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NEW INFORMATION: Federal court stays Wisconsin gay marriage ruling
A federal appeals court has stayed a ruling that Wisconsin's gay marriage ban is unconstitutional.
Walker, Burke tied in latest poll
The Marquette University Law School poll released Wednesday shows Republican Gov. Scott Walker and Democratic challenger Mary Burke are tied among registered voters.
Kohl's planning to hire more seasonal workers this year
NEW YORK (AP) - Kohl's Corp. plans to hire more than 67,000 seasonal workers nationwide for the holiday shopping season, which the company said is a 15 percent increase over last year. The department...
Christie to campaign for Walker in Wisconsin
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is heading to Wisconsin later this month to campaign for fellow Republican Gov. Scott Walker.
Burke headed to Washington to speak at DNC event
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mary Burke is headed to Washington, D.C., to speak at a Democratic National Committee event alongside Michelle Obama.
Civil rights group files gay marriage lawsuit
A civil rights group has filed a lawsuit seeking recognition of gay couples who married in June after a judge struck down Wisconsin's ban on same-sex marriage.
NEW INFORMATION: Subject of July standoff in Stanley sentenced to probation
A judge recently sentenced James Colburn, 42, of Stanley.
Wisconsin one of 4 states to cut food stamps
Wisconsin is one of only four states nationwide that is enacting cuts to the food stamp program.
Obama reaffirms opposition to US combat in Iraq
President Barack Obama says U.S. forces in Iraq "do not and will not" have a combat mission as part of the effort against Islamic State militants.
NEW INFORMATION: Vikings bar Peterson from team activities
Vikings owner Zygi Wilf says the team "made a mistake" in bringing back Adrian Peterson following his indictment on a felony child-abuse charge in Texas.
NEW INFORMATION: Eau Claire man dies in fall from Chippewa Co. radio tower
It happened around 6 p.m. Tuesday at a property on 163rd Street in the Town of Eagle Point, which is northeast of Chippewa Falls.
One person hurt in Eau Claire crash
A motorcycle and a car were involved.
NEW INFORMATION: Voter ID opponents file reconsideration motion
Civil rights advocates have filed a petition asking a federal appeals court to reconsider a ruling that reinstated Wisconsin's voter photo identification law.
Hail causes lasting damage for some apple growers
The effects of hail storm in Door County two months ago are lasting. Apples are rotting on the branches at Fellner Orchards.
NEW INFORMATION: Republicans file lawsuit over redesigned ballot
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald filed the lawsuit on Wednesday in Waukesha County Circuit Court.
ONLY ON SUNRISE: Scarecrows help Ladysmith Main Street Program
The official start of fall is just days away and scarecrows have taken over Ladysmith. See how they're part of a local effort to support the Ladysmith Main Street District.
Wisconsin historical site plans fall celebration
A Wisconsin historical site is planning a fall celebration complete with a wagon ride, pumpkin carving and scary stories.
Man owing $250K in child support pleads not guilty
A man who owes $250,000 in Wisconsin child support has pleaded not guilty to charges he failed to pay child support.
Authorities identify man killed in tractor crash
Authorities have released the name of an 18-year-old man killed when he was thrown from a tractor in south-central Wisconsin.
LED maker Cree files patent infringement suits
Cree Inc., a maker of energy-efficient lighting, has filed patent infringement lawsuits against two competitors.