12-year-old girl and her dog at center of Jefferson river rescue

While trying to help the girl and her dog who had fallen through the ice, two good Samaritans also fell into the frigid Rock River on Tuesday.

City of Jefferson police investigate animal hoarding incident

The City of Jefferson Police Department on Wednesday, Feb. 17 executed a search warrant at a residence regarding an animal hoarding complaint. 

Video shows pursuit prior to fatal officer-involved shooting

The Jefferson County district attorney announced Tuesday, Feb. 16 that officers were justified in the fatal shooting of Joseph Crawford last December.

Video shows pursuit prior to fatal officer-involved shooting
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The Jefferson County district attorney announced Tuesday, Feb. 16 that officers were justified in the fatal shooting of Joseph Crawford last December.

No charges filed against officers in death of Joseph Crawford-Lamal

The Jefferson County district attorney announced the actions of law enforcement officers resulting in the death of Joseph Crawford-Lamal on Dec. 9, 2020 were lawful and reasonable acts of self-defense.

Funeral held for 2 boys who died in Fort Atkinson fire

As questions remain as to what caused the fire, loved ones remember 14-year-old Bryan Perez as a hero, saying he went back to get his 4-year-old nephew.

Funeral held for 2 boys who died in Fort Atkinson fire
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As questions remain as to what caused the fire, loved ones remember 14-year-old Bryan Perez as a hero, saying he went back to get his 4-year-old nephew.

Former Jefferson Co. deputy sheriff sentenced to 2 years in prison

Former Deputy Sheriff Janelle Gericke was sentenced to two years in prison and another three years of extended supervision.

5 killed in 3 fires in 1 day in Wisconsin; 3 of them children

Three separate fatal fires in the state Saturday resulted in five people being killed; three of them children.

Officials: Palmyra building partially collapses causing gas leak

Those inside were able to exit the 60,000 square foot building on their own. Everyone who was injured was treated and released on scene.

Former Jefferson Co. sheriff's deputy sentenced to 2 years in prison
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Former Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputy Janelle Gericke was sentenced on Friday, Jan. 15 to two years in prison and another three years of extended supervision.

Former Jefferson Co. sheriff's deputy sentenced to 2 years in prison

Former Jefferson County Sheriff’s Deputy Janelle Gericke was sentenced on Friday, Jan. 15 to two years in prison and another three years of extended supervision.

Police: Missing Watertown man found dead

Brennan had left his residence in Watertown on Dec. 28 at 12 p.m. to go ice fishing by himself at an unknown location.

DOJ: Troopers fatally shoot driver after pursuit in Fort Atkinson

Law enforcement began life-saving measures, but the driver succumbed to injuries at the scene. No other people were injured during the incidents.

Have you seen it? Classic car stolen in Jefferson County

If you see the vehicle or have any information regarding the case, you're asked to call the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office at 920-674-7310.