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WHO warns certain STIs becoming more resistant to antibiotics
The World Health Organization has released new guidelines on how to treat three sexually transmitted infections due to the growing threat of antibiotic resistance. WHO issued the new guidelines for chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis, which are all caused by bacteria.
NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar calls Kaepernick's anthem protest 'highly patriotic' in op-ed
Basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar weighed in on the controversy surrounding Colin Kaepernick's decision to sit during the national anthem, in an op-ed published today in The Washington Post, portraying his protest as "highly patriotic."
Reports of Clowns Trying to Lure Kids Into Woods in South Carolina Prompt Investigation
After recently receiving multiple reports of clowns trying to lure children into woods in Greenville, South Carolina, authorities are increasing patrols and launching an investigation, according to the Greenville County Sheriff's Office (GCSO).
This Photo Perfectly Sums Up the 2 Types of Kids on the 1st Day of School
While some kids are ready with a brand-new outfit and a fresh set of No. 2 pencils, others dread the first day back to school after a summer of fun.
Packerland Plus leaving Wausau Center Mall
Packerland Plus is leaving the Wausau Center Mall.
Biegel, Badgers expect a "home game" atmosphere at Lambeau Field
The Badgers last two neutral site season-openers haven't been very neutral. Even though LSU is expected to travel well, the Badgers expect a "home game" atmosphere at Lambeau Field on Saturday.
Arrests made near scene of Milwaukee police shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- About 10 people have been arrested in Milwaukee after dozens gathered near where a black man was fatally shot by police earlier this month.
River search underway near Mosinee
Authorities are searching the Wisconsin river near Mosinee
Taco John's in Wausau Center Mall food court closes
The Taco John's restaurant in the Wausau Center Mall is officially closed, according to the mall's manager. The location closed last Thursday.
Umbrella display decorates Wausau's 300 block
A colorful array of umbrellas paint the sky above Wausau's 300 Block. They went up Monday.
Langlade County man charged with swindling victims
A Langlade County man has been charged with swindling around $500,000 from victims as he posed as a professional athlete. 24-year-old Zachary McKinnon is being held on $50,000 cash bond on charges that include felony theft.
Labor Day travel means more people, accidents on the road
As the Labor Day weekend approaches and more people are hitting the roads, the threat of an accident will also be on the rise.
Wausau police host picnic downtown
The Wausau Police Department hosted a picnic on Tuesday, to thank the community for their support in recent months.
Simcakoski family attorney says wrongful death lawsuit necessary
The attorney for a Stevens Point veteran who died of a drug overdose at the Tomah Veterans Administration Medical Center says his widow filed a wrongful death lawsuit because an earlier claim for damages was ignored.
Packers release Masthay; place Crockett, four others on IR
The Packers have released veteran punter Tim Masthay and placed five players on injured reserve.
New detectives seek statement, evidence in Hull cold case
HULL, Wis. (AP) -- Investigators in central Wisconsin have given new attention to the 2006 death of a pharmacist found in his home with two gunshot wounds to his chest.
Elections commission questions timing of voting credentials
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Wisconsin election officials are questioning how the Department of Transportation will get voting credentials to people who lack photo identification on Election Day.
Vikings QB Bridgewater goes down in practice with injury
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater went down with an injury in practice on Tuesday, causing the team to cut short its session after 25 minutes.
Obama cuts short the sentences of 111 federal inmates
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama has cut short the sentences of 111 federal inmates in another round of commutations for those convicted of nonviolent drug offenses Obama has long called for phasing out strict sentences for drug offenses, arguing they lead to excessive punishment and incarceration rates unseen in other developed countries.
Wausau mayor says city hopes to buy empty Sears building soon
WAUSAU (WAOW) - Mayor Robert Meilke said Tuesday the city hopes to buy the former Sears store attached to the financially troubled Wausau Center Mall by September because "I don't want an empty building" that may be unable to pay taxes.