WEAU News Headlines
Lawsuit: UW adviser hid link to crash from victim's daughter
The daughter of a jogger killed in a drunken crash has filed a lawsuit against a university adviser who had been texting with the driver.
NEW INFORMATION: Suspect in Stevens Point shooting in custody in Colorado
Stevens Point police say a suspect in a fatal shooting has been arrested in Colorado.
Strut Your Mutt program gets people and their pets exercising
A new program encourages pets and their owners to exercise. Strut Your Mutt, a new program offered by the Eau Claire Parks and Recreation Department, took place Thursday evening.
Sculpture Tour Eau Claire forms panel to enhance city's art scene
Sculpture Tour Eau Claire created a panel at its meeting Thursday that hopes to dig deeper into art.
13th Annual Women's Business Conference in Eau Claire
Women across the Midwest gathered Thursday to help grow their business.
City of Eau Claire seeking input on Haymarket Plaza design
City engineering staff members hosted an open house Thursday night for the continuing design of the Haymarket Plaza.
Forum discusses the effects of frac sand mining in Wisconsin
Several organizations hosted a forum Thursday to discuss the effects of frac sand mining in western Wisconsin.
John Doe probe into central Wisconsin youth prison ends
The probe was to explore several alleged issues including physical and sexual abuse of young inmates.
Earth Day activities underway at UW-Stout
UW-Stout students are taking part in Earth Day activities.
Feingold tours UW-Stout as part of campaign for Senator
Former U.S. Senator Russ Feingold was in Menomonie for a campaign stop.
Locals shocked by Prince’s death
Several local Prince fans say they were shocked by the news of Prince’s death and say it was too soon.
Attorney for Onarheim wants restitution amount clarified
The former Eau Claire County deputy treasurer was convicted of several theft and misconduct in office charges in March.
15th annual Children's Legacy Luncheon honors six local volunteers
Six people in the Eau Claire area were honored for their work in helping improve the lives of children.
Wisconsin DOT Secretary says more funding is needed
Mark Gottlieb says the department needs more money to maintain a safe and efficient transportation system.
Man killed in lawn tractor accident
According to the Vernon County Sheriff's Office, Mark Halverson, 61, of Genoa, didn't show up for work Thursday morning on the family farm.
Feed My People receives $21K donation
Feed My People received a hefty check on Thursday, after a fundraising campaign which ran for months.
Woman sentenced in OWI mouthwash case
The Eau Claire woman accused of driving drunk after drinking a bottle of mouthwash has been sentenced.
Deputies find meth lab in Jackson County home
The sheriff's department says officers from several agencies helped serve a search warrant at a home near Melrose, which is southwest of Black River Falls, Thursday.
Authorities looking for missing Thorp teen
The Thorp Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenage girl.
CVTC receives awards for its green practices
Chippewa Valley Technical College recently received two national accolades which showcase energy-efficiency and green-environmental features.