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Wisconsin's Paul Hamm had own Olympic gymnastics medal controversy settled in courts 20 years ago
The news that USA gymnast Jordan Chiles will have to surrender her bronze medal, despite potential evidence that could refute the principal issue, surely rings familiar for Wisconsinites who followed the Olympics two decades ago. Waukesha native Paul Hamm won the men's all-around gymnastics title at the 2004 Olympics in Athens, but he...
Owners of the new Willow Inn & Suites share progress a month after closing deal on the old Regency
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - The Regency Inn & Suites is under new ownership, and they are moving fast to rebrand and reopen the property for future guests. “They wanted to see progress in 9 to 12 months. I think we can pull it off in 2 to 3 months,” said Tarek Menesi. “Early on, and rightfully so, a lot of people were skeptical. It’s been a pain point for a long period of time. I would feel the same.”
Eau Claire breaks ground on $20 million PFAS removal facility
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Eau Claire finally broke ground on a four year project to get rid of 100% of PFAS in the city’s wells on Thursday. State lawmakers and city leaders gathered for the official groundbreaking ceremony of a new PFAS removal facility at the Water Treatment Plant on Riverview Drive.
Two Arrested After Striking a Pedestrian in Eau Claire
On Saturday, August 10th around 5:05PM, the Eau Claire Communications Center received a 911 call of a hit and run to a pedestrian at Menards on Hastings Way in Eau Claire. The caller provided the license plate of the striking vehicle. Altoona Police entered the car into the City’s License Plate Reader system. Minutes later the system alerted Officers that the car was traveling west on Highway 12.
Man hurt following plane crash in Chetek
CHETEK, Wis. (WEAU) - A man is hurt following a plane crash in Chetek. According to Chetek police, on Aug. 14, 2024, at 12:33 p.m., the Chetek Police Department was called to a possible plane crash at the Chetek Municipal Airport. Chetek police say they arrived to find a plane...
Clark County Humane Society Pet of the Week: Willow
Willow is the Pet of the Week from the Clark County Humane Society made possible by Creekside Kennels and Shop south of Black River Falls. (https://www.creeksidekennelsshop.com/) Name: Willow. Age: 10-Weeks-Old Breed: Mixed Breed. Meet Willow, the CCHS Pet of the Week! Willow came to CCHS with his 7 siblings from...
Milwaukee, WI Braces for Strong Storms Expected to Impact Weekend Plans
Milwaukee, WI – Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop across Wisconsin from west to east today, bringing with them the potential for strong storms. Residents in the Milwaukee area should prepare for small hail, gusty winds, and heavy downpours this afternoon, with storm activity expected to taper off by evening.
Vice Presidential Nominee JD Vance to again visit Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WFRV) – On the day of the 2024 Wisconsin Fall Partisan Primary, the Trump-Vance campaign announced that the vice presidential nominee will be returning to the Badger State. According to a release sent to Local Five, Senator JD Vance (R-OH) is scheduled to deliver remarks in Milwaukee...
New legal challenge to Wisconsin’s personalized license plate restrictions
(The Center Square) – There is now a First Amendment challenge to Wisconsin’s personalized license plate restrictions. The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty wants a judge to strike down the state law that allows the Department of Motor Vehicles to ban license plates that are deemed “objectionable.” “Every citizen has the First Amendment right to express themselves, and that includes the message they convey with their personalized license plates,”...
Students help protect Western Wisconsin’s environment
ALTOONA, Wis. (WEAU) - As part of that celebration of 175 years of dedication to the state, Eau Claire County and the Univercity Alliance are showing off how they are protecting the environment. On Wednesday, students from Madison showcased their reports and projects on ways to protect lake Altoona and...
The 2nd Annual Terry Biddle Memorial Convoy and Touch-A-Truck Event
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) -The legacy of a Chippewa Valley man who loved to give back continues to be honored with an annual memorial convoy and fundraiser for the Eau Claire Police Department. The 2nd Annual Terry Biddle Memorial Convoy kicks off on Saturday, Aug. 17, and has expanded into...
Wisconsin Lottery $100K All or Nothing winning ticket sold in Fond du Lac
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (CBS 58) -- A $100,000 winning ticket for the Wisconsin Lottery's All or Nothing game was sold at Kwik Trip on Hickory St. in Fond du Lac for the Wednesday, Aug. 14 midday draw. The ticket matched 11 of 11 numbers, marking the fourth time the...
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