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New rec area on old munitions site to get final inspection
Final inspections are taking place this weekend at an old munitions complex in Sauk County that's the site of a new state recreation area.
Suspect in trooper slaying had warrant for domestic assault
A man suspected of killing a Wisconsin state trooper in a shootout had been wanted on a Michigan warrant for domestic assault.
Wisconsin agencies administered $12.1 billion in federal aid
A new state audit shows Wisconsin state agencies administered $12.1 billion in federal dollars during fiscal year 2013-14.
Funeral Friday for Wis. Marine killed in training exercise
A U.S. Marine killed when a military helicopter crashed during a Florida training mission will eulogized in Port Washington.
Kids in La Crosse meet 'Buckets Blakes' of Harlem Globetrotters
Buckets Blakes of the Harlem Globetrotters met with kids in the La Crosse community on Friday.
Michigan family suing Wisconsin Dells resort over injury
A Wisconsin Dells resort is being sued by a Michigan family that claims a teenage boy was injured on a ride that the business knew was unsafe.
Chemical spill shuts down interstate in Janesville
Traffic was still backed up at noon Friday on westbound Interstate 39/90 in Janesville, and several people were evacuated from their homes nearby because of a chemical spill.
Police ID teens in stolen car killed in Milwaukee crash
Milwaukee police have identified two teenage boys killed when the driver of the stolen vehicle they were riding in ran a stop sign and collided with another car.
$7,000 donated to help prevent child abuse in La Crosse area
Dahl Subaru and Subaru of America donated $7,000 to the Family & Children’s Center in La Crosse.
Sheboygan man sentenced in fatal overdose
A Sheboygan man has been sentenced to four years in prison for selling heroin that resulted in an overdose death.
Couple accused of locking teen in basement
A Brookfield couple is accused of locking their 13-year-old daughter in the basement and forcing her to wear a diaper.
Former Dane County deputy pleads guilty in deaths of 2
A former Dane County sheriff's deputy has changed his plea to guilty in the killings of his wife and sister-in-law.
La Crosse Central?s Erin Hennessy receives nearly $35,000
La Crosse Central High School senior Erin Hennessy was presented with a check Thursday for nearly $35,000.
Wisconsin DNR moves 26 elk to Jackson Co.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has moved 26 elk from Kentucky to Jackson County.
Authorities search Mississippi River for missing Minnesota boy
Police say the father of a missing 10-year-old Crystal boy was seen near the Mississippi River shortly after his son disappeared.
Funeral set for slain Wisconsin trooper
Gov. Scott Walker has ordered flags in Wisconsin lowered to half-staff in Casper's honor through Tuesday.
Time running out for pet licensure
If you live in Wisconsin time is running out on licensing your dog or cat without getting late fee.
I-90 construction will affect commute near La Crosse
Now that road construction is here expect some delays during your commute.
Mayo starts surgeries after removing dust-ridden equipment
Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse is getting back on track after canceling some of its surgeries because of concerns over patient safety.
La Crosse Heroin and Illicit Drug Task Force hosts speaker
La Crosse's Heroin and Illicit Drug Task Force is continuing its efforts to expand its focus and educate itself about a variety of drugs.
