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 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.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:12 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:12:00 GMT
Planned Parenthood in Chippewa Falls has officially closed its doors following a major budget cut. Chippewa Falls is one of four locations to close, leaving 23 clinics still open. It's due to a $1
Planned Parenthood in Chippewa Falls has officially closed its doors following a major budget cut.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:55 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:55:07 GMT
A massive Wisconsin wildfire is being blamed on logging equipment.
We now know what sparked a massive wildfire that destroyed 17 homes and charred more than 8,000 acres. The Wisconsin DNR now says the fire is being blamed on logging equipment. Investigators say the
We now know what sparked a massive wildfire that destroyed 17 homes and charred more than 8,000 acres.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:42 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:42:16 GMT
Jennifer Anglemyer was arrested for second offense OWI with a passenger under 16.
A Neillsville woman has been arrested for driving drunk with a child in the car. Sparta police say 31-year-old Jennifer Anglemyer was arrested for second offense OWI with a passenger under 16. Police
Sparta police say 31-year-old Jennifer Anglemyer was arrested for second offense OWI with a passenger under 16.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:53 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:53:45 GMT
Officers killed in the line of duty were honored at a special memorial service.
Law enforcement officers from across northwestern Wisconsin were honored today for sacrificing their lives in the line of duty. As part of National Police week, a ceremony was held Wednesday at the Florian
Law enforcement officers from across northwestern Wisconsin were honored on Wednesday for sacrificing their lives in the line of duty.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:34 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:34:35 GMT
A $10,000 dollar winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Onalaska!
A 10-thousand dollar winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Onalaska! The lottery says one winning ticket was sold at the Kwik Trip on 2nd Avenue North in Onalaska. The winner can claim the prize in
A $10,000 dollar winning Mega Millions ticket was sold in Onalaska! The lottery says one winning ticket was sold at the Kwik Trip on 2nd Avenue North in Onalaska.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:25 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:25:41 GMT
The wildfire northern Wisconsin is now 100% contained.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources now says a massive fire in northern Wisconsin is 100-percent contained. The fire broke out yesterday afternoon and has burned more than nine thousand acres
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources now says a massive fire in northern Wisconsin is 100-percent contained.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:27 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:27:51 GMT
Mosquito season is coming to western Wisconsin.
Even though it's feeling more like summer, those pesky bugs we usually see outside haven't really shown up yet. Because we had so much snow so late this year, experts say mosquitoes are coming out later
Mosquito season is coming, and we have tips to help you prepare.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:12 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:12:13 GMT
The La Crosse School District Morning Milk program is coming to an end.
Some elementary school students won't have a morning milk break starting next school year. Students have had the opportunity to get milk or juice during a break during the day, but the La Crosse School
Some elementary school students won't have a morning milk break starting next school year.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:40 AM EDT2013-05-15 15:40:13 GMT
Gypsy moth spraying will begin in late May.
In the next few weeks, you could soon be seeing low flying airplanes where you live. The state is starting its annual gypsy moth spraying project in counties all over western Wisconsin in late May. The
In the next few weeks, you could soon be seeing low flying airplanes where you live.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:55 AM EDT2013-05-14 15:55:37 GMT
La Crosse area teens and law enforcement react to teens who text.
A study released Monday from the American Academy of Pediatrics said nearly 45% of teens text while driving, and that teens who text while driving are more likely to take part in other risky behaviors.
A study released Monday from the American Academy of Pediatrics said nearly 45% of teens text while driving, and that teens who text while driving are more likely to take part in other risky behaviors.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:41 AM EDT2013-05-14 15:41:18 GMT
Sparta Police are looking for a suspect in the Wayside Tavern burglary.
Police need your help to find the person who broke into a tavern and stole a safe. The Sparta Police Department says the burglary happened on April 28th at the Wayside Tavern. Police have released
The Sparta Police Department says the burglary happened on April 28th at the Wayside Tavern.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-05-14 15:18:42 GMT
A body found near Medford has been identified as Anita Bucki.
