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Update: Search held for missing Washburn County girl

It's been 17 years since a girl disappeared after getting off a bus in Washburn County. More>>

Cost of Gov. Walker's Medicaid plan increases

A new estimate from the nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau says the cost of Walker's medical assistance proposal is $73.5 million more than when he released it in February. More>>

Pump Price sets a record in Eau Claire

At the gas pump, we're seeing a number we've never seen before in Eau Claire. More>>

Special Kids Day a big hit

Friday was a day of fun for many area students. More>>

Fatal crash: Pedestrian hit by semi in parking lot

It happened around 4 p.m. Friday. More>>

Wis. camp gets cleaning after kids get sick

A YMCA camp in western Wisconsin has been cleaned after more than 50 children from a Minnesota school district were sickened with norovirus. More>>

Artists head outdoors for first ever Fresh Paint competition

20 artists were given from Wednesday morning until Saturday afternoon to create pieces that must be painted near Durand. More>>

UPDATE: More answers about proposed Obesity Map

It's a unique step that's never been done in Eau Claire before. The data would be calculated using the body mass index. More>>

Special Olympics fundraiser going on at the pumps Saturday

May 18 is shaping up to be a great day for Special Olympics athletes as volunteers prepare to pump gas in exchange for fundraising dollars. More>>

UWEC, Visit Eau Claire form partnership to boost tourism

State and local leaders met at UW-Eau Claire Friday to announce a new cooperation aimed at expanding the local economy. More>>

DNR identifies logging company responsible for starting fire

Department of Natural Resources law enforcement officials have identified the owner of the land where the Germann Road Fire originated as well as the logging operation responsible for unintentionally igniting the fire. More>>

News [menu1364_2-C123763]News - Subnavigation - 2012More>>
Walker signs work share bill
Walker signs work share bill
Gov. Scot Walker has signed into law a bill creating a program that gives employers an alternative to laying off employees when work slows.More >>
Gov. Scot Walker has signed into law a bill creating a program that gives employers an alternative to laying off employees when work slows.More >>
Guard refueling plane lands safely after reporting problem
Guard refueling plane lands safely after reporting problem
A Wisconsin National Guard refueling plane landed safely at Mitchell International Airport after reporting mechanical problems.More >>
A Wisconsin National Guard refueling plane landed safely at Mitchell International Airport after reporting mechanical problems.More >>
State unemployment rate at 7.1 percent
State unemployment rate at 7.1 percent
Wisconsin's unemployment rate for April was 7.1 percent, unchanged from the previous month.More >>
Wisconsin's unemployment rate for April was 7.1 percent, unchanged from the previous month.More >>
Wife rescues husband from black bear attack
Wife rescues husband from black bear attack
A man is recovering from injuries suffered when he was attacked by a black bear in Marinette County.More >>
A man is recovering from injuries suffered when he was attacked by a black bear in Marinette County.More >>
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Eaglet has arrived in Eau Claire
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Eaglet has arrived in Eau Claire
Courtesy Lewis Farm
I just happened to be taking some pictures early Tuesday morning and decided to take a look at the eagle's nest over the driveway. I was shocked! There was our Spring baby!More >>
I just happened to be taking some pictures of our goats, that walk across a bridge 12 feet in the air, early Tuesday morning and decided to take a look at the eagle's nest. I was shocked! There was our Spring baby!More >>

