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Deadly Dunn Co. Crash Under Investigation

By Morgan McCarthy | April 30, 2025

On April 29, 2025, at approximately 4:41 PM, the Dunn County Communication Center received a 911  call reporting a motorcycle crash with injuries. The crash occurred on N1500 block of 420th Street, in the  Township of Dunn, Dunn County, Wisconsin.   The Dunn County Sheriff’s Office, Menomonie Fire and Rescue, and Mayo One Helicopter responded to  the scene. Upon arrival, Deputies located a crashed motorcycle and a male lying in the roadway. The male  who was the only occupant of the

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Remains Identified as Missing Woman

By Morgan McCarthy | April 29, 2025

Remains were recently identified and connected to a local case. Below is the update information from local authorities: On Sunday, April 27th, 2025 the Chippewa Falls Police Department was notified by the St. Cloud Police Department (MN) of human remains that were located within the City of St. Cloud.  The remains were processed and examined for identification.   On Monday, April, 28th, 2025 the Chippewa Falls Police Department received confirmation from the St. Cloud Police Department that the remains were of

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NFL Draft Rates High

By Morgan McCarthy | April 29, 2025

This year’s NFL Draft is among the most watched ever. An average audience of seven-and-a-half-million viewers watched the draft held in Green Bay, Wisconsin. That makes it the second-most watched draft ever, only behind the 2020 draft. This year had the most-watched day three on record with an average of four-point-three-million viewers as fans watched to see which team would draft quarterback Shedeur Sanders. The first day of the draft averaged 13-point-six-million viewers while the second day averaged seven-point-five-million.

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Lawsuit Seeks to Revive Fusion Voting in Wisconsin

By Morgan McCarthy | April 29, 2025

A new lawsuit filed Tuesday in Dane County seeks to restore fusion voting in Wisconsin, a practice allowing candidates to appear on the ballot under multiple political parties. The group United Wisconsin argues the state’s ban violates constitutional rights. The Wisconsin Elections Commission and the Department of Justice have not yet commented on the case.

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Tornado’s Confirmed in Eau Claire Co.

By Morgan McCarthy | April 29, 2025

Eau Claire County has had four tornadoes confirmed by the National Weather Service-Twin Cities from the  April 28 outbreak. Three of the tornadoes are rated EF-1, while the fourth is EF-0. Tornadoes occurred across  southern Eau Claire County, including in the Townships of Fairchild, Otter Creek, and Pleasant Valley.  No injuries or fatalities were reported with these storms. There was some damage to agricultural buildings,  homes, and vehicles.

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Staycation Summer Ideas

By Morgan McCarthy | April 29, 2025

Tubing, Take-out, and Trails all without traveling that far! Ready to make the most of summer in Chippewa County? Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure, music festivals, farm-fresh markets, or local hidden gems, this Wisconsin destination has something for every traveler-and you don’t have to pack a suitcase. Check out this summer bucket list that highlights eight unique experiences that promise fun, flavor, and fresh air all summer long and keeps you local as well. CLICK HERE FOR MORE.

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Head On Crash Under Investigation, Driver Arrested for OWI

By Morgan McCarthy | April 29, 2025

Police officials are investigating a two-car crash that took place in Arcadia. The incident took place yesterday. A car traveling west crossed over the center lane and hit a car going east head on. Multiple people were taken to a local hospital for treatment on non-life-threatening injuries.  The driver of the car that crossed over the center lane was arrested for OWI.

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Local Football Standout Invited to Packers Minicamp

By Morgan McCarthy | April 29, 2025

Jack Studer, who some say is the best player to every play football at UWL accepted a invite to Packers rookie minicamp.  Studer is the all-time leader in touchdown catches with 35 and receiving yards with over 31-hundred yards.  Packers’ rookie mini camp is expected to start in May.

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Cause of Deadly Eau Claire Fire Under Investigation

By Morgan McCarthy | April 28, 2025

A fire causes an estimated $200,000 in damages. On Monday, April 28th at 06.02am, The Eau Claire Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 1707 8th Street. Battalion 1 was the first to arrive on scene and reported heavy smoke fire coming from a single story, wood frame, residential structure with a possible occupant still inside the structure. Arriving fire units went into rescue mode and found an occupant inside the structure. The occupant was removed from the structure

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Culvers Hires First CEO

By Morgan McCarthy | April 28, 2025

Wisconsin-based Culver’s is hiring its first female CEO .  The restaurant says Julie Fussner is taking over for Rick Silva, who retired earlier this year.  Fussner started working with Culver’s in 2017 in marketing, and worked her way up to being the company’s first chief marketing officer.

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