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Oil tops $100 again despite historic release of reserves as war with Iran rages (CNN) — Oil prices surged past $100 per barrel again overnight, three days after it hit a four-year high, as the US and Israel’s war with Iran continues to have

"Oil prices surged past $100 per barrel again overnight, three days after it hit a four-year high, as the US and Israel’s war with Iran continues to have a historic impact on global fuel supplies."

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Wisconsin lawmakers propose online sports betting legislation MADISON, Wis. (WKBT) — Wisconsin lawmakers are advancing a bipartisan proposal that would legalize online sports betting, marking a significant shift in the state's gambling landscape.

The legislation would allow residents to place sports wagers using their phones or computers, provided the servers hosting these bets are located on tribal land. Currently, sports betting in Wisconsin is only legal inside tribal casinos.

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A service dog named Alfred sparked a Lyft settlement in Minnesota with nationwide reach Lyft has agreed to protect the rights of blind and disabled riders to travel with service animals under a Minnesota settlement that applies nationwide. State officials have announced the deal

College student Tori Andres turned to the Minnesota Department of Human Rights after several Lyft drivers refused to let her service dog, Alfred, ride along with her.

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Jury trial underway for alleged 'dating app predator' Timothy Olson MILWAUKEE (WDJT) -- A jury trial is underway in Milwaukee County for a man accused of kidnapping a 79-year-old woman in 2022.

A jury trial is underway in Milwaukee County for a man accused of kidnapping a 79-year-old woman in 2022.

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Outdated intel likely led US to carry out deadly strike on Iranian elementary school, AP sources say Outdated intelligence has likely led to the United States carrying out a deadly missile strike on an elementary school in Iran that killed over 165 people, many of them children,

The bombing of the school and its casualties involving children has become a focal point of the war, and if ultimately confirmed to be at the hands of the U.S., would also stand among the highest civilian casualty events caused by the American military operations in the last two decades.

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Wisconsin legislature advances $14.6 million funding bill for UW athletics NIL program MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin lawmakers moved closer to providing millions in taxpayer funding to help the University of Wisconsin-Madison athletics department compete in the evolving landscape of college sports name,

The Joint Finance Committee approved Bill 1034 on Wednesday afternoon in an 8-5 bipartisan vote, advancing legislation that would allocate $14.6 million to UW athletics. The bill could reach the Senate floor as soon as next week.

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La Crosse woman arrested for allegedly shooting firearm while intoxicated LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- A woman was arrested after a shooting incident on the northside Wednesday afternoon, according to a release.

48-year-old Mary A. McGuire was arrested at a residence at the 1000 block of Avon Street after police responded to a shooting incident in the area around 4:12 p.m.

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Eagle women head to Sweet 16 for first time in program history The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse women's basketball team began their journey east today, with New York City as their destination for a historic Sweet 16 appearance.

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse women's basketball team began their journey east today, with New York City as their destination for a historic Sweet 16 appearance.

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Viroqua to join Southwest Wisconsin Conference after successful appeal The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Board of Control has approved Viroqua High School's request to join the Southwest Wisconsin Conference beginning in the 2027-28 school year, reversing an earlier decision

The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Board of Control has approved Viroqua High School's request to join the Southwest Wisconsin Conference beginning in the 2027-28 school year, reversing an earlier decision

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Vernon County introduces texting to 911 in emergencies VERNON COUNTY, Wis. (WKBT) -- People in Vernon County can now reach emergency dispatchers by text. It’s part of a new upgrade to the county’s “Next Generation 911” system —

People in Vernon County can now reach emergency dispatchers by text. It’s part of a new upgrade to the county’s “Next Generation 911” system — designed to make emergency responses faster and more reliable.

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La Crosse man committed to life in a psychiatric facility for role in wife's death LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- 38-year-old Zachary Fritz will spend the rest of his life in a psychiatric facility, according to a ruling by Judge Elliot Levine Wednesday afternoon.

38-year-old Zachary Fritz will spend the rest of his life in a psychiatric facility, according to a ruling by Judge Elliot Levine Wednesday afternoon.

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Eau Claire man sentenced for 2025 homicide EAU CLAIRE (WKBT) — Du'Marion Stogner was sentenced Wednesday to 9 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Andre Simmons Jr.

Du'Marion Stogner was sentenced Wednesday to 9 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Andre Simmons Jr.

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La Crosse Public Library unveils $3.1 million renovation ""

The La Crosse Public Library opened its doors following a $3.1 million renovation that modernizes the community hub with expanded technology resources and new health services.

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Make a splash this spring: New adventures await in nationally ranked Wisconsin Dells WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. — Wisconsin Dells has secured eighth place on US News and World Report's 2026 list of best family vacations.

Wisconsin Dells has secured eighth place on US News and World Report's 2026 list of best family vacations.

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Vernon County expands when storm sirens will sound VIROQUA, Wis. (WKBT) — Vernon County will now activate outdoor warning sirens when the National Weather Service (NWS) issues severe thunderstorm warnings with a "destructive" tag, emergency management officials announced

Vernon County will now activate outdoor warning sirens when the National Weather Service issues severe thunderstorm warnings with a "destructive" tag, emergency management officials announced Wednesday.

