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Following today’s Inauguration ceremony, Senator Jesse James (R-Thorp) is eager to dive into the 2025-2026 legislative session, bringing energy and focus to tackling Wisconsin’s most pressing issues. “This session presents an incredible opportunity to make meaningful progress for our communities,” said Senator James. “I’m committed to working with my colleagues to ensure every Wisconsinite has access to the resources and support they deserve.” Senate leadership has reappointed Senator James as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Mental Health, Substance Abuse Prevention, Children

Today, Representative Jodi Emerson (D-Eau Claire) joined her colleagues in the Wisconsin State Legislature by taking the oath of office for her fourth term. Rep. Emerson will serve on the following committees during the 2025-2026 legislative session: Colleges and Universities (ranking), Criminal Justice and Public Safety (ranking), and Housing and Real Estate. Following the swearing in ceremony, Representative Emerson released the following statement: “I am deeply grateful to my constituents for placing their trust in me to be a voice

The Eau Claire Communications Center has received several reports of a scam call circulating this morning. Citizens report that someone claiming to be a detective is calling, telling them they have unresolved legal matters. This scammer will then try to get information or even funds from them. The Eau Claire Police Department and Eau Claire County Sheriff’s Office will never ask for payment over the phone. If you ever question a call, just hang up and contact your local authorities directly through

 The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is asking for folks to help us show our veterans how much we appreciate their service and sacrifice by sending Valentine’s Day cards to veterans living in WDVA facilities. “Last year, the residents at our Veteran Homes in Chippewa Falls, King, and Union Grove were thrilled to receive Valentine’s Day wishes and thoughtful messages,” said Secretary James Bond. “I’m amazed that thousands of folks from across the nation took the time to participate,

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) to award $23.2 million for 30 projects through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI). The 30 Infrastructure Grants being announced today and the previously announced 41 Equipment Grants total 71 projects in Wisconsin funded through RFSI to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain while strengthening local and regional food systems. “These Infrastructure

Royal Credit Union is partnering with Chippewa Valley Technical College and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to provide assistance to community members with their tax returns.  VITA was created to provide free income tax return assistance to taxpayers who cannot afford to pay for professional help. VITA volunteers provide free tax assistance to anyone with an adjusted gross annual income of $67,000 or less including disabled, non-English speaking, senior citizens and special needs taxpayers.  This service will be

A West Salem man is in custody after trying to break into a house along State Highway 56 between Viroqua and Viola.  According to the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened around 5:15 on Saturday morning.  The 9-1-1 callers said they heard cries for help outside and when officers arrived, Role Davis was found and arrested.  He didn’t appear to be hurt.  The Vernon County Sheriff’s Office said they believe drugs may have been a factor in the incident. 

Dry January might extend beyond the month due to health warnings about alcohol use. The U.S. Surgeon General has released an advisory with findings that low alcohol consumption might raise your chances of getting cancer. The advisory is backed by studies that link alcohol consumption to higher chances of developing seven types of cancer. The Surgeon General is asking alcoholic beverage manufacturers to add cancer risks to warning labels. Here in our state, many physicians and researchers with UW Health

Wisconsin is launching the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate Program, also known as the HEAR program.  Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act, the state was awarded 74-point-five million for the program.  It provides instant discounts to low- and moderate-income households for installing energy-efficient appliances.  The goal is to also lower costs for working families by helping households save on their energy bills.  Governor Tony Evers said the program will give some residents “breathing room” in their monthly household

Transportation changes are in place for Waukesha County’s Hamilton School District following the tragic death of a student last week.  Five-year-old Finn Katona died after he was struck by a bus in the Silver Spring Intermediate School parking lot last Thursday.  He was transferring from one bus to another on the way to Willow Springs Learning Center.  District officials say those transfers are no longer happening as of this morning, with all 4K students being taken directly to their schools.