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FDA clears Novo Nordisk's weight loss drug Saxenda
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a Novo Nordisk diabetes drug as a treatment for obesity. It's the first injectable drug approved for weight loss.
Houston grand jury doesn't indict officer in shooting
A grand jury has declined to indict a Houston police officer in the fatal shooting of an unarmed black man, a decision that follows similar outcomes in officer-involved deaths in Missouri, New York and Wisconsin.
Prosecutor: Guns were smuggled aboard US airliners
A New York prosecutor has announced five arrests in a brazen scheme in which guns -- even an AK-47 rifle -- were taken onto passenger jets for years in carry-on luggage.
Ex-girlfriend of NYPD shooter getting better
Hospital officials say a Baltimore-area woman is getting better after she was shot by her ex-boyfriend, who ambushed two New York police officers.
FTC sues data broker over consumer info sold to scammers
In a first-of-a-kind case, the Federal Trade Commission is targeting a data broker for allegedly selling sensitive consumer information -- including bank account numbers -- to marketers that authorities said the broker knew had no legitimate need for it.
No serious injuries in Pulaski school bus crash
No serious injuries were reported when a Pulaski school bus was involved in three-vehicle crash on snow-covered, slick roads.
Unemployment down in most Wisconsin cities
Local unemployment rates decreased in most major Wisconsin cities last month, but increased in most counties
Wisconsin concrete plant fined after worker dies
Federal authorities are fining a Wisconsin concrete plant $21,000 after a worker was crushed and killed by concrete products.
Court upholds conviction against former Walker aide
A Wisconsin appeals court has uphold a theft conviction against a former aide of Gov. Scott Walker when he was Milwaukee County executive.
US moves toward dropping lifetime ban on gay blood donations
Federal health officials are recommending an end to the nation's lifetime ban on blood donations from gay and bisexual men, a 31-year-old policy that many medical groups and gay activists say is no longer justified.
NEW INFORMATION: Montana man recovering after post-game lightning strike
A 73-year-old Montana man and lifelong Green Bay Packers fan was among a dozen people who were injured when lightning struck outside Raymond James Stadium after the Packers beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 20-3 on Sunday.
Natural gas down 30 pct in a month
The price of natural gas is down 30 percent in just over a month and homeowners could enjoy lower electricity prices and heating bills in the coming months.
Select US theaters say they'll show 'The Interview' Thursday
Several movie theaters said they will begin showing "The Interview" Thursday, seemingly putting the comedy back in theaters after Sony Pictures Entertainment canceled its release.
CONSUMER ALERT: Keurig recalls 'Mini Plus' coffee makers
Keurig is recalling some 7 million of single-serve coffee brewing machines because of reported burns.
NEW INFORMATION: Probation ordered in fireworks case
An Eau Claire man was ordered to serve two years of probation for shooting fireworks at a neighbor's house.
Frozen road laws expand to north central Wisconsin
Effective Wednesday at 12:01 a.m., Wisconsin's frozen road law will expand to include numbered state and federal highways within the area designated by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) as Zone 2 across much of north central Wisconsin.
Woman killed while crossing street near Kewaunee
An 84-year-old woman was killed after she was struck by a car as she was crossing the street near Kewaunee.
TRAFFIC ALERT: West State Hwy. 35 re-opened near Trempealeau area crash
At about 10:10 a.m., La Crosse County Emergency Services said westbound State Highway 35 was re-opened at the scene of the crash. Eastbound highway 35 remains closed.
West Virginia troopers hand out $100 bills
Several people got a surprise when they were pulled over by West Virginia State Police troopers: Instead of a ticket, they got a $100 bill.
Family looks to federal investigation in Milwaukee shooting
Family members of a Milwaukee man shot and killed by a city police officer say they aren't giving up hope that the officer will be charged.