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The Republican Party of Wisconsin is now suing after duplicate absentee ballots were sent to some voters in Green Bay.  WBAY-TV reports the suit alleges that at least 152 extra ballots were sent to people in multiple ward.  The problem was discovered when voters who had already returned their absentee ballots received another one and contacted the city clerk’s office.  Officials say the mistake was made last month when labels were accidentally printed twice during the massive winter storm.  Anyone

Eau Claire County Highway seasonal weight restrictions will be removed effective Monday, April 13, 2026, upon removal of posted signs. This information has also been posted online CLICK HERE FOR MORE.

Cream Puff Spring Fling Drive-In What: Cream Puff Spring Fling Drive-In event featuring Original Cream Puffs and Orange Dream PuffsWhere: Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis – please enter at Gate 5 (640 S. 84th St.) and head inside The Dairy Building to pick up or place an order for Wisconsin’s most iconic dessert.Dates & Times: Friday, April 24: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.                                  Saturday, April 25: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.                                  Sunday, April 26: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

As we come to the end of Winter and (hopefully) welcome in the warmer temps of Spring Xcel Energy has a reminder for customers who may be behind on bills:  As the annual winter moratorium on utility disconnections comes to an end on April 15, Xcel Energy is reminding qualified customers that help is available through the company’s new Residential Arrears Assistance Program (RAAP) and other payment assistance options. The winter moratorium, which runs from Nov. 1 through April 15,

The following is a reminder for customers in Marshfield: April 15th brings the end of the moratorium on disconnection of electric service for customerswho have gotten behind on their energy bills. Marshfield Utilities (MU) has sent customersmultiple notices if they are at risk of disconnection. It is important these Customers contact MU to set-up a payment plan to get caught up on theirbill to avoid disconnection. We encourage our at-risk Customers to contact Energy Services,Community Action Agency or the Marshfield

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.