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One For the Record Books: Snow Strikes Again

By Morgan McCarthy | March 16, 2026

Winter weather advisories are expiring across Western Wisconsin.  The area will be recovering today from the weekend’s strong winter storm.  Residents will want to take heed of possible and delays before hearing out this morning. Governor Tony Evers is declaring a state of emergency in Wisconsin because of winter weather.  CLICK HERE FOR FULL FIRST ALERT FORECAST DETAILS WITH WEAU 13. Evers signed the declaration Saturday evening ahead of blizzard and winter storm warnings going into effect around the Badger

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EC Business Damaged in Fire

By Morgan McCarthy | March 16, 2026

An Eau Claire art gallery was the scene of a Sunday morning fire.  Crews responded just before 1 a.m. yesterday to B-framed Galleries on South Barton Street to find smoke coming from the back of the property.  No one was hurt and the cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13.

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Investigation Continues in Attempted Murder-Suicide

By Morgan McCarthy | March 16, 2026

La Crosse Police are investigating what they believe was an attempted murder-suicide.  Officers responding to an Onalaska Avenue this past Thursday found one person dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound and another person suffering from a gunshot.  The survivor was last reported as hospitalized in stable condition.

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WI State Trooper Recovering From Injuries

By Morgan McCarthy | March 16, 2026

A Wisconsin State Patrol trooper is recovering from injuries suffered in a Saturday night accident.  The officer was helping to direct traffic when their vehicle was rear-ended by an SUV on westbound Interstate 94 in Dunn County.  The officer’s injuries are described as minor.

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New Price Co. District Attorney Announced

By Morgan McCarthy | March 16, 2026

Price County has a new district attorney.  Governor Tony Evers has announced his appointment of former Milwaukee County assistant D.A. Alexis Nash to the role.  Nash will complete the unexpired term of former Price County District Attorney Matthew McElroy following his resignation.

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Looking Local: River Falls students present research at Research in the Rotunda in Madison

By Morgan McCarthy | March 15, 2026

 Eight undergraduate researchers from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls joined around 125 students from across the Universities of Wisconsin to present their work at the 22nd annual Research in the Rotunda event, held March 11 at the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison.   Seven current students and one recent graduate represented UWRF at the event, presenting research on projects as diverse as colliding catalysts in chemistry, the biology of cancer, business psychology, Latin American history and others. Students had the opportunity to discuss their research with legislators, staff and Governor Tony Evers.  “It was inspiring to see that they care about what

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On This Day… (and full forecast details)

By Morgan McCarthy | March 14, 2026

Hello and welcome to your weekend. We’re glad you are here…and we know you are likely keeping eyes on the weather. Spring in Wisconsin; it’s a wild ride. Hang on tight-Wheeeeeeee! Multiple municipalities across central Wisconsin are declaring snow emergencies ahead of a major winter storm.  Cities including Wausau, Stevens Point, and Wisconsin Rapids have announced street parking bans to allow snowplows and emergency vehicles to operate.  Most restrictions start tonight or tomorrow morning and last through Monday, with some

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Investigation Continues Into Likely Attempted Murder-Suicide

By Morgan McCarthy | March 14, 2026

One person is dead following a likely attempted murder-suicide.  La Crosse police responded to a shooting on Onalaska Avenue and found an injured person suffering from apparent gunshot wounds, along with a witness.  The witness told police the suspect was inside the home with a gun.  Officers later found the suspect, Deontis Jackson, and was pronounced dead at the scene.  Early investigation indicates that it’s likely a domestic-related attempted murder-suicide. 

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Gov. Evers Signs Bills, Veto’s Proposal for Child Care Tax Credit

By Morgan McCarthy | March 14, 2026

Governor Evers has signed eight bills into law and vetoed a proposal to expand a child care tax credit.  One measure extends the state’s safe haven law, allowing parents to anonymously surrender a newborn up to 30 days after birth.  Evers also approved legislation increasing penalties for trafficking carfentanil.  The governor rejected a bill expanding the Business Development Tax Credit for employers helping cover child care costs.  Evers says the proposal included a broad provision that could allow fraud and

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Select WI Poultry Shows Suspended

By Morgan McCarthy | March 14, 2026

Poultry shows and exhibitions are suspended in southern Wisconsin due to the bird flu.  This virus is highly contagious among poultry and can lead to sudden death, a decrease in egg production and difficulty breathing.  The state’s Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection announced the suspension Friday.  Exhibitions, swap meets and the movement of birds to other events are also postponed.  The suspension may be extended if more cases are reported. 

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