7-19-13 bail bond hearing for three armed robbery suspects

Three men arrested but not yet charged in connection with a gas station robbery in Taycheeda are still in custody.  Bail bond hearings were held Thursday in Fond du lac County Circuit court for Alexander Noedel, Trevor Van Buren and Mathew Bingen. The three remain in the Fond du lac County Jail on $500 cash bond.  They have not yet been charged in connection with the armed robbery of the E J Mobil gas station on Winnebago Drive.  The robbery was  reported shortly after 1pm Sunday.

7-19-13 fdl police investigating strong armed robbery

Nobody was injured in a strong armed robbery in Fond du Lac.  Police say the incident happened shortly before 3pm Wednesday in the area of 5^th and Ellis Streets.  The victim, a 39 year old woman and her 63 year old mother both from Fond du lac and both wheelchair bound were traveling east bound on the south side of 5^th Street when they were approached by three white males.  One of the males grabbed the victim’s purse off her lap and took off running.  The three suspects are described as white males between 18 and 20 years of age.  Anyone with information is asked to call Fond du lac police at 906-5555.

7-19-13 milwaukee man says he shot 13 yr old boy as "justice"

MILWAUKEE (AP) — A Milwaukee man on trial for killing his 13-year-old neighbor last year says he shot the boy as "justice" because he suspected the teen had stolen weapons from him. Seventy-six-year-old John Henry Spooner declined to testify in the first half of his trial. In that phase a jury convicted him of first-degree intentional homicide. The trial advanced to a second phase to this week to determine his mental competence at the time. Spooner took the stand today against his attorney's advice.

7-19-13 body of missing toddler found in trunk of car

BALSAM LAKE, Wis. (AP) — An investigator says he wishes searchers had thought earlier of forcing open the trunk of a car where a western Wisconsin toddler was found dead. A deputy found the body of 2-year-old Isaiah Theis (teyes) in the trunk of a car at his parents' home near Centuria last night. The father repairs cars there and the vehicle belonged to a customer.

7-19-13 selling state property

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — One of Wisconsin's largest real estate developers took his interest in buying several public buildings straight to the top, writing to Gov. Scott Walker.  Records obtained by The Associated Press show developer Terrence Wall last month told Walker he was interested in buying several prominent state office buildings in Madison.  Wall wrote to Walker about the same time the state was considering a change proposed by the governor that would allow state property to be sold without bids. It passed as part of the state budget over Democrats' objections that it would open the door to political cronies cutting special deals.    Walker's spokesman, Tom Evenson, says to his knowledge no one replied to Wall's letter.

7-18-13 wfdl news sweeps associated press awards

WFDL News Awards-2012…Associated Press

First Place..     Best Enterprise Reporting for series of stories about

                          controversy surrounding the FDL County District Attorney

First Place…     Best Series Reporting for ongoing coverage of  Fond du Lac County District Attorney

First Place …    Best Continuing Coverage for best overall election coverage in 2012

First Place…     Best Hard News  for coverage of the tragic death of a Fond du Lac priest

First  Place…     Best Spot News  for coverage of downtown FDL fire

First Place…      Best Feature for story about a Fond du lac sexual assault victim who uses a
                            service dog for therapy

Awards-2012  Wisconsin Broadcasters Association

First Place…        On Scene Coverage of fire that destroyed a  downtown FDL business

Second Place…. Best News Writing for feature on Wounded Warrior Josh Wege

Second Place…  Hard News/Investigative for series of stories  involving  Fond du lac

                              County District Attorney

7-18-13 bird tests positive for west nile virus in fdl county

The Fond du Lac County Health Department reports a dead crow found in Fond du Lac County on July 10, 2013 has tested positive for West Nile virus.  This is the first bird that tested positive for West Nile virus in Fond du Lac County since surveillance for the mosquito-transmitted virus began May 1.  “The positive bird means that residents of Fond du Lac County need to be more vigilant in their personal protective measures to prevent mosquito bites,” states Kim Mueller, Health Officer.
“West Nile virus is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes acquire the virus by feeding on infected birds.  Fond du Lac County residents should be aware of West Nile virus and take some simple steps to protect themselves against mosquito bites,” Mueller says. “The West Nile virus seems to be here to stay, so the best way to avoid the disease is to reduce exposure to, and eliminate breeding grounds for mosquitoes.”    The Fond du Lac County Health Department recommends the following:

·        Limit time spent outside at dawn and dusk, when mosquitoes are most active.
·        Apply insect repellant to clothing as well as exposed skin since mosquitoes may bite through clothing.
·        Make sure window and door screens are in good repair to prevent mosquito entry.
·        Properly dispose of items that hold water, such as tin cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots, or discarded tires.
·        Clean roof gutters and downspouts for proper drainage.
·        Turn over wheelbarrows, wading pools, boats, and canoes when not in use.
·        Change the water in birdbaths and pet dishes at least every three days.
·        Clean and chlorinate swimming pools, outdoor saunas, and hot tubs; drain water from pool covers.
·        Trim tall grass, weeds, and vines since mosquitoes use these areas to rest during hot daylight hours.
·        Landscape to prevent water from pooling in low-lying areas.

The majority of people (80%) who are infected with West Nile virus do not get sick. Those who do become ill usually experience mild symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle ache, rash, and fatigue. Less than 1% of people infected with the virus get seriously ill with symptoms that include high fever, muscle weakness, stiff neck, disorientation, mental confusion, tremors, confusion, paralysis, and coma. Older adults (age 50+) and those with compromised immune systems are at greater risk of developing central nervous system illness that can be fatal.  The Department of Health Services has monitored the spread of West Nile virus since 2001 among wild birds, horses, mosquitoes, and people. During 2002, the state documented its first human infections and 52 cases were reported that year. During 2012, 57 cases of West Nile virus infection were reported among Wisconsin residents, the highest annual number of cases reported since surveillance began in Wisconsin. West Nile virus infections in humans have been reported from June through October; however, most reported becoming ill with West Nile virus in August and September. The Wisconsin Division of Public Health will continue surveillance for West Nile virus until the end of the mosquito season. To report a sick or dead crow, blue jay, or raven, please call the Dead Bird Reporting Hotline at 1-800-433-1610. For specific questions about West Nile virus surveillance in Fond du Lac, call the Fond du Lac County Health Department at 920-929-3085.   For more information on West Nile virus: http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/communicable/ArboviralDiseases/WestNileVirus/Index.htm