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IBM, the largest industrial research organization in the world, has been at the forefront of innovative technology and systems for more than a century. Advancing from its earliest electric accounting machines to partnerships in space travel and cloud computing, IBM is a leader in artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. At IBM in Rochester, Minnesota, several University of Wisconsin-Stout applied mathematics and computer science students have completed their cooperative learning experiences. Computer science senior Amber Kuhn, of Andover, Minnesota, is a hardware development intern. Kuhn will graduate in

The Barron County Sheriff’s Department is investigating damage recently done to snowmobile and ATV trail markers on the Chetek Chain of Lakes and Rice Lake.  The department says the damage was deliberate and that a UTV has been identified as a suspect vehicle in the Rice Lake incident.  Anyone with additional information is asked to contact authorities.

Police say a Sunday night distress call referencing a University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire residence hall appears to have been a swatting incident.  Officers responding to the scene found no one injured and no signs of danger.  The incident is under investigation.

Eau Claire Transit is offering free bus rides today in recognition of Transit Equity Day.  Transit Equity Day is a national observance in honor of Rosa Parks and the stand she took for equality in public transportation.  More details are available WITH AND EASY CLICK HERE.

A new podcast is being launched to help parents understand the relationship between children and technology. The Stevens Point Area Public School District started the “Navigating the Digital Playground” limited-series, recorded inside the district’s public charter school. Each episode helps parents understand how technology shapes their children’s experiences, well-being and relationships. The podcast will release a new episode every week for the next six weeks. The 15-to-25-minute conversations are available on all streaming platforms. FOR MORE LOCAL PODCASTS AND CONTENT

The Universities of Wisconsin are planning to expand their use of AI throughout their 13 universities. UW President Jay Rothman says he’s investing more into AI and is going to discuss expanding its use with the UW Board of Regents on Thursday. Rothman said they will continue to address “ethical concerns and research more on how AI can improve the lives of students, faculty and administration.” He also said he wants to prepare students for the future and make sure

Wisconsin ranks 14th in the nation for women’s health care, according to a new study from SmileHub.

Today, Senator Brad Pfaff (D – Onalaska) announced his support for recently introduced legislation to fully legalize cannabis in the State of Wisconsin, citing broad bipartisan public support for the policy and vast economic benefit for our local communities. Senator Brad Pfaff released the following statement:  “Legalizing cannabis will create good-paying jobs, support local farmers and small businesses, and generate the revenue our rural communities need to support schools, roads, and healthcare access.” Neighboring states have already acted, and unfortunately, Wisconsin

The University of Wisconsin–River Falls has released the spring 2026 schedule for the free Frances Cohler Coffee Concert Series featuring a wide variety of musical performances by university faculty and special guests. The series includes performances on piano, cello, woodwinds, harpsichord, violin and vocals. Concerts take place at noon on Fridays in Abbott Concert Hall in  Kleinpell Fine Arts, 420 E. Cascade Ave., River Falls. Concerts are free and open to the public.  Concert series events for the spring include:  Coffee and cookies are served after concerts. For more information, contact series coordinator

A man facing kidnapping charges in a 2023 case involving an elderly victim is pleading no contest in La Crosse County.  Prosecutors say that Caleb Crocker was one of three people who held an 84-year-old man prisoner in his own basement and subjected him to beating while demanding money.  Crocker pleaded no contest to a kidnapping charge on Monday and will be sentenced at a later date.