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Health officials say whooping cough has been identified in Eau Claire County.
09/02/2024

Health officials say whooping cough has been identified in Eau Claire County.

According to the Health Department, whooping cough is a very contagious respiratory illness.

"Thinking that there might be something that happens to her and she is not in my life, that was unbearable just to think...
09/02/2024

"Thinking that there might be something that happens to her and she is not in my life, that was unbearable just to think about.”

With her friend in need of a kidney, Susan Brough said it was never a second thought to donate one of hers.

A traveling internet show is focusing on bringing attention to independently-owned restaurants.
09/01/2024

A traveling internet show is focusing on bringing attention to independently-owned restaurants.

The traveling internet show focuses on bringing attention to local, independently-owned restaurants.

An ultra-light aircraft had lost power just after takeoff in Trempealeau County.
09/01/2024

An ultra-light aircraft had lost power just after takeoff in Trempealeau County.

The pilot suffered injuries, according to a press release.

A campfire explosion in Minnesota Friday night left one man dead and several injured.
09/01/2024

A campfire explosion in Minnesota Friday night left one man dead and several injured.

One man is dead and several others were hospitalized after a campfire exploded during a Labor Day celebration in Minnesota.

The slide took out four houses, officials said, and killed one person.
09/01/2024

The slide took out four houses, officials said, and killed one person.

The couple’s home was reduced from three stories to two in a matter of seconds by a massive landslide.

A school district in Durham, North Carolina is in some hot water.
09/01/2024

A school district in Durham, North Carolina is in some hot water.

The school has asked students to bring the laptops back to the school.

The 45th president will be stopping in the Badger state.
09/01/2024

The 45th president will be stopping in the Badger state.

Former President Donald Trump will be stopping in Wisconsin Saturday, his campaign announced.

More than 40,000 workers have been locked in difficult contract negotiations with major hotel chains.
09/01/2024

More than 40,000 workers have been locked in difficult contract negotiations with major hotel chains.

More than 40,000 workers, represented by the UNITE HERE union, have been locked in difficult contract negotiations with major hotel chains that include Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott and Omni.

The 11 para triathlon events are now scheduled for Monday.
09/01/2024

The 11 para triathlon events are now scheduled for Monday.

Heavy rains cause wastewater and runoff to flow into the river, leading to a rise in bacteria levels including E. Coli.

Police called the incident isolated and told the community there is no threat.
09/01/2024

Police called the incident isolated and told the community there is no threat.

The teens were taken to a local hospital.

Officials said a structure fire in the Town of Harris was reported just after 6 p.m. yesterday.
09/01/2024

Officials said a structure fire in the Town of Harris was reported just after 6 p.m. yesterday.

A Montello woman is dead following a house fire Saturday evening in Marquette County, the sheriff’s office said.

Rest in peace.
09/01/2024

Rest in peace.

Betty Bridges has died.

The second-year head coach added that Friday’s game got “methodical.”
09/01/2024

The second-year head coach added that Friday’s game got “methodical.”

Luke Fickell reflects on rhythm of Friday's win over Western Michigan.

The NFL is allowing players to use the helmet coverings during games. But do they work?
09/01/2024

The NFL is allowing players to use the helmet coverings during games. But do they work?

With the recent deaths of three teenage football players, there’s a new push to make Guardian Caps, the protective soft-shell helmet coverings used by players in the NFL, mandatory for kids.

She said people living with addiction issues are afraid to ask for help due to shame.
09/01/2024

She said people living with addiction issues are afraid to ask for help due to shame.

On Overdose Awareness Day, Beloit community members honored people who lost their battles with addiction with a walk to share their stories, try to reduce addiction shame and advocate for a better future in Rock County.

UW-Whitewater confirmed that senior Kara Welsh was a student at the University.
09/01/2024

UW-Whitewater confirmed that senior Kara Welsh was a student at the University.

UW-Whitewater confirmed that the 21-year-old shot and killed was a student at the University. Students returning to campus reacted to the news, saying that this is not something common around their campus.

The pair came into the league highly touted and haven’t disappointed.
09/01/2024

The pair came into the league highly touted and haven’t disappointed.

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are having historic rookie seasons on and off the court.

According to air traffic control recordings, the plane departed from a nearby airport and crashed about three minutes la...
09/01/2024

According to air traffic control recordings, the plane departed from a nearby airport and crashed about three minutes later.

Two people on board the plane and one person living in a townhome where the plane crashed have been confirmed dead.

Scientists estimated the intentional collision generated more than 2 million pounds of rocks and dust.
09/01/2024

Scientists estimated the intentional collision generated more than 2 million pounds of rocks and dust.

