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CBS News
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Western Wisconsin crash closes down part of Interstate 94 in Dunn County; 1 injured
A crash involving two commercial vehicles in western Wisconsin Monday morning has closed down part of Interstate 94. The Wisconsin State Patrol says a commercial vehicle motorist was driving slowly on the shoulder of eastbound I-94 in Dunn County, near Menomonie, around 11 a.m. when it was struck from behind by another commercial vehicle. One of the vehicles then caught fire. A passenger in one of the vehicles reported minor injuries, though it's unknown how many people were in each vehicle. Both vehicles were seriously damaged, according to the state patrol. As of 2 p.m., all lanes on eastbound I-94 in the area of the crash are closed, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, and motorists are being rerouted.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Voter record maintenance notices were sent out in Wisconsin. What you need to know if you got one.
MADISON – The Wisconsin Elections Commission sent out postcards on June 13 to all Wisconsin registered voters who have not voted in the last four years. Voters must respond to the postcard by July 15, 2025, to stay registered to vote in Wisconsin. Here's what you need to know about the Wisconsin Elections Commission's effort to keep the voter rolls updated: State law requires the Wisconsin Elections Commission to mail out notices to all voters who have been registered to vote for the past four years but have not voted by the June following a general election. The notice informs that voters' registrations will be deactivated unless they request continuation of their registration within 30 days. If the notice is returned as undeliverable or if the voter does not respond within 30 days, WEC will deactivate the voter's registration in the statewide voter registration system. Deactivated voters do not appear on the poll list on Election Day and must re-register to vote again. If you received a postcard identified as a "NOTICE OF VOTER REGISTRATION SUSPENSION," and you are still eligible to be registered to vote in Wisconsin, you can: Update your voter information on or via a paper registration form mailed or delivered to your local clerk if either your address or name has changed Sign and return the card to your local clerk if your address or name hasn't changed More information can be found here. Voter requirements vary by state. In Wisconsin, voters need: A photo ID, such as: A Wisconsin DOT issued Driver License (or receipt). A Wisconsin DOT issued Identification Card (or receipt). A military ID. A Native American tribal ID. A university-issued voter ID. A veteran's ID card issued by the Veterans Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. A certificate of naturalization issued at least two years before the date of the election. Wisconsin has same-day voter registration, meaning voters can register on election day at their assigned polling place. To register to vote, you'll need to bring proof of address and a valid photo ID. Want to register to vote ahead of election day? You can do so on the MyVote Wisconsin website. WEC is required by state law to post voter record maintenance statistics on the agency website. In 2023, Wisconsin sent out 116,051 notices, according to WEC. Of the notices sent out: 7,469 (6.4%) of the notices sent out were returned requesting continuation of registration. 77,726 (67%) voters did not respond to the notice. 108,378 (93.4%) voters mailed a notice that their registration status changed from eligible to ineligible. Anna Kleiber can be reached at akleiber@ This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: What to know about Wisconsin voter record maintenance postcards
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
I-794 Lake Interchange Study; WisDOT holding public update meeting
The Brief Rebuild a raised freeway or something at ground level. That's the debate the Wisconsin Department of Transportation wants you to weigh in on. The department is hosting a meeting on Thursday evening for anyone looking to learn the latest on I-794 Lake Interchange Study. MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will provide an update on the I-794 Lake Interchange Study on Thursday evening. They're debating whether to re-build a raised freeway or build something at ground level. What we know The elevated freeway is roughly 55 years old. The Wisconsin DOT says more than 70,000 drivers travel on the interchange every day. The meeting is an opportunity for the public to learn the latest about the study, understand the process, preview the defined alternatives and engage with WisDOT staff and representatives. The meeting will be held from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Milwaukee Marriott Downtown. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android The alternatives advancing include options from each concept group: No Build, Replace in Kind, Freeway Removal and Freeway Improvement. Later this year, WisDOT, in collaboration with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), plans to issue a Notice of Intent (NOI) to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News During this process, WisDOT will host a series of public involvement meetings to share additional details of the alternatives, and provide detailed findings on traffic, multimodal accommodations and other analyses, and gather public feedback. Additional information about the I-794 Lake Interchange. What you can do The study can be found on the study website at The Source The information in this post was provided by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Wisconsin drivers were in 17,000 deer crashes in 2024. Where did most of the crashes occur?
