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An individual who allegedly shot at police at the Maritime Tavern in Appleton died when an officer returned fire after responding to a report of shots fired inside the bar. The incident occurred around 1:33 a.m., and the armed individual confronted law enforcement upon their arrival. The involved officer has been placed on administrative leave, and the investigation has been turned over to DCI.
The Wisconsin Department of Justice reported that a suspect shot by an Appleton police officer had fired at the officers first and was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The incident occurred when police responded to a report of shots fired at Maritime Tavern. The officer involved is on administrative leave, and the DOJ's Department of Criminal Investigation is leading the investigation, with findings to be reviewed by the Outagamie County district attorney.
Wastewater testing indicates that COVID-19 has peaked in Green Bay but remains "very high" in Appleton, with a surge in respiratory illnesses including flu, common cold, RSV, and COVID-19 in the region. The CDC has identified the JN.1 subvariant of the omicron variant as dominant in the Fox Valley area, contributing to the spike in infections. Hospitalizations due to COVID-19 have been increasing, and vaccination rates for the updated vaccine designed to offer protection against omicron are low. Health officials emphasize the importance of flu and COVID vaccines in reducing ER visits and urge residents to get vaccinated.
An Appleton bride diagnosed with breast cancer decided to say "I do" to a clinical trial for a new cancer treatment. Despite her diagnosis, she remained determined to have her dream wedding and participate in the trial simultaneously. The bride hopes that her decision will not only benefit her own health but also contribute to advancements in breast cancer research and treatment options for others.
Appleton's Mile of Music festival is enhancing safety by using the Archer 1200 Vehicle Barrier, manufactured by Meridian Rapid Defense Group, to protect the public from potential vehicle-related incidents.
A home in Appleton caught fire on June 24, 2023, resulting in an estimated loss of $900,000. Firefighters battled the blaze in the 2200 block of East Downs Ridge.
A single-family residential structure fire in Appleton caused an estimated $900,000 in damages. The fire in the attic was well-advanced, and all crews searching for residents were pulled out of the building in anticipation of a roof collapse. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation, and it is not clear if anyone was injured. The home is considered a total loss.