WQOW TV: Eau Claire, WI NEWS18 News, Weather, and SportsKids in Need

Here is a clear sign families in our area are having a tough time making ends meet. More kids are eating their meals at school for free, or at a cheaper cost.More >>

After school, some kids find themselves home alone many nights of the week. Mom or Dad may be working and without anyone there to help with homework, grades could suffer. At the 3 to 5 Club afternoon tutoring is offered, free of cost.More >>

An effort is underway to make sure families and individuals in our community have the most basic essentials. Things like clean socks, a toothbrush, items many of us take for granted.More >>

Getting ready to apply for college is hard, and it can be even more difficult for students navigating it on their own. That's why one organization is helping disadvantaged teens explore education after high school.More >>

Childhood obesity and diabetes have hit record levels in our country. One powerful tool against that trend is exercise. That's just one of the reasons why a local non profit is helping low income individuals stay active.More >>

Most of us make it to the dentist once or twice a year. But for families struggling to make ends meet, or on limited insurance, dental care becomes less of a priority, and more of a luxury. That's why we're highlighting an area dental clinic that caters only to low income families or those on Badger Care.More >>

During summer vacation kids get time away from school. Most parents, on the other hand, don't get a break from their jobs. Meaning children from families who can't afford full time care are often left home alone, unsupervised, during the summer months. That's why we're focusing on safe, fun places, kids can go for little or no cost.More >>

During the summer months a community pool can provide kids some relief from the heat. But, a season long pool pass is a luxury only some can afford.More >>

Teachers, school counselors and social workers are some of the first to realize when a child has a need that's not being met at home. That may be the easy part, at least when compared to finding a solution. Where do schools turn when they've run out of options, when a child needs dental care or a winter coat?More >>

High school graduation is right around the corner. That's usually a happy time, but it's become stressful for some seniors. In the Eau Claire School District, a cap and gown is just one cost students are struggling to afford.More >>

It's dinner time, but for many local kids, tonight's meal will not provide the kind of food they need. That's the focus of our Kids in Need report.More >>