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Capitol City Ranks Low for Consumer Debt

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

Madison has one of the lowest increases in consumer debt so far this year.  A new study by WalletHub compares 100 US cities based on credit card debt and loan data from the first two quarters of 2025.  Madison has the third lowest debt increase, with Des Moines, Iowa, and Newark, New Jersey at first and second. Milwaukee ranks 24th.  Debt is increasing the most in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and Anchorage, Alaska.

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Barron Man Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

On Tuesday, August 12, 2025 The Barron County Sheriff’s Department arrested 26 year old Carl Mueller of Barron for multiple counts of possession of child pornography. The arrest is the result of a several month long investigation conducted by the Barron County Sheriff’s Department and the Wisconsin Department of Justice. Mr. Mueller is currently in the Barron County Jail awaiting formal charges by the Barron County District Attorney’s Office.

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Trial Set for Deadly Crash

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

The case against a man charged following a deadly vehicle collision in Eau Claire County is moving forward.  Seventy-eight-year-old Fall Creek resident Dale Soltwisch died after a two-vehicle crash on Highway 12 July 19th.  Thirty-eight-year-old Eau Claire resident James Jones is charged with knowingly operating a motor vehicle while suspended and causing death.  On Tuesday, Jones waived his right to a preliminary hearing is set to go to trial.

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Arrests Made in EC Drug Bust

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

Eau Claire Police are sharing more details on a recent drug bust.  Officers executing a search warrant at a home last week say they found drugs including THC products and LSD at the scene along with drug paraphernalia.  Eighteen-year-old Dillon Linn, 18-year-old Vincent Archuleta and 25-year-old Antonio Cantu reportedly told police that they knew drugs were being sold out of the residence.  All three men were taken into custody and charged.

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Investment Advisor Facing Charges

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

A Wisconsin investment advisor is facing charges related to money laundering and wire fraud.  An indictment accuses Stanley Pophal of accepting money from investors and using it for personal expenses and desires.  The money was supposed to be invested into his business interests involving buying and converting properties into residential apartments.  Pophal was indicted by a federal grand jury on ten counts last week.  Seven counts of wire fraud and three counts of money laundering.

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Manure Pit Death Remains Under Investigation

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

Dane County officials say the death of a man found in a manure pit appears to be accidental.  Deputies were called to the 2100 block of state trunk Highway 19 over reports of a suspicious circumstance.  There they found a 62-year-old man’s remains in a manure pit.  The agency says the man was not associated with the farm nor does he have a permanent address.  The circumstances are still being investigated. 

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Lt. Gov. Rodriquez In Chippewa Valley

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

Wisconsin’s Lieutenant Governor paid a visit to the western portion of the Badger State on Tuesday.  Among her stops, Sara Rodriguez visited the River Source Family Center in Chippewa Falls.  The facility is a non profit that provides resources to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.  In remarks at the center, Rodriguez highlighted the importance of funding for programs like those offered at River Source.  Sara Rodriguez is so far the only announced Democratic candidate for the 2026 Wisconsin

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STOP: WI DOT Warns of Scams

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is taking steps to protect its customers from scams.  The agency announced Tuesday that it published a new page dedicated to informing Wisconsinites of what a DMV scam could look like.  Recently scammers have disguised themselves as the state’s Division of Motor Vehicles, pretending to notify consumers of outstanding tickets and unpaid balances.  The page also provides tips on what to do if you’ve been scammed.

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Love Set for Surgery Ahead of Season

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love is getting surgery ahead of the new season.  General manager Brian Gutekunst said on Tuesday that Love would be go into surgery that day for a left thumb injury suffered during Saturday’s preseason game.  It’s expected to be a quick recovery, meaning Love won’t miss their Week One game against the Detroit Lions. 

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OktoberBEST? Vote for La Crosse Oktoberfest!

By Morgan McCarthy | August 13, 2025

Oktoberfest USA in La Crosse is being recognized as one of the best Oktoberfest events in the country.  The festival has been nominated in the category of Best Oktoberfest in USA Today’s 2025 10 Best Reader’s Choice awards.  The official nomination calls out the event’s festive parade, medallion hunt, lederhosen games, carnival rides and abundance of beer.  More details on the awards, along with your chance to vote, can be found WITH AN EASY CLICK HERE.

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