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  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:11 AM EDT2013-06-18 15:11:47 GMT
    One week after Angela Nelson was found murdered in her Black River Falls home, her family spoke out, saying they still don't know what happened and are waiting for police to catch the person responsible.
    One week after Angela Nelson was found murdered in her Black River Falls home, her family spoke out, saying they still don't know what happened and are waiting for police to catch the person responsible.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:58 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:58:03 GMT
    Dorien Hash is charged with first degree reckless homicide.
    A teenager has been charged in connection with the death of another teen over the weekend in Barron County. 17-year-old Dorien Hash of Barron is charged with first degree reckless homicide. The sheriff
    17-year-old Dorien Hash of Barron is charged with first degree reckless homicide. The sheriff says an investigation shows Hash provided 18-year-old Alex Hill with LSD at a party.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:52 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:52:00 GMT
    A body has been pulled from the Chippewa River in Eau Claire.
    Firefighters say they've found a body in the Chippewa river in Eau Claire. The Eau Claire Fire Department confirms the body was pulled from the water about 6:30 near the Short Street Bridge. The UW-Eau
    The Eau Claire Fire Department confirms the body was pulled from the water about 6:30 near the Short Street Bridge.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:05:12 GMT
    Brett Favre. The name alone evokes strong emotions from Green Bay Packer fans. Love him or hate him, Favre appears to be mending fences with the organization and may soon have his #4 retired at Lambeau
    Brett Favre.  The name alone evokes strong emotions from Green Bay Packer fans. Love him or hate him, Favre appears to be mending fences with the organization and may soon have his #4 retired at Lambeau Field.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 1:42 PM EDT2013-06-13 17:42:44 GMT
    Missing fisherman died from drowning.
    Investigators now say a man who was found dead in the Mississippi River drowned accidentally. That's according to the La Crosse County Medical Examiner. Police say the body of 61-year-old Lynn Frank
    Investigators now say a man who was found dead in the Mississippi River drowned accidentally.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 11:05 AM EDT2013-06-13 15:05:20 GMT
    We have new information as police have found a missing person out of Black River Falls. Investigators say Tuesday afternoon, Billie Jo Harwick called her family and said she was in Madison. She wasn't
    Investigators say Tuesday afternoon, Billie Jo Harwick called her family and said she was in Madison. She wasn't hurt and told officers her where she had been for the last three days.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:47 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:47:46 GMT
    Black River Falls Murder Victim Angela Nelson
    Black River Falls Police have identified a murder victim. Officers say 34-year-old Angela Nelson's body was found in her bathtub Sunday night by her landlord and police. After an autopsy, officers
    Black River Falls Police have identified a murder victim. Officers say 34-year-old Angela Nelson's body was found in her bathtub Sunday night by her landlord and police.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:46 AM EDT2013-06-12 13:46:27 GMT
    The Salvation Army is making sure kids don't go hungry this summer. Volunteers have started to make various stops in La Crosse and Onalaska for the Feed the Kids program. It's aimed at providing sack
    The Salvation Army is making sure kids don't go hungry this summer. Volunteers have started to make various stops in La Crosse and Onalaska for the Feed the Kids program.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:40 AM EDT2013-06-12 13:40:34 GMT
    A 911 call has lead to a death investigation in Altoona.
    Police are investigating a suspicious death in Altoona. It all started Tuesday afternoon when someone called 911 reporting a death at a home in the 1200 block of 10th Street West. Investigators were
    It all started Tuesday afternoon when someone called 911 reporting a death at a home in the 1200 block of 10th Street West.
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 10:47 AM EDT2013-06-11 14:47:25 GMT
    Logan Buchli is home from the hospital.
    Logan Buchli was released from a Rochester Hospital on Friday, and his parents say it's absolutely miraculous that their son is doing so well.
    Logan Buchli was released from a Rochester Hospital on Friday, and his parents say it's absolutely miraculous that their son is doing so well.
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 10:32 AM EDT2013-06-11 14:32:57 GMT
    Misty Mosay is facing drug charges.