The human remains found near Medford have been identified. Deputies say the body is that of 48-year-dld Anita Bucki. She was reported missing back in April by her husband. Deputies arrested Mark
Deputies say the body is that of 48-year-dld Anita Bucki. She was reported missing back in April by her husband.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:46 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:46:07 GMT
Fernando and Leanna Munoz with their son, Sy.
Celebrating a first Mother's Day is a milestone for any woman, but for one Eau Claire woman, motherhood has given her a whole new outlook life after a dangerous delivery. "Having (my son) is the most
Celebrating a first Mother's Day is a milestone for any woman, but for one Eau Claire woman, motherhood has given her a whole new outlook life after a dangerous delivery.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:38:43 GMT
The fire danger remains "high" throughout most of western Wisconsin, and crews were busy over the weekend battling multiple brush fires. You can see the Wisconsin DNR's latest Fire Map here.
The fire danger remains "high" throughout most of western Wisconsin, and crews were busy over the weekend battling multiple brush fires.
Friday, May 10 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-10 15:04:14 GMT
Lyme Disease Awareness in Wisconsin
With green grass returning, so are the ticks. The bites can lead to Lyme Disease, and in some areas, treatment drugs are scarce, doctors said. Samuel Hughes, a mechanic at Spring Street Sports in Chippewa
With green grass returning, so are the ticks. The bites can lead to Lyme Disease, and in some areas, treatment drugs are scarce, doctors said.
Friday, May 10 2013 10:58 AM EDT2013-05-10 14:58:39 GMT
Deadly mobile home fire near Lake Holcombe
We now know how the victims in a deadly mobile home fire near Lake Holcombe died. The coroner says 5-year-old Joseph Sigsworth, Jr., 22-year-old Josh Peacock and 82-year-old Robert Minder all died from
Investigators now know how the victims in a deadly mobile home fire near Lake Holcombe died.
Friday, May 10 2013 10:53 AM EDT2013-05-10 14:53:01 GMT
Police say they've found the body of a murder victim. Kira Trevino is the Wausau area native and former UW-Eau Claire student who's been missing since February in St. Paul. On Thursday, homicide detectives
Police say they've found the body of murder victim Kira Trevino.
Thursday, May 9 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-05-09 22:42:54 GMT
How safe is your online information? Many are re-thinking their own internet passwords after hackers stole information from a website 29 school districts in western Wisconsin use. CESA 10 says the
Many are re-thinking their own internet passwords after hackers stole information from a website 29 school districts in western Wisconsin use.
Thursday, May 9 2013 12:04 PM EDT2013-05-09 16:04:17 GMT
Wisconsin Fire Map
Even with a late spring and the snowstorm last week in western Wisconsin, much of the state is under a high or very high fire danger. According to the DNR's current fire map, most of western Wisconsin
Even with a late spring and the snowstorm last week in western Wisconsin, much of the state is under a high or very high fire danger.
Thursday, May 9 2013 11:28 AM EDT2013-05-09 15:28:35 GMT
Eau Claire Police are investigating hit-and-run.
Police say they now know who caused a hit-and-run that left a man in a coma. The Eau Claire Police Department says an investigation led to identifying both the driver and the car, but police aren't releasing
Eau Claire Police say they now know who caused a hit-and-run that left a man in a coma, but aren't releasing any more information right now.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 12:14 PM EDT2013-05-08 16:14:38 GMT
Teacher Appreciation Day in La Crosse
Tuesday was all about the teachers. In honor of Teacher Appreciation Day, the La Crosse Public Education Foundation visited schools in the district to thank teachers. 50 teachers received about $65,000
On Tuesday, in honor of Teacher Appreciation Day, the La Crosse Public Education Foundation visited schools in the district to thank teachers and award grants.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 12:04 PM EDT2013-05-08 16:04:39 GMT
Food Stamp Trafficking Bill Passes Wisconsin Senate
The state Senate has voted 28-5 in favor of a Republican-backed bill that would expand definitions of what constitutes illegal food stamp trafficking in Wisconsin.
