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Wisconsin lawmakers to get briefing on state IT project

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 7:23am
Gov. Scott Walker's administration is set to brief lawmakers on efforts to implement a $138 million computer project.

Autopsy says more study needed to figure out why runner died

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 7:23am
The Milwaukee County medical examiner's office says it will further study the heart of a 20-year-old man who died after finishing a Milwaukee half-marathon as it tries to determine the cause of his death.

Wisconsin Republicans grouse while Walker's away

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 7:23am
While Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is traveling the country in advance of an expected presidential campaign, fellow Republicans back home are grousing about his state budget proposal.

In next strike against unions, GOP states go after wage laws

Tue, 06/16/2015 - 7:23am
Republicans in the Midwest are moving to scrap labor laws that help unions win a healthy share of the jobs on public works projects.

Chippewa Falls looks to toughen dog ordinance

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 11:09pm
Pet owners in Chippewa Falls are reacting after the city is looking to toughen the current ordinance on dangerous animals.

Officers track cell phone to catch suspect in Eau Claire suspicious fire

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 6:39pm
A two day search for a man police believe to be involved in an Eau Claire house fire is now over.

St. Paul and Minneapolis Archdiocese face resignations following abuse charges

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 5:23pm
The Archbishop of the St. Paul and Minneapolis Archdiocese as well as an auxiliary bishop have resigned.

New electronic benefit cards for WIC participants

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 5:23pm
Across Wisconsin this month, WIC programs are rolling out brand new electric benefit cards.

Chippewa River State Trail closure

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 4:38pm
Starting June 15, a part of the Chippewa River State Trail will be closed off for construction.

Ex-Green Bay Packer pleads guilty to sexual assault

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 4:38pm
A former Green Bay Packer Safety has pleaded guilty to charges of sexual assault and drugging of female victims.

Two injured in separate motorcycle accidents

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 4:07pm
Two men were injured following two separate motorcycle accidents in western Wisconsin Sunday.

Second manhunt suspect in Eau Claire County charged

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 4:07pm
The man accused of the second manhunt in Eau Claire County on June 10 has been charged.

NEW INFORMATION: Officer cleared in April shooting of man in Eau Claire

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 3:35pm
On Monday, Eau Claire County District Attorney Gary King released his decision in the case in a 10-page report.

Gap closing 175 namesake stores in US to boost brand

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 3:35pm
Gap is closing 175 of its namesake U.S. stores and eliminating 250 corporate jobs as it tries to strengthen its struggling Gap brand.

Lawyer says Mitchell could face new charges if escapees commit additional crimes

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 3:35pm
A criminal defense lawyer says if Joyce Mitchell is found responsible for helping in the escape of two murderers from a maximum-security prison in northern New York, she could also face liability for any new crimes they might commit while they're on the loose.

Dump truck hits bridge on Interstate 94

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 2:54pm
The dump truck box caused damage to the underside of the bridge and debris from the bridge fell onto the eastbound lanes of I-94.

NEW INFORMATION: Police identify suspect in suspicious Eau Claire fire

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 2:21pm
He's wanted in connection to an active Department of Corrections extraditable warrant. The Eau Claire Police Department is also looking for him for possible criminal charges in relation to the arson investigation.

Slow sales cause Honda to scrub natural gas, hybrid Civics

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 2:21pm
Slow sales and falling gasoline prices have prompted Honda to stop selling gas-electric hybrid and natural gas-powered versions of its Civic compact car.

US judge gives partial victory to ex-AIG CEO in bailout case

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 2:21pm
A federal judge has handed a partial victory to the former CEO of American International Group, who claimed the government's bailout of the insurance giant in the heat of the financial crisis was unfairly punitive.

Freedom From Religion Foundation founder Anne Gaylor dies

Mon, 06/15/2015 - 2:21pm
The outspoken founder of the Madison-based Freedom From Religion Foundation has died.

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