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Wisconsin’s governor wants to update the rules for PFAS contamination in the state’s drinking water. Governor Tony Evers and the Department of Natural Resources this month introduced an update for the state’s clean water standards. The update brings Wisconsin in-line with the federal rules for PFAS, plus adds three new chemicals to the list of PFAS chemicals that would be regulated. Wisconsin lawmakers approved PFAS rules back in 2022, but there continues to be a battle at the statehouse over

The Wisconsin Supreme Court will not keep the Green Party off the ballot this November. The court yesterday rejected a request from the Democratic National Committee to block the Green Party. Democrats said the Greens couldn’t run Jill Stein for president because the party doesn’t have any elected officials in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty said the court’s decision stops Democrats from disenfranchising thousands of voters in the state. But the Green Party is not guaranteed a

A pair of western Wisconsin lifeguards are being hailed as heroes. Henry Meek and Bella Rowan say their training took over when they saw a boy under the water at the Hoffman Aquatic Center last week. They pulled the boy out, and Rowan started CPR. The boy came-to just as paramedics arrived. Pool managers say they are extremely proud of the two, and say the situation shows just how important it is to have lifeguards.

A sunflower maze in Eau Claire County will be open this weekend to raise money for local families. Jaquish Farms is also hosting tractor rides and tours. The farm will be only be open next Saturday and Sunday, since sunflowers are only in bloom for a short time. All proceeds will go to Joshua’s Camp, an organization that pays for retreats for the families of children battling cancer. CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE.

Both presidential nominee Donald Trump and Vice Presidential nominee JD Vance will be in Wisconsin this week. Vance announced today that he will be speaking in De Pere on Wednesday. He’s expected to speak about energy, the economy, inflation. He’s scheduled to start speaking at 6:30 p.m. at AmeriLux Family of Companies. Donald Trump will be in Wisconsin on Thursday, in La Crosse. He’ll be speaking at 6:30 p.m. at the La Crosse Center. Tickets for both events are both

Flags are at half-staff in Wisconsin today to honor the burial of a World War Two U-S Army Air Forces Sergeant whose remains have finally been sent home. Sergeant Jack Hohlfeld was raised in LaCrosse and Trempeleau Counties before voluntarily enlisting in the Army. He and the members of his WWII Squadron were overtaken by Japanese Forces in 1941. Sergeant Hohlfeld was taken to a prisoner of war camp died about one year later. His remains were identified in May,

“Communities live by the traffic that flows through them,” -Community Development Director of the City of Eau Claire Aaron White On Thursday, August 22, 2024, the Avenues of Possibilities Tour continued its statewide road trip to Eau Claire, where it engaged with community members to explore their ideas for improving the city, focusing on the important role road infrastructure plays in bringing those ideas to life. The theme, “all roads lead to roads,” centers the discussion on how road infrastructure

PHOTO: Rep. Shannon Zimmerman presents UW-River Falls Chancellor Maria Gallo with a legislative citation recognizing the university’s 150-year anniversary during Monday’s Opening Meeting on campus that marks the beginning of the academic year. Gallo is retiring from her chancellor position. UWRF/Pat Deninger photo.  The University of Wisconsin-River Falls remains committed to providing students with a high-quality education, and the institution will continue to do so even as the university’s leadership transitions when Chancellor Maria Gallo retires next month, she told

Venture Academy, a new Christian School serving the Chippewa Valley, launched their first day of school. Venture Academy opened their doors for the first time this morning to welcome in 104 new students in grades kindergarten – grade 6. Venture’s Background and Head of School Plans for Venture Academy began in 2021. It has since become an active collaboration of over 300 community stakeholders, including local parents, educators, churches and business leaders in the Chippewa Valley. The school is overseen

A deadly pedestrian crash remains under investigation. A little before 9:30p.m. on Sunday,  August 25th a 2021 Nissan was traveling north on Hwy 63 near County Road F in Washburn County, when the vehicle struck a pedestrian who was standing in the roadway. The pedestrian was dressed in dark clothing at the time of the crash. The pedestrian was fatally injured as a result of the crash.