Morning Headlines - Wednesday, May 7, 2025

The latest U.S., World, and Wisconsin news, plus today’s Meme of the Day!

Wisconsin DNR Warns Of Elevated Fire Danger As 658 Wildfires Burn Over 2,200 Acres In Wisconsin

Ackley Fires Threaten 10 Structures; Burn Permits Suspended in 30 Counties Amid High Fire Risk.

10-Year-Old Critically Injured After Being Struck By Vehicle In Osceola

Juvenile Airlifted for Medical Treatment; Crash Remains Under Investigation by Osceola Police and Wisconsin State Patrol.

Wisconsin Man Charged With Possession Of Child Sexual Abuse Materials In Sawyer County

CyberTip Led To Arrest of Winter, WI Man; Forensic Exam Of Phones Led To Felony Charges.

WATCH: Sheriff Fitzgerald Opens Up About Retirement, Future Plans On ‘Positive Tuesday’ Episode

Longtime Barron County Sheriff discusses retirement plans during heartfelt podcast episode.

Washburn County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - May 6, 2025

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Washburn County Sheriff's Office.

Sawyer County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - May 6, 2025

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Sawyer County Sheriff's Office.

Rusk County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - May 6, 2025

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Rusk County Sheriff's Office.

Polk County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - May 6, 2025

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Burnett County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - May 6, 2025

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Burnett County Sheriff's Office.

Barron County Weekly Jail Bookings Report - May 6, 2025

This week's Jail Bookings Report from the Barron County Sheriff's Office.

Sex Offender Donald White Released Into Couderay Community

Donald White, 70, Convicted in Minnesota, Subject to Lifetime GPS Monitoring and Registry.

Morning Headlines - Tuesday, May 6, 2025

The latest U.S., World, and Wisconsin news, plus today’s Meme of the Day!

MacIver Monday - May 5, 2025

Dive into the latest analysis, investigations, and insights from the MacIver Institute shaping Wisconsin’s policy and political landscape.

Motorcyclist Dies In Crash On Hwy 65 In Polk County

Speed Believed to Be a Factor in Fatal Motorcycle Accident Near Bear Lake Drive.

Third Person Sentenced In Burnett County Drug Bust

Meth and THC Seized During Raid; Final Defendant Set for May Court Appearance.

WATCH: Josh Schoemann Joins DrydenWire Live After Launching Bid For Wisconsin Governor

Washington County Executive discusses campaign vision, leadership philosophy, and community values in exclusive 50-minute interview.

Movie Review: ‘Thunderbolts*’

'*The asterisk in the film’s title is because the MCU wants fans to call the movie something different once they’ve seen it. I’m not getting behind that nonsense.'

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Check out this week's great deals going on now thru Sunday at Schmitz's Economart!

Fatal Crash At Hwy 8 & Hwy 65 Claims Life Of Rural Luck Woman

Two-Vehicle Collision Leaves One Dead, Another Airlifted With Serious Injuries.

Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald Announces Retirement After Years Of Service

Fitzgerald to Step Down June 1, 2025; Will Join Mosaic Technologies in Public Relations Role.

Morning Headlines - Monday, May 5, 2025

The latest U.S., World, and Wisconsin news, plus today’s Meme of the Day!

Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald To Discuss Career Change On Upcoming ‘Positive Tuesday W/ Ben & Fitzy’ Episode

DrydenWire’s Weekly Show To Feature Major Update From Co-Host Fitzgerald.

Washburn County Hiring Two Service Facilitators To Support Local Children And Families

Full-time roles offer starting pay of $27.40–$30.43/hr plus excellent benefits; apply by May 2, 2025.