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HS Sports - Friday
HS Sports - Friday
Local scores, plus highlights from softball, girls soccer, and boys golf.More >>
Local scores, plus highlights from softball, girls soccer, and boys golf.More >>
NCAA Division III Softball Championship - Friday
NCAA Division III Softball Championship - Friday
Action gets underway with four games Friday at the 2013 NCAA Division III Softball Championship.More >>
Action gets underway with four games Friday at the 2013 NCAA Division III Softball Championship at Eau Claire's Gelein Field.More >>
NCAA Division III Women's Golf - Friday
NCAA Division III Women's Golf - Friday
UWEC's Catherine Wagner finishes 6th individually, while UW-Stout winds up 18th in the team standings. More >>
UWEC's Catherine Wagner finishes 6th individually, while UW-Stout winds up 18th in the team standings. More >>
HS Sports - Thursday
HS Sports - Thursday
Local scores, brackets, plus highlights from girls playoff softball (New Richmond vs. Altoona, Glenwood City vs. McDonell, Regis vs. Mondovi, Colfax vs. Bloomer) and boys golf (Cloverbelt Conference Meet).
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Local scores, brackets, plus highlights from girls playoff softball (New Richmond vs. Altoona, Glenwood City vs. McDonell, Regis vs. Mondovi, Colfax vs. Bloomer) and boys golf (Cloverbelt Conference Meet).More >>
NCAA Division III Women's Golf - Thursday
NCAA Division III Women's Golf - Thursday
WOMEN'S COLLEGE GOLF NCAA Division III Championship - Second Round 1. MARY HARDIN-BAYLOR (TX) +64 2. TEXAS-TYLER +71 3. GEORGE FOX (OR) +79 18. UW-STOUT +176 Individuals: T9. CatherineMore >>
Third round results from the NCAA Division III Women's Golf Championship.More >>
HS Sports - Wednesday
HS Sports - Wednesday
HS SOFTBALL WIAA Division 4 Regional Quarterfinal CLEAR LAKE 4 EAU CLAIRE IMMANUEL LUTHERAN 12 ECIL vs. Glenwood City or McDonell Central, Tuesday, Regional Semifinal ================================ GIRLSMore >>
Local scores, plus highlights from softball (Clear Lake vs. EC Immanuel Lutheran) and girls soccer (EC North vs. Rice Lake).More >>

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Record gas prices
Record gas prices
Search for Sara Bushland
Search for Sara Bushland
Special Kids Day
Special Kids Day
UWEC and Visit Eau Claire Partnership
UWEC and Visit Eau Claire Partnership
UWEC and Visit Eau Claire are forming a new partnership to benefit both organizations.More >>
Fresh Paint Competition
Fresh Paint Competition
It is the fires Fresh Paint Competition in Durand.More >>
Update on Obesity Map Proposal
Update on Obesity Map Proposal
The proposal for an obesity map is part of the health chapter in the city's comprehensive plan.More >>
Gas Prices
Gas Prices
The price at the pump is at an all time high in Eau Claire.More >>
Filling the Dream
Filling the Dream
The 8th annual Filling the Dream Fundraiser will be going on tomorrow right here in the Chippewa Valley.More >>
Special Kids Day
Special Kids Day
Today was Special Kids Day.More >>
Forgiving Taxes
Forgiving Taxes
Wisconsin lawmakers unanimously approved forgiving state taxes for those military members killed in combat.More >>

