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Alcohol, swift current factors in Red Cedar River death
Authorities say a 43-year-old New Auburn woman has died after she entered the Red Cedar River in Dunn County.
Man: “that’s what you get” after officer hurts hand breaking car window to save dog
Two people were not happy Friday after police broke their car window to save a dog they left inside while shopping.
Trempealeau County Fair wraps up
Another event in the area is also wrapping up this afternoon.
Mediterranean Festival wraps up another year
Today was the last day of the Mediterranean Festival at St. Elias church in La Crosse.
La Crosse experts preview Democratic National Convention
Starting Monday, the Democrats will convene in Philadelphia to officially name Hillary Clinton as their party's nominee.
Gundersen Health System calls for change in Prostate testing
Gundersen Health System says that a government suggestion may be the reason more men are dying from prostate cancer.
President Obama signs Simcakoski bill
President Obama has signed a bill with a local connection.
Justice Prosser says goodbye to the Wisconsin Supreme Court
Sunday was the official start of a new era for the Wisconsin Justice System.
Pizza delivery driver shot in Minneapolis
A pizza delivery driver was critically injured when he was shot after making his last delivery of the night.
Last dance: Hundreds attend prom for dying Appleton teen
A 14-year-old Wisconsin girl suffering from an illness that will take her life has decided to unhook her ventilator and die — but not before she attended prom.
Officer injured, shots fired after suspect steals squad car
An officer is injured and two suspects are in custody after one man stole a squad car in Wisconsin.
For Prosser, long career overshadowed by one heated moment
Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice David Prosser has been a teacher, prosecutor, legislator and a judge. But he'll likely be remembered most for getting into a physical altercation with another justice.
Habitat for Humanity helps family build home from ground up
Ann Lorenz and her family will soon be moving into their new home after hundreds of hours of hard work.
Fastpitch Softball tourny comes to La Crosse
The rain didn't prevent people from playing a little softball Saturday afternoon.
Brice Prarie introduces new canoe trail
Area outdoors men will have a new type of trail to explore in Brice Prairie.
Law Enforcement Appreciation Rally to be held
In light of the recent violence towards police in Dallas and Baton Rouge, the Barnstad market in Tomah will be holding a Law Enforcement appreciation rally Sunday night.
Rain doesn't stop the Bountiful Gardens Tour
Despite the rain today, people were out exploring local gardens for a good cause.
West Allis man charged with buying gun used to shoot officer
A West Allis man has been charged in federal court for allegedly buying the gun that was used in the shooting of a Milwaukee police officer.
Rescuers find body of man who fell into St. Croix
Authorities have recovered the body of a 26-year-old Chisago City man a week after he slipped on a rock and fell into the St. Croix River near Taylors Falls.
Pastor leaves Racine police commission over online posts
A pastor has resigned from the Racine Police and Fire Commission amid a backlash over social media posts, including some that critics felt portrayed law enforcement as racist.
