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Gov. Walker calls for changes in deer wasting disease plan
Republican Gov. Scott Walker announced a series of changes in Wisconsin's chronic wasting disease plan Friday, calling for more studies and guidelines for the deer farm industry but rejecting suggestions to resume thinning the state's herds.
Wisconsin Sen. Johnson says he's 'sympathetic' with Trump
Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson said Friday that he's "sympathetic with someone like Mr. Trump" and wants to give the presumptive Republican presidential nominee time to get smart on policy issues before pressuring others in the party to endorse him.
GOP Convention: Walker touts Ron Johnson, ignores Donald Trump
Gov. Scott Walker says Republicans need to "focus like a laser beam" on helping Sen. Ron Johnson win re-election, but he isn't making the same call to action for Donald Trump.
New details released about the death of a UWL student
New details are painting a picture of the death of a UW-La Crosse student.
Historic tour gives residents a glimpse back in time
You have the chance to take a step back in time this weekend.
Coconut Joe's to close its doors after 20 years
The end of an era is coming to downtown La Crosse.
Eye Piece: Rudy's roller skating car hops
Rudy's Drive In is a staple in La Crosse, but it hasn't always had the charm of the roller skating car hops.
Local school districts assessing federal letter regarding transgender bathroom policies
In the midst of a court battle with North Carolina over a controversial law limiting transgender access to bathrooms, the White House issued letters to public schools stating they must allow transgender students to use the bathroom corresponding with their gender identities, and local school districts are beginning to assess what that means for them.
The Weber family given the Red Shield Award for Community Service
Don and Roxanne Weber are awarded for their contributions to our community and for growing businesses and jobs in downtown La Crosse.
Man charged with snowmobile death drives car into water
A man recently acquitted of homicide charges for operating while intoxicated admitted to crashing his vehicle into the water off of a bike trail.
Official: State Fair Park director ignored pay raise process
Officials say the firing of the State Fair Park executive director this week came after he ignored the state approval process and gave himself and 31 other executives merit pay increases totaling about $78,000.
City votes to close Memorial Pool
Your summer dreams of spending the day at La Crosse's oldest pool will have to wait until next year.
City approves sober-living facility on La Crosse's Northside
Residents on La Crosse's Northside will be getting a new neighbor.
Area mail carriers to help stamp out hunger
Area mail carriers are helping stamp out hunger.
Gundersen Medical Foundation's resident housing set to open in June
Medical residents at Gundersen Health System will soon have a new place to call home.
La Crosse Co. Tavern League to start taxi service
La Crosse’s Common Council approved La Crosse County Tavern League's new business venture Thursday night.
School finds new way to combat bullying
A new study says bullying is a more serious problem than first thought.
Inmates returning to Monroe County
Monroe County had to send dozens of its inmates out of county at a time due to overcrowding lasting more than a decade, but with their new jail, they're now able to house them again.
Trump support focus of Wis. state GOP convention
Donald Trump has nearly secured the Republican Party nomination for president, but many Wisconsin Republicans are having a tough time accepting him as their candidate.
MPD believes gas station shooting connected to 2 others
Madison police say they believe strongly that a deadly shooting Wednesday night at a gas station in the Town of Madison is connected to two other shootings.