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  • WI Speaker Set to Step Down, Vos Announces Retirement

    WI Speaker Set to Step Down, Vos Announces Retirement

  • EC Man Facing New Charges

    EC Man Facing New Charges

  • Water Rescue on the Mississippi

    Water Rescue on the Mississippi

Charges Filed in Child Pornography Case

Charges Filed in Child Pornography Case

Ignition Interlock Bill Lands on Governor’s Desk

Ignition Interlock Bill Lands on Governor’s Desk

We’re Off to See the (Blizzard) Wizard!

We’re Off to See the (Blizzard) Wizard!

Sturgeon Spearing Season Opens in WI

Sturgeon Spearing Season Opens in WI

News | February 14, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
The sturgeon spearing season gets underway this morning at Lake Winnebago.  With that comes a reminder from the Wisconsin DNR…
UW Madison Plans for Hall of Fame

UW Madison Plans for Hall of Fame

News | February 14, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Construction on the UW Athletic Hall of Fame’s new location will start in the spring.  That’s the word from Athletic…
Looking Local: UWRF to Host Irish Ceílí Dance

Looking Local: UWRF to Host Irish Ceílí Dance

News | February 14, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
“This will be a great chance to dance, enjoy live Irish music and learn about study abroad opportunities.”  -Sylvia Kass,…
Friday Feel Good: Life Delivers Pen Pals an Extra Connection

Friday Feel Good: Life Delivers Pen Pals an Extra Connection

News | February 13, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Valentines Day Eve? GALentines Day? Whatever this day is for you, we hope you are feeling the love!  For this week’s…
Math Meet Adds Up to Good Time for Local Students

Math Meet Adds Up to Good Time for Local Students

News | February 13, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire mathematics department will host the 42nd Annual Mathematics Meet for high school students on Saturday,…
Looking Local: CVTC Earns Rare Simulation Center Accreditation

Looking Local: CVTC Earns Rare Simulation Center Accreditation

News | February 13, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Chippewa Valley Technical College makes history! CVTC is one of only 268 institutions in the world, including hospitals, colleges, and…
Sheriff’s Office Seeks Tips on Identifying Suspects in Burglary

Sheriff’s Office Seeks Tips on Identifying Suspects in Burglary

News | February 12, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
The St. Croix County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect(s) involved in a burglary at…
WI Restaurant Serves Up Romance

WI Restaurant Serves Up Romance

News | February 12, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
With Valentine’s Day just a few days away, a restaurant in Wisconsin Dells is being named as the most romantic…
February Unemployment Filings Lower Than January

February Unemployment Filings Lower Than January

News | February 12, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
First time filings for unemployment are decreasing across Wisconsin.  That’s according to the U.S. Department of Labor, which says for…
Remains Found, Identified as Missing Person

Remains Found, Identified as Missing Person

News | February 12, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
On February 11, 2026, investigators with the Eau Claire County Sheriff’s Office located missing personKenneth W. Lewis in a wooded…
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