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Cyber Incident Causes Cellcom Service Issues

By Morgan McCarthy | May 26, 2025

Cellcom is reporting progress on restoring service for customers in Wisconsin.  Over the weekend the company said many subscribers are able to use their phones again and full service could be back for everyone at any time.  They did warn that disruptions are still possible as part of the restoration process.  Last week, Cellcom CEO Brighid Riordan confirmed that a cyber incident is behind the service outages.

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On This Day…

By Morgan McCarthy | May 24, 2025

Hello. Welcome to your weekend! With the unofficial start to summer underway, you’re likely feeling the mix of thrill and overwhelm that can come with the busy months ahead. Schools let out while obligations set in. But, it’s a special time of year here in Wisconsin and we like to soak up as much of it as we can. On that note, you can CLICK HERE for your First Alert Forecast to see if you should be packing hoodies at

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Eau Claire County Launches Recruitment for New County Administrator

By Morgan McCarthy | May 24, 2025

 Eau Claire County announced the official launch of its search for a new County  Administrator. The County Administrator serves as the chief administrative officer, responsible for overseeing county  operations, managing the annual budget, and implementing policies established by the County Board. This  critical leadership role ensures that county services are delivered effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with  community needs and Board priorities outlined through the strategic plan.  “We are committed to finding a leader who brings a strong vision for

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Friday Feel Good: From “I do” to DQ

By Morgan McCarthy | May 23, 2025

Coming up on June Dairy Month and wedding season, we find plenty of reasons to celebrate this time of year, but for this week’s Friday Feel Good we combine both ice cream and love to create the perfect dish and a sweet twist on one couple’s Happily Ever After… Dairy Queen catered a Texas wedding for free after the bride made an impassioned appeal on TikTok.  They don’t usually do weddings, but said it was a no-brainer because the groom’s

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Alleged Cockfighting Ring Busted in Clark Co.

By Morgan McCarthy | May 23, 2025

 Yesterday, Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States, assisted the Clark County Sheriff’s Office with the seizure of more than 160 roosters and hens from an alleged cockfighting operation in Clark County, Wisconsin.  Law enforcement served a search and seizure warrant on a residential property around 9 a.m. Roosters were isolated in individual cages, and dead chicks were found strewn throughout the property. Responders noted that most of the birds had no apparent access

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Memorial Day Weekend Arrives, Brings Local Events and a Travel Rush

By Morgan McCarthy | May 23, 2025

The Memorial Day weekend travel rush is on. Tammy Trujillo reports. Here in our state, ahead of the weekend The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is urging state residents to stay safe. If you have plans to spend time outdoors, click here to get your full First Alert Forecast details with WEAU 13 NEWS. DNR officials say anyone planning to hit the state’s UTV and ATV trails should wear a helmet, and riders under 18 are required to use one

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Packer Plans Pitch

By Morgan McCarthy | May 23, 2025

Packers quarterback Jordan Love is making an appearance in Milwaukee on Memorial Day.  He is scheduled to throw out the first pitch for the Brewers’ game against the Red Sox on Monday afternoon.  Love is also hosting the Packers’ annual charity softball game at Neuroscience Group Field tonight.  Proceeds from the contest will benefit the QB’s Hands of Love Foundation, supporting youth sports, mental health awareness, and community-police relations.

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Barn Fire Under Investigation

By Morgan McCarthy | May 23, 2025

There has been no word yet on the cause of a Thursday afternoon fire in Chippewa County, but the animals are all safe. Crews dispatched to a barn fire in Edson say they arrived to find a number of large hay bales on fire.  All animals were able to escape the flames. CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS. 

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Cause of Fire Could be Electrical, Investigation Continues

By Morgan McCarthy | May 23, 2025

PHOTO CREDIT: Amber Kersting, Menomonie resident Investigators say they believe a fire that tore through a historical Menomonie Main Street building this week was electrical in nature.  No final determination has been made on the cause of the Tuesday night blaze that left many properties in ruins.  Clean-up in the area continues.  No injuries have been reported and you can CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE WITH WEAU 13 NEWS.

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Pleas Entered in Fairchild Shooting

By Morgan McCarthy | May 23, 2025

Two defendants charged in connection with a shooting in Fairchild are entering pleas.  Mark Dickinsen and Aaron Walker were charged following a shooting in September of last year at a location on Park Street.  Dickinsen has pleaded no contest to charges including intimidation of a victim and OWI.  Walker has pleaded not guilty to similar charges and his case remains pending.

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