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Woman hurt in Mosinee house explosion

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 11:43am
The explosion blew out multiple doors, windows, and a wall, and caused structural damage to the house.

Wis. man sought for gambling, cockfighting ring

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 11:43am
Everest Metro police said Thursday they're seeking 35-year-old Bee Her. The Weston man was charged Monday with seven felonies related to illegal gambling and animal mistreatment.

Wisconsin panel OKs drunken driving appearances

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 11:43am
First-offense drunken driving in Wisconsin is a civil violation akin to a speeding ticket. Offenders can pay their fines without appearing in court.

Too cold for 'Arctic Tailgate' camping

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 9:37am
It's so cold the Milwaukee Brewers won't allow fans to camp out for tickets to Saturday's "Arctic Tailgate" event.

Woman pleads not guilty in Wisconsin kidnapping

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 9:37am
Prosecutors say Kristen Smith of Aurora, Colo., kidnapped four-day-old Kayden Powell from the Town of Beloit home where the boy's parents were staying earlier this month.

Democrat Burke opposes Common Core bill

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 9:37am
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mary Burke continues to differentiate herself from Republican Gov. Scott Walker on education issues.

Badgers Evan Anderson will not return for senior season in 2014-2015

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 8:32am
Redshirt-junior center Evan Anderson announced Thursday that he will not return to the Wisconsin men’s basketball team for his senior season following graduation in the spring of 2014.

Extreme temps hamper school firefighting efforts

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 7:26am
Firefighters worked in temperatures hovering around zero as they battled a fire at a Racine school.

State warns about overcharges at American sale

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 7:26am
State regulators are advising consumers to pay attention to the price they're charged if they shop at American TV & Appliance liquidation sales around Wisconsin.

Cheese championship in Wis. to have 2,600 entries

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 7:26am
This year's World Championship Cheese Contest in Madison will feature more than 2,600 entries from 22 nations.

Virtual schools growing in popularity

Thu, 02/27/2014 - 12:03am
The principal of Wisconsin Connections Academy says when it first opened its doors twelve years ago only 200 kids were enrolled. Now more than 800 kids from around the state are taking the online program.

Students learn about the local tourism industry

Wed, 02/26/2014 - 10:09pm
Students from all over the Chippewa Valley had the chance to learn about career opportunities in the tourism industry Wednesday.

Eau Claire sled hill receives special donation

Wed, 02/26/2014 - 10:09pm
An Eau Claire man is behind a big donation for improvements to an age old ski and sledding hill.

Assignment 13: Confluence Project 101

Wed, 02/26/2014 - 10:09pm
Over the past two years the Confluence Project has become part of our local vocabulary. And on April 1st, the Spring Primary, words turn to action.

UW-Eau Claire raises money for local food bank

Wed, 02/26/2014 - 10:09pm
UW-Eau Claire is set to raise thousands of dollars for a local food bank.

Five arrested in major La Crosse drug bust

Wed, 02/26/2014 - 8:55pm
Police arrest 5 people after a major drug bust in La Crosse.

Construction approval concerns business owners over access

Wed, 02/26/2014 - 7:15pm
Newly approved construction projects in Eau Claire have some business owners concerned about access.

Fire crews ask neighbors to shovel snow for safety's sake

Wed, 02/26/2014 - 7:15pm
Wednesday morning, Eau Claire Fire and Rescue tweeted, “With the recent heavy snow fall, the Eau Claire Fire Department is asking residents to please clear off their decks and safety egress platforms.”

Childhood obesity rates fall 43 percent in a decade

Wed, 02/26/2014 - 7:15pm
Health officials say the nation is slowly getting a handle on a broad epidemic that affects many Americans. The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows a decline in obesity rates.

Wisconsin senator backs off on sand mine changes

Wed, 02/26/2014 - 6:05pm
Tom Tiffany said he hopes to get a public hearing on his new proposal next week.

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