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One woman avoids eviction, but experts fear more are coming
GREEN BAY (WGBA) -- It has been a difficult year for Alma Lopez. In February, her family suffered a devastating loss, when a young boy close to the family died. Two weeks later, her business shut down because it was non-essential. That led to a long year of grief and uncertainty. "I was depressed I gained weight," she said. "It was difficult feeling like a burden. It was a difficult and humbling… → Read More
It's the busiest it's been all year but overall travel is still low, says Appleton Airport
GREENVILLE (WGBA) -- The Appleton International Airport says this is the busiest week since the pandemic began. However, travel is still lower compared to other Thanksgiving years. "We are only at about 50% of what we were last year," said airport director Abe Weber. "Normally we would see 10,000 passengers a day. Now it is around 3,000 to 5,000." Lines for checking were long, but going through… → Read More
COVID-19 rises in state prisons, some think it is time for overall prison reform
MADISON (WGBA) -- The Department of Corrections is reporting alarming numbers of new cases in Wisconsin prisons. On Monday, they reported 808 new cases of COVID-19, the largest to date. Now some are asking for immediate action from lawmakers. "We are not surprised by the spike," said Marian Boyle-Rohloff, a prison reform advocate. "Our prisons are very crowded." According to the DOC, they say… → Read More
Concerns grow over mink farms with coronavirus
MADISON (WGBA) -- The State Department of Agriculture are watching two farms in Taylor county closely, as thousands on mink test positive for the virus known to cause COVID-19. "It is very concerning," said Kevin Hoffman, with the DOA. "With a disease as transmittable as this we need to take all precautions." Hoffman says two farms in Taylor County have reported an outbreak of SARS-CoV-2 in… → Read More
Green Bay City Leaders say request absentee ballots early
GREEN BAY (WGBA) -- Green Bay City Leaders are advising people take early steps when preparing for the November election. "The earlier you get them, and the earlier you send them in, the better chance we have to get them and to count them," said Celestine Jeffreys, the Chief of Staff to Mayor Genrich when referring to absentee ballots. President Trump won Wisconsin by a narrow margin in 2016.… → Read More
Party offices report theft and vandalism is happening to political yard signs
BROWN COUNTY (WGBA) -- Both the Republican and Democratic parties of Brown County say they have had issues with people having their political yard signs either stolen or vandalized. The Democratic Party claim at least five people have requested new yard signs in the last week because others have gone missing or have been damaged. The Republican Party say three people came in on Wednesday asking… → Read More
Potential face mask ordinance under discussion in Green Bay
Green Bay city officials are exploring the option that would require masks for anyone out in public in the city. → Read More
Fond Du Lac residents make petition urging city leaders not to change Lakeside Park
FOND DU LAC (NBC 26) -- A group of Fond Du Lac residents are coming together to urge the city not make any changes to Lakeside Park. The City Council is exploring an option that would turn part of Lakeside Park into a multipurpose building. One of those tenants could be a new restaurant. "We are always looking for ways to make our city more attractive," said Brian Kolstad, the council President.… → Read More
Parents express mixed feelings about schools re-opening
GREEN BAY (WGBA) -- The Green Bay Area Public School District is still working on a plan to have in-person classes resume this fall. "We are really focusing on a way to have class in person this year," said Eric Vanden Heuvel, the president of the board. "I think that is what most people want. However there are challenges." Vanden Heuvel said they are planning to re-work every detail of the… → Read More
Green Bay Police responded to 113 complaints for fireworks over 4th of July weekend
GREEN BAY (WGBA) -- The Green Bay Police Department say the responded to 113 calls for fireworks over the holiday weekend. They say the main reason seems to be people wanting to enjoy fireworks while not being able to go to an in-person show. "We have been telling people to stay home and stay safe," said Kevin Wayrch, with the police department. "It seems people still wanted to have a fireworks… → Read More
NWTC holds virtual graduation
GREEN BAY (WGBA) -- Northeast Wisconsin Technical College held a virtual graduation ceremony Friday evening. The event featured the names and photos of over 2000 graduates. "We still wanted to honor our graduates," said Joe Richter, the director of student involvement. "They worked hard and given the circumstances it is the least we could have done." The ceremony started in the evening and was… → Read More
Local doctors: "The virus is still here and it's still spreading"
GREEN BAY - APPLETON (WGBA) -- Local doctors from ThedaCare and Bellin Health are advising people to still practice social distancing and use good hygiene while counties lift restrictions. "I have been a doctor for over 30 years and I have never seen anything like this," said Dr. Paul Casey from Bellin Health. "What this virus does to people is amazing." He reiterates a lot of information that… → Read More
What it's like to be a nurse in the ICU during COVID-19
NEENAH/APPLETON (WGBA) -- Monica Bayer had just showed up to work for another 12 hours helping COVID patients in the ICU. "You read about it or you watch movies about it but you never think it is going to happen to you," Bayer said referring the on-going pandemic. There are a combined 80 cases of COVID-19 in Winnebago and Outagamie counties. Due to patient privacy, ThedaCare did not want to… → Read More
Bellin Health CEO "We do not have the beds if this becomes a runaway virus"
BROWN COUNTY (WGBA) -- Health experts and county officials say they are low on resources as the coronavirus continues to spread. "We do not have the staff, equipment or beds to meet the needs in the community," said Bellin CEO Chris Woleske. The coronavirus continues to spread in Northeast Wisconsin. over 40 cases are now confirmed. None are in Brown County. However, experts say they anticipate… → Read More
Man's body found in East River
A man's body has been found along the East River in Green Bay after police searched for several hours. → Read More
Police search for man who went missing near the time of the East River incident
GREEN BAY (WGBA) -- Green Bay Police are searching for a man who went missing the same morning a man fell into the ice on the East River. It is unclear if the events are related, but the time and location of both incidents creates some similarities. "We are trying to rule out everything," said Kevin Warych from the Green Bay Police Department. "We don't want to report on assumptions. We are… → Read More
A Neenah man tries to bring his family home from China in wake of Coronavirus outbreak
Photo: Roth Family NEENAH (WGBA) -- Samuel Roth has been trying almost everything he can to bring his family home. "I've called Rep. Grothman's office and Senator Baldwin's office," Roth said. However, there is not much he can do to bring his wife and two daughters back Neenah while the visit Wuhan China - the center of the Coronavirus outbreak. "It's unsettling when I look at my phone in the… → Read More
Packers fans think next season will be better
GREEN BAY (WGBA) -- It was a season to remember for the Green and Gold. A new head coach led them close to the Super Bowl. "It was a fun fun year and I think we have a couple more to look forward to," said Kitty Schmick from Omro. The Packers went 13-3 and almost booked a trip to Miami. The season was cut short by the San Francisco 49ers. However, many thought the team wouldn't get this far. "It… → Read More
Air BnB prices are high ahead of Packers' playoff game
GREEN BAY (WGBA) -- The anticipation for this weekend's playoff game is high. Many people who live around Lambeau field are getting ready for the game against the Seattle Seahawks. Homeowners and property managers are getting their homes ready to host fans from all over the county. "We've seen fans come from all over the place," said Sean Brick, who managers her daughter's home. "It is a unique… → Read More
Appleton man's dog alerted him of an elderly neighbor in need of help
It was an unusual sight last Thursday as David Baye's dog Bella started barking at the back door. → Read More