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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Wisconsin once again ranks first in United States for Spring 2025 Drug Take Back
(WFRV) – Wisconsin once again came out on top against all other states for the most prescription medications collected during the Spring 2025 Drug Take Back collection. On Friday, May 16, the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Wisconsin ranked first in the entire United States after collecting 56,818 pounds of unwanted medications this spring. Wisconsin State Patrol ramps up seat belt enforcement for Click It or Ticket campaign Finishing second last spring, and first last fall, Wisconsin has had years of success while participating in Drug Take Back day. Since the program's inception in 2010, the dairy state has collected 1,369,472 pounds of medications, ranking third (behind Texas and California) in the country during that span. 'Drug Take Back continues to be a major success in Wisconsin,' said Attorney General Josh Kaul. 'Thank you to the many people who've helped get unused and unwanted medications disposed of safely.' Appleton Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony scheduled for May 26 The DEA leads two Drug Take Back days a year, however, unwanted medications can be dropped off at any time at any of the more than 500 permanent drug disposal boxes throughout the state. Drug Take Back provides a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposal, while also educating the community about the potential abuse and consequences of improper storage and disposal of these medications. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Yahoo
Wisconsin DOJ showcases ESD dogs in Fight Against Online Child Exploitation conference
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul appeared at the annual Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) conference in Appleton this week, highlighting the state's efforts to fight online child exploitation. Kaul was joined by several specially trained Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) canines, used by the Wisconsin Department of Justice and local law enforcement agencies. These dogs are trained to sniff out hidden electronic devices like phones, USB drives, and memory cards, tools often used in online crimes against children. Oshkosh Area School District hands out keepsake bricks from former Merrill Elementary & Middle Schoo During the event, attendees learned about the rising threat of child exploitation on the internet and how law enforcement across Wisconsin is working to stop it. The conference also featured a live demonstration where the ESD canines showed off their unique skills in detecting digital evidence. The ICAC conference brings together investigators, prosecutors, and experts from around the state to share strategies and strengthen efforts to protect children. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WFRV Local 5 - Green Bay, Appleton.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Wisconsin Drug Take Back Day is April 26; find a site near you
The Brief The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that this upcoming Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day. More than 170 events are planned across Wisconsin. Unused or expired medicine should never be flushed or poured down the drain. Water reclamation facilities are not designed to remove all pharmaceuticals, and trace amounts are showing up in rivers and lakes. MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsinites are encouraged to dispose of unwanted and unused medications at Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 26. Over 170 events are planned across Wisconsin. What we know Drug Take Back Day provides a safe, convenient and responsible means of disposal, while also educating the community about the potential abuse and consequences of improper storage and disposal of these medications. To find a Drug Take Back location near you, click here. What they're saying "This spring, we encourage you to clean out your medicine cabinet and safely dispose of your unused and unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications at a Drug Take Back event," said Attorney General Josh Kaul. "And if you can't make it to a Drug Take Back location on April 26, there are hundreds of permanent drug disposal boxes in Wisconsin where you can dispose of your unwanted and unused medications throughout the year." FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android Unused or expired medicine should never be flushed or poured down the drain. Water reclamation facilities are not designed to remove all pharmaceuticals, and trace amounts are showing up in rivers and lakes. What you can do All waste pharmaceuticals must be generated by a household – no businesses are allowed. Bring: Prescription (controlled and non-controlled) and over-the-counter medications, ointments, patches, inhalers, non-aerosol sprays, creams, vials and pet medications. Vape pens or other e-cigarette devices (batteries removed). Do Not Bring: Illegal drugs, needles/sharps, acids, aerosol cans, bio-hazardous materials (anything containing a bodily fluid or blood), personal care products (shampoo, soaps, lotions, sunscreens), household hazardous waste (paint, pesticides, oil, gas), mercury thermometers. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News Participants may dispose of solid, non-liquid medication(s) by removing the label or blacking out personal information on the label of the plastic pill container or by putting the medication into a clear sealable plastic bag. Blister packages without the medications being removed are also acceptable. Liquids will be accepted during this initiative. However, the liquids, creams and sprays must be in their original packaging. Liquids without the original packaging will not be accepted. Illicit substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine are not a part of this initiative and should not be placed in collection containers. The Source The information in this post was provided by the Wisconsin Department of Justice.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
AG Kaul speaks about lawsuits, victim services at town hall
AG Josh Kaul speaks at a town hall in Green Bay. | Photo by Andrew Kennard/Wisconsin Examiner Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul spoke to a crowd at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College in Green Bay last Thursday about crime victims' services and Wisconsin's response to actions taken by the Trump administration. Kaul said Wisconsin is currently involved in 11 multi-state lawsuits challenging various actions of the federal government. Among them are cases related to massive staffing cuts in the U.S. Department of Education, termination of health funding and an executive order to end birthright citizenship. Kaul said many programs are being changed drastically. He discussed possible impacts of Social Security staff cuts as an example and encouraged people to reach out to the Wisconsin Department of Justice and share how these policy changes are affecting them. Last month, Kaul unsuccessfully attempted to block Elon Musk from handing out $1 million checks at an event supporting Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel, who lost the recent election to Susan Crawford. The state Supreme Court turned down Kaul's petition. In Kaul's opinion, 'having rules that regulate petitions that are circulated right before an election, having rules that make clear that inducements to register to vote are problematic would be helpful,' he said. 'And I think having statutes that make clear what it means to induce somebody to vote would be helpful.' Kaul also described his pitch for money for services for crime victims in the state budget. Lower allocations from the federal Victims of Crime Act left providers scrambling, and Kaul said some providers have cut back on their hours and some have cut back on services. 'Crime victim services, for those of you who aren't familiar, can make a critical difference in the lives of people who are victims of crime,' Kaul said. '…They can help ensure that the victim's rights are protected.' Crime victim services can also help lead a person 'to want to work with law enforcement and hold a perpetrator accountable, and that makes all of us safer,' he said. 'So, essentially, what we're talking about at the current level of funding is programs being stretched to the breaking point,' Kaul said. 'That's something I've heard from victim advocates.' SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
State Attorney General Josh Kaul discusses crime victim funding issues in Appleton
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) — State Attorney General Josh Kaul hosted a roundtable in Appleton on Wednesday to discuss the rights of crime victims and the challenges faced by victim service organizations due to funding cuts. Kaul was joined by local leaders to raise awareness and advocate for more support. He highlighted the significant decrease in funding from the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), which has dropped from about $44 million per year over five years to just $13 million in the current federal fiscal year. Appleton businessman sentenced to federal prison for not paying over $1 million in employment taxes 'This has led to, in some cases, dramatic cuts in funding for victim service organizations,' Kaul said. The Wisconsin Department of Justice's proposed budget includes nearly $68 million in state funding over the next two years to support victim service providers. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
