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Dozens demonstrate in support of Michael Brown
Dozens of people rallied in downtown Milwaukee to show solidarity for demonstrators in Ferguson, Missouri who are demanding justice for Michael Brown, the black teenager killed by a police officer.
ZOO WEEK: Sunrise goes behind the scenes at Irvine Park Zoo
Sunrise kicks off Zoo Week by going behind the scenes at Irvine Park Zoo in Chippewa Falls. Find out how your favorite animals are taken of.
Former officer to enter plea in suitcase slaying
A former police officer accused of killing two women and hiding their remains in a pair of suitcases is due back in a Kenosha County courtroom.
Two in critical condition after crash
Deputies say 25-year-old Wesley Boyles of Black River Falls was driving a pickup truck when the truck went off the road, hit a culvert and rolled.
Lane reopens after car fire on Hwy 53
Fire crews responded to a car fire along Hwy 53 near the North Crossing on Sunday.
Demolition begins on "Red Church"
A church that's been up more than 100-years is coming down. Demolition began this weekend on Peace Lutheran church in Baldwin.
Motor home fire leads to delays on I-94
The Wisconsin State Patrol says it responded to the fully engulfed camper around 10:30 this morning.
Plane makes emergency landing in Milwaukee
Flight 663, which carried 127 passengers and five crew members, landed as scheduled in Milwaukee without incident about 10:15 a.m. Sunday.
Nature area wants hunters to reduce deer
The 1000 Islands Environmental Center will allow licensed bow hunters to harvest deer from its upper woods for three weeks in September and October.
Medicaid expansion would have saved Wisconsin $206 million
Under the Affordable Care Act, the federal government would pay the entire cost of expanding Medicaid to cover everyone earning up to 138 percent of the poverty level through 2016.
Clouds early, mild temperature expected
A cool start to the day, much like Saturday we should start off with some cloud cover that will give way to some sunshine later on. Early morning lows in the lower 60s for most areas. Unlike Saturday...
Police arrest man who hit another man with gun
Police say two people fled the scene and were later found by police. After questioning, police arrested Matthew Adix of Colfax.
Big Rig Truck Show boasts new attractions
If you're a fan of the big rig, you'll be happy to hear more than 100 semis are making a longer stop in Eau Claire. It’s all part of the Big Rig Truck show that's going on now through Sunday.
Two Republicans accept Walker's icy challenge
As part of a charity fundraiser, the governor posted a video on Facebook on Thursday showing himself and his wife Tonette getting ice water dumped on them. Then he challenges three fellow Republicans -- Senator Ron Johnson, Representative Paul Ryan and Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus -- to follow suit.
Cloudy, humid today. Rain possible later
(WEAU) The weekend is here, and it will bring a little bit of everything. from typical summer warmth and humidity, with spotty rainfall.. followed by cooler and more comfortable conditions.. Unfortunately...
A gas leak causes an explosion in a home in Holcombe
Around 7pm Thursday night the Cornell Fire Department responded to an explosion at a home in Holcombe.
New businesses are coming to Altoona
An area at the northwest corner of highway 53 and River Prairie Drive in Altoona will be the future home of new businesses and outdoor recreation space.
Learning the Ropes
Eau Claire firefighters were out in Carson park today, and there wasn't a fire. They spent the day learning the ropes of rescue training.
La Crosse receiving recognition from Outside Magazine
A western Wisconsin city is getting national recognition.
War veteran, former bowling center owner dies
A memorial service for a decorated World War II veteran and former co-owner of two bowling centers in Eau Claire is next week.
