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The next group of people who are eligible for the coronavirus vaccine will not need to prove they have diabetes, or lung issues, or any other health concerns in order to get the shot. The state’s Department of Health Services yesterday said they will be using the honor system with Phase 1c eligibles. DHS deputy secretary Julie Willems Van Dijk yesterday said some people may be asked to sign a form, but no one will be asked to provide medical

Students at UW-Madison will get to walk across the stage and get their diploma this spring, but their friends and family members won’t be there to watch. The school yesterday said it is planning for an in-person graduation ceremony this year, but only for students. Chancellor Rebecca Blank is asking families to watch the graduation online instead.

The massive stimulus bill is in the books.  President Biden signed the nearly two-trillion-dollar measure, saying it has overwhelming support.  He called it historic, adding it’s about rebuilding the backbone of the nation.  The bill provides 14-hundred-dollar checks for millions of Americans and extends unemployment benefits.  The ceremony came a day earlier than expected. When can you expect the bank boost? Millions of people can start checking their bank accounts this weekend for a stimulus check. So said Press Secretary

There are 502 new COVID-19 cases confirmed statewide today.  The number pushes the total over the last year to more than 568-thousand cases.  There were no deaths reported today so that toll remains at about 65-hundred.

An investigation is underway in Wood County following the discovery of human remains.  The remains were found in the town of Rock near Patton Drive and Fairhaven Avenue.  Authorities say the remains could be related to the missing person investigation of Zach Vasa but they caution that there has been no identification at this point.

Single game tickets for the Milwaukee Brewers go on sale later this month.  The team announced today tickets for games through May 2nd will go on sale March 26th.  The capacity at American Family Field is limited to 25-percent at the beginning of the season.  Masks or face coverings are required for all fans ages two and older.

The latest unemployment data released by the Department of Workforce Development shows Wisconsin’s jobless rate is down to three-point-eight-percent in January.  That’s slightly lower than the four-percent registered in December and almost as low as pre-pandemic numbers.  Wisconsin’s labor force participation rate of just over 65-percent was more than four-percent higher than the national rate.  Wisconsin added seven-thousand private-sector jobs and over eleven-thousand non-farm jobs in December and January.

There are new groups now eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine in Wisconsin.  The Department of Health Services announced today the new groups will be eligible to receive vaccines beginning March 29th.  The new group is for those who are 16 years old and older who have medical conditions including cancer, asthma, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, women who are pregnant and those with weakened immune systems.  It also includes those with sickle cell disease, neurological conditions like dementia and other

The Eau Claire Fire Department (ECFD) responded to a structure fire this morning on Eau Claire’s South side. On arrival, crews found a one car attached garage with smoke and fire showing. Crews quickly attacked and knockeddown the fire, which contained it to the garage. At the same time, additional crews on the scene performed searchesof the residence, ventilated the smoke and fire, and recovered items from the fire area for the occupants. The home itself sustained only minor smoke

The Chippewa Falls Police Department is asking the public for help identifying the person in these photos. Officer Richardson is looking for your assistance in identifying the below subject. If you recognize him please contact Officer Richardson at 715-723-4424 ext. 3008. You may remain anonymous.