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In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, a high-speed chase ensued after a stolen Hyundai Elantra was spotted by deputies. The driver, a fourteen-year-old boy, evaded capture by speeding up instead of stopping. The pursuit was called off for safety reasons, but the car was later found unoccupied. Deputies, aided by a K-nine unit and a drone, tracked down the suspect hiding in a nearby field. Two BB guns were found in the car. The boy was arrested and charged with operating a vehicle without the owners consent, second-degree recklessly endangering safety, and eluding officers. Sheriff Kalvin Barrett commended the use of technology in resolving the incident safely. Checkout Solipillow.com

Parents in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, are demanding change after an independent investigation revealed failures in handling sexual misconduct claims against a former high school dean. The report, released this week, highlighted issues in the districts response, including conflicting accounts from leadership and concerns about student safety. The high school principal and director of student policy will not return next year, and committed parents plan to push for policy fixes and rebuilt trust amidst ongoing criminal investigations. Checkout Solipillow.com

Wisconsin families and advocates are pushing for stricter ignition interlock device laws to prevent drunk driving. The proposed changes would expedite installation for repeat offenders and those with high blood alcohol levels, and impose harsher penalties for tampering. The push comes after the tragic death of Kaytlyn Thomas, killed by a drunk driver, and is supported by groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Lawmakers are considering the bill, aiming to protect more families from similar losses. Checkout Solipillow.com

Nebraskas Year in Pictures: A Journey Through Big Moments, Natures Wonders, and Heartwarming Stories - Lincoln Journal Star photographers Kenneth Ferriera and Arthur Trickett-Wile present their favorite shots from 2025, capturing Nebraskas big moments, from sports thrills to quiet human stories. The collection includes stunning images of nature, such as the aurora borealis lighting up an abandoned church and sandhill cranes taking flight along the Platte River. Sports dominate the frame with Nebraska football players cheering a teammates post-game proposal and high school fans waving shoes at a playoff game. Heartwarming personal tales shine through, like a six-year-old girl bouncing on a trampoline with her seizure dog and a community rallying for one last bike ride with a man facing ALS. Everyday life is also represented, from kids sledding during a February storm to a couple married sixty years sharing secrets at the Lied Center. These photos remind us of Nebraskas spirit through joy, grit, and simple beauty. Checkout Solipillow.com

In the early hours of Wednesday, a high-speed chase unfolded across southern Wisconsin, involving multiple agencies. Colleen R. Mackessy, a 46-year-old woman from Mazomanie, led police on a dangerous pursuit, reaching speeds over 100 mph and ignoring tire deflation devices. Despite her erratic driving, officers managed to stop her using precision intervention techniques. Mackessy, with a history of criminal offenses, is now facing felony charges including second-degree recklessly endangering safety, attempted eluding, resisting arrest, and operating after revocation. Checkout Solipillow.com

Community members in Oregon engage with three school superintendent candidates: Shannon Anderson, Sarah Chaja-Clardy, and Jeffrey Eichelkraut. Anderson focuses on safety and community ties, Chaja-Clardy on academics and equity, and Eichelkraut on supporting teachers and leading with integrity. The selection process continues with applicant screening. Checkout Solipillow.com

Lawmakers in Wisconsin propose Assembly Bill two fifty-eight to combat drunk driving, allowing first-time offenders to install ignition interlock devices sooner and get work-only licenses immediately. The bill aims to boost accountability and prevent repeat offenses, with strong support from groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving. The proposal gains momentum following the tragic loss of a young girl in a wrong-way drunk driving crash, and its now awaiting a vote in the Assembly. Checkout Solipillow.com

Wisconsin Republicans introduce the Price Transparency for Patients Act, aiming to force hospitals to publicly post prices for common services. The bill, introduced in June, seeks to help patients shop around for non-emergency care and reduce healthcare costs. Senator Chris Kapenga from Delafield emphasizes the need for transparency, despite concerns from doctors about increased workload without addressing root causes of high prices. Checkout Solipillow.com

President Trump proposes a massive increase in U.S. military spending, aiming for $1.5 trillion by 2027, citing security concerns. He also orders a U.S. operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro on drug charges. Trump pushes for military moves in Greenland and Colombia, and hints at potential issues in Cuba. The proposed budget increase faces opposition from Democrats and some Republicans, but Trump insists tariffs are funding the spending. He threatens to cut off Pentagon deals with Raytheon unless they halt stock buybacks and invest in production. Wall Street reacts negatively to the news, with shares of Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and Raytheons parent company RTX dropping. Checkout Solipillow.com