Drivers should remain vigilant against deer on roadways this spring as crashes typically increase this time of year, warned the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Deer crash numbers usually increase in May and June in Wisconsin as does look for a place to give birth. "Deer can be erratic and hard to spot, so it's important that drivers are looking ahead and paying close attention to the sides of the road," said Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Tim Carnahan in a statement. In 2024, there were more than 17,000 deer related crashes, according to the DOT. Among those crashes, nine people were killed, and 708 were injured. Wisconsin has an estimated population of about 1.8 million deer, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Most deer-related crashes occur in areas with higher deer populations along with high traffic, according to the DOT. Here's how to avoid deer-related crashes this spring in Wisconsin, plus what to do if you do hit a deer, according to the DOT. Waukesha - 937 Washington - 798 St. Croix - 791 Dane - 770 Sheboygan - 763 Fond du lac - 683 Outagamie - 666 Manitowoc - 645 Walworth - 550 Winnebago – 532 Votes are in: Road America race ranks among top 10 again, according to USA TODAY readers Award-winning event: EAA AirVenture Oshkosh named among best air shows in USA TODAY 10Best list In general, best practices include always wearing a seat belt, driving slowly and carefully through forested areas, and being vigilant in the early morning and evening when deer are most active. Here are some additional tips from the Wisconsin DNR: If you notice a deer in your headlights, don't expect it to dart away. Headlights can confuse a deer and lead the animal to freeze in place. Instead, brake firmly when you notice the deer. A long honk of your vehicle can sometimes frighten the deer to run away. If a collision is unavoidable, brake and stay in your lane. Do not swerve, as this can confuse the deer as to where it should run and lead to you losing control of your vehicle. If you are on a motorcycle, slow down, brake firmly and then swerve if necessary, to avoid hitting the deer. Try to stay within your lane if possible, to avoid hitting other objects or vehicles. If you see one deer, watch for more. Deer seldom run alone. If you do end up hitting an animal, there are a few steps you should take, according to the DNR. These steps are specifically for deer-related crashes: If remains are on the shoulder of the highway or off the busy portion of the roadway, contact your local county sheriff. Here are the numbers to call for killed deer pick-up in each Wisconsin county. If possible, get your vehicle safely off the road. Stay buckled-up inside your vehicle to avoid being struck by another vehicle, particularly if you are on the highway. Be prepared to describe your precise location to law enforcement. Helpful location markers include proximity to a mile post, the lane direction, nearby exit numbers, an address or mailbox number. If the animal remains are on an active portion of a highway, call 911. These remains pose an urgent safety hazard. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Fond du Lac Sheboygan Manitowoc Winnebago counties deer-related crashes in 2024
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
There were over 17,000 deer-related crashes in Wisconsin in 2024. Where did most of the crashes occur?
Drivers should remain vigilant against deer on roadways this spring as crashes typically increase this time of year, warned the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Deer crash numbers usually increase in May and June in Wisconsin as does look for a place to give birth. "Deer can be erratic and hard to spot, so it's important that drivers are looking ahead and paying close attention to the sides of the road," said Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Tim Carnahan in a statement. In 2024, there were more than 17,000 deer related crashes, according to the DOT. Among those crashes, nine people were killed, and 708 were injured. Wisconsin has an estimated population of about 1.8 million deer, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Most deer-related crashes occur in areas with higher deer populations along with high traffic, according to the DOT. Here's how to avoid deer-related crashes this spring in Wisconsin, plus what to do if you do hit a deer, according to the DOT. Waukesha - 937 Washington - 798 St. Croix - 791 Dane - 770 Sheboygan - 763 Fond du lac - 683 Outagamie - 666 Manitowoc - 645 Walworth - 550 Winnebago – 532 In general, best practices include always wearing a seat belt, driving slowly and carefully through forested areas, and being vigilant in the early morning and evening when deer are most active. Here are some additional tips from the Wisconsin DNR: If you notice a deer in your headlights, don't expect it to dart away. Headlights can confuse a deer and lead the animal to freeze in place. Instead, brake firmly when you notice the deer. A long honk of your vehicle can sometimes frighten the deer to run away. If a collision is unavoidable, brake and stay in your lane. Do not swerve, as this can confuse the deer as to where it should run and lead to you losing control of your vehicle. If you are on a motorcycle, slow down, brake firmly and then swerve if necessary, to avoid hitting the deer. Try to stay within your lane if possible, to avoid hitting other objects or vehicles. If you see one deer, watch for more. Deer seldom run alone. If you do end up hitting an animal, there are a few steps you should take, according to the DNR. These steps are specifically for deer-related crashes: If remains are on the shoulder of the highway or off the busy portion of the roadway, contact your local county sheriff. Here are the numbers to call for killed deer pick-up in each Wisconsin county. If possible, get your vehicle safely off the road. Stay buckled-up inside your vehicle to avoid being struck by another vehicle, particularly if you are on the highway. Be prepared to describe your precise location to law enforcement. Helpful location markers include proximity to a mile post, the lane direction, nearby exit numbers, an address or mailbox number. If the animal remains are on an active portion of a highway, call 911. These remains pose an urgent safety hazard. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Waukesha, Washington counties saw most deer-related crashes in 2024
