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The anatomy of an investigation
The Wisconsin Center for Investigation, in its five-month investigation into allegations of abuse of inmates by guards at Waupun Correctional Institution, obtained letters and internal complai…
Roosevelt's future still uncertain as officials weigh options
A North Side school could become housing for seniors or low-income residents.
Walker touts tourism, promotes plan for $3.5M rest stop overhaul
Howard and Joan Manthei got a more personal reception than they expected when they pulled off Interstate 90 Monday afternoon.
Felon could face federal gun charge
A La Crosse felon could face a federal charge for trying to buy a firearm.
Double-murderer Lepsch makes pitch for new trial
A Minnesota man imprisoned for life for murdering a father and son at their downtown La Crosse camera store wants a new trial, arguing biased jurors decided his fate.
Board OKs declaring Barron Island land as surplus
A city board has recommended La Crosse declare a former water treatment plant on Barron Island surplus property so it can be part of a proposed multi-unit housing development.
June home sales surge; Wisconsin's first growth this year
Wisconsin’s lagging housing market showed signs of improvement last month, posting year-over-year gains for the first time in 2014, though not enough to erase a nearly 5 percent gap.
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Groups split top honors in fair band battle
It was a split decision for Sunday’s La Crosse Interstate Fair Battle of the Bands.
Correction
The Holmen Area Historical Society antique appraisal fair will be Wednesday, Aug. 6. A story in Monday’s Tribune contained an incorrect date.
Monroe Co. judge appointed to chief's case
Monroe County Circuit Judge David Rice will preside over a misdemeanor case filed against Campbell Police Chief Tim Kelemen.
Education issues sharply divide governor's race
MADISON — Despite their differences, Mary Burke and Gov. Scott Walker have some common ground. Both talk about keeping taxes low, creating jobs and maintaining the Act 10 benefits changes for …
Talk to shed light on railroad history
ONALASKA -- Of all things, it was a snowstorm that became the catalyst for Dick Johnson’s passion for passenger trains.
Hometown history: Evans Cartage warehouse fire
THE WAY IT WAS: This Tribune photo shows La Crosse firemen hosing down the smoldering remains of the Evans Cartage warehouse, which was destroyed by fire 70 years ago on July 25, 1944. The war…
Ferryville's River Bluff Daze will include guided hike
FERRYVILLE -- The Mississippi Valley Conservancy will host a guided hike Saturday at Sugar Creek Bluff as part of the annual River Bluff Daze celebration.
Antique appraisal fair set for Aug. 4
HOLMEN -- Reservations are being taken for an August appraisal fair in Holmen similar to the popular “Antiques Road Show” program.
A look at six allegations of inmate abuse at Waupun
What follow are brief synopses of inmate allegations of abuse by correctional officers at the segregation unit at Waupun Correctional Institution. Others are discussed in the accompanying arti…
La Crosse pizza store manager named best in company
In 2011, Tom Ross was another college student delivering pizzas. Three years later, he’s the top manager for the entire chain.
