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Walker says Bush decision on 2016 doesn't affect him
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush's decision to "actively explore" running for president doesn't affect his own consideration of getting into the race.
Skiers and residents react to potential Granite Peak expansion
RIB MOUNTAIN (WAOW) - Skiers and Rib Mountain residents are reacting to a proposal to expand the Granite Peak ski area on more land in Rib Mountain State Park.
Tuesday Sports Report: SPASH basketball cruises to 5th win
Scores, results and highlights from Tuesday's high school sports action.
Fischer gets 19 in debut, Marquette beats Sun Devils 78-71
Center Luke Fischer had 19 points and nine rebounds in his first game for Marquette, and Jajuan Johnson added 22 points to spark the Golden Eagles' 78-71 win Tuesday night over Arizona State.
Outdoors with Lauren: Exploring Life Under the Ice
Do not try this at home. That's my message for this week's Outdoors with Lauren. We go on plenty of adventures and let me tell you, this one was terrifying.It was an icy cold quest with a goal of getting an up close look at some impressive fish.
Obama signs $1.1 trillion spending bill into law
President Barack Obama has signed a massive $1.1 trillion spending bill that keeps the government operating over the next nine months.
Generous donation in Langlade County
An anonymous donor is making the Salvation Army in Langlade County very happy.
Inappropriate sexual behavior nets priest $250 fine
An 89-year-old Roman Catholic priest has been removed from public ministry after a strange incident at a Wausau massage spa.
Wisconsin ranked as 12th highest taxed
A new analysis finds that Wisconsin is the 12th highest taxed state in the country and third highest in the upper Midwest.
$151M verdict over Wal-Mart workers' breaks upheld
Pennsylvania's highest court is upholding a $151 million verdict in favor of employees at Wal-Mart and Sam's Club who say they were forced to work through their breaks.
Boys & Girls Club wants new Stevens Point home
STEVENS POINT (WAOW) - Leaders of Boys & Girls Club are asking Portage County residents for help in building a new $4.2 million home for the Stevens Point club.
Granite Peak Ski Area owners propose plan to expand
Big changes may be coming to Granite Peak Ski Area in Rib Mountain. Leaders announced a proposal to expand slopes and add lodging Tuesday.
Walker: Bush decision on 2016 doesn't affect him
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush's decision to "actively explore" running for president doesn't affect his own consideration of getting into the race.
Director of "Frozen" apologizing for children who won't "Let It Go"
The director of "Frozen" is apologizing to parents whose children just won't "Let It Go."
School teaches the importance of giving
A Rothschild school is teaching its students the importance of giving this Christmas season.
Why the climate could impact how much money you make
There may be a downside to living in place with warm beaches and sunny skies.
Flooding closes section of highway in Menominee County
Flooding has closed a section of highway in Keshena.
Sketch released in unsolved Aug. Hatley robbery
Four months after a Hatley bank robbery, the Marathon County Sheriff's Department has released a sketch of the suspect.
Baraboo adopts transgender athletic policy
The Baraboo School Board has amended its athletic and co-curricular activities policy to prohibit discrimination against transgender students.
Marquette University receives $3.5M donation
Marquette University has received a $3.5 million gift to fund capital improvement projects in the school's oldest building.