La Crosse, WI

ONALASKA Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – One person is dead after a motorcycle crash in Onalaska. The La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office says one person on a motorcycle heading northbound on County Road Z. Near County Road Z-N it left the road. The motorcycle went into the ditch, tipped over,...

Consolidation of high schools in La Crosse will not be immediate or even a guarantee, Superintendent Aaron Engel clarified Tuesday in a letter to staff and families.

TOWN OF ONALASKA, Wis. (WEAU) -A person is dead after a motorcycle crash in Onalaska Monday. According to a media release from La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office, on Aug. 8 around 8:34 p.m., La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office responded to a motorcycle crash on County Road Z near County Road ZN in the Town of Onalaska.

TOWN OF ONALASKA, Wis. (WKBT) — One person is dead following a motorcycle crash in the Town of Onalaska Monday. La Crosse County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle crash at 8:34 p.m. The driver of a motorcycle was traveling northbound on County Road Z when they left the road, entered the ditch and tipped over, according to the release. The driver was ejected.

LA CROSSE (WKBT)– Wisconsin State Senator Brad Pfaff has declared victory in the Democratic primary for the Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. Pfaff claimed victory at his watch party at Bodega in La Crosse about four hours after polls closed Tuesday evening. “La Crosse County and the 32nd Senate...

If you've been wanting to own your own business and are ok getting your hands a little dirty, a dream property (that smells absolutely amazing!) is now on the market in Southeast Minnesota for $1,495,000!. Dream Peony Farm For Sale in Southeast Minnesota Could Be Your Next Adventure. I know...

Minnesota is home to 853 cities and one of them is claiming to be the 'Miami of Minnesota'. Yes, Miami is a major city down in Florida with a population of over 400,000 people. However, one city in the Land of 10,000 lakes claims to be somewhat similar to Miami right here in Minnesota. What city could that be?

Brad Pfaff is moving on to represent Democrats in the 3rd Congressional District. With 99% of the voting complete, Pfaff had 39% of the vote, with Rebecca Cooke coming in second at 31.1%. Deb McGrath had 19.1% and Mark Neumann was at 10.8%. Pfaff, who will join La Crosse Talk...

LA CROSSE (WKBT) — Crews added some more seating at Riverside Park. The Friends of Riverside Park unveiled 7 new sets of sponsored benches Tuesday afternoon. The benches are part of a fundraiser. Benches may be purchased by people to honor themselves or others. Each bench is $3,500 with...

New restrooms for Riverside Park have already gotten a green light at La Crosse City Hall. Now, a private citizens’ group is busy trying to raise matching funds for the project. Friends of Riverside Park will contribute up to $250,000 to the new facility near the park entrance, to...

I’m the only elected member of the Winona Area Public Schools (WAPS) board who opposes the $85 million referendum scheduled for April. I’m writing to explain why. I think it’s a mistake to pump millions of tax dollars into buildings when we’re in an enrollment decline that has lasted more than a quarter-century and still hasn’t bottomed out. There’s lots of evidence, evidence gathered by WAPS itself, that the enrollment decline is not a blip but our new reality:

Today’s community college students face an array of demands that affect their success. Personal issues — balancing college and work, meeting the demands of family and friends, and dealing with mental health issues and disabilities — present obstacles for many students. As I complete my first year as the president of Minnesota State College Southeast, I feel connected to their struggles, because as a first-generation, working-class college student myself I faced many of the same challenges our students do today.

Chapter AP P.E.O. in Winona will partner with Bronk’s Gardens again this fall to offer jumbo mum plants and fundraise for their chapter. These gorgeous plants are priced at $20 each and come in the following colors: white, yellow, rust/orange, red, and pink/lavender. To place an order, call or...

LA CROSSE (WKBT) — On Wednesday Bliss Road will close temporarily from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. The closure begins at 29th Street South and ends at Grandad Bluff Road. If you have an questions you can contact the city of La Crosse Utility office at 608-789-7536. COPYRIGHT...

(Rochester, MN) — A Wisconsin woman is facing charges after Rochester authorities say she stole nearly 57-thousand dollars from her elderly mother. Monica Zanon was in court Thursday in Winona County accused of felony financial exploitation of a vulnerable adult, theft by false representation, and theft by swindle charges. Prosecutors say Zanon allegedly took her mother, who has dementia, to the bank in Winona in September 2021. Zanon had herself added to her mother’s account and withdrew nearly 56-thousand dollars, allegedly telling officials the money would go into a joint account at another bank. Charges say Zanon later spent 50-thousand on her mortgage and put the rest into a new account in her name only. Records show the victim’s son has power of attorney over her accounts.

In a little tucked-away corner in downtown Winona lies a Brazilian jiu-jitsu studio where many Winonans come to learn, heal, and train in the mixed martial art. International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation (IBJJF) champion Noah Hauser runs the Flow Yoga and Martial Arts studio, where he coaches and mentors 25-40 students.

The capstone event for Dr. Bob’s puppet-making classes will be held on August 19 from 6-9 p.m. at the Winona Arts Center, 228 East Fifth Street in Winona. Dr. Bob offered four free puppet-making classes for individuals ages nine through 18 in June and July. Students were able to use a simple template to build a rod style puppet. The capstone event will provide an opportunity to view the newly created puppets, along with a presentation on the process of building puppets and a puppet show. Come and enjoy a taco too. For more information on this event, contact Dr. Bob through email at goblinpony@yahoo.com or through Facebook Messenger Doctor Bob’s puppets: www.facebook.com/puppetmonger/.

On Saturday, August 13, the Minnesota Marine Art Museum (MMAM) will offer its popular quarterly arts access program, Seasonal Saturday. These are fun-filled, inviting days that offer $1 admission, free transportation, a themed art activity, artist-led programming, live music in the galleries, and 30-minute tours. Activities for August’s Summer Seasonal...

Tonight’s Forecast Low: 61F / Wednesday’s Forecast High: 87F…. It’s another really nice summer evening for outdoor plans. It will be clear tonight with seasonably cool lows in the 50s for most, but likely around 60F in La Crosse. Dew points will be a bit higher tonight, making it feel a little muggy… but not bad for this time of year.