WEAU News Headlines
Man killed in tractor accident in Monroe Co.
The Monroe Co. Sheriff's Dept. said a man was killed in a farming accident in the Town of Wilton.
Man on ATV arrested for 4th OWI
A man was arrested for 4th offense Operating While Intoxicated while driving an ATV in Chippewa County.
Two people hurt in motorcycle crash in Polk Co.
Two people riding a motorcycle have serious injuries after crashing into a trailer in Polk County.
The Biggest Loser Run Walk visits Eau Claire
Hundreds of participants along with the Biggest Loser contestants themselves have come out to Carson Park this morning to take part in this Biggest Loser Run Walk.
Wisconsin DNR closing 2 more wolf zones
The Department of Natural Resources says Zones 1 and 4 will be closed to further hunting and trapping of wolves effective 6:30 p.m. Sunday.
Voters head to polls early in Wisconsin
Wisconsin residents can start heading to their local clerks' offices this week to cast early ballots for the Nov. 4 election.
Wisconsin park begins cutting dead trees
Workers have started removing nearly 140 dead or dying evergreen trees at Peninsula State Park Golf Course in Door County.
"Tip a Cop" event raises money for Special Olympics
Special Olympics held their annual Tip a Cop event Saturday at Red Robin in Eau Claire.
Athletes compete in Special Olympics Bowling competition
Almost 400 athletes hit the lanes Saturday to compete in a Special Olympics Regional Bowling Tournament.
Investigators find western Wis. cabin full of pot
The dried plants that filled a cargo van were estimated to be worth $100,000.
D.N.R. urges boaters to check for invasive species
As the boats come off the water, the Wisconsin D.N.R. is urging boaters to check their property for invasive species they could be transporting.
Ron Kind talks about his campaign
Democratic incumbent Ron Kind stopped by our studio today to talk about his campaign. He's running against Republican challenger Tony Kurtz in Wisconsin's third congressional district.
John Doe legal fees approach $900K
Taxpayers have paid nearly $900,000 in legal fees related to the John Doe investigation of coordinated efforts between the campaign of Gov. Scott Walker and his supporters.
Driver dead after truck hits house in central Wisconsin
A 22-year-old man is dead after the pickup truck he was driving hit a house in central Wisconsin.
Obama: U.S. can't cut itself off from West Africa
President Barack Obama says the United States can't just cut itself off from West Africa even though Ebola is raging there.
Another year, another small Social Security bump
For the third straight year, millions of older Americans who rely on government benefits can expect historically small pay increases come January.
4th annual "Uncorked" autumn wine tasting gala
People in western Wisconsin had the opportunity to taste test some wine and beer Friday night, while raising money for a good cause
WEAU Political Analyst John Frank breaks down second gubernatorial debate
WEAU 13 News Political Analyst John Frank was LIVE in studio to break down the second and final gubernatorial debate between Governor Scott Walker and Democratic challenger Mary Burke.
UW-La Crosse breaks ground on new student center
An area university is making way for a new student center.
Special needs worker brings smiles to staff at Chippewa Falls Middle School
The Chippewa Falls Area School District recently hired Jake Lemke, its first ever special needs employee who is a Chi-Hi graduate.