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Wisconsin farmers up barley crops for craft beer
Wisconsin farmers have increased barley production in an effort to produce a higher volume for the state's craft beer industry.
GAB releases list of "things Wisconsin Primary voters need to know"
The Government Accountability Board today released its list of the top 10 things Wisconsin voters should know for the Partisan Primary on Tuesday, August 12, 2014.
Gov. orders flags at half-staff for slain officer
Gov. Mark Dayton has ordered U.S. and Minnesota flags at half-staff in honor of slain Mendota Heights Police Officer Scott Patrick.
2nd American aid worker with Ebola at US hospital
The second American aid worker who was recently diagnosed with Ebola in west Africa has arrived at an Atlanta hospital for treatment.
Walker outpacing Burke in campaign cash
The latest campaign finance report filed by Democratic candidate for governor Mary Burke shows she raised about $502,000 in July, leaving her with $1.7 million in cash on hand ahead of the Aug. 12 primary.
UWEC may partner with YMCA at new events site
As part of UW-Eau Claire's plan to build multi-million dollar events and recreation center, Eau Claire YMCA may build new facility at same site, partnering with the university.
UW-Eau Claire announces multi-million dollar major events center
UW-Eau Claire Foundation announces largest gift in 60 years. Sonnentag Foundation donates 21 acres to UWEC for major events complex.
Montana Toddler Dies in Mop Bucket
A northwestern Montana toddler drowned after tipping headfirst into a 5-gallon mop bucket.
Subaru Recalls 5 Models for Air Bag Problem
Subaru is recalling an undetermined number of vehicles because of air bag problems that have affected much of the global auto industry.
Target: Lower earnings due to data breach
Target is lowering its forecast for its second quarter because of costs related to a massive data breach and the repayment of debt.
Hospital's birth policy change sparks rally
A change in birthing policies at a western Wisconsin hospital is drawing protests from some expectant mothers and other women.
More charges expected in suitcase deaths
A former police officer suspected in the deaths of two women whose bodies were found stuffed in suitcases along a rural Wisconsin road returns to court to face more charges.
Fire damages home in Chippewa Falls
A fire causes major damage to a home in Chippewa Falls and sends one firefighter to the hospital.
Gov. Walker visits Chippewa Falls to celebrate business expansion
Governor Scott Walker was back in the area Monday to be part of a groundbreaking for an expanding local business.
Alcohol believed to be a factor in Lake Wissota boat crash
Deputies say alcohol is likely a factor in a boat crash over the weekend on Lake Wissota that sent two people to the hospital.
Mega Co-Op locations serve lunch to benefit Boys and Girls Club
The Mega Co-Op locations in Eau Claire served up lunch Monday for a good cause.
Man leads police on a high speed chase through Pepin Co.
A Durand man is behind bars, after leading police on a high speed chase in Pepin County.
New I-94 ramp could be coming to Eau Claire's west side
People living on the west side of Eau Claire could soon have a more direct way to get on I-94.
Two arrested in Tomah for distributing cocaine
Two men are now facing drug charges, after police catch them distributing cocaine in Monroe County over the weekend.
Blugold booster golf outing raises 30-thousand dollars
The 38th annual Blugold Booster golf outing held at Wild Ridge golf course in Eau Claire raised 30-thousand dollars on Monday.