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  • Man Charged in Accidental Shooting

    Man Charged in Accidental Shooting

  • Trial Continues in La Crosse Co.

    Trial Continues in La Crosse Co.

  • Man Convicted, Sentenced in Death of Child

    Man Convicted, Sentenced in Death of Child

Woman Arrested After Weekend Pursuit

Woman Arrested After Weekend Pursuit

No Mow May Underway

No Mow May Underway

FEMA Set to Asses WI Storm Damage

FEMA Set to Asses WI Storm Damage

School Bus Collision Under Investigation, No Injuries

School Bus Collision Under Investigation, No Injuries

News | April 27, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
In Vernon County, authorities are continuing to investigate a Thursday afternoon collision involving a semi and a school bus.  The…
Familiar Name Returns to New Role

Familiar Name Returns to New Role

News | April 27, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
The Village of Lake Hallie has selected its next police chief. Wisconsin State Senator Jesse James is getting the gig. …
Protests Continue At Ridglan Farms

Protests Continue At Ridglan Farms

News | April 27, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
A dozen protesters showed up at Ridglan Farms yesterday in Blue Mounds.  They’re claiming the biomedical facility is abusing thousands…
Deadly Pleasant Valley Crash Under Investigation

Deadly Pleasant Valley Crash Under Investigation

News | April 26, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, at approximately 5:59 PM, the Eau Claire County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a two-vehicle…
Deadly Pierce Co. Crash Under Investigation

Deadly Pierce Co. Crash Under Investigation

News | April 26, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Two people died in a motorcycle accident Wednesday in Pierce County.  A representative says Tamitha Thein was driving north and…
Data Center Conversation Continues

Data Center Conversation Continues

News | April 26, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
State authorities say residents are not to subsidize energy costs for data centers and other heavy consumers.  That’s according to…
On This Day…

On This Day…

News | April 25, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Hello. Welcome to your weekend. We’re glad you are here! As we sink into the last weekend in April (Um…whaaaat?!)…
Packers Make Picks

Packers Make Picks

News | April 25, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
The Green Bay Packers have made their first two selections in the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Packers…
YMCA Invites Public to MOVE

YMCA Invites Public to MOVE

News | April 24, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Staying active is easier—and more fun—when you move together. This summer, community members of all ages and fitness levels are…
The Summer of Trolly? Prolly!

The Summer of Trolly? Prolly!

News | April 24, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
It’s all aboard the trolley for the 2026 tour season! Starting May 1, you can buy tickets for all tours…
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