School shooting in Madison (MADISON)
A school shooting shocks Madison. It happened just before 11:00 Monday morning at Abundant Life Christian School on the city’s east side. Police Chief Shon Barnes said three people were killed, including the suspect shooter who was a teenage student who attended the school. Also killed, a teacher and another teenage student. Six other students were injured including two with life threatening injuries. Barnes said the shooter was already dead when officers entered the building. A handgun was recovered, and Barnes said the family is cooperating with investigators. Police did not release the name or gender of the suspect shooter. During a Monday afternoon press briefing, Barnes said investigators will share any information they uncover that will not compromise the safety of anyone involved or compromise the confidentiality of any of the children that are involved. Abundant Life Christian School was founded in 1978 and serves about 420 children in grades pre-kindergarten through 12. Local officials are stressing the need to ask for and provide help in the wake of the tragedy. Madison. Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway encouraged anyone in need of mental health help to reach out to 988, by phone or text. Dane County Executive Melissa Agard said the county stands with the community and also urged people to reach out and ask for help.
Deputies ID two people found dead in Western Wisconsin home (CHETEK)
Barron County deputies have identified two people found dead at a home over the weekend. The sheriff’s department says deputies found 53-year-old Michel Turnipseed and 51-year-old Michelle Turnipseed dead at their home in Chetek just before 1 pm on Sunday. Michelle was found outside the home, while Michael was found inside. Court records show Michael was facing domestic abuse charges, and that a divorce was proceeding between the pair.
More avian flu spotted in NE Wisconsin (HOWARD)
More avian influenza has been spotted in northeast Wisconsin. Animal control officers in Brown County say a flock of geese were recently found dead of the flu in the village of Howard. Veterinarians say warmer winters are allowing more birds to migrate for longer, contributing to the spread of the disease. Wisconsin ag officials remind all poultry farmers to practice biosecurity and keep their flocks away from migrating waterfowl.
WisDOT reminds you to get your REAL ID by next May (UNDATED)
The Department of Motor Vehicles reminds people to get their updated REAL IDs. WisDOT says the REAL ID will take effect in May of next year after multiple delays due to the pandemic and rollout issues. You’ll need those updated IDs to get on airplanes and enter secure federal buildings. If you don’t have a new ID or need help obtaining one, you can contact the D M V online at Wisconsin D M V dot Gov to schedule an appointment to get a new ID. Only 62 percent of residents currently have that compliant ID.
DPI gets federal funding for special ed workforce (UNDATED)
The Department of Public Instruction says the $10.5 million from the U.S. Department of Education will help support recruitment and retention of special education teachers and leaders. The funding will improve professional development systems for educators and help districts implement innovative strategies to address critical special education staffing shortages. State Superintendent Jill Underly says the funding will help districts increase professional growth opportunities and implement innovative retention strategies. According to DPI data, 49.4 percent of Wisconsin’s new special education teachers either leave the state or the profession altogether by their sixth year.
Brewers raised over $4 million for charity in ’23 (MILWAUKEE)
The Brewer Community Foundation, the club’s charitable branch, reports the money was raised across the foundation’s events, programs, and other initiatives. In addition to the monetary donations, Brewers coaches, players, and front office staff made over 120 appearances and gave up more than 5,900 hours to support non-profits. Foundation Executive Director Cecelia Gore says organizations supported place the highest priority on serving local communities and the state of Wisconsin. The organization has raised over $60 million since starting in 2010.