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  • VP Vance Talks Economy, Manufacturing in Plover Pit Stop

    VP Vance Talks Economy, Manufacturing in Plover Pit Stop

  • Proposal on Drug Testing Sparks Debate

    Proposal on Drug Testing Sparks Debate

  • Man Takes Stand in Murder Trial

    Man Takes Stand in Murder Trial

Former Substitute Teacher Sentenced

Former Substitute Teacher Sentenced

Officials Monitor Manure Spill

Officials Monitor Manure Spill

Local Officer Honored

Local Officer Honored

Gov. Evers Talks Time in Office, Pushes Priorities

Gov. Evers Talks Time in Office, Pushes Priorities

News | February 18, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Governor Tony Evers is calling on Wisconsin lawmakers to keep working, not campaign. The governor gave his eighth and final…
Voters Set Mayoral Ballot in Menomonie

Voters Set Mayoral Ballot in Menomonie

News | February 18, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Menomonie voters have narrowed the field down to two. Voters on Tuesday chose candidates for April’s mayoral election. The top…
Skier Dies in Rib Mountain Accident

Skier Dies in Rib Mountain Accident

News | February 17, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
A skier is dead following an accident at Granite Peak in Rib Mountain State Park.  Authorities say that earlier this…
WI Gas Prices Below National Average

WI Gas Prices Below National Average

News | February 17, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Gas prices across Wisconsin remain well below the national average this week.  Triple A says the current cost per gallon…
More Arrests Made in Drug Bust

More Arrests Made in Drug Bust

News | February 17, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
More arrests are being made in connection with a Buffalo County drug investigation.  One person was arrested last month after…
Congressman Van Orden Talks Water in Cinder City

Congressman Van Orden Talks Water in Cinder City

News | February 17, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
Congressman Derrick Van Orden was in Eau Claire County on Monday announcing federal funding for a water system project in…
Bystanders Help in Lake Rescue

Bystanders Help in Lake Rescue

News | February 17, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
 Bystanders came to the rescue yesterday when a pickup truck fell through the ice atop Lake Onalaska.  Witnesses helped to…
New Coach on Campus

New Coach on Campus

News | February 17, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
The UW-La Crosse football team has a new head coach.  Assistant coach Michael Zweifel is being promoted to the top…
Time to Hang up the Skates

Time to Hang up the Skates

News | February 17, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
The season is over for the City of Eau Claire’s outdoor skating rinks.  The city says the turn towards higher…
WDVA’s Valentines for Veterans Program Brings the Love

WDVA’s Valentines for Veterans Program Brings the Love

News | February 16, 2026 | by Morgan McCarthy
The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) once again saw an incredible outpouring of support through its annual Valentines for Veterans program.…
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