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Stevens Point police are looking for a stolen statue that was taken from Bukolt Park.  According to a Facebook post from the Stevens Point Police Department, the statue was stolen on March 14th. The police is looking for any information on how and who stole the statue. They are even looking into giving a cash reward. If you do know any information, please contact the Stevens Point Police. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO SEE THE STATUE.

As we navigate the March it can be a time of transitions, especially when it comes to the weahter. We’re used to the roller-coaster ride in Wisconsin this time of year as it can be a flop between open windows one day and heaters back on the next. As far as today and the Winter weather ahead, CLICK HERE for full First Alert Forecast details to help you plan your day and stay on top of closings and delays. Wheeeeee!

Senator Tammy Baldwin visit Eau Claire to talk to community members about Medicaid. Baldwin was in the area yesterday morning. Coming off President Donald Trump signing the budget resolution passed by both the senate and the house, Baldwin is concentrating on saving Medicaid. Details are not specifically out on what will be cut, but Baldwin is certain that some cuts to Medicaid and Medicare will be slashed. This is part of Baldwin’s “Hands Off Medicaid” which she will be on

A new initiative that is underway in La Crosse is aiming at helping people lower their energy bills. Funds from the Inflation Reduction Act are being used for low-income households to save on energy costs. The new initiative is likely to help around 300 households save money.

On March 18, 2025, at 5:55 a.m., the Barron County 911 Center received a call reporting a single-vehicle accident on 18th Street at 8 ½ Avenue, south of Barron. Deputies from the Barron County Sheriff’s Department, along with the Chetek Fire Department, Chetek Ambulance, Mayo Ambulance, Marshfield Medical Center Ambulance, 2 Life Link Helicopters, WI State Patrol, and S&R Towing, all responded to the scene. Initial investigations indicate that the vehicle was traveling south on 18th Street when it left

The Eau Claire City Council will vote next week on whether to approve re-zoning for a new housing development.  The Creekside project will bring over 100 new homes to a 40-acre plot bordered by Evergreen Terrace and Mischler Road.  The friends of Lowes Creek are protesting the development with concerns about density and environmental damage.

A firearms manufacturer previously based in New Jersey is moving all operations to plants in Wisconsin.  Henry Repeating Arms says it’ll be based in Rice Lake at a recently expanded headquarters building.  It’s also moving its manufacturing to two Ladysmith facilities, and is in the process of closing a third facility in Ladysmith.  All Henry firearms will be manufactured in Wisconsin once the company is finished moving.

A 750-acre fire in Green Lake County is now completely contained.  The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says the fire started yesterday at 4:30 p.m. in the White River Marsh State Wildlife Area.  Fire crews declared the flames extinguished at about midnight, though there was still smoke as of about 10:30 a.m. today.  No injuries are reported, and no structures were lost.  The cause of the fire is still being investigated.

Wisconsin is one of the best states for doctors.  A new WalletHub Report compares the 50 states and DC based on average pay, number of hospitals, and public health system quality.  Wisconsin ranks fourth, with Montana and Indiana as the best states for doctors.  Hawaii and Rhode Island are at the bottom of the list.

Amazon returns could become a little more challenging for those who rely on a nearby Kohl’s to drop off items. The retail chain is testing out removing easy Amazon returns services at some stores. Kohl’s began accepting Amazon returns in 2017. News outlet Modern Retail confirms those stores testing it out are in Wisconsin, Missouri and Massachusetts.