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Trump sworn in as 47th president, celebrates with supporters

Trump sworn in as 47th president, celebrates with supporters

(NEXSTAR) – On a frigid holiday Monday in Washington, D.C., Donald Trump took the oath of office for a second time to become the 47th president of the United States. Trump walked into the Capitol alongside President Joe Biden. They were followed by former presidents, Trump’s cabinet nominees, senators, Supreme Court justices, and tech CEOs.…

Ashwaubenon Police use pepper spray to arrest man who barricaded himself in crawlspace

Ashwaubenon Police use pepper spray to arrest man who barricaded himself in crawlspace

ASHWAUBENON, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in Ashwaubenon used pepper spray to apprehend a man who had barricaded himself in a crawlspace at a residence on Monday afternoon. Around 4:00 p.m., Ashwaubenon Public Safety Officers responded to the 1300 block of Orlando Drive after receiving reports of an individual screaming from the address. Prior calls to…

What executive orders did Trump sign on day 1 of presidency?

What executive orders did Trump sign on day 1 of presidency?

(NewsNation) — President Donald Trump is putting pen to paper Monday, signing an estimated 200 executive orders relating to ending diversity, equity and inclusion programs within the federal government, strictly defining two sexes and enforcing heightened border security. Trump signed a few nominations and executive orders from Capitol Hill following his inauguration and then more in front…

Trump issues pardons for participants in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol

Trump issues pardons for participants in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol

WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump issued pardons for participants in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol, including those convicted of assaulting police, in his first official action after returning to the White House as the country’s 47th president on Monday. The pardons of about 1,500 people fulfilled Trump’s promise to release supporters who tried to help…

Green Bay hotels brace for NFL Draft rush, high demand drives prices up

Green Bay hotels brace for NFL Draft rush, high demand drives prices up

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – With the NFL Draft just over three months away, those planning a trip to northeast Wisconsin may face challenges in finding accommodations, both in terms of availability and cost. “We did triple our rates, but we are fully booked. That happened immediately, which is exciting for us, and we know…