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VA watchdog finds nearly a million calls from vets seeking care had key tracking data missing (CNN) — The wife of one veteran wanted her husband to be evaluated, fearing his cancer may have spread, and sought a radiology appointment last year with the Department of

The VA watchdog also discovered other cases when veterans were forced “to drive to facilities in person” for answers when they could not reach VA staff to schedule or change appointments.

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UW-Eau Claire women's basketball coach Tonja Englund retires after 26 seasons EAU CLAIRE (WKBT) — Tonja Englund, the most successful coach in University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women's basketball history, announced her retirement after 26 seasons leading the Blugolds.

Tonja Englund, the most successful coach in University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire women's basketball history, announced her retirement after 26 seasons leading the Blugolds.

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The Pump House celebrating St. Patrick's Day with Celtic Stories and Songs LA CROSSE (WKBT) — The Pump House Regional Arts Center will celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an evening of Celtic storytelling, music and dancing on Saturday.

The Pump House Regional Arts Center will celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an evening of Celtic storytelling, music and dancing on Saturday.

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Jill On Money: Stocks sink, crude soars, consumers fret War in the Middle East hit financial markets almost immediately. Within one week of the U.S. and Israel attacking Iran, stocks dropped, but the bigger story was crude oil, which

"The first week of gains in oil amounted to the largest percentage increases in records dating back to 1983, and as of this writing, oil is up close to 60% this year."

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Trump administration to restore Global Entry program as DHS shutdown impacts travel (CNN) — The Trump administration said international travel program Global Entry would be restored on Wednesday morning, reopening a fast-track system that had been halted last month during an ongoing

“As DHS continually evaluates measures it can take amidst the Democrats’ continued shutdown of the department, DHS will be reactivating Global Entry on March 11th at 5:00 AM ET."

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A surprising percentage of produce from the nation’s largest supplier contains ‘forever’ pesticides (CNN) — Nearly 40% of nonorganic fruits and vegetables grown in California contain traces of pesticides that are also PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” according to a new investigation.

"Nearly 40% of nonorganic fruits and vegetables grown in California contain traces of pesticides that are also PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” according to a new investigation."

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US says it destroyed 16 mine-laying vessels as Iran threatens to block Gulf oil exports Iran’s attacks on regional oil infrastructure and pledges to choke off a vital waterway left markets on edge as the United States promised blistering new strikes.

"The U.S. destroyed 16 mine-laying Iranian vessels, though President Donald Trump said in social media posts there were no reports of Iran planting explosives in the Strait of Hormuz."

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Car strikes and kills pedestrian in Jackson county BROCKWAY, Wi (WKBT)-- One is dead after a car struck a pedestrian in the town of Brockway.

One is dead after a car struck and killed a pedestrian in Jackson County; The names of those involved are being withheld until proper notifications are made.

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Large turnout at open house for proposed transmission line in Gays Mills GAYS MILLS, Wis. (WKBT) — A proposed transmission line project that could span 140 miles across the region drew a large turnout to an open house in Gays Mills Tuesday

The project aims to address projected high energy demand in the Midwest; However, local landowners expressed significant opposition to the transmission line plans at Tuesday's meeting.

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UW-La Crosse wrestlers prepare for national championship quest Eight wrestlers from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will begin their pursuit of national titles Friday as the Eagles enter the Division III National Championships as one of the strongest

Eight wrestlers from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will begin their pursuit of national titles Friday as the Eagles enter the Division III National Championships as one of the strongest

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Judge to decide fate of La Crosse man accused of killing his wife LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- A judge will decide whether Zachary Fritz spends the rest of his life in prison or a psychiatric facility after attorneys delivered closing arguments Tuesday.

Judge Elliott Levine will deliver verdict Wednesday on whether Zachary Fritz spends the rest of his life in prison or a psychiatric facility.

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Gov. Evers spotlights launch of new state film office and $5 million tax credit program LA CROSSE (WKBT)-- Governor Tony Evers visited La Crosse Film Academy Tuesday, showcasing the new Wisconsin state film office and five million dollars in film tax credits.

The office aims to bring new filmmakers to the state, leading to a boost in travel and tourism; Previously, Wisconsin was one of only four states in the country to not have a film office.

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Eau Claire City Council approves water rate price increase EAU CLAIRE, WI (WKBT)-- The Eau Claire City Council approved a proposal to increase water rates 20.04%.

The Eau Claire City Council approved a proposal to increase water rates 20.04%; The estimated quarterly bill is expected to go from $77.19 to $89.93.

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Van Orden discusses tax relief for small businesses in Eau Claire EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WKBT) -- Congressman Derrick Van Orden visited with small business owners Tuesday to discuss federal tax legislation designed to provide relief for Main Street enterprises and family-owned

The congressman said the measures would specifically target relief for Main Street and family-owned businesses by addressing regulatory burdens that often strain smaller operations.

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Fountain City couple arrested after sheriff spots them allegedly mixing meth through window FOUNTAIN CITY, Wis. (WKBT)-- A Fountain City woman plead not guilty to Possession with Intent in court Tuesday.

Hauser was arrested by gunpoint at the post office after allegedly ditching a bag containing fentanyl and methamphetamine in a recycling bin.

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