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The National Weather Service says the tornado that hit Moore, Okla., was a top-of-the-scale EF-5 twister with winds of at least 200 mph. More>>

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Luncheon held to promote and celebrate literacy

In the Chippewa Valley, thousands of adults struggle with literacy. Tuesday, there was a big event to celebrate the work being done to change that. More>>

Washburn County woman sentenced for killing her dog

A woman convicted of killing her dog is sentenced in Washburn County. More>>

Thousands of images of child porn found on stolen computer

A computer found in a ditch leads to the discovery of thousands of images of child porn. More>>

Fines paid by two companies after man receives electric shock

Two companies have paid fines after a man received a high-voltage shock outside an area business. More>>

Solar panels coming to campus

Area college students are continuing to help their campus "go green." More>>

Special screening coming to Eau Claire

Human trafficking is a global issue, that's unfortunately also found its way into the Chippewa Valley. More>>

River levels rising

After a round of heavy rain, the Chippewa River shot up overnight Monday. Up six-feet, swelling to just below flood stage. More>>

Eau Claire’s Red Cross chapter waiting by the phone for call

Our local red cross chapter has been waiting by the phone to see if extra help is needed in Oklahoma. More>>

New report shows poverty rates rising across the state

A new report from the state's Department of Public Instruction shows that nearly half of Wisconsin's students are eligible for free and reduced priced meals. More>>

Altoona schools to practice evacuation drill Thursday

On Thursday of this week, district staff and students will practice yet again. This time, for the first time ever, students and staff will leave their classrooms and walk to their designated evacuation areas. More>>

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SLIDESHOW: Church holds ribbon cutting nearly two years after arson destroys former building
SLIDESHOW: Church holds ribbon cutting nearly two years after arson destroys former building
More than 2 years after an arson fire destroyed a Barron County church, members now have a new house of worship.More >>
More than 2 years after an arson fire destroyed a Barron County church, members now have a new house of worship.More >>
River Falls man dies after fall from party bus
River Falls man dies after fall from party bus
A River Falls man has died after falling out of the back of a party bus.More >>
A River Falls man has died after falling out of the back of a party bus.More >>
Historic Superior lighthouse free for the taking
Historic Superior lighthouse free for the taking
Wisconsin's historic Superior Entry lighthouse is free for the taking.More >>
Wisconsin's historic Superior Entry lighthouse is free for the taking.More >>
Update: Search held for missing Washburn County girl
Update: Search held for missing Washburn County girl
Washburn County (WQOW) - It's been 17 years since a girl disappeared after getting off a bus in Washburn County. New details in the case could be released this weekend. Sara Bushland was last seen inMore >>
It's been 17 years since a girl disappeared after getting off a bus in Washburn County.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 >>
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 >>
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 - Monday
HS Sports - Monday
HS TRACK & FIELD WIAA Division 1 New Richmond Regional Boys: 1. Girls: 1. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- WIAA Division 2 Rice Lake Regional Boys: 1. Girls: 1.More >>
Local scores, results, plus highlights from WIAA Divisions 1 and 2 track and field, as well as WIAA Divisions 1 and 2 tennis subsectionals. More >>
NCAA Division III Softball Championship - Monday
NCAA Division III Softball Championship - Monday
COLLEGE SOFTBALL NCAA Division III Championship Gelein Field, Eau Claire TEXAS-TYLER 0 SALISBURY (MD) 1 Patriots eliminated SUNY-CORTLAND (NY) 7 SALISBURY (MD) 6 Seagulls eliminated ChampionshipMore >>
Scores from Monday's action at the NCAA Division III Softball Championships, including highlights from the championship game.More >>
NCAA Division III Softball Championship - Sunday
NCAA Division III Softball Championship - Sunday
COLLEGE SOFTBALL NCAA Division III Championship Gelein Field, Eau Claire Winners Bracket SUNY-CORTLAND 0 TUFTS (MA) 5 7TH Losers Bracket MONTCLAIR STATE (NJ) 1 SALISBURY (MD)More >>
The 2013 NCAA Division III Softball Championship continues with day three at Eau Claire's Gelein Field.More >>
HS Sports - Saturday
HS Sports - Saturday
Local scores, plus highlights from softball (Menomonie vs. Chippewa Falls), baseball (Altoona vs. McDonell, LC Central vs. EC North, EC Memorial vs. DC Everest, Westby vs. Osseo-Fairchild) & soccer (Hudson vs. EC Memorial).
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Local scores, plus highlights from high school softball (Menomonie vs. Chippewa Falls), baseball (Altoona vs. McDonell, LC Central vs. EC North, EC Memorial vs. DC Everest, Westby vs. Osseo-Fairchild) and girls soccer (Hudson vs. EC Memorial).More >>

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Bird City
Bird City
The community of Menomonie is now a "Bird City."More >>
Chicken Talk
Chicken Talk
Farmer on trial
Farmer on trial
Land Stewardship Banquet
Land Stewardship Banquet
Stewardship Program
Stewardship Program
Some lawmakers want the D.N.R. to slow down when it comes to acquiring public land.More >>
Home Explosion Update
Home Explosion Update
A home in the town of Washington explodes while the family is away on vacation.More >>
Church Reopens
Church Reopens
Two years after a fire, church goers have a new places to worship.More >>
Transformer Fire
Transformer Fire
A fire starts on a transformer near I-94.More >>
Severe Weather
Severe Weather
Today's video from Oklahoma reminds us about the dangers of severe weather.More >>
Dam Rescue
Dam Rescue
A man is taken to a hospital after falling off the edge of a dam.More >>

