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Gas prices continue to climb in Western Wisconsin. Triple-A reports the average price of regular fuel in Eau Claire is now four-10 per gallon — nine-cents higher than the price one week ago. In La Crosse, the average cost of a gallon of regular fuel is four-22 per gallon — 25-cents higher compared to one week ago. The average cost of a gallon of regular fuel in the Badger State is four-37 per gallon.

Officials say a pair of batteries charging in a kitchen is the likely cause of a weekend house fire in Eau Claire County. A residence n the town of Wilson went up in flames and was destroyed on Saturday. A dog died as a result of the fire though no other injuries were reported.

A former U-W-L student accused of sexually assaulting teen girls in his dorm room is pleading no contest to charges in the case. Caden Atkinson was originally charged in February of last year and had pleaded not guilty to charges of sexual assault. He changed that plea to no contest on Monday and has been allowed to enter into a diversion agreement that could result in all charges in the matter being dismissed.

Authorities are investigating after the discovery of human remains in Rusk County. A forester working a wooded area of the county found the bones last week. There has been no word on the victim’s identity or cause of death.

The defense has begun presenting its case in the trial of Josie Dikeman. Dikeman is the Onalaska woman facing homicide charges in connection with the 2023 death of her boyfriend’s six-year-old son A.J. Prosecutors wrapped up their case yesterday with testimony from a law enforcement officer who says that the boy’s father did not have the opportunity to kill the boy and that Dikeman had created a new social media account to try and hide messages that could have otherwise

Osseo police are searching for a suspect after a high-speed chase. An OPD officer was patrolling the area of Harmony Street and 10th Street early last week when he saw a motorcycle speeding. The officer attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver drove away at a high speed, reaching around 130-miles-per-hour. Officials say a K9 officer later tracked the suspect, but was not arrested. OPD is looking for information on the suspect’s location so thye can take hm into

A Sparta man is in custody after a woman reported her husband strangled her. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office first responded to a report of a domestic disturbance in April, with the victim saying her husband, Randal Cuntiz, tried to kill her. Deputies observed red marks across her neck and bruising on her left temple. Cuntiz was arrested on multiple charges, including attempted first degree intentional homicide. His initial court appearance is scheduled for June 1st.

Feed My People Food Bank in Eau Claire is expanding its ability to deliver food across west central Wisconsin thanks to a major donation from Marshfield Clinic. The clinic donated 85-thousand dollars to help purchase a refrigerated van that will transport perishable food to surrounding communities. Feed My People distributes food through a network of more than 250 hunger-relief programs across the region. Organization leaders say the new vehicle will help safely deliver fresh food to local pantries and meal

In La Crosse County, the trial of Josie Dikeman continues. Dikeman is the Onalaska woman facing homicide charges in connection with the 2023 death of her boyfriend’s six-year-old son A.J. An investigative sergeant with the La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office took the stand on Friday testifying that authorities believed the scene where the boy was found unresponsive in the family’s home to have been staged.

In closed session today, members of Eau Claire City Council will receive a list of those who have expressed interest in serving as the community’s interim city manager. Stephanie Hirsch resigned from the post last month. An announcement on the position is expected tomorrow.