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Lang Drive closed during night for repairs
Lang Drive will be closed at night for approximately the next three weeks.
Over 250 municipal positions in Minnesota without candidates
Dozens of Minnesota city councils, township board and mayoral elections are without candidates this year.
Teen given 15 years in fatal shooting of ex-girlfriend's mom
A central Wisconsin teenager has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for killing the mother of his ex-girlfriend.
Woman accused of killing son will have psychiatric exam
A Sheboygan Falls woman accused of killing her 2-year-old son will have a psychiatric exam after pleading not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect to the charges against her.
2-year-old drowns in Menomonee Falls
A young boy found unresponsive in an above-ground swimming pool in Menomonee Falls has died.
Beef and Zucchini "Noodle" Lasagna & Cowboy Casserole
Angie Horkan from the Wisconsin Beef Council stopped by News 8 This Morning to share a few September Recipes
Holmen homicide trial delayed five months
The trial for a Holmen man accused of brutally murdering his girlfriend is being delayed.
Interim principal approved for Central High School
Troy McDonald will take over on an interim basis for Jeff Fleig, who left the district in mid-August.
City takes first steps for 'Castle' bed and breakfast proposal
The historic "Castle on Cass" could potentially become a bed and breakfast in the future if the sale of the home is completed.
News 8 Investigates - Harm reduction program
The Salvation Army of La Crosse studies a program to allow people using drugs and alcohol to stay at its shelter.
Governor Walker issues State of Emergency for Trempealeau, Buffalo, Eau Claire Counties
Wisconsin Governor Scot Walker issues an executive order today declaring a State of Emergency in Eau Claire, Buffalo, and Trempealeau Counties.
Back to school: Teachers prepare for a new year
As summer comes to an end, many kids and parents will be preparing for the first day of school Thursday.
NFIP up for reauthorization, could include changes
As communities in our area recover from recent flooding many are seeking financial aid from the National Flood Insurance Program.
Ron Johnson talks to local business owners
Senator Ron Johnson stopped in La Crosse Monday.
New hotels help spur economic growth during summer tourism season
The summer tourism season is winding down in the La Crosse area, but unlike past years, there were four new hotels in the downtown area.
Prosecutor downgrades charge in interstate shooting case
A Wisconsin prosecutor downgraded the most serious charge Monday against a man accused of killing an Illinois woman in an interstate drive-by shooting, saying the lesser count reflects what he's learning about the man's troubled mental state.
Abortions in Wisconsin drop for sixth straight year
The number of abortions performed in Wisconsin has dropped for the sixth straight year.
Man gets nose partially bit off in La Crosse bar fight
Part of a man's nose was bit off during a bar fight in La Crosse last weekend.
Robert Redford makes fundraising plea for Feingold
Hollywood movie star Robert Redford is asking for money to support Democratic Wisconsin Senate candidate Russ Feingold.
7-year-old raises money for new police dog
A young boy with a big heart is helping the Green Bay Police Department deal with the loss of one of its police dogs.
