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The Chippewa County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) is proud to announce Nicole Crosby as the recipient of the 2026 Friend of Public Health Award, recognizing individuals who make meaningful contributions to the health and well-beingof Chippewa County residents. A school counselor in one of Chippewa County’s rural schools, Crosby is recognized for her dedication to supporting youth mental health, substance use prevention, and student wellbeing. She partnered with CCDPH to establish a Youth Advisory Council, empowering students to review

Following the launch of the Milwaukee Brewers City Connect Uniforms, the Crew is taking the “Wisco Way” across the state through the Wisco Pop-Up Series, bringing murals and pop-up experiences to communities including West Allis, Eau Claire, Madison, Lake Geneva and Appleton this summer. The statewide initiative extends the City Connect story beyond American Family Field, joining fans in their communities to bond over a shared love for both Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Brewers. The effort begins in West Allis

Many Western Wisconsin drivers are seeing a drop in prices at the gas pump this week.  Triple-A reports the average price of regular fuel in Eau Claire is now four-21 per gallon — eight-cents lower than the price one week ago.  In La Crosse, the average cost of a gallon of regular fuel is four-24 per gallon — 19-cents less compared to one week ago.  The average cost of a gallon of regular fuel in the Badger State is four-37

The Eau Claire Express have begun play in their 2026 season.  The team came up short in Monday’s home opener versus the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders.  Nine to eight was the final.  The two teams square off against each other again tonight at Carson Park. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS.

Billy Oldenburg, 37 years of age, from Chippewa Falls has been arrested by the Wisconsin State Patrol Eau Claire Post for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 6th offense. On May 25, 2026, a Wisconsin State Patrol Trooper conducted a traffic stop for a speed violation on Hwy 53 near the Village of Lake Hallie. Upon contact, the Trooper observed the driver, Billy Oldenburg, displaying signs of impairment. A subsequent investigation, including standardized field sobriety tests, showed Mr. Oldenburg

On Monday, May 25, 2026, at approximately 6:20 AM the Eau Claire Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 1541 Altoona Ave. The incident was dispatched as a residential fire with reports of occupants on the roof and the possibility of additional individuals still inside the home. Initial arriving crews encountered a 2-story, wood-framed single-family residence with heavy fire conditions visible from multiple sides and floors of the structure. Firefighters immediately initiated fire attack, search operations, ventilation, and

“Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude.”  -H.S. Truman Memorial Day is being recognized around the country today.  All members of the military who have died in service to the United States are being honored for their sacrifice.  Memorial Day parades and events are planned in communities across Western Wisconsin.  There will be no regular mail delivery and banks are closed.  There

Eau Claire Police are continuing to investigate a Friday night homicide.  Police received a call that night at around 8 p.m. from someone saying they had just killed an individual at Half Moon Lake Apartments near Carson Park.  Officers found a body at the scene and took one person into custody. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.

Eau Claire City Council returns to session tomorrow with a number of matters on its plate.  Council is expected to vote on a measure to postpone paid on-street parking in the downtown area until August.  Council is also expected to consider a proposal to sell land near Jeffers Park to a developer who says they want to build residential and commercial projects in the area.

Wisconsin State Patrol will be taking to the skies this week with aerial patrols.  The department will be conducting droned enforcement runs over a number of counties.  The schedule includes flights over Eau Claire County on Thursday.