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Gov. Walker wants treasurer to remain on board

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 2:38pm
Gov. Scott Walker wants the treasurer of his new political committee to remain on the board that oversees the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics even though Democrats say the appointment is inappropriate.

Walker to delay $100 million in debt payments to deal with shortfall

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 2:31pm
Gov. Scott Walker's administration plans to skip $100 million in debt payments this May to help deal with a budget shortfall.

SPECIAL REPORT: Technology takeover

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 12:21pm
With the constant urge to have our cell phones and tablets near us, it could be hurting the people we love most.

Elderly Wis. driver strikes 9 cars in parking lot

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 12:21pm
MAYVILLE, Wis. (AP) -- Police say the elderly driver who struck nine vehicles in the parking lot of a Mayville grocery store won't be cited.

Made in Wisconsin: Condor Coffee

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 12:19pm
A Wausau coffee company is brewing up success. Condor Coffee started only a few years ago, but already owners are creating dozens of blends for business in Central Wisconsin -- and it's certainly perking people up!

Tribal chairman reacts to governor's rejection letter

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 10:15am
Gov. Scott Walker says he won't change his mind about approving a Kenosha casino, rejecting a new offer from the Menominee Nation to help pay for construction of a new Milwaukee Bucks arena.

Lawmakers push for Amtrak to allow small pets on trains

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 10:09am
Rep. Jeff Denham of California likes to take the occasional plane ride with his French bulldog, Lily. But when he tried to take her on Amtrak a couple years back, he learned that only service dogs were allowed.

Walker sends tribe rejection letter as march continues

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 8:39am
 Gov. Scott Walker says he won't change his mind about approving a Kenosha casino, rejecting a new offer from the Menominee Nation to help pay for construction of a new Milwaukee Bucks arena.

Tattoos help breast cancer survivors

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 8:09am
A Schofield tattoo artist has a colorful way to help breast cancer survivors. New Life Ink is part of a project to help raise money for life-saving cancer screenings.

Dozens protest proposed education cuts at Walker's home

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 7:16am
Dozens of demonstrators took their protest over proposed cuts to education to Gov. Scott Walker's home.

Eau Claire School Board approves new school calendar

Tue, 02/17/2015 - 6:54am
Students in Eau Claire will be spending extra time in the classroom next year due to a scheduling change that was approved by the school board Monday night.

SPECIAL REPORT: Technology takeover

Mon, 02/16/2015 - 10:53pm
MARATHON COUNTY (WAOW)-- With the constant urge to have our cell phones and tablets near us, it could be hurting the people we love most.

Area curling club raising money for new rink

Mon, 02/16/2015 - 10:41pm
An area curling club is raising money for a new facility.

Daycare providers keep health top concern in light of suspected measles

Mon, 02/16/2015 - 10:07pm
STEVENS POINT (WAOW) - As Portage County health officials respond to a potential measles case, area daycare leaders are keeping a closer watch for signs of sick children.

Slender Man stabbing suspects belong in juvenile court, defense says

Mon, 02/16/2015 - 8:10pm
Two girls accused in the Slender Man stabbing case are being tried as adults, but a defense attorney in the case is trying to stop that from happening.

Tourism booming in the Northwoods

Mon, 02/16/2015 - 7:24pm
The Northwoods snowmobile trails near Minocqua are getting quite the workout.

Unusually crowded ballot for Stevens Point mayor primaries

Mon, 02/16/2015 - 6:50pm
It's primary election day Tuesday in the race to become the next mayor of Stevens Point.

West Virginia train derailment sends oil tanker into river

Mon, 02/16/2015 - 6:23pm
A train carrying more than 100 tankers of crude oil has derailed in southern West Virginia.

Nationally acclaimed music group visits D.C. Everest schools

Mon, 02/16/2015 - 6:12pm
WESTON (WAOW) -- Band students at D.C. Everest schools are sharing music this week with a nationally acclaimed group.

New study shows teens aren't getting enough sleep

Mon, 02/16/2015 - 5:59pm
A new study shows teenagers are not getting enough sleep, and it's affecting how they do in school and their health.  

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