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Teen births fall again, another drop in decades of decline

Thu, 06/02/2016 - 4:36am
A government report shows teen pregnancies fell again last year, to another historic low.

Ohio man to be sentenced for killing 3 women wrapped in bags

Thu, 06/02/2016 - 4:33am
A suburban Cleveland man convicted of killing three women and wrapping their bodies in garbage bags is set to learn whether he'll be sentenced to death, as a jury recommended.

Obama to address Air Force grads amid uncertainty on US role

Thu, 06/02/2016 - 4:31am
President Barack Obama will give his final commencement speech to U.S. military members coming of age amid fresh global threats that seem to be pulling the U.S. back into conflicts with uncertain ends.

Former Baylor President Ken Starr resigns as Chancellor amid sexual assault scandal

Thu, 06/02/2016 - 3:25am
Former Baylor University President Kenneth Starr is stepping down from the chancellor role he was demoted to last week amid criticisms of the way the school has handled accusations of sexual assault by football players.

'Glee' star Mark Salling loses a role after child pornography indictment

Thu, 06/02/2016 - 3:12am
After his indictment last week on charges of receiving and possessing child pornography, former "Glee" star Mark Salling has lost a role. 

Emotional celebration at Wisconsin Rapids graduation

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 11:16pm
It was a moment David Akey and his family had been waiting for.

Wednesday Sports Report: Stratford edges marathon in softball sectionals

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 11:01pm
Scores, results and highlights from Wednesday's local sports action.

City Council talks Wausau public transit system's future

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 10:58pm
WAUSAU (WAOW)-- Without city council support, Wausau's bus system could be gone within five years, according to Wausau Transit Director Greg Seubert.  

Moose gives birth in Lowe's parking lot

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 10:56pm
A moose gave birth in a Lowe's parking lot in Anchorage yesterday.

No injuries reported at Wisconsin recycling plant explosion

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 10:46pm
The manager of a Wisconsin recycling company says there are no reports of injuries following an explosion at a Madison plant. 

Students get first taste of real world at D.C. Everest High School

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 7:45pm
DC Everest students were able to get their first glimpse of the real world on Wednesday.  

Senate Candidate Russ Feingold makes campaign stop in Wausau

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 7:20pm
U.S. Senate Candidate Russ Feingold made a stop in Wausau on Wednesday.

Portage County to charge boater fee at launch site

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 7:19pm
For the first time Portage County will be enforcing a new boat launch fee at two of its parks starting Wednesday. 

Rib Lake senior citizens surprised with gifts from strangers

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 7:17pm
Residents at Golden Living Center in Rib Lake were surprised with a package full of gifts from strangers on Wednesday.

Community meets to discuss transportation

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 6:25pm
Local government officials and community members met Wednesday to talk transportation woes.

Last day to file paperwork for those seeking public office

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 6:24pm
Wisconsin candidates looking to appear on the ballot this November faced a big deadline today.

Authorities: Student death at Michigan school 'non-violent'

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 6:21pm
YPSILANTI, Mich. (AP) -- Authorities say a student has died at a southeastern Michigan school but are offering few details. 

Amazon founder says technology puts us on the edge of the golden era

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 5:53pm
  RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif. (AP) -- Amazon founder Jeff Bezos (BAY'-zohs) says when it comes to technology, "We're on the edge of the golden era."     

CTE research moves on, even without the NFL's money

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 5:51pm
BOSTON (AP) -- Researchers are moving ahead with efforts to develop a diagnostic test for chronic traumatic encephalopathy even without the NFL's help. 

Explosion at Madison recycling company

Wed, 06/01/2016 - 5:48pm
MADISON, Wis. (AP) - The manager of a Madison, Wisconsin, recycling company says there are no reports of injuries following an explosion.  

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