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Rodgers, Braun to open second restaurant
Rodgers, Braun to open second restaurant
A Brookfield restaurant named for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun is opening a second location.More >>
A Brookfield restaurant named for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun is opening a second location.More >>
Lake Hallie chicken ordinance takes step forward
Lake Hallie chicken ordinance takes step forward
Lake Hallie (WQOW) - A new chicken ordinance could peck its way into the village of Lake Hallie. Three years ago, voters approved a non-binding referendum to allow chickens on residential properties inMore >>
A new chicken ordinance could peck its way into the village of Lake Hallie.More >>
Transformer starts on fire in Eau Claire County
Transformer starts on fire in Eau Claire County
Eau Claire County (WQOW) - There was a fire on a transformer near I-94 Monday afternoon. It happened around two o'clock off Jopke Road in Eau Claire County. Someone saw a bright blue flame on top of oneMore >>
There was a fire on a transformer near I-94 Monday afternoon.More >>
Event celebrates local land stewardship
Event celebrates local land stewardship
Eau Claire (WQOW) - A local event Monday night celebrated land stewardship and honored our own Dave Carlson from Northland Adventures. Dave was instrumental in Eau Claire County's stewardship program.More >>
A local event Monday night celebrated land stewardship and honored our own Dave Carlson from Northland Adventures.More >>
Home sales strong in western Wisconsin
Home sales strong in western Wisconsin
Western Wisconsin (WQOW) - A revolving door of deals is a good sign for the economy. Home sales are up. The Wisconsin Realtors Association says statewide, existing home sales jumped about 9% in AprilMore >>
A revolving door of deals is a good sign for the economy.More >>
UPDATE: House explosion still under investigation, mess remains
Update: House explosion still under investigation, mess remains
Courtesy: Tianna Ohren
Fall Creek (WQOW)- A home on Partridge Road exploded Sunday afternoon. The Township Fire Department says the family is out of town and no one was hurt in the blast. Right now crews are on scene investigatingMore >>
A home on Partridge Road exploded around noon on Sunday. The Township Fire Department says the family is out of town and no one was hurt in the blast.More >>
UPDATE: WI Farmer accused of selling raw milk on trial
UPDATE: WI Farmer accused of selling raw milk on trial
The trial for a Wisconsin farmer accused of selling raw milk will begin on Monday in Baraboo.More >>
The trial for a Wisconsin farmer accused of selling raw milk will begin on Monday in Baraboo.More >>
Weather Alert
Severe storms rumble across the region
Severe storms rumble across the region
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Skies turned dark and the rain came down in torrents as severe storms rumbled across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. The storms sparked numerous severe thunderstorm warningsMore >>
Skies turned dark and the rain came down in torrents as severe storms rumbled across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.More >>
Wisconsin has 2 $1 million Powerball winners
Wisconsin has 2 $1 million Powerball winners
Two tickets sold in Wisconsin are worth $1 million apiece after Saturday night's Powerball drawing.More >>
Two tickets sold in Wisconsin are worth $1 million apiece after Saturday night's Powerball drawing.More >>
Wisconsin bill would ban mandatory flu shots
Wisconsin bill would ban mandatory flu shots
If passed, the bill would make Wisconsin the only state that bars employers of any type from requiring vaccinations.More >>
If passed, the bill would make Wisconsin the only state that bars employers of any type from requiring vaccinations.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
13%
62 votes
Somewhat far and gas prices affect me
34%
165 votes
Somewhat far but gas prices don't affect me
3%
13 votes
Not very far and gas prices affect me
33%
161 votes
Not very far but gas prices don't affect me
7%
34 votes
I don't drive to work
10%
51 votes

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Lawmakers tell DNR to slow down in acquiring new land
Lawmakers tell DNR to slow down in acquiring new land
Eau Claire (WQOW)- The Joint Finance Committee sent a message to the DNR this month about the state's Stewardship Program. That program buys land for the public to enjoy, like state parks, state forestsMore >>
The Joint Finance Committee sent a message to the DNR this month about the state's Stewardship Program.More >>
Two taken to hospital after falling off ledge in Dunn County
Two taken to hospital after falling off ledge in Dunn County
Dunn County (WQOW) - A man and his wife were taken to a hospital after falling off the edge of a dam. It happened Monday afternoon at the Elk Creek Lake Dam near the Eau Claire/Dunn County line. A relativeMore >>
A man and his wife were taken to a hospital after falling off the edge of a dam.More >>
What to watch for when weather turns severe
What to watch for when weather turns severe
Sunday's storms in our area and Monday's video from Oklahoma remind us about the dangers of severe weather.More >>
Sunday's storms in our area and Monday's video from Oklahoma remind us about the dangers of severe weather.More >>
Chippewa Fire District battles grass fire in Wheaton
Chippewa Fire District battles grass fire in Wheaton
Chippewa County (WQOW) - Even with the fire ban lifted, Chippewa fire crews are reminding everyone conditions are still dry. Emergency crews spent part of their evening battling a grass fire in ChippewaMore >>
Even with the fire ban lifted, Chippewa fire crews are reminding everyone conditions are still dry.More >>
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 >>
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 >>
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 >>