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Village of Spencer hit hard by morning storm
A high wind storm made its way through Central Wisconsin early Monday morning.
Gov. Walker: I'm running for president
Governor Scott Walker officially told a crowd in Waukesha his plans to run for president.
Full text of Walker's presidential announcement
Governor Scott Walker announced his official candidacy for president on Monday. Here is a his entire speech.
Golfers tee-off for a good cause
The rain held out on Monday for some golfers who were out on the green for a good cause.
National Weather service says no tornado Sunday night in Dodge or Columbia counties
Severe weather passed through parts of southern Wisconsin early Monday morning, leaving a trail of damage in its path.
Lightning causes fire in Adams County
A lightning strike is to blame for a house fire in Adams County, according to a news release from the Rome Police Department.
Pentagon readying plan to lift transgender ban
The Associated Press has learned that Pentagon leaders are finalizing plans aimed at lifting the ban on transgender individuals serving in the military.
Carrie Underwood's baby accidentally gets locked in car
New mother Carrie Underwood called her brother-in-law to the rescue over the weekend during a frightening mom moment.
Columbus hit hard by storm damage
One city hit hard by severe thunderstorms that blew through Wisconsin is Columbus where many streets are littered with tree branches and debris.
Walker releases presidential campaign video
Gov. Scott Walker has released a campaign video just ahead of his official announcement about his presidential run.
Man seriously hurt after crashing ATV
A Wisconsin Rapids man was hurt after crashing his ATV Sunday night in the Township of Saratoga.
Gov. Walker: running for President in 2016
Governor Scott Walker is running for President.
Thousands of power outages reported in central Wisconsin
Early this morning, heavy winds and rain pounded central Wisconsin.
A look back at Governor Walker's political career
A look back at Governor Walker's political history.
High school opens showers for fundraiser
Rhinelander High School opens its doors to give Hodag Country Festival concert goers a place to clean up and grab a bite to eat.
Man injured after Racine County helicopter crash
RACINE, Wis. (AP) -- A man is injured after his helicopter crashed in Racine County.According to the county sheriffs department, the 61-year-old was piloting a one-passenger aircraft and hovering about 15 feet above ground when the helicopter dropped into a cornfield at about 8:25 a.m. Sunday.
Lambeau Field officers change tactics to reduce disruption
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Police officers providing security for concerts and Packers games at Lambeau Field are making changes to reduce the chance the troublemakers will ruin the experience for the majority.
Hodag Country Festival wraps up
The final performers will take the stage Sunday night at Hodag Country Festival in Rhinelander.
Wisconsin Gov. Walker signs 2015-17 state budget
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Gov. Scott Walker has signed the Wisconsin state budget into law.
Man tasered in Port Edwards after refusing to drop knife
PORT EDWARDS (WAOW)-- Wood County officers were called to a Port Edwards home Sunday morning after neighbors reported some suspicious activity.