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Chad Thompson was hired as the Digital Content Manager at WKOW in July of 2023. Thompson came to southern Wisconsin from Des Moines, Iowa, where he worked as a Digital Editor at KCCI 8 News. He began his career in journalism as a reporter for a daily newspaper in central Iowa. Download the 27 New Now app and 27 Storm Track app here

Proulx had returned to serve as a youth counselor at Lincoln Hills School last spring after briefly leaving the school two years prior, according to the Wisconsin Department of Corrections.

“Corey was a dedicated and compassionate member of our team, always striving to make a positive impact on the lives of the young individuals we serve. His commitment to our mission was unwavering, and he will be deeply missed by all of us.”

“Wisconsinites today are honoring Corey and his service as we mourn his tragic passing and keep Corey’s family and loved ones, colleagues, and all those who knew and served alongside him in our hearts and our prayers.”

MADISON (WKOW) -- Gov. Tony Evers on Wednesday signed Executive Order #231 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff immediately through sunset on Thursday, June 27 in honor of Corey P. Proulx, a youth counselor for the Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC), who was killed while on duty.

Chad Thompson was hired as the Digital Content Manager at WKOW in July of 2023. Thompson came to southern Wisconsin from Des Moines, Iowa, where he worked as a Digital Editor at KCCI 8 News. He began his career in journalism as a reporter for a daily newspaper in central Iowa. Download the 27 New Now app and 27 Storm Track app here

Executive Order #231 will be in effect immediately through sunset on Thursday, June 27, 2024, and the date of Proulx’s interment, which has not yet been announced.

Chad Thompson was hired as the Digital Content Manager at WKOW in July of 2023. Thompson came to southern Wisconsin from Des Moines, Iowa, where he worked as a Digital Editor at KCCI 8 News. He began his career in journalism as a reporter for a daily newspaper in central Iowa. Download the 27 New Now app and 27 Storm Track app here

Proulx’s fiancée and daughter shared with DOC Secretary Jared Hoy that they would like everyone to know that Corey was an amazing partner, father, son and human being. At this time, the family does not wish to comment further and asks for privacy as they grieve.

“Our hearts break for Corey, his family and loved ones, his colleagues at the department, and all those who knew and loved him. By all accounts, Corey was a dedicated public servant who led with kindness and compassion in his commitment toward helping and supporting the youth he worked with,” said Evers in a statement.

Chad Thompson was hired as the Digital Content Manager at WKOW in July of 2023. Thompson came to southern Wisconsin from Des Moines, Iowa, where he worked as a Digital Editor at KCCI 8 News. He began his career in journalism as a reporter for a daily newspaper in central Iowa. Download the 27 New Now app and 27 Storm Track app here