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La Crosse man robbed at knifepoint
A La Crosse man said he was robbed of $43 and a lottery ticket at knifepoint in South La Crosse late Monday, according to police reports.
La Crosse police investigating South Side shooting
La Crosse police are investigating a shooting Sunday night outside a South Side tavern.
Driver cited for 20th operating while suspended violation
A Milwaukee man was cited early Monday in Eau Claire County for his 20th operating while suspended violation, according to the Wisconsin State Patrol.
Victims identified in two-car crash in Crawford County
TOWN OF EASTMAN — Two people were killed and a third injured in a two-car crash Sunday afternoon in the town of Eastman.
Tick season in full swing
It’s tick season again, and experts recommend that people be aware of the risks and disease prevention strategies as they spend more time outside.
More than 2,300 wait for organ transplants in Wisconsin
DARBOY, Wis. (AP) — A left ventricular assist device, along with a bulky battery pack and controller, has been a part of Bruce Nechodom’s life since since his heart attack in late 2013.
Critics blast legislators over sports measure in education bill
MADISON — Critics are blasting legislators after the state’s budget committee passed a surprise motion last week that would allow private, home-schooled and online charter students to particip…
Shilling finds being in 'top 40' flattering, but family keeps her grounded
State Sen. Jennifer Shilling is traveling in heady circles as one of the Washington Post’s “40 Most Interesting Women in Politics,” but she is not letting the attention go to her head.
Beyond borders: Cities, towns try to trade past turf disputes for collaboration
Several La Crosse area municipalities may be poised this year to push beyond past border battles and forge agreements that could lead to more regional cooperation rather than clashes over turf.
As Wisconsin graduation rates rise, La Crosse sees a decline
Graduation rates for Wisconsin students have seen steady increases over the past five years. While La Crosse School District graduation remain higher than the state average, the district has s…
The La Crosse County Memorial Day honor roll
There are 280 in all. They range in age from 18 to 45. Two were women. All made the ultimate sacrifice. Whether they volunteered or answered a draft notice, these soldiers, sailors, airmen and…
Migratory bird hike at Cardinal Bluff Saturday
DE SOTO -- Mississippi Valley Conservancy and the Ferryville Tourism Council will offer a bird watching hike at 8 a.m. Saturday to the ridge-top overlook at newly named Cardinal Bluff in De Soto.
Decorah man killed in Fayette County crash
FAYETTE, Iowa — A Decorah, Iowa, man was killed in a head-on car-semi crash late Sunday morning, the Iowa State Patrol reported
Temporary bridge in place on Hwy. 26 south of Brownsville
Motorists will encounter short traffic delays south of Brownsville on Hwy. 26 to await their turns on a single-lane temporary bridge, while a new bridge is constructed, according to the Minnes…
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Battle of the Mud set for June 6 at Fort McCoy
FORT MCCOY — The Battle of the Mud will be June 6 at Whitetail Ridge Ski Area.
Hometown History: 1955 Memorial Day Assembly
THE WAY IT WAS: This scene from 60 years ago shows the 1955 Memorial Day assembly at Central High School, then located at 16th and Cass sts. This ceremony took place Friday, May 27, 1955, (thr…
Hope and heartbreak in Minnesota student stories
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With a business to run and three children, Rahima Aman doesn't have much spare time.
Walker second in southern GOP straw poll
OKLAHOMA CITY — Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker finished second in a straw poll of southern Republicans over the week, indicating troubles at home haven’t affected support among conservatives acro…
