin Governor Mobilizes National Guards in Kenosha Ahead of Jacob Blake Decision

About 500 Wisconsin National Guard troops have been called to active duty in an effort to stem potential violence in Kenosha, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday. The mobilized Guard troops may only be used to assist local law enforcement, protect key infrastructure and institutions, and to support first responders such as the Kenosha Fire Department,…


Wisconsin Governor Mobilizes National Guard in Kenosha Ahead of Jacob Blake Decision

About 500 Wisconsin National Guard troops have been called to active duty in an effort to stem potential violence in Kenosha, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday. The mobilized Guard may only be used to assist local law enforcement, protect key infrastructure and institutions, and to support first responders such as the Kenosha Fire Department, Evers…