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Irish Potato Famine also changed US landscape
The U.S. might have a far different look if the Irish potato famine hadn’t sent so many to these shores, says a descendant of one of the most noted Irishmen in history.
La Crosse students honored for top achievement
It is all about the choices we make.
Hefti to host local screening of HPV documentary
Award-winning screenwriter and producer Mark Hefti, an Onalaska native, will be on hand for a Nov. 24 La Crosse screening of his latest film, “Someone You Love: The HPV epidemic.”
Burke out as US bishops struggling under Francis' pontificate
U.S. Roman Catholic bishops are gathering at a moment of turbulence for them and the American church, as Pope Francis moves toward crafting new policies for carrying out his mission of mercy —…
Music legend Les Paul gets hometown honor
WAUKESHA, Wis. — Music legend Les Paul discovered his penchant for guitar at Waukesha Junior High School. It’s where his teachers recognized his curious nature, answering never-ending question…
Democrats consider leadership changes, look forward to 2016
MADISON — After another midterm shellacking, many Democrats in Wisconsin have spent the past few days either hand-wringing or finger-pointing.
Madison Marathon will be participant's 100th
MADISON — Janet Hagen’s track record suggests she’ll have little trouble finishing Sunday’s Madison Marathon. She has entered 99 other marathons across all 50 states and completed them all.
Minnesota cities seeking ways to plan for climate change
In an effort to cope with heavier rains and warmer temperatures that climate change brings, some communities are beginning to grapple with ways to help people adapt to the inevitable, even as …
Going round on the 'wheel tax'
Is La Crosse County ready to ride the “wheel tax” to fuel area road projects?
Does class size matter? Research reveals surprises
Few education reforms make as much sense on a gut level as giving teachers fewer students to teach.
Scott Walker wants jobless, food stamp recipients to face drug tests
MADISON — Wisconsin could have one of the nation’s most sweeping drug-testing requirements for those receiving public benefits if the proposal by Gov. Scott Walker to test those who apply for …
Fall Color Photo Contest winners chosen
More than 100 photos by more than 50 area photographers were submitted for the Tribune’s Fall Color Photo Contest.
New report finds majority of frac sand mines committed environmental violations
More than half the frac sand companies operating in Wisconsin have violated Department of Natural Resources regulations, manipulated local governments or engaged in “influence peddling and con…
UW-L marks Veterans Day with special events
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will be the site of several Veterans Day events beginning today:
Theler to share archaeological research, discoveries
UW-La Crosse professor emeritus James Theler will share fascinating archaeological discoveries and regional research from his 30 years studying ancient people and environments of the Coulee Re…
Oberton to step down from Fastenal
Fastenal will begin the new year with a new CEO.
Propane supply on track for winter heating season
HIXTON — Officials hope a new terminal to bring propane to western Wisconsin will lead to a less volatile heating season this winter.
5-year-old girl shot while sitting with grandpa
MILWAUKEE (AP) — A 5-year-old girl was fatally shot while sitting on her grandfather’s lap when two people approached her Milwaukee home and opened fire, according to police, who sought help F…
