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The good news is that the snow should be wrapped-up in time for trick-or-treating. Our WEAU First Alert Forecasters say the snow that will fall in Eau Claire and the Chippewa Valley should fall this morning. CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS and proof that the kiddos need to wear coats over their costumes tonight! Hey, we got your back. For trick or treat times, CLICK HERE to unwrap the local details FOR EAU CLAIRE Menomonie Residential: Oct. 31, 5-7pm Chippewa

The New Richmond woman accused of stabbing her fiance to death in August of last year will not be going to trial. Marian Kathryn Smith yesterday pleaded guilty to reckless homicide charges. Prosecutors originally charged her with first degree homicide. Smith told police that she and her fiance were arguing over a knife, when he grabbed at her, and the knife plunged into his gut. Her plea will mean less time behind bars. She’s to be sentenced in February.

One of the two men charged in a triple murder in La Crosse has cut a deal with prosecutors. Khamthaneth Rattanasack pleaded guilty yesterday to being a party to the Crime of 1st Degree Intentional Homicide. The deal means Rattanasack will face a mandatory 20 years in prison, as opposed to a mandatory life sentence. Rattanasack testified against the other suspect in the case, Nya Thao, but his case ended with a hung jury. Rattanasack and Thao are accused of

Some of Madison’s buses are in quarantine because of bed bugs. Metro Transit yesterday said two buses have been pulled from service, and the driver’s rest area was also closed after a mechanic found a bedbug at the Metro Transit shop. Metro Transit’s Mick Rusch says they have not yet gotten any complaints from passengers about bed bugs. Rusch is not saying just which bus routes were exposed, the first bed bug incident was last month, and the most recent

It’s only Halloween, but we now know the theme for this year’s State Capitol Holiday Tree. Governor Tony Evers yesterday announced that the theme will be ‘175 Years of Wisconsinites.’ The governor is also asking school kids across the state to use that theme to create ornaments for the tree. While we have the theme, we’re going to have to wait for the tree. The governor says it won’t go up until the day before Thanksgiving.

The Bucks’ big two did just enough in the fourth quarter to grab the win. Milwaukee survived a late surge from Miami, winning 122-114 last night. Giannis sealed the game with a final minute assist to give the Bucks an 11 point lead. Giannis had 33 points, and Damian Lillard had 23 on the night. The Bucks are in Toronto tomorrow night for a game against the Raptors.

Consumers are being warned by the FDA to not use over-the-counter eye drop products from several major brands. The agency said there could be risk of eye infections leading to vision loss or blindness. The brands include CVS Health. Rite Aid, Target Up&Up, Velocity Pharma, Leader and Rugby. CLICK HERE TO SEE THE DETAILS.

Wisconsin manufacturers have not planned for the impact of artificial intelligence on their industries. The Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing and Productivity has released a new report, that says that while workforce is still the highest concern, manufacturers may be underestimating the potential A-I has to increase production, with fewer workers. The biggest problem for manufacturers is finding and retaining workers. The report suggests A-I could run production lines.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is re-certified as a platinum-level Bicycle Friendly University. The League of American Bicyclists currently has only nine universities with the distinction. Platinum status is the highest level, given to schools with strong institution-level cycling programs, active activist groups in communities and on campuses, and student cycling clubs.

Looking to spice up daily life without leaving your back yard? There are many local options for a simple day trip and a lasting memory. Chippewa County Events highlights everything you need to make the best memories during your visit to Chippewa County, WI! No matter the season, there is always something fun happening locally. From live music at local restaurants, to brewery tours at Leinie Lodge, there is plenty of fun waiting for you. CLICK HERE FOR MORE