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New marching orders: Servant leaders Erin Goggin, Andy Brannon selected as 2025 Oktoberfest parade marshals
A native North Sider credited for helping to save the Harry J. Olsen Senior Center and a longtime community servant who helped shepherd construction of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the establishment of Rotary Lights will lead…
Victim identified in fatal West Avenue motorcycle crash Tuesday
20-year-old Braeden Felber identified as victim of fatal motorcycle crash at West Avenue and Farnam Street in La Crosse. Investigation ongoing.
Viroqua native Vivian Stephenson is 2025 Miss La Crosse-Oktoberfest
Vivian Stephenson crowned Miss La Crosse-Oktoberfest 2025, using dance to promote youth well-being and partnering with local schools for free classes.
La Crosse SOUP tonight at Hatchery in Riverside park
La Crosse SOUP, a community-driven micro-granting event, will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. tonight at the Hatchery Riverside. This grassroots initiative fosters local development through crowdfunding, creativity, collaboration and trust, allowing community members to support projects that can…
La Crosse Public Library's Main Street location closes at noon Wednesday
The La Crosse Public Library’s Main Street location will close for the remainder of Wednesday beginning at noon. The closure is due to unforeseen impacts from an ongoing construction project. North Community Library will remain open until 6 p.m. Wednesday.…
Arcadia motorcyclist killed in crash with truck
Arcadia man dies in motorcycle crash with truck in Wabasha County. Not wearing a helmet, no alcohol involved. Truck occupants unharmed.
THE WAY IT WAS: 1910 St. James School Classroom
Elementary students at the Old St. James Catholic School, 716 Windsor St., pose for a class photo, ca. 1910. This school was then a small frame building which served the St. James Parish from 1901 to 1942, when it was…
La Crosse College Republicans to host prayer vigil Sunday at City Hall
In memory of Charlie Kirk, the La Crosse College Republicans will host a prayer vigil from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at City Hall, 400 La Crosse St. Kirk was shot and killed Wednesday while speaking at Utah Valley University.
First human case of West Nile Virus confirmed in La Crosse County
A resident of La Crosse County, Wisconsin has been hospitalized and confirmed to have West Nile Virus, a mosquito-borne disease.
Explore the autumn sky at Tunnelville Cliffs prairie stargazing event
The public is invited to join a guided walk at Tunnelville Cliffs nature preserve in Vernon County on October 11th for an evening of prairie stargazing. The event is part of Mississippi Valley Conservancy's 2025 Linked to the Land outdoor…
Recall issued for pizzas sold in Winona and 5 other Midwest cities
Recall issued for uninspected meat-topped pizzas sold at establishments in six Midwest cities. No confirmed reports of sickness.
Caledonia man wins $100K with Powerball ticket
Caledonia man wins $100,000 Powerball prize. Plans to buy a new car, go on vacation, and save for the future.
Bicyclist hospitalized after collision with car in Winona
Bicyclist hospitalized after being hit by car in Winona. Accident occurred at South Baker Street and Gilmore Avenue intersection.
Driver injured when semi truck rolls over on I-90 in Winona County
Florida man injured after semi rolls on I-90 in Winona County, Minnesota. Driver transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
WisDOT to host public meeting on Hwy. 16 corridor study
Learn about the WIS 16 Corridor Study and provide input to improve safety and operations along state Hwy. 16 in La Crosse. Public meeting on Oct. 2.
Student volunteers gear up for Operation: RiverWatch as school year begins
Operation: RiverWatch, a program created by a former UW-La Crosse fraternity, continues to be led by student volunteers to prevent river-related tragedies and potential emergencies in the Mississippi River. The program runs through the academic year, with weekly shifts from…
Freedom Honor Flight takes off Saturday carrying Korean and Vietnam War veterans
Join the 33rd Freedom Honor Flight as they honor Korean and Vietnam War veterans with a trip to Washington, D.C. to see memorials built in their honor.
2025 Oktoberfest Ladies Day Luncheon set for Sept. 29
The 2025 Oktoberfest Ladies Day Luncheon will be from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29, at the Waterfront Cargill Room, 328 Front St. S.
Fences go up at closed downtown La Crosse parks
Temporary fences have been installed at Cameron and Burns parks while La Crosse city officials seek a long-term solution to ongoing crime.
La Crosse firefighters put out South Side house fire Monday
House fire on Market Street in La Crosse under investigation. Firefighters rescue pets, limit fire damage to second story. Red Cross assists family.