The state Senate has voted 28-5 in favor of a Republican-backed bill that would expand definitions of what constitutes illegal food stamp trafficking in Wisconsin.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-05-08 15:50:23 GMT
Two men are hurt after falling off a wagon while heading off to work in a farm field.
Two men are hurt after falling off a wagon while heading off to work in a farm field. The Vernon County Sheriff's Department says it happened about 9:00 Monday morning near Westby. Deputies say a farmer
Two men are hurt after falling off a wagon while heading off to work in a farm field.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:51 AM EDT2013-05-07 15:51:17 GMT
Some Western Wisconsin middle schoolers are trying to provide the troops with some of the comforts of home. Coulee Christian School in West Salem has teamed up with Operation Homefront to collect donations,
Coulee Christian School in West Salem has teamed up with Operation Homefront to collect donations, including food, personal items and cash for people in the military.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:41 AM EDT2013-05-07 15:41:28 GMT
Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety in La Crosse
A local police department has been awarded state grants to focus on bicycle and pedestrian safety. The La Crosse Police Department will have officers in different parts of the city to increase visibility
A local police department has been awarded state grants to focus on bicycle and pedestrian safety.
Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:22 AM EDT2013-05-07 15:22:03 GMT
Search for Hit and Run Driver
Police need your help to find the vehicle and driver who hit a pedestrian on Seymour Road Friday night. Police say they believe the vehicle has damage to its right side, but don't know the make or model.
Police need your help to find the vehicle and driver who hit a pedestrian on Seymour Road Friday night.
Monday, May 6 2013 12:24 PM EDT2013-05-06 16:24:38 GMT
Car Seat Clinic
A car seat clinic will be held in Onalaska on May 9th to help those using car seats make sure they are installed properly and correctly sized. The event will be at the Onalaska Police Department on Thursday,
A car seat clinic will be held in Onalaska on May 9th to help those using car seats make sure they are installed properly and correctly sized.
Monday, May 6 2013 12:24 PM EDT2013-05-06 16:24:14 GMT
Domestic Violence Arrest
Fall Creek Police arrested 28-year-old Jason T. Belknap of Altoona following a domestic disturbance that lead to a lockdown at Fall Creek School District. According to the Eau Claire Co. Jail, he's held
Fall Creek Police arrested 28-year-old Jason T. Belknap of Altoona following a domestic disturbance that lead to a lockdown at Fall Creek School District.
Monday, May 6 2013 12:23 PM EDT2013-05-06 16:23:34 GMT
Women Veterans Marching Forward
Women veterans from World War II through the Iraq war gathered at the American Legion Auxiliary Sunday to share stories and learn about available resources. "Women don't like to ask for help, so that's
Women veterans from World War II through the Iraq war gathered at the American Legion Auxiliary in Eau Claire on Sunday to share stories and learn about available resources.
Friday, May 3 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-03 21:08:19 GMT
Motorcycle Crash with Injuries
At least one person was taken to the hospital after a motorcycle crash in Eau Claire County Monday afternoon. It happened around 3:30 on Nine Mile Creek Road, east of Altoona, in the town of Washington.
At least one person was taken to the hospital after a motorcycle crash in Eau Claire County Monday afternoon.
Friday, May 3 2013 12:11 PM EDT2013-05-03 16:11:43 GMT
Snow removal continues after May storm.
Local snow removal businesses were staying busy Thursday. But they're not loving this snow, either. We talked to one employee with Premium Lawn Service, and he says this is the time of year they put
The surprise May snow storm has Chippewa Valley snow removal companies back in business.
Friday, May 3 2013 12:07 PM EDT2013-05-03 16:07:29 GMT
Andrew Wallace was arrested for making a false report.
