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Chippewa Falls Police Department Chief Ryan Douglas announces the relocation of Richard S. Hulburt on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 through the WI Department of Corrections. Hulburt is a convicted sex offender who committed his offense(s) in Chippewa County.  A decision to notify the Chippewa Falls Community of Mr. Hulburt’s release has been made by members of a Core Team that review Special Sex Offender Bulletin Notifications forwarded by the WI Department of Corrections. Richard S. Hulburt White / Male DOB:

 The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer involved death that occurred in the City of Superior on the evening of Tuesday, April 7, 2026. At 9:47 p.m. Tuesday evening, a Superior Police Department officer, Ibrahim Carson, with 1 year and 11 months of law enforcement service, located a wanted person in the 1700 block of Oakes Avenue in the City of Superior. Alongside the wanted person were two additional subjects. As Officer Carson

The current Trempealeau County Sheriff is seeking re-election. Erica Koxlien announced her campaign Tuesday. She’s been with the Sheriff’s Office for the last decade and has been serving as the County Sheriff since December. In a press release, Koxlien says “this campaign is about more than an election, it’s about our community and shared values.”

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls will host its 50th annual Colts in Training Sale May 2 at the Campus Farm,1475 S. Wasson Ln., River Falls. Preview rides will begin at 11 a.m. A live auction with both in-person and online bidding will begin at 2 p.m. The colt sale has only been held virtually since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020. The model proved to be efficient, but the landmark anniversary called for a special event. “We’re going back to

Wildwood Zoo Announces the Passing of Star, Beloved Mountain Lion. The City of Marshfield Parks & Recreation Department announces with deep sadness the passing of Star, the resident mountain lion at Wildwood Zoo. Star was 17 years old at the time of her death and considered extremely geriatric for her species. She would have celebrated her 18th birthday this June, an age few mountain lions reach, either in the wild or under human care. Star had been a cherished member

The Chippewa Valley Cooperative Hospital (CVCH) announced the opening of its new Wound Care Center in Chippewa Falls, restoring a critically needed service to the Chippewa Valley. The department is led by Emily Mason, MD, Medical Director for Wound Care. “We strive to provide comprehensive, compassionate wound care to the Chippewa Valley,” said Dr. Mason. “We understand that wound healing is a complex process that requires consideration of each person’s unique medical conditions and treatment goals.” The Hospital’s Wound Care

Authorities in La Crosse County are searching for a missing man whose abandoned vehicle was discovered on Sunday.  The vehicle of 45-year-old Stanley Howe was found at the Paul E. Stry Nature Preserve with his phone inside.  Howe is described as standing six-feet tall and weighing 240 pounds with brown hair and blue eyes.  Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact police.

The contest to be the next District 2 representative on Eau Claire City Council continues.  Six votes from current council members are needed for someone to prevail in the contest.  With two members absent, three votes were held last night with the result of each being five for Joyce Orth and three for Shelley Janke.  The matter will be taken up again next week.

A veteran Trempealeau County law enforcement officer is announcing his candidacy for county sheriff.  Chief Deputy Wayne Dahl has served in the Trempealeau County Sheriff’s Office since 2000.  His candidacy is being endorsed by retired sheriffs Randy Niederkorn, Rich Anderson and Brett Semingson.

The DEA is partnering with participating local health organizations and law enforcement agencies for this Saturday’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.  The event is an opportunity for Western Wisconsin residents and others to safely drop off and dispose of expired and unneeded prescription medications.  Drop-off locations will be available in most communities.  CLICK HERE FOR MORE.