Local Rhinelander Headlines

SUGAR CAMP - Some shelters around the country euthanize dogs because they can’t take care of them. One woman in the Northwoods wants to prevent that. "I can’t believe what a difference a dog makes." said Lake Tomahawk resident, Rosie Bean. Full story: WJFW

MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee police have arrested a 28-year-old man in connection with the fatal shooting of a cook at a restaurant. The man is suspected of killing 21-year-old Reginald Evans about 2 a.m. Friday at an east side George Webb restaurant. Full story: WJFW

MARSHFIELD - A car and train crashed, closing down a portion of highway for more than 2 hours. It happened just before 6 p.m. Friday near the intersection of N. Maple Avenue and E. Veterans Parkway in Marshfield. Full story: WJFW

EAGLE RIVER - You can still help parents in need get Christmas presents for their kids. The 5th annual Vilas County Salvation Army Toy Program kicks off tomorrow. More than 400 toys are already at the Lincoln Town Hall near Eagle River. Full story: WJFW

MINOCQUA - A project at a Northwoods high school went wrong when a photo went viral among students. The picture came from Lakeland Union High School's Native American History class. The photo showed a student holding a sign that said something offensive about the Walleye Wars of the 1980s. Full story: WJFW

RHINELANDER - Even more snowmobile trails will open in the Northwoods today. Forest County and Northern Langlade County's trails will open. This is not only good for snowmobilers. Full story: WJFW

GREEN BAY - They won't be playing a game, but a little snow shoveling can get you into Lambeau Field. The Green Bay Packers ask their fans to help remove snow. The shoveling ritual generally takes place a few times per season at Lambeau. Full story: WJFW

EAGLE RIVER - The Vilas County Humane Society director says the dog's injuries were severe. The injuries could have been avoided by a inexpensive collar around the dog's neck. Instead, the dog suffered his injuries from an makeshift collar that became embedded in his skin. Full story: WJFW

ARBOR VITAE - In 1976, the Arbor Vitae Fire Department bought its first fire truck. It cost $33,000. Arbor Vitae's brand new engine cost a little more in 2013 -- almost $400,000 more. AVFD's old truck was about 20 years old. This one was custom-built for the department. Full story: WJFW

CRANDON - The last of six men involved in a Mole Lake stabbing will go to jail for the crime. Dakota Tuckwab's case is the last of the six to be wrapped up after a stabbing in Mole Lake in February 2012. Full story: WJFW

MERCER - Two people died in Mercer when a fire burned a home. The Iron County Sheriff's department says the call came in at 5:45 last night. Mercer Fire and Rescue rushed to a home on Old Highway 51 Road in the Town of Mercer. Full story: WJFW

RHINELANDER - Problems with bullying concern parents, school staff, and children across the country. The Rhinelander High School Diversity Club aims to end bullying. The club is fewer than 2 years old. It's growing in popularity and awareness. The club holds events throughout the year to bring awareness to bullying. Full story: WJFW

STEVENS POINT - Stevens Point police arrested a man they believe gave heroin to a UW-Stevens Point student. That student later died. Wednesday police arrested 26 year-old Erik E. Olson of Hancock in connection to the death of 21 year-old Jordan Peterson. Full story: WJFW

RHINELANDER - We told you yesterday about a Rhinelander bistro manager arrested for using methamphetamines and other drugs. Now, police believe they know who sold the meth. Full story: WJFW