    28-year-old Misty Mosay is charged with four counts, and deputies say her young son was home when she was arrested.
    28-year-old Misty Mosay is charged with four counts, and deputies say her young son was home when she was arrested.
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 10:11 AM EDT2013-06-11 14:11:35 GMT
    Keith Napolitano
    Keith Napolitano is charged with OWI, fleeing an officer, recklessly endangering safety, and disorderly conduct.
    Keith Napolitano is charged with OWI, fleeing an officer, recklessly endangering safety, and disorderly conduct.
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:48 AM EDT2013-06-11 13:48:38 GMT
    36-year-old Michael Harmon
    Black River Falls police find a woman dead in her bathtub and now officers are trying to find the man last known to see her alive.
    Black River Falls police find a woman dead in her bathtub and now officers are trying to find the man last known to see her alive.
  • Friday, June 7 2013 10:11 AM EDT2013-06-07 14:11:24 GMT
    17-year-old Luke Berenstein is charged with burglary and felony theft.
    A teen in Barron County is facing serious prison time for stealing a safe. 17-year-old Luke Berenstein is charged with burglary and felony theft. Prosecutors say on May 29th, he stole a small safe
    Prosecutors say on May 29th, he stole a small safe from one of his friend's dad with more than $80,000 in cash, gold and silver inside.
  • Friday, June 7 2013 9:53 AM EDT2013-06-07 13:53:41 GMT
    John Burzynski is charged with disorderly conduct by domestic abuse and aggravated battery of an elderly person.
    A Clark County man is accused of punching an elderly man during a fight. According to the criminal complaint, 53-year-old John Burzynski is charged with disorderly conduct by domestic abuse and aggravated
    According to the criminal complaint, 53-year-old John Burzynski is charged with disorderly conduct by domestic abuse and aggravated battery of an elderly person.
  • Thursday, June 6 2013 10:50 AM EDT2013-06-06 14:50:34 GMT
    The man who's accused in a homicide made his first court appearance Wednesday. Twenty-five year-old Mitrel Anderson has been charged with First Degree Intentional Homicide in the murder of 24-year-old
    The man who's accused in a homicide made his first court appearance Wednesday.
  • Thursday, June 6 2013 10:32 AM EDT2013-06-06 14:32:48 GMT
    Bradey Engen has been charged in a buggy crash that injured nine.
    19-year-old Bradey Engen of Strum is charged with reckless driving causing injury in Trempealeau County Court.
    19-year-old Bradey Engen of Strum is charged with reckless driving causing injury in Trempealeau County Court.
  • Thursday, June 6 2013 10:31 AM EDT2013-06-06 14:31:17 GMT
    The Law Enforcement Torch Run raises money for Special Olympics athletes.
    Wednesday was the final leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics around the state, including here in Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls.
    Wednesday was the final leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics around the state, including here in Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls.
  • Thursday, June 6 2013 10:10 AM EDT2013-06-06 14:10:22 GMT
    Ray Roberson and Reginald Townsend were arrested on crack cocaine charges.
    Vernon County Sheriff John Spears says deputies arrested 25-year-old Ray Roberson and 18-year-old Reginald Townsend.
    Vernon County Sheriff John Spears says deputies arrested 25-year-old Ray Roberson and 18-year-old Reginald Townsend.
  • Wednesday, June 5 2013 11:20 AM EDT2013-06-05 15:20:48 GMT
    Annual Road Check Program set to begin.
    The State Patrol will soon target large commercial trucks, to make sure they're safe.
    The State Patrol will soon target large commercial trucks, to make sure they're safe.
  • Wednesday, June 5 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-06-05 13:45:10 GMT
    Cody Treul
    A $2 million dollar bond has been set for a Mauston man charged with shooting two women outside a bar.
    A $2 million dollar bond has been set for a Mauston man charged with shooting two women outside a bar.
  • Wednesday, June 5 2013 9:36 AM EDT2013-06-05 13:36:52 GMT
    Logan Buchli
    The boy who was rescued from a van that rolled into the Chippewa River over the weekend was taken out of sedation on Tuesday night.
