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Keep Stink Bugs Out Of Your WI Home: Week In Review

Plus, 21 counties have critically high COVID-19 cases, a cold and wet winter for Wisconsin and Rittenhouse case jury questionnaires.

Miss any Wisconsin stories this week? This roundup has you covered.
Miss any Wisconsin stories this week? This roundup has you covered. (Michelle-Rotuno Johnson/Patch)

WISCONSIN — Miss any stories in Wisconsin this week? Here are the top headlines.


Stink Bugs In WI: How To Stop Them Before They Smell Up Your Home

WISCONSIN — Brown marmorated stink bugs, which are found in Wisconsin and 46 other states, are trying to crawl into your house for the winter. Read more.

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21 WI Counties Report Critically High COVID-19 Case Activity

WISCONSIN — The statewide burden has nearly tripled since Friday, with an average of nearly 3,000 cases daily. Read more.

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Cold, Wet Winter Hits Wisconsin Early This Year: Forecasters

WISCONSIN — AccuWeather says the return of a La Niña cycle could affect how much snow Wisconsin receives and the severity of the polar vortex. Read more.


Rittenhouse Judge Sounds Off On Jury Questionnaires

KENOSHA COUNTY, WI — Attorneys noted questionnaires may save time but Judge Bruce Schneider says other problems may arise in the highly-publicized case. Read more.


COVID-19 Booster Shots: WI Supports CDC Guidance

WISCONSIN — Wisconsin health officials announced their support for the CDC's guidance that some people should get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster. Read more.


8 Salmonella Cases In WI In Multistate Outbreak

WISCONSIN — The CDC is investigating a potential source as a salmonella outbreak spreads across multiple states, including Wisconsin. Read more.


Former Milwaukee Police Chief Will Be Fitchburg Chief

WISCONSIN — Alfonso Morales has been selected as the next police chief in Fitchburg, a suburb of Madison. Read more.


2 Wisconsin Cities Ranked Most Neighborly In United States

WISCONSIN — Two Wisconsin cities are included in a list of 25 U.S. cities recognized for charitable giving, volunteering, happiness and more. Read more.


Best School Districts: See How WI Ranked In 2022 Niche List

WISCONSIN — The data analysis company Niche looked at academics, teachers and diversity in school districts serving Wisconsin. Read more.


Snow Lilly, The Oldest Polar Bear In Captivity, Dies At 36

MILWAUKEE, WI — Snow Lilly was the oldest polar bear living in human care when she died at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Read more.


WI Restaurants Have Recovered, But Employment Still Down

WISCONSIN — Sales tax revenue data shows that Wisconsin bars and restaurants have recovered, but employment still lags in the sector. Read more.


Milwaukee Lawyer Is First Black Champion Of 'Big Brother'

MILWAUKEE, WI — The Milwaukee lawyer was awarded $750,000 as the series' first Black champion in its 21-year run. Read more.


Milwaukee Bucks Championship Brought $57.6 Million To City

MILWAUKEE, WI — Playoffs games and the NBA Finals brought $57.6 million in direct and indirect spending to the community, according to a report. Read more.


Brookfield Vietnam Veteran Moved By Stranger's Simple Gesture

BROOKFIELD, WI — A stranger saw that Cliff Evans is a Vietnam War veteran and paid for his purchase at a fast-food restaurant to thank him for his service. Read more.

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