WEAU News Headlines
Man charged with child sex assault pleads not guilty
According to the criminal complaint, a 5-year-old girl told investigators that 25-year-old Kabir Sarin exposed himself several times.
Packers RB named Pro Football Writers of America Rookie of the Year
The Packers made the announcement on the team's website Tuesday afternoon.
Wis. Assembly passes anti-heroin bills
The Assembly passed all four bills unanimously. The package goes next to the state Senate.
10 inches of snow forecast for NE Wis.
Strong winds are expected to whip up the snow and make travel difficult. The National Weather Service says near white-out conditions are possible in open areas through Wednesday morning
Senate approves $217,000 claim for Hudson company
The state Senate has voted to pay $217,499 to a Hudson steel company whose CEO donated to the Republican senator who introduced the bill to provide the money.
Judge Thomas Barland to serve as Government Accountability Board Chairperson
On Tuesday, it announced that Judge Thomas Barland would replace Judge Timothy Vocke of Rhinelander in the position.
Wis. Senate approves raises for 5 small unions
The Senate unanimously approved the contracts without debate Tuesday. The Assembly was scheduled to pass them later in the day.
Sheriff's office creates Facebook page
The Washburn County Sheriff's Office set up the page on Facebook on January 9.
Health department looking for dog that bit young girl
The dog is described as a full-grown Boxer type dog, with black and brown fur and a large white spot on its chest.
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-94 west closed near scene of multiple crashes
The Wisconsin State Patrol is responding to several crashes on I-94 westbound that has forced the closure of the interstate's westbound lanes near Osseo.
Wis. attorney wants charge dropped in fatal crash
Public defender Bill Poss says Thomas Jahnke suffered traumatic brain injuries. He says Jahnke should be declared incompetent.
Walker to meet with Obama in Washington
Governors on the National Governors Association's executive committee are scheduled to meet with Obama on Tuesday to discuss relations between the state and federal government.
NEW INFORMATION: At least 2 injured in New Mexico school shooting
The school has been placed on lockdown.
NEW INFORMATION: DOT: Avoid travel in area unless "absolutely necessary"
The department made the announcement on Tuesday morning.
City expects to plow residential streets starting Tuesday evening
Roads are snow covered and slippery. The city asks that you take extra time during your commutes, and give plow operators the time & space they need to complete their assigned routes safely.
Crews respond to nursing home fire in Glenwood City
Breaking news out of St. Croix County Tuesday morning, as fire crews from around the area are responding to a fire at a nursing home.
Wis. Assembly to consider 12-person jury bill
The Wisconsin Assembly is expected to take up a bill that would require a 12-person jury in every criminal case.
First winter storm of 2014 brings periods of heavy snow
The first widespread accumulating snowfall of 2014 is moving into Western Wisconsin. Expect a messy day on the roads with low visibility and snow covered, slick roadways.
Shots fired at deputy, one suspect hurt
The Eau Claire County Sheriff's Dept. responded to a report of domestic violence in the Town of Union on Monday night. At the scene, a male suspect fired shots at a deputy.
Eau Claire City Council to take up petition at upcoming meetings
The Confluence Project is once again in the spotlight and back in the Eau Claire City Council's ball court.