Dual representation ends for two men charged in Green Bay homicide
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – Attorney Heather Richmond will not represent both men charged in a 2023 murder after all. Christian Rivera-Pica, 41, and Joel Pagan-Garcia, 40, are charged with party to the crime of first-degree intentional homicide for the November 2023 murder of Carlos Otero-Aviles on Green Bay’s west...
Readers say these are the top 5 Green Bay area spots for fish-fry dinners
The Green Bay Press-Gazette asked our readers which restaurants in the Green Bay area had the best fish-fry dinners and why? With more than 40 submissions to the questionnaire, we sorted out the most mentioned restaurants. In order from most mentioned, these are the top five places to get fish-fry dinners in and...
Pickup truck a total loss after catching on fire in Oconto
OCONTO, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in Oconto say a pickup truck is a total loss after catching on fire Monday night. According to a release from the Oconto Fire & Rescue, crews responded at 7:04 p.m. to the area of Logtown Road and County Road J for reports of a vehicle on fire in the […]
A Tiny Bakery in Wisconsin Is Making Polish Paczki That People Drive an Hour...
Nestled in the heart of Pulaski, Wisconsin, Smurawa’s Country Bakery is a quaint gem that has captured the hearts—and taste buds—of locals and travelers alike. Known for its authentic Polish paczki, this bakery is a culinary destination worth the drive. With a warm ambiance and a delightful...
Luxemburg man charged with $175,000 theft from Sister Bay business
A Luxemburg man who worked for a Sister Bay home design and remodeling business is facing a felony charge of theft of almost $175,000 from the business through misrepresentation and fraudulent invoices. Jeffrey Thomas Jensen, 67, was charged Feb. 16 in Door County Circuit Court with theft in a business setting of...
Brown County law enforcement to conduct speeding task force Tuesday
BROWN COUNTY, Wis. (WBAY) - Local law enforcement will monitor for speeding violations Tuesday during a task force deployment in Brown County. The multi-jurisdictional, grant-funded effort aims to reduce dangerous driving behaviors and educate drivers on safe driving practices. Officials reminded drivers to slow down...
Menasha Forestry Department turns 280-year-old downed tree into ‘Oak Throne’
MENASHA, Wis. (WFRV) – The City of Menasha’s Forestry Department recently turned a downed tree stump into what they dubbed ‘The Oak Throne.’ The tree was cut down last year in Smith Park, and staff decided to do something creative with the historic stump, turning it into a throne. A portion of the stump was […]
Nicolet National Bank expands after completing merger with Iowa-based company
GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- A merger between two large banking companies is complete. Nicolet Bankshares, Inc. announced Tuesday it has finished its merger with MidWestOne Financial Group, Inc. Nicolet Bankshares, Inc. is the bank holding company of Nicolet National Bank, headquartered in Green Bay. MidWestOne Financial...
A Bus Full of Dogs Pulls Off the Most Wholesome Valentine’s Day Group Shot
Before most people had even finished their morning coffee on Valentine’s Day, something extraordinary was happening inside a bright yellow school bus in a quiet Wisconsin town. Nearly two dozen dogs sat patiently in their seats, their tails wagging softly as they balanced heart-shaped headbands between their ears....
Attorney Heather Richmond withdraws from representing Green Bay homicide suspect
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Attorney Heather Richmond will no longer serve as attorney for Christian Rivera-Pica, one of two men charged in a Green Bay homicide. Christian Rivera-Pica and Joel Pagan-Garcia are charged in a homicide from 2023. Rivera-Pica faces two charges in the death of 30-year-old Carlos...
