WEAU News Headlines
Xcel Energy donates $155,000 to area United Way
On Wednesday, representatives with Xcel Energy presented a check worth more than $155,000 to the United Way.
NEW INFORMATION: "Active water loss" continues in Thorp
Emergency supplies of bottled water are still being distributed at City Hall, with extended hours Wednesday evening until at least 6pm.
FDA eases concern about certain diabetes drugs
The federal Food and Drug Administration and its European counterpart started reviews last year of these medicines after a study suggested a safety concern.
Chimney fire causes $15,000 damage to home
It happened around 11:30 a.m. on Kane Road in the Town of Union.
No one was hurt in the fire.
NEW INFORMATION: Amery Police Chief suspended, warned after OWI arrest
The City of Amery detailed the consequences for Chief Tom Marson in a news release Wednesday.
Man charged in deadly boat crash pleads not guilty
Patrick Puhalla, of Bayport, Minnesota, made the plea to all five counts, including homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle.
Fanny Hill to end dinner theater
On Wednesday, Fanny Hill said in a news release that its showroom is too small to compete with large venues in other community theaters.
Obama seeking $300 billion for roads, railways
Obama is making the proposal Wednesday at the Union Depot rail and bus station in St. Paul.
Walker promises no property tax increases
Gov. Scott Walker made the commitment during a speech Wednesday before the Wisconsin Realtors Association.
Fire department: Clear snow, ice off decks, platforms, sidewalks
It's because heavy snow could cause decks or platforms to collapse.
GOP has money edge over Wisconsin Democrats
A new analysis finds that Republicans in control of the Wisconsin Legislature raised nearly three times more money for their campaigns last year than did Democrats.
Walker required signed ethics statement after raid
Walker spokesman Tom Evenson tells The Associated Press that Walker started requiring signatures on the "Ethics Policy and Professional Code of Conduct" beginning in November 2011.
State agencies issue warnings in light of bitter cold
Wisconsin is once again dealing with another blast of arctic air that will continue to cover the state for the next several days.
Train hits, kills Marshfield man
On Wednesday morning, Marshfield police identified the victim as Melvin Weis, 62.
NEIGHBORHOOD CRIME ALERT: La Crosse teenagers arrested in home invasion investigation
The La Crosse County Sheriff's Office says officers found Michael Fuslier, 17, of La Crosse, and William McCullough, 18, of La Crosse in the home after searching with a K9.
NEW INFORMATION: Charges filed against La Crosse officer accused of threatening family
The La Crosse police department has placed him on paid administrative leave.
3 officers injured by combative jail inmate
Milwaukee County sheriff's officials say three correctional officers have been injured by a combative inmate at the county jail.
Wisconsin officials warn of new utility scam
Wisconsin regulators are sending out a warning about an email scam that appears to be a utility bill.
Fatal fire in Sheboygan
One person has died and three others have been taken to the hospital following a fire at a mobile home park in Sheboygan.
Judge to sentence Wisconsin man in sexual assault
A judge is set to sentence a Madison man convicted of sexually assaulting his starving stepsister and a 15-year-old girl.