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The trial of a man shot by Eau Claire Police in 2022 is underway.  Police responded to Clayton Livingston’s home after a neighbor accused him of pointing a gun at his house. Responding officers say Livingston also pointed a gun at them. Two officers shot and injured the suspect who is now facing six counts of second-degree recklessly endangering safety and a charge of operating a firearm while intoxicated.

Many Western Wisconsin motorists are experiencing an increase in gas prices this week.  Triple-A reports the average price of regular fuel in Eau Claire is now three-66 per gallon — 16-cents more per gallon over the price one week ago.  In La Crosse, the average cost of a gallon of regular fuel is three-77 per gallon — 20-cents more compared to one week ago.  The average cost of a gallon of regular fuel in the State of Wisconsin is three-92

  The University of Wisconsin – Madison has a new leader for its new school.  The university announced Remzi Arpaci-Dusseau will be the founding dean of its new College of Computing and Artificial Intelligence.  The new facility has received significant support through 100-million dollars of philanthropic efforts, plus other investments in new faculty positions and support for research.  The college, which will build on the school’s strength in computer sciences and other related topics, is scheduled to launch July 1st.

Today is National Super Hero Day.  Honoring all who dare to wear the cape and many who don’t.  Brie Tennis with more.

The City of Oshkosh is remaining under a state of emergency due to rising floodwaters.  Fox River is expected to crest Monday above the minor flood stage.  City officials are urging people to properly sort flood-related debris for safe and efficient cleanup.  Low-lying areas near the Fox, Lake Winnebago, Sawyer Creek and Campbell Creek are at most of flooding.  A flood warning is in effect until Monday afternoon.

The Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitor Center, in partnership with local franchise leadership, is proud to announce the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Menomonie’s second Culver’s location. Be among the first to step inside the highly anticipated Culver’s of North Menomonie! The Menomonie Area Chamber invites the community to an exclusive first look at the official ribbon cutting for the city’s newest landmark at 298 Oak Avenue, Menomonie, WI 54751. Strategically located to serve the north side of town, this second location

An Onalaska woman goes to trial today on charges in the death of her six-year-old son.  Josie Dikeman called 9-1-1 on February 11th of 2023 saying that her son was non responsive.  Crews found the child dead at the scene with prescription drugs near the body.  Blunt force trauma was listed as the cause of death with the use of a prescription sedative as a contributing factor.  Dikeman has pleaded not guilty to a charge of first-degree intentional homicide.

The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an injury hit and run.  A woman out walking her dog Sunday morning in the Township of Wauzeka was struck by what authorities say is a smaller greenish colored pickup.  She and the dog were both injured.  Anyone with additional information on the suspect or the suspect vehicle is asked to contact authorities. 

In Vernon County, authorities are continuing to investigate a Thursday afternoon collision involving a semi and a school bus.  The accident happened in the Town of Hamburg.  Authorities say the bus — with ten students on board — was hit while turning on to US Highway 14.  No one was hurt. 

The Village of Lake Hallie has selected its next police chief. Wisconsin State Senator Jesse James is getting the gig.  The Republican lawmaker currently represents the state’s 23rd Senate district including all of Barron, Clark, Price, Rusk, and Taylor counties and most of Chippewa County — but recently announced his plans to retire from the office.  James has represented the district since January of 2023.