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Shot fired at Winona Walmart -- by a shopping cart, not a gun
WINONA, Minn. -- A bullet was fired at the Winona Walmart on Saturday.
Obama allies vow to fight his State of the Union plea on trade
WASHINGTON (TNS) — While some of President Barack Obama’s staunchest allies are vowing to fight legislation he has requested to expand his power to negotiate trade agreements, two area congres…
Report raised spectre of 'drug diversion'
TOMAH — A report on prescription drug practices at the Tomah Veterans Administration Hospital raised the possibility of drugs being diverted beyond the hospital’s gates.
Wis. DNR recommends updating frac-sand mining study
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board is considering updating a 2012 analysis it did of industrial frac sand mining in western counties and elsewhere in the state.
Addicted to the lifestyle? Repeat drug dealer gets 1.5 years prison
Try as he might, Louis Ray just hasn’t managed to go straight. He spent the better part of his 20s in prison and has been arrested at least 11 times since 1994 on drug trafficking charges.
Democrats say GOP isn't focused on what matters
MADISON — Republicans aren't focusing on what matters most to people in Wisconsin and Gov. Scott Walker is distracted by a potential presidential run, Democrats in the state Senate argued Wedn…
Newborn HAL back in Tomah
Three times a year Newborn HAL, an advanced, computerized simulation doll comes to Tomah.
State Democrats say Republicans aren't focused on what matters
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Senate Democrats say Republicans aren't focusing on what matters most to people in the state, and that Gov. Scott Walker is distracted by a potential presidential run.
Royalty fires kids up for Mardi Gras
The students at Cathedral Elementary School started their Wednesday with a rousing sing-along: "When the Saints Go Marching In."
Language experts: English spelling needs overhaul
Today Sam will plow through the city’s rough boroughs in search of artisanal cookie dough, even though he ought to stay home to nurse his cough.
Study: Keep Myrick Center open to public; second hearing today
The public has told the city it wants the former EcoCenter in Myrick Park to remain available for community use, with an emphasis on education and without excessive charges or fees.
Daley wants to be first Wisconsin justice to vote for chief
MADISON — Wisconsin Supreme Court challenger James Daley said Tuesday he wants to be the first justice to vote for a new chief of the high court.
Winter Extravaganza set for Jan. 24 at McCoy's Whitetail Ridge Ski Area
FORT McCOY — Whitetail Ridge Ski Area’s annual Winter Extravaganza event will be at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Leadership at Noon to feature Dave Rogers
Dave Rogers, owner of Dave’s Guitar Shop in La Crosse, will speak as part of the Viterbo University Leadership at Noon Series on Tuesday in room 107 or the Reinhart Center.
Daley: Gay marriage should be decided by states
MADISON -- State Supreme Court candidate James Daley said Tuesday deciding whether same-sex couples should be allowed to marry is a matter for states, not the federal courts, which in the past…
Great Rivers United Way campaign goal within reach
With just over a week and a half left in its 2014-15 Campaign, Great Rivers United Way still needs to raise approximately $100,000 to meet this year’s goal.
Biggest Health Challenge-La Crosse to promote
The fourth annual Biggest Health Challenge-La Crosse adds a twist to its predecessors, concentrating on overall wellness instead of just weight loss.
Corps called on to study BNSF line
U.S. Rep. Ron Kind of La Crosse joined U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin on Tuesday to formally request the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers do an environmental study on the potential effects a second BN…
