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FBI conclusively links North Korea to Sony hack
The Obama administration says it's determined the North Korean government was behind a devastating hacking attack against Sony Pictures Entertainment.
Chef shares creative Christmas cookie recipe
Newsline 9 stopped by Zest Bakery and Coffeehouse in Stevens Point to find out how to make perfect Christmas cookie platters.
Ed Dept. releases 'framework' to rate colleges
Colleges and universities have fretted over how they will be judged under a new college ratings system President Barack Obama announced last year would be developed to encourage transparency and affordability.
Clark Co. teen reunites with strangers that saved his life
A Clark County seventh grader is alive after nearly dying two weekends ago thanks to a couple he didn't even know.
Nearly 400 Toys for Tots collected at Christmas concert
WAUSAU (WAOW)--It's a tradition that died out decades ago, but now that tradition is back.
Law makes Honor Flight more comfortable for veterans
Lawmakers are trying to make Honor Flights more comfortable for veterans.
Rodgers says relax merchandise up for grabs
"Frankie says Relax" shirts were popular in the '80's.
Packers' front 5 helps keep offense humming
AP Sports WriterThe Green Bay Packers keep absorbing the hits on the offensive line.But as far as the linemen are concerned, better that they take the blows than quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
Wisconsin's Chryst to make $2.3M in first year as coach
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Wisconsin's Paul Chryst got a five-year deal to return to become the head coach at his alma mater. He will make $2.3 million in his first year.
Bucks center Larry Sanders suspended for 1 game
NEW YORK (AP) -- Milwaukee center Larry Sanders was suspended for one game without pay by the NBA on Thursday for pushing Portland forward Nicolas Batum in the back as he elevated toward the basket.The fourth-quarter incident in the Bucks' 104-97 loss at Portland on Wednesday night was upgraded to a Flagrant Foul 2. Sanders sat out the Bucks' game Thursday night in Sacramento.
Mount Union, Wisconsin-Whitewater meet for title
AP Sports WriterFamiliar foes will meet in Friday night's Amos Alonzo Stagg Bowl when Mount Union and Wisconsin-Whitewater square off for the Division-III national champion.
Northwoods woman gives her friend the gift of life
SUGAR CAMP (WAOW) -- Eight years ago, Jean Neumann of St. Germain was diagnosed with kidney disease.
Elementary school student council donates items to homeless
Some elementary school students in Wausau are helping the homeless.
Doctors starting to see flu in central Wisconsin, expect more cases
Health experts warn the flu is getting closer to central Wisconsin.
Suspect picture released in Rhinelander credit card theft case
The Oneida County Sheriff's Office wants your help tracking down the suspects in a stolen credit card case.
Wausau program gets gifts for kids of jail inmates
WAUSAU (WAOW) - About 75 children whose parents are in the Marathon County Jail will be getting some Christmas presents -- thanks to a program called Kids Kount.
Wis. ranks 32nd in private-sector jobs growth
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Wisconsin ranks 32nd in private-sector job growth for the 12-month period ending in June.
Semi-tractor burned up in unusual Spencer fire
SPENCER – The tractor of a semi-truck burned up Thursday shortly after the rig pulled through Spencer and the driver noticed smoke coming from the sleeper department, Police Chief Shawn Bauer said.
Bears bench QB Jay Cutler for Clausen
Chicago Bears coach Marc Trestman says quarterback Jay Cutler is being benched in favor of Jimmy Clausen.
Girl, 13, competent to stand trial in stabbing
A Wisconsin judge has ruled that one of two girls accused of stabbing a classmate to please a fantasy character known as Slender Man is competent to stand trial.