Police have arrested the man who reported two canoers missing on the Chippewa River. The Eau Claire Police Department says 30-year-old Andrew Wallace made up the story, and no canoeists were ever struggling
The Eau Claire Police Department says 30-year-old Andrew Wallace made up the story, and no canoeists were ever struggling in the water.
Thursday, May 2 2013 5:48 PM EDT2013-05-02 21:48:07 GMT
Saving Man's Best Friend
A Chippewa Valley group that's passionate about pups reached a major milestone Sunday, rescuing its 1,000th dog in less than a year. Every Sunday, a dozen or more dogs crawl out of their cages, leaving
A Chippewa Valley group that's passionate about pups reached a major milestone Sunday, rescuing its 1,000th dog in less than a year.
Thursday, May 2 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-05-02 21:47:04 GMT
Man Flown from Barron County Crash
The driver of a motorcycle had to be flown from the scene of a crash in Barron County over the weekend. The Sheriff's Department says 52-year-old Todd Schouten of Glenwood City lost control on a curve
The Sheriff's Department is warning drivers that more motorcycles will be on the roads with the warmer weather.
Thursday, May 2 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-02 21:40:52 GMT
18-Wheeler Stolen from Chippewa County Company
Deputies are looking for the person who stole an 18-wheeler from a Chippewa County company. The truck and trailer are pictured with this story. The Chippewa County Sheriff's Department says it was stolen
Deputies are looking for the person who stole an 18-wheeler from the company lot of Reliable Express in the town of Eagle Point sometime Sunday evening.
Thursday, May 2 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-02 21:40:17 GMT
Search for Missing Canoeists
The search for two missing canoeists on the Chippewa River in Eau Claire was set to resume Wednesday morning. The search started around 2 p.m. Tuesday afternoon when a man made it out the river safely
Searches continue to look for two canoeists missing on the Chippewa River in Eau Claire.
Thursday, May 2 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-05-02 21:38:36 GMT
Fire forced evacuation of the Super Buffet restaurant.
Customers at a western Wisconsin business were forced to evacuate because of a fire. La Crosse Fire Chief Gregg Cleveland says they were called around 4:20 p.m. on Wednesday about a fire at the Super
The Super Buffet on Copeland Avenue in La Crosse was forced to evacuate on Wednesday.
Thursday, May 2 2013 4:50 PM EDT2013-05-02 20:50:50 GMT
Caution sign
A major winter storm has been dumping over a foot of snow in northwest Wisconsin. According to the National Weather Service – many areas this morning received 1-2 inches of snow per hour. The snow is expected to continue
A major winter storm has been dumping over a foot of snow in northwest Wisconsin. According to the National Weather Service – many areas this morning received 1-2 inches of snow per hour. The snow is expected to continue.
Thursday, May 2 2013 12:46 PM EDT2013-05-02 16:46:26 GMT
Brian Carr was arrested by La Crosse police.
La Crosse police arrested a man this afternoon for firing a shot into the air. Police say Brian Carr and another man were arguing outside an apartment complex on Fourth Street a little after two, when
Police say Brian Carr and another man were arguing outside an apartment complex on Fourth Street a little after two, when officers believe Carr fired a round into the air.
Wednesday, May 1 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-05-01 16:20:19 GMT
Fire Risk in Western Wisconsin
Warm, dry weather and high winds have put western Wisconsin at high or very high risk of brush fires. The area saw several this weekend with firefighters battling flames in the towns of Washington and
Warm, dry weather and high winds have put western Wisconsin at high or very high risk of brush fires. A few towns have already had firefighters battling flames.
Monday, April 29 2013 12:22 PM EDT2013-04-29 16:22:06 GMT
Nearly three days after a deadly mobile home fire took the lives of three people and injured five others, one of the survivors gave us a blow-by-blow account
Nearly three days after a deadly mobile home fire took the lives of three people and injured five others, one of the survivors gave us a blow-by-blow account of what happened at the tragedy at Lake Holcombe.
