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Xiong died of cold water drowning
A 27-year-old fisherman recovered Friday from the Mississippi River in downtown La Crosse died of an accidental cold water drowning, La Crosse County Medical Examiner Tim Candahl said Monday.
Mitrel Anderson arrested, jailed for drunken driving
A man acquitted in a fatal stabbing at Kwik Trip in June 2013 was arrested early today for drunken driving.
Walker revved to ride his Harley across another state: New Hampshire
As much as Gov. Scott Walker revels in riding his Harley throughout Wisconsin, he says he also is wired to roar his Road King around another state: New Hampshire — the first primary state in p…
Walker to address tourism conference in La Crosse today
Fresh off his weekend visit to New Hampshire, Gov. Scott Walker is scheduled to address Wisconsin tourism officials today at the Governor's Conference on Tourism in La Crosse.
Local school districts see relief at pump
Gasoline isn’t the only fuel to come down in price since last year. According to AAA’s daily fuel gauge report, diesel in the La Crosse metro area is at $2.89 per gallon, down from $4.02 a yea…
Citizen Diplomacy Celebration on Thursday
World Services of La Crosse will honor four Wisconsin residents at its annual Citizen Diplomacy Celebration at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 26, featuring an international dinner with complimentar…
Hometown history: 1911 street scene
THE WAY IT WAS: This circa 1911 street scene shows a Ruplin Baking Co. truck and driver during a delivery at the La Crosse Chop House which was located at 122 N. Third St. Of added interest ar…
Another year of drama at B-T eagles’ nest
The bald eagle pair in Decorah, Iowa, might be more famous, reliably producing brood after brood of young chicks on camera for the Internet and world to see.
Should La Crosse police Campbell?
The La Crosse Police Department is proposing to take over policing in Campbell, but the merger has gotten a chilly reception from town leaders wary of ceding any type of authority to the city.
Referendum includes pool upgrade
WEST SALEM — The West Salem School District hopes to answer the community’s request for updates to Swarthout Swimming Pool with its April 7 referendum.
Wisconsin freedom of information advocates seek shorter wait
MADISON — Freedom of information advocates in Wisconsin say the state’s law makes it too easy for officials to drag their feet in filling requests.
Devastating effect of ‘Candy Land’ VA hospital reach beyond veterans
On a clear August morning, Amish carpenter William Miller and his family climbed into their black horse-drawn buggy and headed out to the nearest big-box store, a 16-mile journey from their ce…
Gundersen MS educational event set
Gundersen Health System’s next free educational event for people with multiple sclerosis, their friends and family will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, March 23, at the Lunda Center on the Western T…
UW-L math department honored with state teaching award
The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents has selected the UW-La Crosse’s Mathematics Department to receive the regents’ 2015 Teaching Excellence Award. Only one academic department …
Devastating effect of ‘Candy Land’ VA hospital reach beyond veterans (copy)
On a clear August morning, Amish carpenter William Miller and his family climbed into their black horse-drawn buggy and headed out to the nearest big-box store, a 16-mile journey from their ce…
Pets of the week for Sunday, March 15
Titania is a 1-year-old domestic short-hair tortoiseshell cat. She is a sweet, affectionate and playful, and would do best in a quiet home with a family that is willing to give her time to get…
Shilling announces budget listening sessions
In order to provide an opportunity to learn about Governor Scott Walker’s budget and comment on his proposals, State Sen. Jennifer Shilling, D-La Crosse, will be holding several listening sess…
In New Hampshire, Scott Walker lays out three pillars of potential presidential platform
CONCORD, N.H. — Gov. Scott Walker introduced himself to New Hampshire Republicans here Saturday, outlining a three-pronged potential presidential theme focused on growth, reform and safety — a…
La Crosse Segway Tours to roll out next month
Anyone searching for a segue from one activity to another while visiting La Crosse will be able to hop on a Segway and tool around town.
