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Motorcycle crash changes couple's lives in 'split second'
Tina and Erik Christianson are taking an upbeat approach to crafting new lives in the aftermath of a motorcycle crash in July that forced the amputation of Tina's left leg and a metal rod in E…
Wisconsin traffic deaths heading for seven-decade low
MADISON (AP) — Wisconsin is on track to record the lowest number of traffic fatalities statewide since 1943, transportation officials said.
‘The jury did the right thing today’
A La Crosse County jury on Thursday acquitted Mitrel Anderson of four different homicide charges in the 2013 fatal stabbing of DeMario Lee at a La Crosse gas station.
Wisconsin ranks 32nd in private-sector job growth
MADISON — Wisconsin ranks 32nd in private-sector job growth and lags behind the national average for the 12-month period that ended in June, according to the latest figures released Thursday b…
Board says yes to Park Plaza sale, landfill area purchase
The La Crosse County Board focused Thursday on land transactions, authorizing the sale of its long-vacant Park Plaza property while at the same time moving to acquire an empty house and acreag…
Salvation Army hopes to bank on another match day
Saturday will be The Salvation Army’s second match day this season, when individuals and businesses will sponsor various Red Kettles, matching up to $22,000 collected in La Crosse and Onalaska.
Jury finds Anderson not guilty in Kwik Trip homicide
Jurors today found Mitrel Anderson not guilty in the June 2, 2013, fatal stabbing of DeMario Lee at the Cass Street Kwik Trip.
Sen. Johnson criticizes Obama’s approach to Cuba
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson on Thursday criticized President Barack Obama’s push to normalize relations with Cuba, calling his approach “ham-handed” and questioning the president’s legal authority t…
Berger, Brekke accept Iverson Freking award with humility
The two recipients of the 2015 Iverson Freking Ecumenical Recognition Award expressed humility tinged with embarrassment over being honored for what they say comes naturally.
Andrew Dahl to be Dahl Automotive's fifth president
Dahl Automotive announced Wednesday that Andrew Dahl will become the organization's fifth president on Jan. 1.
Westby teen charged in crash with cyclist
A 17-year-old Westby girl has been charged with reckless driving in a crash that seriously injured a bicyclist.
Faulty gauge blamed for Midwest Asphalt explosion
Investigators are blaming a faulty gauge for the Nov. 19 asphalt tank explosion that rocked the city’s North Side.
At the pumps on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2014
Prices Thursday for a gallon of regular gas:
Warrens man indicted on federal gun charges
A Warrens, Wis., man twice charged this year with possession of a firearm by a felon has been indicted on federal weapons charges.
Update: Jury deliberating in Mitrel Anderson trial
Jurors in Mitrel Anderson’s trial for the 2013 stabbing death of DeMario began deliberating their verdict at 12:25 p.m.
Lyn Halvorson returns to the La Crosse district as nutrition program leader
After more than a decade leading the school nutrition program in Winona, Minn., Lyn Halvorson is returning to the La Crosse School District.
My (awkward) experience on Tinder in a small town
Dear single people: Imagine a digital menu displaying an array of potential suitors in your geographical area that you can flip through at your leisure on your smartphone.
Still time to help For Goodness' Sake program
Local agencies helped by the Holiday For Goodness' Sake program say the needs of many area families have already been met this holiday season but there are still ways to help.
Coalition of builders opposes right to work
MADISON (AP) — A newly formed coalition of more than 300 construction-related private businesses in Wisconsin announced Wednesday that it will work to defeat a right-to-work proposal being dis…
Humane Society gets $5,000 grant from ASPCA
The Coulee Region Humane Society received a $5,000 grant from the American Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals this month to purchase a tag machine and microchip scanners.