Friday, April 26 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-04-26 15:50:22 GMT
A La Crosse man is charged with delivering drugs after police set up several undercover buys. A criminal complaint shows 32-year-old Eugene Shields faces nine counts of drug-related charges including
32-year-old Eugene Shields faces multiple drug-related charges after police set up several undercover buys.
Thursday, April 25 2013 11:26 AM EDT2013-04-25 15:26:21 GMT
It was a day full of childhood fun for a good cause for one sorority. The women of Alpha Xi Delta at UW-Eau Claire wrapped up their 8th Annual Teeter-Totter-a-Thon for charity. The sisters began taking
It was a day full of childhood fun for a good cause for one sorority.
Thursday, April 25 2013 11:00 AM EDT2013-04-25 15:00:30 GMT
It was a special day for partnership that's lasted for 20 years, helping kids learn all about money management. Today RCU celebrated its 20th anniversary of the School Sense program at its first site,
It was a special day for partnership that's lasted for 20 years, helping kids learn all about money management.
Thursday, April 25 2013 10:42 AM EDT2013-04-25 14:42:21 GMT
A man who killed his neighbor in Eau Claire will likely never see the inside of a prison cell. The State Public Defender's office says 52-year-old James Olson was found not guilty of killing Paul Oberle
James Olson, who killed his neighbor in Eau Claire, will likely never see the inside of a prison cell. He was found not guilty of killing Paul Oberle by reason of mental disease or defect.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 11:05 AM EDT2013-04-24 15:05:16 GMT
The Salvation Army in La Crosse said people aren't dropping off clothes and household stuff as much this month. "Donations slowed down quite a bit compared to last year," said Salvation Army Store Manager
The Salvation Army in La Crosse said people aren't dropping off clothes and household stuff as much this month.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-04-24 13:45:33 GMT
On Tuesday fire crews were back out on the Chippewa River, searching for a missing UW-Eau Claire student. 20-year-old David Rodgers disappeared Friday night after a witness saw someone matching his description
On Tuesday fire crews were back out on the Chippewa River, searching for a missing UW-Eau Claire student.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 9:41 AM EDT2013-04-24 13:41:35 GMT
Deputies have arrested the driver in a deadly crash that happened on Friday. The Eau Claire County Sheriff's Department says it is referring possible charges against Andrew J. Schmitt to prosecutors.
Deputies have arrested the driver in a deadly crash that happened on Friday.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 11:29 AM EDT2013-04-23 15:29:42 GMT
Two people have been arrested after a string of burglaries that targeted the homes of people who had recently died. The Chippewa County Sheriff's Office says in March, they were called to a home in the
Two people have been arrested after a string of burglaries that targeted the homes of people who had recently died.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 11:05 AM EDT2013-04-23 15:05:16 GMT
People living and working along the Mississippi River could see some higher water levels. That's because all of the snowmelt in Northern Wisconsin and Minnesota is making its way downstream, and we've
People living and working along the Mississippi River could see some higher water levels.
Monday, April 22 2013 11:43 AM EDT2013-04-22 15:43:28 GMT
A Sparta man is in Monroe County jail after fleeing police on a motorcycle and crashing. Police say 20-year-old Dillon Parks was arrested after he led police on a high speed chase through Monroe County
A Sparta man is in Monroe County jail after fleeing police on a motorcycle and crashing.
Monday, April 23 2012 12:28 AM EDT2012-04-23 04:28:10 GMT
It's been almost two and a half years since a local soldier was found dead in a Chippewa County forest, but now his family wants authorities to take another look at the case. They held an informational
It's been almost two and a half years since a local soldier was found dead in a Chippewa County forest, but now his family wants authorities to take another look at the case.
Tuesday, March 27 2012 1:12 AM EDT2012-03-27 05:12:50 GMT
Phillip Schuth, the man who kept his deceased mother in the freezer to collect social security and shot his neighbor Randy Russell, will be released from prison in early April.
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