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Eau Claire City Councilmembers heard opinions from residents on the two proposals at a public hearing Monday.  The first proposal seeks to implement a one-dollar per hour parking fee along a stretch of Barstow Street between Lake and Madison Streets.  The second proposal would impose a speed limit of 15 miles per hour for e-bikes and scooters at city trails and public sidewalks.  Councilmembers will vote on the proposals at today’s meeting.

Representative Derrick Van Orden was in Eau Claire Monday to host a roundtable with local veterans.  He gave an update on his VA Home Loan Program Reform bill, which was signed into law by President Trump.  He also mentioned the closure of Klein Hall in Chippewa Falls and called for Governor Evers to find a solution to keep it open.  Evers has claimed that GOP lawmakers on the joint finance committee didn’t approve money for the veteran housing and recovery

La Crosse leaders say they’re expecting a massive economic boost this week.  It comes as students return to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for the new school year.  Officials say the economic surge comes from many sources, including apartment rentals, restaurant meals and supply shopping.  They add that tuition alone funds jobs for faculty, staff and service workers. 

A group of kids is suing the state of Wisconsin over its fossil fuel policies.  The 15 kids involved allege they’re experiencing serious health issues due to pollution and climate change.  The lawsuit seeks to challenge two Wisconsin laws affecting the Public Service Commission’s ability to work.  The group is being represented by nonprofit law firm Our Children’s Trust and Midwest Environmental Advocates. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.

The former president and CEO of the Green Bay Packers will join the team’s Hall of Fame this week. Mark Murphy is the sole inductee set to be honored at Thursday’s Induction Banquet. Longtime trainer Pepper Burruss will also be honored with the Bob Harlan Leadership Award. Tickets are still available for the event taking place inside the Lambeau Field Atrium on August 28th.

Starting today, Xcel Energy has begun concrete repairs on the upstream face of the middle embankment at the Wissota Hydro Plant. The work addresses areas showing signs of deterioration caused by wave action and the passage of time. The project is expected to be completed within two weeks. To support the repair efforts, the reservoir level will be maintained in the lower half of its normal operating range. While the typical operating range is between 897.0 and 898.0 feet, the

All are encouraged to attend a free overdose prevention workshop in Eau Claire and other activities to honor International Overdose Awareness Day this week. Observed on August 31 each year, Overdose Awareness Day encourages us all to understand overdose, reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths, and reduce the harms associated with drug use. You can help prevent fatal overdoses by getting trained to administer Narcan, a medication that can reverse an opioid overdose. This Thursday, August 28, all are invited to

A Chippewa Valley contractor is facing charges after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from his clients.  Anthony Brooks is being charged with 14 counts of theft by contractor.  Court records say Brooks’ company did an incomplete job after clients paid him anywhere between 18 thousand and 130 thousand dollars for work.  He would then use that money to buy vacations and cars for him and his wife.  A warrant for his arrest has been issued.  Brooks is the owner of

Eau Claire city council members will be discussing a proposed bike ordinance at today’s public hearing.  The ordinance seeks to impose a speed limit of 15 miles per hour for e-bikes, scooters and skateboards riding on trails and sidewalks.  Council member Joshua Miller tells 13 News he’s received multiple complaints about electronic transportation devices going too fast on the sidewalk.  Residents can voice their opinion at today’s meeting. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.

No one is injured after crews put out a structure fire Sunday evening.  Officials say it took place at Koxlien Brothers Wood Products in Strum.  A majority of the sawmill structure is considered a complete loss.  Officials are still investigating the cause of the fire.