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Older Dunn County adults now can sign up for a free “companion robot” from the county Aging and Disability Resource Center through a one-year pilot project.  “This initiative is part of a broader effort of the ADRC of Dunn County to enhance social connection, promote independence and improve the well-being of elderly individuals aging in place,” said Tracy Fischer, Dunn County ADRC manager.  The robot, ElliQ, is powered by artificial intelligence and is in thousands of older adults’ homes across the nation, Fischer said.  It was created to support older adults through daily check-ins,

Police in Illinois have confirmed that four people that died in a small plane crash were from Menomonie Wisconsin. Illinois State Police said the incident took place on County Road 1400 North in Trilla, Illinois. The four people in the plane were pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. Police said that the plane hit powerlines and crashed in a nearby field. The investigation is ongoing. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.

Fire crews are investigating how a fire took place at a vacant house in La Crosse. The fire took place late Friday on the 1400 block of Caledonia Street. When crews first arrived, they saw heavy smoke coming out from the house as well as searched for people inside. It was later determined that the house was vacant. The house suffered major smoke and fire damage.

A temporary dog park will soon open in La Crosse.  Cameron Park will welcome dogs into their park starting this spring.  The City Council voted and approved the new location to Cameron Park from the previous location of Burns Park. The park will open in May and stay open until August.

The Wisconsin Badgers football team got a chance to show off their 2025 football team to the public for the first time. The Badgers hosted their annual spring game, or now called the Badger Showcase. This was the last practice the team had until they meet again in August for summer camp. The team showed off many new players as there has been some re-shuffling among the offense and defense. The season Kicks off August 28th at home against Miami

Sturgeon spawning season is starting.  Officials at the Department of Natural Resources said there’s some activity at Princeton Dam.  More movement will happen when water temperatures reach above 58-degrees.  Officials said they might have been seen as early as this past weekend.

Jason A Chodera, 44 years of age, from Eau Claire has been arrested by the Wisconsin State Patrol Eau Claire Post for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 6th offense. On April 19th at approximately 5:11pm a Trooper with the Wisconsin State Patrol, Eau Claire Post, stopped a vehicle on Hwy 85 east of Fuller Rd for a speed violation. The Trooper detected the odor of intoxicants coming from the vehicle. A subsequent investigation, including standard field sobriety tests,

Hello. Welcome to your weekend. We’re glad you are here! Whether your Easter weekend plans include bunnies and bonnets, candy and church, or family and friends it helps to know what Mother Nature is going to do. It looks like a dry patch to start with more April Showers possible. CLICK HERE FOR YOUR FIRST ALERT FORECAST WITH WEAU 13. As we get started today, let’s start with a “thank you” for being here. we know life gets busy and

A new fellowship program at the University of Wisconsin Health is helping patients in fertility services.  A university spokesperson in Eau Claire says this program specifically addresses reproductive endocrinology and infertility. such as cases with hormonal issues impacting reproduction.  It is the first of its kind program for the state. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.

There’s only a couple of weeks left to get the new REAL ID.  Officials with the transportation department say this I.D. is required for those that plan to fly and visit federal buildings.  Current driver license or ID status are still valid for other uses like driving.  Enforcement begins May 7th AND YOU CAN CLICK HERE FOR THE REAL DETAILS.