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Shooting Remains Under Investigation in EC

By Morgan McCarthy | April 6, 2026

Eau Claire Police are continue to investigate a Friday morning shooting.  The incident happened in the Township of Washington and resulted in one person seeking  hospital treatment for a non-life-threatening injury.  One person was taken into custody in connection with the incident. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.

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Responders Rescue Stranded Motorist

By Morgan McCarthy | April 6, 2026

First responders were called on to rescue a stranded motorist in Vernon County on Saturday.  Sheriff Roy Torgerson says the driver attempted to drive through high water in the Village of Ontario when they became stuck.  No one was hurt.

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Election Day Nears

By Morgan McCarthy | April 6, 2026

Wisconsin voters will head to the polls tomorrow.  The spring election will give folks the chance to make a decision in the hotly-contested race for the state Supreme Court between Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor.  Other contests will be on the ballot too including the race for City Council president in Eau Claire.  Polling hours tomorrow will be from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. CLICK HERE FOR MORE VOTING DETAILS.

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Construction Begins

By Morgan McCarthy | April 6, 2026

Drivers who regularly travel Highway 53 may notice some changes starting today.  Crews will be starting work on a project to replace the Otter Creek Bridge.  That effort will require the highway to be cut down to just one lane for possibly up to two months.

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Eau Claire Seeking Dispatcher

By Morgan McCarthy | April 6, 2026

The City of Eau Claire is recruiting applicants for the position of 9-1-1 Dispatcher.  The job is full-time and comes with benefits and a schedule that includes every other Saturday, Sunday, and Monday off.  More details can be found WITH AN EASY CLICK HERE.

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Gov. Evers Veto’s Income Tax, Overtime Bills

By Morgan McCarthy | April 6, 2026

Governor Evers is vetoing two bills that would eliminate state income taxes on tips and overtime pay.  Evers says the measures would create unequal treatment among workers and rely on temporary tax policy instead of long-term relief.  The proposals would have allowed deductions of up to 12-thousand-500-dollars in overtime pay and 25-thousand-dollars in tips.  Researchers say the changes could have helped hundreds of thousands of workers.  Similar legislation could be proposed as Evers’ term nears its end.

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On This Day…

By Morgan McCarthy | April 4, 2026

Hello. Welcome to your weekend. We’re glad you are here and “hopping” into an Easter weekend with us. The bunnies and chicks might need a coat while hunting for eggs tomorrow. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FULL FIRST ALERT FORECAST WITH WEAU 13. As we get into the first full weekend of April 2026 is in full swing with no signs of slowing down. That’s why we take time to intentionally ease into the weekend with our Saturday morning “scroll

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Evers Vetoes Income Tax Bill

By Morgan McCarthy | April 4, 2026

Governor Evers is vetoing two bills that would eliminate state income taxes on tips and overtime pay.  Evers says the measures would create unequal treatment among workers and rely on temporary tax policy instead of long-term relief.  The proposals would have allowed deductions of up to 12-thousand-500-dollars in overtime pay and 25-thousand-dollars in tips.  Researchers say the changes could have helped hundreds of thousands of workers.  Similar legislation could be proposed as Evers’ term nears its end.

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WI Joins Multi-State Lawsuit

By Morgan McCarthy | April 4, 2026

Wisconsin is joining a multi-state lawsuit against the Trump administration over an executive order affecting voting.  The order would create voter eligibility lists and restrict mail-in ballots for people not included.  The White House says the move is meant to prevent non-citizens from voting.  Attorney General Josh Kaul says such cases are rare and current systems ensure election integrity.  Kaul joined 22 other attorneys general and a governor in asking a court to block the policy, arguing that election authority

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Jury Finds Man Guilty of Killing WI Police Officer

By Morgan McCarthy | April 4, 2026

A Milwaukee County jury finds 23-year-old Tremaine Jones guilty of killing a police officer and wounding another.  Prosecutors say Jones fired 16 rounds from a rifle after being called to a dispute in 2025.  Officer Kendall Corder was killed during the shooting, while Officer Christopher McCray was wounded.  Defense attorneys argued there was no direct evidence proving Jones fired the weapon and that he acted out of fear.  Jones was convicted on Friday, and is scheduled to be sentenced in

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