    The boy who was rescued from a van that rolled into the Chippewa River over the weekend was taken out of sedation on Tuesday night.
  • Tuesday, June 4 2013 9:36 AM EDT2013-06-04 13:36:31 GMT
    Damien Mracek is wanted in connection with a fatal hit-and-run.
    In La Crosse County, deputies have a warrant out for a man involved in a fatal hit and run crash. They're looking for Damien Mracek. He's accused of hitting a car driven by 75-year old Darel Skolos
    In La Crosse County, deputies have a warrant out for Damien Mracek, believed to be involved in a fatal hit and run crash.

     
  • Tuesday, June 4 2013 9:29 AM EDT2013-06-04 13:29:14 GMT
    Corrections Office Arson Case
    Police in Hudson are looking for the suspect who rammed a car into a Corrections Office, and then set it on fire. Officers say it happened early Monday morning. Investigators say the car smashed into
    Police in Hudson are looking for the suspect who rammed a car into a Corrections Office, and then set it on fire.
  • Monday, June 3 2013 11:35 AM EDT2013-06-03 15:35:03 GMT
    Gilbert Rebeles, a Monroe County Jail inmate, was found dead on Saturday.
    A Monroe County inmate was found dead Saturday night. Jail officers say they found Gilbert Rebeles, 23, hanging from a bed sheet in his cell around 6:15.
    A Monroe County inmate was found dead Saturday night. Jail officers say they found Gilbert Rebeles, 23, hanging from a bed sheet in his cell around 6:15.
  • Monday, June 3 2013 10:52 AM EDT2013-06-03 14:52:42 GMT
    Jesse Morley of Lake Hallie
    The Lake Hallie Police Department said the van rolled as the driver was trying to take the boat out from the river. With a van sinking in high, fast water, Jesse Morley of Lake Hallie acted fast.
    The Lake Hallie Police Department said the van rolled as the driver was trying to take the boat out from the river. With a van sinking in high, fast water, Jesse Morley of Lake Hallie acted fast.
  • Monday, June 3 2013 10:34 AM EDT2013-06-03 14:34:06 GMT
    Police are looking for Mitrel Anderson in connection with fatal fight on Sunday morning.
    La Crosse police are searching for Mitrel Anderson, who they believe was involved in a fight at a La Crosse Kwik Trip store in Sunday morning.
    La Crosse police are searching for Mitrel Anderson, who they believe was involved in a fight at a La Crosse Kwik Trip store in Sunday morning.
  • A state appeals court says a law requiring voters to show photo identification at the polls is constitutional.
    A state appeals court says a law requiring voters to show photo identification at the polls is constitutional.
  • One man was killed and another taken to the hospital after a crash on Highway 53 near Ettrick.
    One man was killed and another taken to the hospital after a crash on Highway 53 near Ettrick.
  • A growing number of women in America are becoming the main breadwinners in their homes.
    A growing number of women in America are becoming the main breadwinners in their homes.
  • Thursday, May 30 2013 4:47 PM EDT2013-05-30 20:47:22 GMT
    Plans are well underway for the largest outdoor farm show in Wisconsin and one of the largest in the nation.
    Plans are well underway for the largest outdoor farm show in Wisconsin and one of the largest in the nation.
  • Thursday, May 30 2013 4:41 PM EDT2013-05-30 20:41:57 GMT
    The Red Cross says it's trying to build up for the summer, because June, July and August tend to have fewer donors.
    The Red Cross says it's trying to build up for the summer, because June, July and August tend to have fewer donors.
  • Thursday, May 30 2013 4:38 PM EDT2013-05-30 20:38:46 GMT
    A man is now charged for dealing MDMA, also known as ecstasy.
    A man is now charged for dealing MDMA, also known as ecstasy.
  • Thursday, May 30 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-05-30 20:33:22 GMT
    A woman is dead after scuba diving in a local lake.
    A woman is dead after scuba diving in a local lake.
  • Wednesday, May 29 2013 12:44 PM EDT2013-05-29 16:44:22 GMT
    Convicted sex offender David Frederick is moving to the Eau Claire area this week.
