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Biden makes first public appearance since burying son

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 3:42pm
 Vice President Joe Biden is making his first public appearance since burying his oldest son earlier this month.

Clinton confidant testifies before House Benghazi panel

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 3:40pm
 The head of a House panel looking into the attacks in Benghazi, Libya three years ago says his committee should have received emails between Hillary Rodham Clinton and a Clinton confidant a long time ago.

Wisconsin budget impasse continues; no deal yet

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 3:14pm
The co-chair of the Legislature's budget-writing committee says there is no deal yet to complete work on the two-year state spending plan.

Advocates defend Wisconsin family medical leave law

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 3:09pm
Advocates for a Wisconsin law that extends benefits to certain people above and beyond what is offered under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act say they fear the state law is in danger.

Boy killed, girl injured in Portage County ATV crash

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 2:24pm
A 12-year-old boy was killed and his younger sister injured in an ATV crash in Portage County.

Brewers broadcaster Bob Uecker hospitalized

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 1:37pm
Milwaukee Brewers Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Uecker was hospitalized overnight after he was hit in the head by a baseball during batting practice.

Trump announces 2016 presidential campaign

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 10:41am
Donald Trump, the real estate mogul announced Tuesday he is taking his first run at the White House.

Americans gave nearly $360B to charity in 2014

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 9:21am
According to the Giving USA Foundation a record pile of cash was given to charity last year, nearly $360 billion!

Cocaine seized inside fried fish

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 8:51am
It appears drug smugglers are becoming more brazen..or should we say creative?

Possible carry-on bag changes

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 8:39am
A plan to change the size of carry on bags could dramatically change the way people travel. 

West Nile virus case confirmed in Jefferson County

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 8:28am
Health officials say a dead bird has tested positive for West Nile virus in Jefferson County.

Fuel tanker crash in Wood County

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 7:18am
No one was hurt after a fuel tanker crashed in Wood County early Tuesday morning, according to the Wood County Sheriff's Department.

"Jurassic World" sets box office record

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 3:42am
It was predicted to have a monstrous opening at the box office, but "Jurassic World" exceeded expectations.

Wausau Events gear up for Concert on the Square

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 10:15pm
The first Concert on the Square in downtown Wausau is right around the corner. 

Agreement reached about concerns on the 400 Block in Wausau

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 9:32pm
An agreement has been reached about the aggressive behavior at the 400 Block in downtown Wausau. A committee has decided not to change the policy that's in place now.  

Heavy rains cause street flooding in Appleton

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 6:32pm
Heavy rains have caused street flooding in Appleton.

Schofield Dam draining begins

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 6:29pm
Draining started on the Schofield Dam Monday.

Case of bacterial meningitis confirmed in Milwaukee

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 6:15pm
The City of Milwaukee Health Department says Milwaukee has a confirmed case of bacterial meningitis.

Fire destroys roadside restaurant

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 5:58pm
Firefighters say Cafe Holiday in Hazelhurst caught fire early Monday morning.

Trump steps closer to announcement of 2016 plans

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 5:43pm
Donald Trump is stepping closer to a run for the Republican presidential nomination.

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