Janesville firefighters sent out on 3 fire calls during busy 4th of July
Three fires in less than 24 hours in addition to several other calls for service kept Janesville firefighters busy on the 4th of July.
Bill Kennedy, Janesville businessman and community booster, passes away at age 74
Bill Kennedy, known for his years of volunteerism and service to the community of Janesville, has died at age 74.
Faulty valve on 60,000 gallon LP tank blamed for propane leak on Milton
Fire officials say a leaking valve on an 80,000 gallon liquid propane tank led to an hours-long emergency response Monday in Milton.
UPDATE: Roads reopen in Milton following propane gas leak
Roads will remain closed through the Monday evening commute while emergency responders are on the scene of a natural gas incident at Milton Propane.
Janesville PD’s newest K-9 has a nose for electronics
The Janesville Police Department today announced that K-9 Maui, along with handler Detective Jeff Winiarski, are now at work.
4th of July 2024 events in Janesville, Milton and Beloit
The 4th of July 2024 is on Thursday this year and area communities are planning parades, fireworks and more. The forecast is partly cloudy with a high of 83.
Open house planned for retiring Janesville firefighter
Janesville Firefighters Local 580 will host a retirement open house for Lt. Rob Calhoon at Fire Station #1, Monday July 1, 2024 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Fireworks Saturday at dusk in Janesville
There will be free amusement rides at Traxler Park, live music, pontoon rides and a fireworks show at dusk, sponsored by Festival Foods.
Numerous fowl escape pheasant farm following Janesville tornado
The Janesville tornado Saturday caused considerable damage to the MacFarlane Pheasants facility, leading to several escaped birds.
Salvation Army seeking additional donations to assist Janesville tornado victims
The Salvation Army of Rock County in Janesville is seeking additional donations to help residents who were displaced by Saturday's tornado.