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Thousands of students leaving La Crosse will impact local business
By May 20 area college campuses will be dead.
Some Republican lawmakers want to repeal state's prevailing wage law
Wisconsin construction workers' wages could change if a piece of legislation is approved.
La Crosse County gets funding to look at climate change effects
La Crosse County officials are looking at how climate change has affected the area.
Weather conditions right for more ticks, mosquitoes
The weather is starting to warm up, and that means more ticks and mosquitoes in the area.
Turkey farmer hit by bird flu sees emotional, financial toll
Turkey farmer Greg Langmo says he knew right away when the flock that usually clustered around him turned lethargic that his Minnesota farm had been struck by the bird flu that has shaken the poultry industry.
La Crosse boat landing closed
The Municipal Boat Landing on Marco Road in La Crosse will be closed until further notice while repairs are made.
Town of Onalaska man arrested for possession of child pornography
A 38-year-old Town of Onalaska man was arrested on Monday on a charge of possession of child pornography.
Wisconsin Supreme Court reinstates conviction
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has overturned a lower court ruling and reinstated a fourth drunken driving conviction against a Madison area man.
WKBT News 8 named ?Station of the Year' for 6th year in a row
WKBT-TV News 8 has been named the 2014 News Operation of the Year and Station of the Year for the sixth year in a row, and was honored with 30 other Wisconsin Broadcasters Association awards at the organization’s annual awards gala Saturday night.
3 men charged with 33 counts of burglary in Eau Claire
Eau Claire police said citizens should be proactive in crime prevention.
Roggensack says she doesn't want to fight with justices
Newly elected Wisconsin Supreme Court Chief Justice Patience Roggensack says she doesn't want to pick a fight with other justices, even though her selection as its leader is contested.
Walker to speak at GOP convention, Kaine at Democrats
Gov. Scott Walker is slated to speak at the Wisconsin Republican Party convention later this month, while Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine will keynote the state Democratic Party meeting next month.
Webcams keep eye on peregrine falcon nests in Wisconsin
Webcams are tracking the habits of peregrine falcons in southeastern Wisconsin, including one nest where chicks are expected to hatch soon.
Teen pleads not guilty to stabbing fisherman to death
A Minnesota teen has pleaded not guilty to stabbing a fisherman to death in a confrontation along the St. Croix River.
Body of River Falls student recovered from river
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls confirms the death of one of its students whose body was found in a local river after leaving a bar.
Limo carrying students headed to prom goes up in flames
What was supposed to be a prom night to remember took a heated turn for some Columbus High School students when their limo started fire Saturday night.
Vikings exercise contract options on Harrison Smith, Kalil
The Minnesota Vikings have exercised the fifth-year options on the contracts for safety Harrison Smith and left tackle Matt Kalil.
La Crosse possibly moving utility payments to the internet
La Crosse is moving into the digital age when it comes to billing residents.
Organization makes Mother's Day gift bags for NICU moms
Mother's Day is Sunday, but for parents of babies in the NICU, it can be a stressful holiday.
Mayo Clinic Campus in Onalaska is one step closer to becoming a reality
A Mayo Clinic Health System development in Onalaska is now one step closer to becoming a reality after a traffic impact study is completed of the proposed site.
