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DNR endorses groups' deer herd recommendations, despite CWD
Advisory committees in nearly 10 counties want to grow or maintain their local deer herds even though chronic wasting disease has been found within their borders or nearby.
Lawsuit over planned sports complex reaches trial
The trial over plans to develop a sports complex at the "Field of Dreams" movie site in eastern Iowa is underway.
Somalia extremists urge attacks on US shopping malls
A video purported to be by Somalia's al-Qaida-linked rebel group al-Shabab urged Muslims to attack shopping malls in the U.S., Canada, Britain and other Western countries.
Second fight over union rights comes to Wisconsin
The fight over union rights returns to Wisconsin this week, four years after a debate that sparked massive protests and catapulted Gov. Scott Walker onto the national political stage, setting up his likely presidential run.
Wisconsin lawmaker wants to repeal handgun waiting period
A Racine lawmaker wants to repeal Wisconsin's 48-hour waiting period to buy handguns.
Lake Superior State glad of Snyder backing for water center
Officials at Lake Superior State University say they're excited about the prospect of opening a planned Center for Freshwater Research and Education now that they have backing from Michigan's governor for the $12 million project.
A community fights back: residents seek to stop a deadly trend
In the past week, there have been two drug-related deaths and seven close calls.
Kaminsky scores 21, No. 5 Wisconsin beats Minnesota
Frank Kaminsky scored 21 points, Bronson Koenig added a career-high 17 and No. 5 Wisconsin beat Minnesota 63-53 Saturday for its 10th straight win.
Animal lovers took a 'Cause for Paws' to say thank you
Those at the Coulee Region Humane Society took a "Cause for Paws" on Saturday to say thank you to workers, volunteers and donors.
No one injured in Saturday morning in kitchen fire
No one was injured in a Saturday morning kitchen fire in La Crosse.
Prom dress resale helping students sell gowns
The first day of the "It Makes Cents" prom dress resale starts Saturday.
Coffee tasting raises money for Central America Library project
Grounded Specialty Coffee held a fundraiser to support the Global Partners Nicaragua Lending Library project.
La Crosse Public Library hosts animal transportation workshop
Animal Rescuers Network held a workshop on transporting pets from high populated shelters Saturday.
La Crosse County holds only 2015 Medication Drop Off
Coulee region residents had their chance to drop off any unwanted and unused medications Saturday.
Milwaukee police: Officer injures man who pointed gun at him
Milwaukee police say an officer shot and injured an 18-year-old man who pointed a gun at him.
Sturgeon spearing season ends in Wisconsin
The sturgeon spearing season has ended, with more than 2,100 fish harvested.
Wisconsin cheese maker to release 20-year-old cheddar in May
Cheese lovers are already lining up to lock in a nibble when a Wisconsin cheese maker releases a 20-year-old cheddar this summer.
Woman who died after SUV went into icy Milwaukee river IDed
Authorities have identified a 25-year-old woman who died after her SUV went off a viaduct and crashed into an icy river in Milwaukee.
Accidental shooting in Madison triggers campus lockdown
An accidental shooting at a Madison blood bank led to a lockdown at a nearby college campus.
DOJ will continue prescription drug disposal effort
The state will take the lead in collecting and disposing of unused prescription drugs, now that the federal program has ended.
