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After recent attempts to censor the unsavory part of certain recent games, Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee wonders what should be allowed in video games.
Glen has a good clip from a wildlife show 40 years ago about the biggest bird in the world.
The 100,000th Chevrolet made in Janesville came off the line June 3, 1925.
‘Diablo’ fans became upset when they found out the next game in the franchise is a mobile spinoff. While many are trying to dismiss these gamers’ complaints by calling them entitled, Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee understands their frustration.
Newville residents had to use boats to get to their homes during Rock River flooding in April 1975.
“Red Dead Redemption II” is a beast of a game with an overwhelming amount of things to see and do, writes Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee. Here are his first impressions as he works through the game.
Comic actor Charlie Chaplin was somewhat controversial 100 years ago when he starred in Hollywood silent movies.
A comparison of aerial photos of Walworth show the differences between 1937 and today.
The late John “TotalBiscuit” Bain will be the first non-player to be inducted into the Esports Hall of Fame. It’s the right way to recognize his contributions to the gaming industry, writes Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee.
Fishing is fun. So is thinking about going and talking about it after getting back.
If you’re looking for a spooky game to play with your significant other or friend, “Until Dawn” is a surprisingly engaging co-op experience, writes Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee.
An aerial photo of Shopiere taken in the late 1930s doesn't capture much of the thriving farm community. A more recent photo does a better job.
Both “Outlast” games are the scariest Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee has ever played, and they’re perfect for Halloween, he writes.
Glen believes Cannon Beach in Oregon, where he grew up, is the best beach in the United States.
The Race Street Service Station sold gasoline for cars and aviation fuel.
Last week, Sony caved to fan pressure and allowed crossplay across consoles for the popular game “Fortnite.” It’s one step closer to crossplay across all multiplayer games, Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee writes.
Glen shares video of a rescued turtle, a hawk and brilliant moon.
A comparison of aerial photos of Sharon show the differences between the 1930s and today.
Telltale Games laid off most of its staff last week, and the studio will soon close its doors. It’s a tragedy for the fans the studio has gained the past few years, writes Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee.
My video today was prompted by a fascinating NOVA Documentary: Life's Rocky Start.
This photo ran as a historical photo in a 1936 issue of the Janesville Daily Gazette. It shows the chautauqua grounds in what is now Riverside Park.
Weak pacing, a forgettable story and a poor balance between combat and exploration make “Shadow of the Tomb Raider” the weakest entry in Lara Croft’s rebooted adventures, Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee writes.
Glen admits he almost trampled a woman and small children running away from mosquitoes.
Elderly gamer Shirley Curry is an example of how gaming can appeal to anyone, writes Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee.
On Tuesday, April 1, 1913, a fire destroyed eight businesses located on the Milwaukee Street bridge.
My videos are often about birds. Today, it's about a steam locomotive called the Tornado. But there is a connection between birds and steam trains.
A comparison of aerial photos of Milton Junction show the differences between the 1930s and today.
As gamers feed a growing trend of downloading digital versions of their favorite games, they should realize the practice comes with risks, writes Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee.
A photo from the Gazette's archives shows the Electricians' Union Labor Day parade float in Janesville's Labor Day parade, circa 1919.
The hawk in my video seems to sway with the music. I think it may be a red-tailed hawk.
A comparison of aerial photos of Footville show the differences between the 1930s and today.
“We Happy Few” is an ambitious game that falls far short of its lofty goals to simultaneously be a role-playing game, survival simulator and story-driven experience, writes Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee.
What was this squirrel thinking, creeping so close to an eagle? He could have lost his tail or even his life.
A comparison of aerial photos of Brodhead show the differences between the 1930s and today.
The Gazette's gaming columnist bought a Super NES Classic on a whim, and since been obsessed poring over the nostalgic games from his childhood.
This is a follow up to last week's purple martin video. Meet the birds' favorite person: Purple Martin Man.
John finds it alarming that only 22% of eligible voters participated in Tuesday's primary election.
Press Start: IGN plagiarizing a ‘Dead Cells’ review exemplifies gaming journalism’s ethical problems
An IGN editor was fired last week after he was caught having plagiarized a YouTuber. It’s more evidence of the ethical problems in games journalism.
A comparison of aerial photos of Clinton show the differences between the 1930s and today.
Humans supply virtually all the nesting homes for purple martins.
Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee’s backlog of games is growing faster than the rate he could possibly play through it. It’s a problem most gamers have, he writes.
Good news! The hazardous waste by the Rock River in Janesville has been cleaned up.
After seven years, Gazette gaming columnist is finally ready to beat “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim,” he writes.
I was filming a great blue heron on Black Hawk Island when I discovered a great band--Gary The Band--a trio of handsome young men playing at the Riverside Resort.
Achievements are a great way to get more mileage out your favorite games. But for completionists such as Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee, they can lead to a lot headaches.
When I discovered the creosote spill I am reporting on today, I contacted the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad (WSOR), WI Department of Natural Resources, and the US Dept of Agriculture Forest Products Lab.
Many in the gaming industry are upset a game developer was fired after blowing up at a fan for no reason. She doesn’t deserve so much sympathy, writes Gazette gaming columnist Jake Magee.
The Monterey Dam debate, design and planning have been a part of the pages of the Gazette and on the airwaves of WCLO since the original citizen committee was put together over two years ago.
The Decorah trio slowly moves away from the nest like exploring the nearby creek.