    A released convicted sex offender is moving into the Eau Claire area this week. The Eau Claire County Sheriff's Department says 53-year-old David Frederick is moving from Altoona to Pioneer court in
    Convicted sex offender David Frederick is moving to the Eau Claire area this week.
  • Wednesday, May 29 2013 12:36 PM EDT2013-05-29 16:36:39 GMT
    29-year-old Dale Clemmens is dead after an ATV crash.
    A man is dead after his four-wheeler rolled over on top of him.
    A man is dead after his four-wheeler rolled over on top of him.
  • Wednesday, May 29 2013 12:30 PM EDT2013-05-29 16:30:08 GMT
    Police arrested Kenneth R. Yahnke for firing off a gun in La Crosse.
    Police arrest an intoxicated man for firing a gun off near the Oktoberfest grounds in La Crosse. It happened about 4PM Tuesday afternoon. Police say they got a call of gunshots in the area. When
    Police arrest an intoxicated man for firing a gun off near the Oktoberfest grounds in La Crosse.
  • Tuesday, May 28 2013 11:54 AM EDT2013-05-28 15:54:51 GMT
    Kathleen Vinehout, Ron Kind, and Tammy Baldwin attended local Memorial Day ceremonies.
    In Eau Claire, local lawmakers joined in honoring those who have served. It was at the Memorial Day program in Owen Park Monday morning. State Senator Kathleen Vinehout, Congressmen Ron Kind, and Senator
    In Eau Claire, local lawmakers joined in honoring those who have served. It was at the Memorial Day program in Owen Park Monday morning. State Senator Kathleen Vinehout, Congressmen Ron Kind, and Senator Tammy Baldwin were all on hand.
  • Tuesday, May 28 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-05-28 15:37:37 GMT
    Kathryn Nelson remembers her son, Rocky Nelson.
    Ceremonies throughout the country honored fallen veterans, but for one New Auburn family, Memorial Day took on a special meaning. Kathryn Nelson said she was a little skeptical when her son, Rocky Nelson
    Ceremonies throughout the country honored fallen veterans, but for one New Auburn family, Memorial Day took on a special meaning.
  • Friday, May 24 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:20:40 GMT
    Red Cross Tornado Relief
    On Thursday, volunteers were outside the La Crosse center collecting check and money donations. They collected more than $30,000 throughout the day.
    On Thursday, volunteers were outside the La Crosse center collecting check and money donations. They collected more than $30,000 throughout the day.
  • Friday, May 24 2013 12:06 PM EDT2013-05-24 16:06:29 GMT
    An "active shooter" emergency drill was held at Altoona Elementary.
    Police practiced for a dangerous situation at an Altoona elementary school on Thursday.
    Police practiced for a dangerous situation on at an Altoona elementary school on Thursday.
  • Friday, May 24 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-05-24 15:50:04 GMT
    Christopher Ivkovich
    34-year-old Christopher Ivkovich is charged with five counts, including manufacturing and delivering THC and maintaining a drug trafficking place.
    34-year-old Christopher Ivkovich is charged with five counts, including manufacturing and delivering THC and maintaining a drug trafficking place.
  • Thursday, May 23 2013 11:14 AM EDT2013-05-23 15:14:15 GMT
    Eau Claire firefighters train with new underwater rescue device.
    From wildfires to rescuing drowning victims, firefighters are tasked with saving lives in all sorts of different circumstances. Now, the Eau Claire Fire Department has teamed up with the DNR to get up
    The Wisconsin DNR and local fire departments train together every year so they can respond to different rescues at a moment's notice. On Wednesday, the DNR brought out a new hi-tech piece of equipment that will help Eau Claire firefighters "see" underwater.
  • Thursday, May 23 2013 10:41 AM EDT2013-05-23 14:41:44 GMT
    A project to install security cameras in downtown La Crosse got a boost from a big donation.
