WEAU News Headlines
Obama calls for dismantling Islamic State 'network of death'
Speaking to the annual gathering of the United Nations General Assembly, Obama said the U.S. would be a "respectful and constructive partner" in confronting the militants through force.
Sales of US new homes soar in August
The Commerce Department says new home sales climbed 18 percent last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 504,000.
Vikings' Cassel out for season
The Vikings announced Wednesday they put Cassel on injured reserve.
Body found in burned car is adult female
The Rock County Coroner's Office says the body found in a burned car in Janesville is that of an adult female. But, that person has not yet been identified.
Judge to hear arguments over redesigning ballot
A judge is scheduled to hear arguments over a lawsuit that seeks to force Wisconsin elections officials to redesign a model ballot for the November election.
Big freshman class at UW-Madison
University of Wisconsin-Madison admissions officials say this fall's freshman class is a big one -- and there are lots of native cheeseheads.
DNR crafts new reporting methods for wolf hunters
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is planning to ask wolf hunters and trappers for more information about their kills.
Archdiocese spokesman: Mediation ends without deal
A spokesman for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee says mediation in its bankruptcy case has ended without a deal with sexual abuse victims and others owed money.
Wisconsin man charged in death of 2-year-old
A Wisconsin man has been charged with first-degree intentional homicide in the death of his girlfriend's 2-year-old son.
Study finds campaign ad spending down in Wisconsin
A new report shows that about half as much has been spent on campaign television advertising in this year's midterm election in Wisconsin compared with 2010.
Wisconsin prison worker sentenced for fraud
A federal judge has sentenced a former Wisconsin prison worker to more than a year behind bars for claiming travel expenses he never incurred.
Woman killed; 2 hurt in Dunn Co. crash
One woman has died and two men are injured in a single vehicle accident in Dunn County.
Crews respond to massive barn fire in Dunn Co.
Crews from multiple agencies are responding to a massive barn fire in Dunn County.
Council votes to move forward with parking ramp plans
While the vote doesn't guarantee the ramp will be built it does give the designers a green light to paint a clearer picture of what the structure would look like.
Eau Claire city leaders discuss, vote on outdoor areas downtown
During Tuesday night's Eau Claire City Council meeting, members voted to buy land for a future riverside trail
School District of Durand faces health issue, more than 50 students sick
An area school district is trying to find out why an abnormally high number of students are getting sick
More older adults looking for jobs, volunteering opportunities
Economists say the number of adults 55 and older joining the workforce is on the rise. Instead of thinking retirement, they’re thinking employment.
Local Cranberry Marsh makes global impact
Cranberries harvested in Black River Falls can be found all over the globe. With the owner of the marsh making a large local impact.
Hearts & Soles to prevent gun violence
The Wisconsin, Anti-Violence Effort also known as "WAVE" is making stops throughout the badger state this week.
Walker and Burke on voter ID
If you're voting in the election on November 4, you'll have to show a photo ID.