WEAU News Headlines
Law enforcement agencies attend seminar to combat animal cruelty
An Eau Claire County Humane Officer says 115 cases of animal abuse have been reported in the county this year.
Second person dies in Wood County crash
The Wood County Sheriff's Department says it was notified Wednesday that 69-year-old Linda Knapp passed away from her injuries.
Man charged in sex trafficking sting pleads guilty
38-year-old Mark Potts made the plea to one count of attempted child enticement.
Federal judge won't put voter ID ruling on hold
A federal judge has denied a request by Wisconsin's attorney general to put on hold his decision blocking the state's voter identification law from taking effect.
GAB addresses FAQs on the canvass process, recounts
INSIDE: Some frequently asked questions about the official canvass process and recounts.
NEW INFORMATION: Teenager killed in Dunn co. motorcycle crash identified
The crash remains under investigation by the Dunn County Sheriff's Office and Wisconsin State Patrol.
NEW INFORMATION: Deputies recover several stolen Chippewa Co. signs, identified suspects
Investigators said they identified two adults responsible for damaging and taking the stop signs without the permission of the Town of Lafayette.
Patriots acquire DL Jerel Worthy from Packers
The New England Patriots have acquired injured lineman Jerel Worthy from the Green Bay Packers in a trade pending a physical for the defensive end.
Wisconsin Assembly candidate anticipates recount
Michael Bub, James Edming, Shirl LaBarre and Scott Noble were all trying to advance out of Tuesday's GOP primary in the 87th Assembly District, which covers parts of Rusk, Sawyer and Taylor counties.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Construction project on Bridge St. in Chippewa Falls to begin Monday
The State Highway 124 Bridge Street Project is set to begin on Monday.
Lane closures are expected on Bridge Street in Chippewa Falls.
ONLY ON SUNRISE: Work Out Wednesday's featuring CrossFit
Get up, get moving , it is "Workout Wednesday" and this week SUNRISE is featuring CrossFit, one of the hottest workout trends around.
Wisconsin coroner's write-in campaign works
Republican Roland Handel has served as Waushara County coroner for 27 years.
Turnout in Wisconsin primary around 10 percent
Turnout in Wisconsin's primary election appears to have fallen below projections.
Eau Claire City Council approves renovation project for old railroad bridge
The project will make the Chippewa River High Bridge accessible to pedestrian and bike traffic.
City Council approves sale of Silvermine Ski Hill
The land was previously owned by the city, but the ski club had shown interest in owning it.
Chippewa Co. board hears wheel tax proposal
The Chippewa County Board of Supervisors had its first reading of a proposal wheel tax for thousands of eligible vehicles.
Wisconsin congressional race decided by few votes
The margin of victory between two state senators in the Republican primary for Wisconsin's lone open congressional seat has narrowed to the point where one is likely entitled to a free recount.
Walker refusing to identify people in campaign ad
Gov. Scott Walker's campaign is refusing to identify five people who appear in his latest television ad talking about how they have obtained jobs.
NEW INFORMATION: Semi vs. car crash
A semi versus car crash shutdown Highway 93 this morning.
State Sen. John Lehman wins Democratic primary for lieutenant governor
State Sen. John Lehman of Racine has won the Democratic primary for lieutenant governor.