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Lawmakers claim oversight in forgiving state taxes for those killed in combat
Lawmakers claim oversight in forgiving state taxes for those killed in combat
Eau Claire (WQOW)- This week, Wisconsin lawmakers unanimously approve forgiving state taxes for those military members killed in combat. The issue became public after the father of a Dane County soldier,More >>
This week, Wisconsin lawmakers unanimously approve forgiving state taxes for those military members killed in combat.More >>
DNR making a fashion statement to promote national safe boating week
DNR making a fashion statement to promote national safe boating week
Eau Claire (WQOW)- DNR employees are making a fashion statement at work Friday and it's all to promote boater safety. National safe boating week kicks off Friday and to celebrate, DNR staff are wearingMore >>
DNR employees are making a fashion statement at work Friday and it's all to promote boater safety.More >>
$4.24 for gas in Menomonie: What's behind the soaring price?
$4.24 for gas in Menomonie: What's behind the soaring price?
Menomonie (WQOW) - The buzz around town is the changing, or soaring price at the pump. At $4.04 a gallon, the price of gas in Eau Claire is nearing a record. It already set a record in Menomonie Thursday.More >>
The buzz around town is the changing, or soaring price at the pump. At $4.04 a gallon, the price of gas in Eau Claire is nearing a record. It already set a record in Menomonie Thursday.More >>
Powerball jackpot jumps to $600M
Powerball jackpot jumps to $600M
Powerball officials say the jackpot has climbed to an estimated $600 million, making it the largest prize in the game's history and the world's second largest lottery prize.More >>
Powerball officials say the jackpot has climbed to an estimated $600 million, making it the largest prize in the game's history and the world's second largest lottery prize.More >>
'Mother's instincts': NM woman chased abductor
'Mother's instincts': NM woman chased abductor
A mother who chased down a man and ran into his car after he grabbed her 4-year-old says her "mother's instincts" kicked in when she launched her pursuit.More >>
A mother who chased down a man and ran into his car after he grabbed her 4-year-old says her "mother's instincts" kicked in when she launched her pursuit.More >>
Tea party group says IRS asked about Walker recall
Tea party group says IRS asked about Walker recall
A tea party group says the Internal Revenue Service asked about its involvement in efforts to verify signatures in the effort to recall Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker.More >>
A tea party group says the Internal Revenue Service asked about its involvement in efforts to verify signatures in the effort to recall Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker.More >>
Gogebic Taconite reduces number of test holes
Gogebic Taconite reduces number of test holes
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- A mining company has reduced the number of test holes it plans to make for a proposed iron ore mine near Lake Superior. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says GogebicMore >>
A mining company has reduced the number of test holes it plans to make for a proposed iron ore mine near Lake Superior.More >>
National agency proposes changing legal alcohol limit
National agency proposes changing legal alcohol limit
Earlier this week the National Transportation Safety Board issued some recommendations to curb drinking and driving.More >>
Earlier this week the National Transportation Safety Board issued some recommendations to curb drinking and driving.More >>
Gov. Walker tours Douglas County fire area, no charges against loggers
Gov. Walker tours Douglas County fire area, no charges against loggers
Governor Walker toured northern Wisconsin Thursday to get a first-hand look at the damage caused by the state's worst wildfire in more than three decades.More >>
Governor Walker toured northern Wisconsin Thursday to get a first-hand look at the damage caused by the state's worst wildfire in more than three decades.More >>
Teams competing in national softball championship give back to the community
Teams competing in national softball championship give back to the community
Eau Claire (WQOW)- Eight teams competing in Eau Claire to be crowned national softball champions spent the day giving back to the community here in the Chippewa Valley. The tournament may not start untilMore >>
Eight teams competing in Eau Claire to be crowned national softball champions spent the day giving back to the community here in the Chippewa Valley.More >>

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Douglas County Wildfire
Douglas County Wildfire
A wildfire erupts in northern Wisconsin. Find information on the fire, how much is contained, fire damage and area fire bans in place.More >>
A wildfire erupts in northern Wisconsin. Find information on the fire, how much is contained, fire damage and area fire bans in place.
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Mine of Information
Mine of Information
The debate about a proposed iron ore mine in northern Wisconsin always seems to come back to two things: the impact on the economy vs. the environment.
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The debate about a proposed iron ore mine in northern Wisconsin always seems to come back to two things: the impact on the economy vs. the environment. As WQOW News 18 examines Gogebic Taconite's plans, we're hearing what supporters and opponents say they stand to gain or lose depending on the fate of that mine.More >>
NEW! Get Active Today
NEW! Get Active Today
Connect, engage and share with Get Active Today... your fitness, nutrition, recreation and lifestyle resource from WQOW.More >>
Connect, engage and share with Get Active Today... your fitness, nutrition, recreation and lifestyle resource from WQOW.More >>
Heroes Behind the Badge
Heroes Behind the Badge
Heroes Behind the Badge is a 90 minute documentary that recounts the harrowing stories of law enforcement officers who were caught in the line of fire and survived and those who made the ultimate sacrifice.More >>
Heroes Behind the Badge is a 90 minute documentary that recounts the harrowing stories of law enforcement officers who were caught in the line of fire and survived and those who made the ultimate sacrifice.More >>
Sandstorm of Business
Sandstorm of Business
Anchor Jerry Gallagher takes a closer look at the sand mine business in Wisconsin.More >>
Anchor Jerry Gallagher takes a closer look at the sand mine business in Wisconsin.More >>
Adopt-A-Pet
Adopt-A-Pet
Check out the great animals in our area that are looking for a good home!More >>
Check out the great animals in our area that are looking for a good home!More >>
Downtown Eau Claire Confluence Project
Downtown Eau Claire Confluence Project
The Confluence Project includes a new community arts center and university student housing that will be built at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers in downtown Eau Claire.More >>
The Confluence Project includes a new community arts center, commercial/retail complex and university student housing that will be built at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers in downtown Eau Claire.More >>

News 18 Web Poll
How far do you live from work? Will gas prices affect how you get to work?