    An effort to install security cameras in downtown La Crosse got a big boost Wednesday. The Ho Chunk Nation gave the La Crosse City Vision Foundation a $100,000 check for the Safe- Cam project. The plan
    An effort to install security cameras in downtown La Crosse got a big boost Wednesday. The Ho Chunk Nation gave the La Crosse City Vision Foundation a $100,000 check for the Safe- Cam project.
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:21:34 GMT
    An "obesity map" may be part of Eau Claire's plan for a healthier community.
    How do you turn a city struggling with obesity into a healthier community? In Eau Claire, city planners have been tossing around different ideas as part of its health chapter in the city's Comprehensive
    How do you turn a city struggling with obesity into a healthier community? In Eau Claire, city planners have been tossing around different ideas as part of its health chapter in the city's Comprehensive Plan, including the "obesity map."
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:27 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:27:16 GMT
    Challenge Academy Cadets got the experience of a lifetime on Friday.
    Cadets at the Wisconsin National Guard's Challenge Academy got the experience of a lifetime on Friday. Some current and former Green Bay Packers came to visit as part of their annual Tailgate Tour. The
    Cadets at the Wisconsin National Guard's Challenge Academy got the experience of a lifetime on Friday.
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:25 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:25:35 GMT
    In Eau Claire, kids are taking a stand against bullying.
    As the issue of bullying is getting more attention, a group of young Girl Scouts decided to take a stand and raise awareness about the issue. At the Eau Claire Bully Free event held at Owen Park Saturday,
    As the issue of bullying is getting more attention, a group of young Girl Scouts in Eau Claire decided to take a stand and raise awareness about the issue.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:54 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:54:37 GMT
    WI state workers who smoke are facing an insurance increase under a plan proposed by Gov. Walker.
    State workers who smoke would have to pay $50 more per month for health insurance under a proposal by Governor Scott Walker.
    State workers who smoke would have to pay $50 more per month for health insurance under a proposal by Governor Scott Walker.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:31 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:31:54 GMT
    A River Falls man is dead after falling from the back of a bus Saturday night.
    A River Falls man is dead after falling from the back of a bus Saturday night. It happened on Hwy 10 in Ellsworth. Police says 23-year-old Joel Velure was pronounced dead at the scene. The bus was
    A River Falls man is dead after falling from the back of a bus Saturday night.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:23 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:23:33 GMT
    Firefighters are still trying to figure out what caused a massive explosion that destroyed a home in the Town of Washington east of Eau Claire. "I was watering my noisy turkeys, and heard this extremely
    Firefighters are still trying to figure out what caused a massive explosion that destroyed a home in the Town of Washington east of Eau Claire.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 1:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:03:01 GMT
    Don't miss the May 31st deadline to get on Wisconsin's No-call List.
    May 31st is approaching fast. That is the deadline to add your number to Wisconsin's No-call List. Any number put on the list then will be protected from unwanted phone solicitations and text messages
    May 31st is approaching fast. That is the deadline to add your number to Wisconsin's No-call List.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 12:00 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:00:36 GMT
    A law barring Wisconsin employers from requiring vaccinations is making its way through the legislature.
    If passed, a new law could bar Wisconsin employers from requiring vaccinations.
    If passed, the law could bar Wisconsin employers from requiring vaccinations.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 11:54 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:54:12 GMT
    A home was leveled following an explosion in the Town of Washington. Just after noon on Sunday, the Township Fire Department responded to reports of an explosion on the 1400 block of Partridge Rd. Crews
    A home was leveled following an explosion in the Town of Washington. Debris flew into neighboring homes and insulation blanketed lawns like snowfall.
  • Thursday, May 2 2013 5:12 PM EDT2013-05-02 21:12:03 GMT
    Green Bay Packers - Lambeau Field
    For Green Bay, at stake is holding onto a NFC No. 2 playoff seed and a much sought-after first-round bye. For Minnesota, at stake is gaining entry into the NFC playoff pool as No. 6 seed.
    For Green Bay, at stake is holding onto a NFC No. 2 playoff seed and a much sought-after first-round bye. For Minnesota, at stake is gaining entry into the NFC playoff pool as No. 6 seed.
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