Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
Good morning, Green Bay.
A fire broke out Tuesday at 223 S.
Irwin Avenue on Green Bay's east side where residents, a dog, and a pet lizard self-evacuated before firefighters used thermal imaging (showing flames moving along the walls) to put out the blaze and prevent major damage while an investigation continues.
A Green Bay man—Alejandro Cantu—was sentenced to 15 years in prison and 10 years of extended supervision for his role in the April 2022 shooting death of Randall Denny; his brother Gustavo will be sentenced on April 22.
Green Bay man Rezhun Scott pleaded no contest Tuesday and was sentenced to five and a half years in jail—followed by two and a half years of extended supervision—after being accused of harboring a driver involved in the 2022 fatal hit and run that claimed 17-year-old Cruz Beltron's life.
On April 1st, Green Bay voters cast ballots at polling sites including Redeemer Lutheran School and Trinity Lutheran Church to choose a candidate for an open state Supreme Court seat—this headliner in the spring election drew strong local interest.
Susan Crawford won Tuesday's Wisconsin Supreme Court race against Brad Schimel and will replace retiring Justice Ann Walsh Bradley (who served since 1995) to keep the court under liberal control (with four liberal justices on the bench).
Police in Green Bay alerted drivers that a power outage had affected traffic lights on the west side and advised treating intersections as four-way stops—officials said temporary stop signs were placed at Mason Street—Military Avenue, Mason Street—Shawano Avenue, Fisk Street—Shawano Avenue, Fisk Street—Bond Street and Military Avenue—Bond Street. Wisconsin Public Service and the Public Works Department worked to restore power while the police promised to provide updates when the outage ended.
Los Caminantes Live Show
9 PM — Mi Pueblo Restaurant — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying music of Los Caminantes and more at a night to remember.
ComedyCity: Family Fun Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 each — Enjoy an all-ages improvisational comedy show with family-friendly fun based on audience suggestions.
Bob Dylan Concert
3 PM – 12 AM — The Weidner — Ticket prices vary — Experience the music of one of the most celebrated artists of the last 60 years.
Green Bay Princess Day
10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Hyatt Regency Green Bay — Tickets required — Experience magical performances and interactive activities with beloved princesses.
The Great Bunny Train
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — National Railroad Museum — $20-$27 — Enjoy a vintage train ride and fun activities with the Easter Bunny at this family-friendly event.
Deadhead: A Grateful Dead Tribute
7-10 p.m. — The Tarlton Theatre — $20 per seat — Celebrate the music of the Grateful Dead with local bands at a historic venue.
ComedyCity: Family Fun Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Enjoy high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy based on audience suggestions.
2025 NFL Draft Parking Availability
10 AM – 11 PM — Green Bay Distillery — Parking options available — Limited spots for general admission, VIP, and RV parking for the NFL Draft.
Taste Of The Draft 2025
4-8 p.m. — Schreiber Foods — Support a great cause — Enjoy an evening with the Green Bay Packers to help end student hunger in Wisconsin.
Live Music with The Cougars
2-6 p.m. — Kroll's West — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance by The Cougars in a local favorite venue.
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