Very far and gas prices affect me
Somewhat far and gas prices affect me
Somewhat far but gas prices don't affect me
Not very far and gas prices affect me
Not very far but gas prices don't affect me
I don't drive to work
Thank you for participating in our poll. Here are the results so far:
Very far and gas prices affect me
15%
34 votes
Somewhat far and gas prices affect me
33%
80 votes
Somewhat far but gas prices don't affect me
1%
3 votes
Not very far and gas prices affect me
34%
82 votes
Not very far but gas prices don't affect me
6%
14 votes
I don't drive to work
11%
26 votes

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Mayo Clinic Health System promotes moist wound healing
Mayo Clinic Health System promotes moist wound healing
For more than 50 years, the discipline of wound management has been aware of the fact that moist wounds heal faster and with a lower rate of infection compared to dry wounds. More >>
For more than 50 years, the discipline of wound management has been aware of the fact that moist wounds heal faster and with a lower rate of infection compared to dry wounds. More >>
Eau Claire Historic Preservation Foundation 2013 Home Tour May 18th
Eau Claire Historic Preservation Foundation 2013 Home Tour May 18th
The Eau Claire Historic Preservation Foundation invites the public to the 2013 Historic Home Tour on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.More >>
The Eau Claire Historic Preservation Foundation invites the public to the 2013 Historic Home Tour on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.More >>
Foss Fine Meats recalls bratwurst, meat loaf and summer sausage
Foss Fine Meats recalls bratwurst, meat loaf and summer sausage
Foss Fine Meats, of Sparta, is voluntarily recalling its beer bratwurst, meat loaf and summer sausage products containing potential allergens that are not listed in the ingredient statementMore >>
Foss Fine Meats, of Sparta, is voluntarily recalling its beer bratwurst, meat loaf and summer sausage products containing potential allergens that are not listed in the ingredient statement.More >>
Barbara Walters to retire from TV journalism
Barbara Walters to retire from TV journalism
ABC News personality Barbara Walters announced she will retire from TV journalism in 2014.More >>
ABC News personality Barbara Walters announced she will retire from TV journalism in 2014.More >>
NJ Gov. Chris Christie had secret weight loss surgery
NJ Gov. Chris Christie had secret weight loss surgery
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- A spokesman says New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie underwent gastric band surgery in February to try to lose weight. Spokesman Michael Drewniak confirmed to The Associated Press onMore >>
A spokesman says New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie underwent gastric band surgery in February to try to lose weight.More >>
Anonymous donation to provide much needed help for veterans
Anonymous donation to provide much needed help for veterans
An anonymous donation will go to local veterans who need a little financial help.More >>
An anonymous donation will go to local veterans who need a little financial help.More >>
Chetek burn victim has left the hospital
Chetek burn victim has left the hospital
A woman who was seriously burned in a fire is now out of the hospital.More >>
A woman who was seriously burned in a fire is now out of the hospital.More >>
New frac sand legislation is in the works
New frac sand legislation is in the works
Western Wisconsin (WQOW) - The right to know is at the heart of new frac sand legislation. Senator Kathleen Vinehout (D - 31st District) is introducing legislation which calls for more transparency.More >>
The right to know is at the heart of new frac sand legislation.More >>
Boy Scouts hold annual Easter egg hunt at Carson Park
Boy Scouts hold annual Easter egg hunt at Carson Park
On March 30, 2013, the Chippewa Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America is holding a city-wide Easter Egg Hunt at the Pine Pavilion at Carson Park.More >>
On March 30, 2013, the Chippewa Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America is holding a city-wide Easter Egg Hunt at the Pine Pavilion at Carson Park.More >>
Non-School Closings and Cancellations
Non-School Closings and Cancellations
Public meetings, organizations and church closings.More >>
Public meetings, organizations and church closings.More >>