Storm leaves damage behind in Kewaskum
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For homeowners in Washington County plans on Sunday afternoon, Aug. 8 were dashed by the severe storms. Heavy winds brought trees and power lines down across Kewaskum.

Kewaskum severe storm split tree, knocked out power

For homeowners in Washington County plans on Sunday afternoon, Aug. 8 were dashed by the severe storms. Heavy winds brought trees and power lines down across Kewaskum.

Pandemic pet surge has veterinarians busy

The rise in pet adoptions during the COVID-19 pandemic was a great thing for the animals, but it means it has been a busy year for veterinarians.

Barton home explosion, father, son survive by 'absolute miracle'

Doctors and law enforcement agree it's a miracle a father and son are alive after a home explosion on July 23 in Washington County. They continue to recover as the family turns to the community for help, with their medical bills only expected to grow.

Hartford plane crash leaves 1 dead, 1 injured

A plane crashed in a town of Hartford, directly west of Hartford Municipal Airport, on Saturday, the Washington County Sheriff's Office said.

Slinger therapeutic horsemanship program benefits all ages

A church in Slinger has opened its ranch to the community in a unique way. Their new therapeutic horsemanship program benefits kids and adults in southeast Wisconsin.

Lightning, heavy rain near West Bend
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Intense lightning, strong winds, and heavy rain were spotted near West Bend.

Town of Barton neighbor saves man after house explosion
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When a man in the Town of Barton heard an explosion Friday night, July 23, he ran into the home without hesitation to save his elderly neighbor inside. The Washington County sheriff says he's a hero who likely saved his neighbor's life. That neighbor says it was just the right thing to do.

Washington County house explosion, neighbor saved 78-year-old man

When a man in the Town of Barton heard an explosion, he ran into the home without hesitation to save his elderly neighbor inside.

Washington County Fair comes back for 2021

It’s been two years since the Washington County Fair was last up and running, but it came back for 2021.

Silver Alert canceled: Washington County woman found safe

A statewide Silver Alert has been canceled for Washington County resident Kathleen Collins, possibly headed toward Sheboygan.

Explosion, house fire leaves two severely injured in West Bend
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A call for a home explosion came through around 8:15 p.m. Friday. In addition to the West Bend Fire Department, 13 other departments aided in the fire that left two severely injured.

Explosion, house fire near West Bend, 2 severely injured

A house fire near West Bend in the town of Barton on Friday prompted at least nine fire departments to respond.

Fatal motorcycle crash in Richfield

Deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office along with members of the Richfield Fire Department responded to the scene of a motorcycle crash on Hubertus Road in the Village of Richfield. The crash happened around 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 18.

Slinger police seek theft suspects

Police are asking for the public's help to identify two persons suspected of theft at the Ace Hardware in Slinger.

Washington County OWI, speeding driver had kids in car: officials

A New London man was arrested for OWI in Washington County, allegedly speeding on Interstate 41 near Allenton with three kids in the car.

Silver Alert canceled: West Bend man found safe

A Silver Alert was canceled after a 76-year-old West Bend man missing since Sunday evening, July 4 was found safe.

Waste Management hiring, starting pay $15.75 an hour

Waste Management will be hosting a job fair Thursday, July 1 -- and offering starting pay is $15.75 an hour.