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Republicans consider 'John Doe' changes
MADISON -- Republican lawmakers are considering changes to Wisconsin’s “John Doe” law after two lengthy investigations into Gov. Scott Walker’s campaign and aides have raised questions about h…
Onalaska teen gets kick out of Lambeau visit
Kaley Manglitz now has a better idea what it must feel like to be Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in front of 80,000 fans at Lambeau Field. Just before the start of last week’s Pac…
Mismanagement allegations at Pearl Harbor memorial
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii — The USS Arizona is one of the nation’s most hallowed sites, an underwater grave for more than 900 sailors and Marines killed when Japan bombed Pearl Harbor and sank thei…
Ho-Chunk to finally get 1,500 acres at closed Badger plant
The Ho-Chunk Nation will receive 1,553 acres at the closed Badger Army Ammunition Plant, a deal 16 years in the making, Sen. Tammy Baldwin announced Friday.
Mom with big worries could use a little help
It’s more than a place to store the lawn mower and the bikes: An eight-foot-by-10-foot outdoor storage unit that would likely cost a little less than $1,000 means different things to two sisters.
La Crosse Common Council elections complicated by redistricting
The La Crosse Common Council elections in April promise to be both interesting and a bit confusing.
Tom Harkin is reflecting, but trying not to stare
WASHINGTON (TNS) — At the end of an extended interview in his Senate office, Tom Harkin realized he had neglected to show off a prized possession — his father’s Works Progress Administration card.
Wetlands, mining on agenda for 2015 Legislature
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — One of the top environmental issues in the legislative session that opens in January could be how best to protect Minnesota's wetlands.
Creating a place for veterans to work with horses
An ancient link exists between horse and warrior, forged over millennia of human and animal together facing whatever danger may lie ahead.
For Goodness' Sake for Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014
Administered by La Crosse County, the For Goodness’ Sake program provides donated household goods to the needy.
Woman killed in Hwy. 53 crash identified
GALESVILLE -- Trempealeau County authorities have released the identity of a woman killed in a head-on crash Friday on Hwy. 53 just north Galesville, authorities said.
Western to receive grant for early childhood program
Western Technical College is one of eight Wisconsin higher education institutions to receive an Education Opportunities Grant to begin offering early childhood education courses next year.
Hixon Forest closed this weekend for controlled hunt (copy)
Unless you're a hunter or a deer, stay out of Hixon Forest again today.
Volunteers needed to take veterans to VA appointments
TOMAH — The Tomah VA Medical Center needs volunteers in to provide transportation for veterans to appointments at VA facilities.
Tribune seeks Person of the Year nominees
As 2014 draws to a close, the Tribune is preparing to honor its 14th Person of the Year. Readers are encouraged to nominate someone they believe had a significant and positive effect on the co…
Reforms coming to the UW System; UW-L fieldhouse gets green light
MADISON — University of Wisconsin System President Ray Cross has launched a broad plan to find administrative savings, streamline academic requirements and re-examine the need for elective and…
Robert Wetzsteon: Gundersen helps area students
I would like to thank Gundersen Health System for its community service and concern for education. I teach health education at Sparta High School, and this year I'm teaching a new class called…
Things to know about right-to-work in Wisconsin
MADISON (AP) — There’s been a flurry of activity this week over right-to-work legislation in Wisconsin. Here are the latest developments:
Volunteer rings bells, knits to return Salvation Army's favors to her
Dawn Pettit gives from her heart and her hands because being a single mom with a limited income from caregiving her job doesn’t leave room for Christmas spending sprees.