WEAU News Headlines
Wisconsin man pleads in dismemberment slaying
A Wisconsin man has pleaded no contest to a homicide charge after being found competent to stand trial on charges of fatally shooting and dismembering a Minnesota man.
Competency evaluation ordered in teen stabbing
A competency evaluation has been ordered for a 13-year-old Racine boy accused of stabbing and injuring an 11-year-old girl last week.
LB Matthews on the move on field with Packers
Clay Matthews is on the move on defense for the Green Bay Packers.
Mississippi River mayors: new development fund
The mayor of Dubuque, Iowa, says a new fund will help with seed money for sustainable waterfront development in cities and towns along the Mississippi River.
Wisconsin drivers experience delays due to trains
More rail traffic in Wisconsin is leading to more blocked railroad crossings, a trend that is affecting drivers across the state.
Business expert explains NFL scandal impact
The Dean of the College of Business at UW-Eau Claire explains how the recent NFL scandal impacts business for the NFL.
Three roundabouts being considered on Business 53
Plans call for three roundabouts on Business 53 near the ShopKo, Farm N Fleet and Walmart area.
Three charged after robbing house at gunpoint
The criminal complaint says 39-year-old Scott Ristow and 31-year-old Mikeal Doyal and 24-year-old Chelsea Stewart are now facing several charges including taking a hostage and armed burglary.
Record corn crop spells good and bad news
With just around a month until harvest time the USDA says they are expecting a record setting corn harvest.
Local organizations can help with upcoming home heating costs
With winter fast approaching many people have a hard time paying their heating bills during the cold months, but local organizations are here to help.
College students facing challenges with Voter ID Law
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire leaders will meet Thursday to discuss the new Voter ID Law and what it means for students who want to vote in November.
Area non-profit prepares move to new building a year after destructive fire
After nearly a year of planning an area non-profit is almost ready to move into its new building.
UW-La Crosse sets enrollment record
An area university has its largest enrollment ever.
Volunteers needed to serve holiday meals
Adam Kohls, who is a director with the program, say they provide the food, the pots and pans, and everything else for the meal, they just need help serving it.
Apple iOS 8 software bug affects health apps
A bug in Apple's new iOS 8 software for mobile devices is prompting the company to withhold apps that use a highly touted feature for keeping track of fitness and health data.
Eau Claire man accused of trying to hit officers with car
Prosecutors filed criminal charges against Alexander Taft, 22, of Eau Claire on Tuesday.
Wisconsin drivers often uninhibited by citations
Many Wisconsin drivers who lose their driving privileges have continued to operate their vehicles and commit additional violations.
Rare trio of uncontested races in Chippewa Co.
Three Chippewa County races are uncontested for November's general election: the races for Sheriff, Clerk of Circuit Court, and Coroner.
UW-Stout enrollment up significantly, approaches record
Total enrollment at the University of Wisconsin-Stout for the 2014-15 academic year increased 63 over last year and is approaching a record, university officials reported Wednesday, Sept. 17.
Happ, Schimel nearly even in AG race
A new poll shows Democrat Susan Happ and Republican Brad Schimel are about even in the race for attorney general.




