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During the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association’s seventh Day of the Badger event, April 14-15, more than $2 million was raised to help UW-Madison remain a world-class educational institution. Gifts of every size added up, with donors supporting more than 100 causes across campus — from scholarships and student emergency funds to research and the arts.  “Day of the Badger is a celebration of everything that makes the Badger community so special,” said Betsy Popelka Massnick, director of annual giving at the

Today, April 15, Sheriff Kevin Bygd officially filed candidacy paperwork to seek re-election for another term as Dunn County Sheriff. Sheriff Bygd has served with the Dunn County Sheriff’s Office for 37 years, including the past seven and a half years as Sheriff. He is seeking a third term and will be collecting a minimum of 200 signatures over the next six weeks to secure a place on the ballot for the August 11th primary election and the November 3rd

Trapping data collected by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) indicates that the spongy moth, an invasive insect from Europe that feeds on the leaves of more than 300 tree species, is now widely established in Green and Sawyer counties. As a result, both counties have been placed under state and federal spongy moth quarantine, joining most of eastern and central Wisconsin already considered to be infested with the pest. Fifty-six of Wisconsin’s 72 counties are

 This week, thunderstorms, high winds, tornadoes, flooding, and hail have struck communities across Wisconsin. Homes and vehicles may be damaged and in need of repair work. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds consumers that they should practice caution when seeking repairs. Consumers with homes damaged during the recent storms should avoid hiring a door-to-door home repair crew. These transient crews are known as “storm chasers” because they travel to communities struck by severe weather and solicit

State Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Birchwood) today announced he will begin his campaign to seek re-election to represent the 23rd District in the Wisconsin State Senate. Quinn will begin circulating nomination papers to get on November’s election ballot. “I am proud of the work we’ve accomplished to deliver meaningful tax relief for working families and retirees, as well as investments in our rural priorities while keeping Wisconsin on sound fiscal footing. It is an honor serving in the State Senate

Bond has been set at ten-thousand dollars for a Chippewa Falls man accused of exposing himself to a child.  Investigators say that 29-year-old Zachary Flum exposed himself multiple times to a young female victim inside an Eau Claire home — asking her if he could touch her and asking her to touch him.  Flum’s next court appearance is scheduled for next week.

Wisconsin State Senator Jesse James is retiring.  The Republican lawmaker represents the state’s 23rd Senate district including all of Barron, Clark, Price, Rusk, and Taylor counties and most of Chippewa County.  James has represented the district since January of 2023.

Chippewa County Sheriff Travis Hakes is launching hid bid for reelection.  Hakes made the announcement yesterday saying that there is still important work ahead, and that he is asking for the opportunity to continue serving the people of Chippewa County.  Voters will choose nominees in the contest during the August 11th primary. WATCH MORE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.

Southeast Wisconsin is cleaning up after severe storms ripped through the area yesterday and Monday.  Heavy rain and strong winds wreaked havoc in the Milwaukee area, downing trees and power lines, and leaving tens of thousands of people without power.  A tornado was confirmed in Sussex last night, while the National Weather Service warned about the possibility of more.  One massive tree crashed on top of several parked cars near 20th Street and Greenfield Avenue, damaging a house in the

The President and CEO of the Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce is retiring.  David Minor’s announcement comes after 35-years in the Chamber industry, including the past nine-years in his current roles.  In a statement, he said he’s “deeply grateful for the trust, support, and friendships that have made this work so meaningful over the years.”  The Chamber’s Board of Directors are searching for the organization’s next President and CEO, with the promotion of the position slated to begin on