MADISON, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC) announced on Monday, Oct. 16 that it is partnering with law enforcement agencies across the state this Halloween to closely monitor sex ...

WISN 12 NEWS: DOC checking on convicted sex offenders over Halloween weekend

This Halloween weekend, law enforcement agencies across the state of Wisconsin are cracking down on convicted sex offenders to better protect communities.On the holiday and during trick-or-treat times ...

News 8000: Halloween Safety: What parents need to know about sex offender rules in Wisconsin and Minnesota

Halloween Safety: What parents need to know about sex offender rules in Wisconsin and Minnesota

Wisconsin[a] is a state in the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes regions of the United States. It borders Minnesota to the west, Iowa to the southwest, Illinois to the south, Lake Michigan to the east, Michigan to the northeast, and Lake Superior to the north.

Wisconsin’s cities are buzzing with energy, flavor and unexpected finds. From skyline views and street-level vibes to vast lakefronts, historic gems and charming neighborhoods, you'll find endless experiences to explore.

Wisconsin was admitted to the union as the 30th state on . One of the north-central states, it is bounded by the western portion of Lake Superior and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to the north and by Lake Michigan to the east.

Wisconsin shares borders with four other states: Iowa to the southwest, Illinois to the south, Michigan to the northeast, and Minnesota to the west. Wisconsin’s state capital is Madison, a city with 268,516 residents, and its most populous city is Milwaukee, with a population of 561,385.