WEAU News Headlines
Crash causes traffic backup in Eau Claire
It happened just before 7:30 a.m. at the intersection of E. Clairemont Avenue and Fairfax Street.
DNR board prohibits antlerless kills in 13 counties
The state Department of Natural Resources' board has prohibited hunters from killing antlerless deer in 13 counties this fall in an effort to regrow the herd in those areas.
Part of Hastings Way closed off as crews respond to crash
The crash happened Wednesday morning at the intersection of Eddy Lane and Hastings Way. No one was hurt.
Budget committee co-chair fundraiser questioned
A fundraiser for a Republican co-chair of the Legislature's budget-writing committee is being called into question since it falls the night before key votes are scheduled.
Madison college students create algae-removal system
A system that clears up surface-level algae by slurping it away and depositing it into a dumpster will make its debut this summer in Madison lakes.
Republican Rick Santorum launching second White House run
A spokesman for Rick Santorum says the former Pennsylvania senator is running for president.
Getting the 'dirt' on proper lawn care
Want thick, lush, green grass? Landscape professionals share the "dirt" on proper spring lawn care.
Lawmaker wants prevailing wage repeal vote ahead of budget
The Assembly lawmaker calling for a repeal of prevailing wage says he scheduled a hearing and committee vote this week so the measure can be included in the state budget.
50 airport service workers walk off job in Minneapolis
About 50 employees of a company that does business at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport walked off the job in protest of what they claim to be disrespectful management.
Walker asks for supporters' opinions on national issues
In another sign of his likely presidential campaign, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker is asking his supporters to fill out a survey seeking their opinions on a variety of national issues and foreign policy.
NEW INFORMATION: Highway worker hit, killed in Shawano County
A highway construction worker has died after he was struck by a minivan on state Highway 47 near the Town of Red Springs.
CONSUMER ALERT: Ford recalls nearly 423K vehicles for power steering problem
Ford is recalling nearly 423,000 cars and SUVs in North America because the power-assisted steering can fail while they're being driven.
Hearing resumes for girl accused of stabbing classmate
Defense attorneys for one of two Wisconsin girls charged with trying to kill a friend to please a mythical horror character are continuing their push to have the 13-year-old's case transferred to juvenile court.
Sitcom actor Diamond accused in bar stabbing goes on trial
The actor who portrayed Screech on the 1990s TV show "Saved by the Bell" is headed to trial in southeastern Wisconsin where he's accused of stabbing a man during a confrontation at a bar.
Committee to consider new emergency government office
The Legislature's finance committee is set to consider Gov. Scott Walker's proposal to create a new office to ensure the government continues in the wake of a disaster.
Panel to consider stiffer penalties for unemployment fraud
The Legislature's finance committee is expected consider plans to impose stiffer criminal and civil penalties for unemployment benefit fraud.
Eau Claire City Council creates new literature position
A new volunteer position is created Tuesday by the Eau Claire City Council to help raise awareness and appreciation for literature in the city.
USO Wisconsin teams up with airport to improve traveling for military personnel
The La Crosse Regional Airport is teaming up with the USO organization to add a new V.I.P lounge for military personnel.
Urban deer causing issues in Eau Claire
Wildlife in an urban area has Eau Claire residents saying 'Oh, deer.'
Police investigating vandalism at North High School
Eau Claire Police say it happened sometime overnight Sunday into Monday.