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Minnesota man who impaled his leg in construction accident lands at St. Cloud Hospital
Thursday evening, Meeker County deputies rescued a Slayton man and sent him to St. Cloud Hospital via LifeLink. At 6:45 p.m., the Meeker County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a man who was injured on a job site. Meeker County Deputies, Hutchinson Fire & Rescue, Alina Ambulance and Lifelink III responded to the scene in the 67000 block of CSAH 18 in Ellsworth Township, according to a release. ...
2 dead, dozens hospitalized from nationwide listeria outbreak linked to deli meat
There is a nationwide outbreak of listeria linked to sliced deli meats that is part of an ongoing investigation, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The outbreak killed two people, including one from New Jersey, and hospitalized 28 others. Here’s what you need to know about the listeria outbreak...
Western Wisconsin Health welcomes Christian Gausman to Board of Directors
BALDWIN, WI – Western Wisconsin Health (WWH) is proud to announce the appointment of Christian Gausman to the WWH Board of Directors. As a Baldwin, Wisconsin native, Christian is dedicated to serving and giving back to the community in which he was raised. Christian is excited to leverage his experience to contribute to the organization’s strategic direction and continued success in providing the community with high-quality healthcare services.
Scuba diver, 70, dies attempting to explore shipwreck near Michigan's Isle Royale National Park
(CBS DETROIT) - A 70-year-old Wisconsin man has died while scuba diving in Lake Superior near the Isle Royale National Park.According to the National Park Service, John Nousaine, of Superior, Wisconsin, was exploring the Emperor shipwreck, a 525-foot steel bulk freighter that sank in 1947. The area of the shipwreck is between 100 to 150 feet.Officials say Nousaine's family has been notified.The Keweenaw County Sheriff's Office and medical examiner are investigating the incident.According to NPS' website, the Emperor struck Canoe Rocks off Isle Royale on June 4, 1947, sinking in about 30 minutes. Three officers and nine crew members died in the sinking.
Minnesota Bicyclist Suffers Severe Injuries in Crash With SUV at Hwy. 61 Intersection
Wyoming, MN (KROC-AM News)- A bicyclist is fighting for his life after a crash with a vehicle at an eastern Minnesota intersection. Emergency responders were dispatched to the collision shortly after 8:00 Thursday evening. The vehicle involved was an SUV. The State Patrol says the collision occurred at the intersection...
Wisconsin ends ban on carrying firearms while fishing
Wisconsin is ending its long-standing rule that banned carrying firearms while fishing after facing a legal challenge. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources agreed to end the ban on anglers, or those who fish recreationally, from carrying firearms Wednesday. The DNR was facing pressure from the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty, a conservative law […]
What to know about assisted living in Wisconsin: admissions, cost, services, and more
In Wisconsin, there are more than 4,000 assisted living facilities and 60,000 beds — and they range in size, price, specialities and level of medical care. Assisted living facilities oversee key questions about your or your loved one's care: admissions, staffing levels and the availability of a nurse, among other things. Here are the...
Eau Claire Deputy City Attorney appointed to Eau Claire County Circuit Court
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Governor Tony Evers is announcing his appointment of Douglas Hoffer to the Eau Claire County Circuit Court - Branch 2. According to a press release from the Office of Governor Tony Evers, the appointment will fill the vacancy being created by Judge Michael A. Schumacher’s resignation.
Read All About It! Large Book Sale In Cold Spring
Do you love to read? I've been buying the Dune series of books, and each one of the books ranges from $16 to $21. If you love to read, you'll want to take advantage of this big book sale this weekend, where you can get great reads from some of the most popular authors for as low as $1 per book.
Road closures and overflow parking expected for Trump rally Saturday
SAINT CLOUD – St. Cloud State hockey fans may be used to bad gameday traffic, but expect heightened security and road closures Saturday for Donald Trump's presidential rally with J.D. Vance at the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center. Although postgame traffic is bad enough as is, the crowd leaving SCSU’s hockey center on Saturday will have to deal with the additional headache of a presidential motorcade. ...
Local surrogates stump for Harris as Wisconsin Democrats prepare for biggest mobilization blitz
MADISON, Wis. — Local leaders across Wisconsin wrapped up the week by stumping for now-presumed Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, with just over 100 days left until the November election. The focus Friday was on trying to tie former President Donald Trump to Project 2025 — a more...
Wisconsin fans look forward to Olympic watch parties
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Olympic watch parties are popping up around the state, exciting fans and businesses for what’s ahead during the summer games. Team USA women’s soccer fans went to Breese Stevens Field Thursday to watch the team take home a 3-0 victory against Zambia. Heidi Herberger...
Wisconsin's Apostle Islands could become America's newest national park
MADISON - The Apostle Islands could soon become Wisconsin's first national park, thanks to an effort by several federal lawmakers. U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany introduced a bill Tuesday that would designate the area as a national park, upgrading it from its current designation as a national lakeshore. The first hearing on the...
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