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Firefighters urge people in Eau Claire to clear snow around fire hydrants
On Monday, Eau Claire Fire and Rescue urged people to clear snow from around fire hydrants near their homes and businesses.
Man arrested for sexual assault of minor in New Richmond
Officers say a 22-year-old Ohio man drove to New Richmond to meet a 15-year-old boy
WIAA changes location for Rice Lake vs. La Crosse Central Sectional Semifinal game
The location for a WIAA Sectional Semifinal game in boys basketball has been changed.
NEW INFORMATION: DA clears deputy; calls officer-involved shooting "entirely appropriate"
A news release from the Office of the District Attorney says the actions of Deputy Dustin Walters on January 13, 2014 likely saved multiple lives.
Knudson not interested in majority leader post
Rep. Dean Knudson ran against Rep. Bill Kramer for the position in September and lost. He issued a statement Monday saying he has no interest in the position.
COMMUNITY FIRST: Empty bowls fundraiser to benefit local hunger relief programs
An upcoming event will benefit area families who struggle with hunger.
Long winter gives greenhouse growers tough choices
Wisconsin greenhouse growers are facing skyrocketing fuel costs this winter as extreme temperatures continue to plague the Midwest.
Gates back on top of Forbes' billionaire rankings; Menard at No. 177
Forbes magazine announced its ranking of the world's billionaires Monday.
Southwest to fly from US to Cancun, Los Cabos
Southwest is adding more surf-and-sun spots to its international route map with flights to Cancun and Los Cabos in Mexico.
NEW INFORMATION: Kennedy: I didn't accept plea because I'm innocent
Kennedy made the comments Monday in an interview with Matt Lauer on NBC's "Today."
Mother says jailers wouldn't allow expressing milk
Britney Weber says that has caused digestive issues for her 4-week-old daughter.
NEW INFORMATION: No decision yet on whether Kramer will be replaced
Rep. Bill Kramer's office announced Saturday that he was entering unspecified treatment.
Republican Governors release second attack ad
The ad released Monday is similar to the first one released by the RGA last month in that it focuses on Burke's time spent as state commerce secretary under Democratic Gov. Jim Doyle.
Death in Vilas County likely cold related
Sheriff's officials say 49-year-old Wade Willey was found frozen to the ground outside his St. Germain house Saturday evening.
Wisconsin committees to consider new mine bill
The Legislature's mining committees are set to take comments on a bill that would shield existing sand mines from new regulations.
NY, Conn. up heat help in food stamp cut end-run
Connecticut and New York are boosting spending in federal heating assistance to preserve far greater food stamp money in an end-run around federal budget cuts central to a massive farm bill.
Man taken to hospital in Pierce Co. rollover
The Pierce County Sheriff's Department said 61-year-old Kim Wessman of Bay City was heading north on Highway 63 in the town of Martell when he lost control on icy roads.
Fanny Hill dinner theatre closes the curtains on its final show
The dinner theatre presented its final show Sunday after being open for more than 30 years.
Wisconsin sportsmen seek input on wolf trapping
Wisconsin outdoor lovers will get a chance to sound off next month on whether the state should impose mandatory classes for wolf trappers.
Report: Paroles of inmates plummet under Walker
A report says the number of paroles granted by the Wisconsin Parole Commission has plummeted under Gov. Scott Walker.