The NASA DART spacecraft intentionally slammed into an asteroid and it may have resulted in the first human-made meteor shower.

First responders called the incident 'a first' for all of them.
09/01/2024

First responders called the incident 'a first' for all of them.

A medical run in Indiana quickly turned bizarre after officials say they discovered a pet monkey was roaming free.

A 6-year-old and an 8-year-old were among those killed in the crash, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol.
09/01/2024

A 6-year-old and an 8-year-old were among those killed in the crash, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol.

At least seven people were killed when a commercial bus filled with passengers overturned on I-20 in Mississippi.

Online judicial records for Richland County show that Watkins was granted a $30,000 personal recognizance bond.
09/01/2024

Online judicial records for Richland County show that Watkins was granted a $30,000 personal recognizance bond.

South Carolina national championship-winning forward Ashlyn Watkins was arrested Saturday on charges of assault and battery and kidnapping.

Ricky Pearsall was the team’s first round draft pick this year.
09/01/2024

Ricky Pearsall was the team’s first round draft pick this year.

Ricky Pearsall of the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers was shot in San Francisco in a robbery attempt on Saturday, according to local media.

The man stole hundreds of thousands of dollars and laundered thousands.
09/01/2024

The man stole hundreds of thousands of dollars and laundered thousands.

A Madison man was sentenced Friday to over two years in federal prison for making false statements, money laundering and wire fraud.

Investigations revealed that the victims of the scheme lost a total of $1.8 million and that Demergian used the money fo...
08/31/2024

Investigations revealed that the victims of the scheme lost a total of $1.8 million and that Demergian used the money for gambling, travel, cars, collectibles and other personal expenses.

A Madison man was sentenced to 4 and a half years in federal prison for wire fraud and evading taxes, the Department of Justice said.

Fans can check out all that UW-Athletics has in store for them this football season next at 2:30 p.m. on September 7 as ...
08/31/2024

Fans can check out all that UW-Athletics has in store for them this football season next at 2:30 p.m. on September 7 as they take on University of South Dakota.

The Wisconsin Badgers began their season under the lights at Camp Randall Friday night with a win over Western Michigan.

The 19-year-old suspect wandered into a woman’s home and bedroom while she was sleeping
08/31/2024

The 19-year-old suspect wandered into a woman’s home and bedroom while she was sleeping

A man was arrested Friday night for allegedly trespassing after falling asleep in a bathtub in someone else’s house, MPD said.

Officers searched the car and found an ounce of co***ne, psilocybin and ma*****na.
08/31/2024

Officers searched the car and found an ounce of co***ne, psilocybin and ma*****na.

A driver was arrested Friday night after being found asleep in his car stopped in the middle of an intersection, MPD said.

Employees of the bar in the 200 block of W. Gorham Street recognized the suspect who had caused problems in the past, so...
08/31/2024

Employees of the bar in the 200 block of W. Gorham Street recognized the suspect who had caused problems in the past, so they asked him to leave.

A man was arrested from a downtown Madison bar after allegedly punching an employee and stealing a woman’s wallet early Saturday morning, MPD said.

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The UW-Madison Marching Band is here for the first Badger Bash of the season!

Bucky Badger has arrived to Badger Bash! #onwisconsin

Watch Alliant Energy's Power House, this Saturday at 8:30 a.m.

Showers and thunderstorms will be likely tonight as a cold front sweeps in from the west.

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Increasing heat and humidity are on the way for the weekend. Hot and humid by Monday.

A balloon drop wraps up the 2024 Democratic National Convention #politics #chicago

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz accepted his party’s nomination for Vice President Wednesday night in Chicago. #dnc #politics #timwalz #chicago

Pleasant conditions are expected over the next few days. Hot and humid weather returns early next week.

We have a few scattered showers & thunderstorms in the forecast today and Saturday. Nice weather is expected Sunday.

Today is a FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible this evening.

Back to School 2024
Back to School 2024

Get ready to go "back to school" with The Morning Show team!🍎

WOW! Check out this time lapse of the northern lights captured by Dan K. in Friesland. Send us your Northern Lights pictures and video here: https://bit.ly/3us9Tih

We have pleasant conditions in the forecast over the next few days. Highs will be in the lower 80s.

One of the biggest meteor showers of the year is here: the Perseids! ☄️ Will you try to see them? #astronomy #perseids #meteor #stargazing #space #foryou

A sunny, but cool weekend forecast. Highs will be around 10 degrees below average.

Mostly cloudy skies are expected for much of today. Lots of sun is on the way for tomorrow and through the weekend.

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WARNING EXPIRED: The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for Crawford county until 11:45 p.m.

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