Local Rhinelander Headlines

WAUKESHA - Waukesha police say a 24-year-old man bit off the ear of a 47-year-old man. Police Sgt. David Wanner says the suspect has been arrested on suspicion of mayhem. He says the attack happened Friday afternoon, and that the two men were not related. Full Story: WJFW

RACINE - Racine County prosecutors say a DNA sample from a 2012 conviction for mistreating an animal has connected a Racine man to a decade-old sexual-assault case. A Journal Times of Racine report says 36-year-old Angel L. Cartagena now faces a charge of second-degree sexual assault. Full Story: WJFW

MILWAUKEE - The connection between a dog and its owner can seem like a perfect bond. But police in Milwaukee are trying to find out why someone would leave a dozen dogs in a vacant home. Full Story: WJFW

MINOCQUA - People who live in the Northwoods know it's easy to find natural beauty and peace and quiet. But living in a remote area sometimes means having to travel far for things like medical services. Full Story: WJFW

CONOVER - A slow economy can challenge any business. It's even more difficult for non-profits who rely on donations. Full Story: WJFW

MINOCQUA - Equipment that used to help patients in the Marshfield clinic found a new job, with a new sort of client. Specifically, ones with fur or feathers. The Marshfield Clinic donated an endoscope to the Northwoods Animal Hospital last month. Already doctors have used the equipment to save a loon’s life. Full Story: WJFW

TOMAHAWK - "We met in a little bar in Gleason, place we used to hang out," says Neal Olkives. "He happened to walk in and I said to my girlfriend, 'There�s a nice-lookin� guy,'" says Isabel. "He came and asked me to dance." Full Story: WJFW

RHINELANDER - A crash with a car sent a boy on a bicycle to the hospital in Friday afternoon in Rhinelander. Just before four o'clock, the boy tried to cross three lanes of traffic on his bike. Full Story: WJFW

RHINELANDER - You can boat, drink or relax on Independence Day, and odds are grilling out is somewhere in that mix. Martin Cline has been celebrating Independence Day at Hodag Park for more than 50 years. He has two goals in mind when it comes to grilling. Full Story: WJFW

LAKE TOMAHAWK - For a small town of about 1,100 people, Lake Tomahawk puts on a BIG Fourth of July parade. This decades long tradition shuts down Highway 47 for nearly an hour. Full Story: WJFW

RHINELANDER - An iconic restaurant in Rhinelander got national recognition again this month. Men's Journal featured the Al-Gen Dinner Club as one of their "50 Great American Places to Visit This Summer." Full Story: WJFW

RHINELANDER - The Rouman Cinema in Rhinelander thanked soldiers and veterans with a free movie today. The theater offered free admission to see "White House Down" for veterans and service members. Full Story: WJFW

RHINELANDER - You probably prepare for Independence Day by buying charcoal, beer, and fireworks. That's why fire departments also have to prepare. Full Story: WJFW

RHINELANDER - Residents of Oneida County can participate in a program designed to help boost community leadership and involvement. Leadership Oneida County is in its fifth year of helping you discover your leadership potential. Full Story: WJFW