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Three rescued after boat capsizes in Mississippi River

BROWNSVILLE, Minn. (WKBT) -- Three people were rescued from the Mississippi River Saturday morning after their boat capsized, according to a release .

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UPDATE: Viroqua mayor issues statement on trespassing at her home

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One person shot early Saturday morning in 'isolated incident'

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- One person was shot early Saturday morning in what appears to be an isolated incident, according to the La Crosse Police Department.

La Crosse, WI · 2d

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La Crosse judge orders North Side home closed after years of drug complaints

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) — A La Crosse County judge signed an order Friday to immediately close a North Side home tied to years of drug complaints.

La Crosse, WI · 2d

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A day in the life of the Von Rudens

WESTBY, Wis. — On a crisp fall morning, Brett Von Ruden walked across the driveway at his home and turns the lights on in the barn to prepare for morning milking. He is the fourth generation to flip that switch in the Von Ruden barn as he raises the fifth generation with his wife, Nicole.

Westby, WI · 2d

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Trial for suspect in fatal La Crosse stabbing happens this week, three years after the crime

Nearly three years after a stabbing death at a La Crosse apartment building, the man accused of the killing is going on trial this week. Jury selection happens Monday for the case of Bryant Q. Smith, charged with intentional homicide in the fatal stabbing of Timothy Salis in December 2023. Salis reportedly was stabbed over 40 times. Smith says he was defending himself when Salis tried to choke him. The two reportedly had been drinking just before the fight, which happened at the Stokke Tower apartments downtown.

La Crosse, WI · 13h

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Viroqua auto dealer invites veterans to receive free appreciation gift on Veterans Day

VIROQUA, Wis. — Veterans are invited to stop by any Sleepy Hollow Auto Group location on Veterans Day to receive a free gift as a token of appreciation for their service. The dealership group will give away utility totes printed with the message, “Land of the Free Because of the Brave,” while supplies last on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Veterans may pick up their complimentary tote during regular business hours from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at any Sleepy Hollow Auto Group location.

Viroqua, WI · 19h

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UPDATE: Wisconsin State Trooper to 'immediately' be released from ICE custody, Van Orden's office says

ONALASKA, Wis. (WKBT) — A 21-year-old Wisconsin State Trooper who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement will be released from custody, according to Rep. Derrick Van Orden's office, who says the congressman contacted the Department of Homeland Security secretary on his behalf.

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Vernon County Awards ceremony held in Hillsboro

VERNON COUNTY, Wis. — Vernon County celebrated the people, businesses, and organizations helping the community grow and thrive at its Fourth Annual Vernon County Awards Banquet on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, in Hillsboro. More than 200 community members, business leaders, and local officials came together to honor those who have made a lasting impact on our communities.

Vernon County, WI · 1d

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A much-awaited Mississippi River bridge is open in northeast Iowa

A new Mississippi River bridge opened Friday in northeast Iowa's Driftless Region, connecting the city of Lansing to rural Crawford County, Wisconsin. It replaces the historic Black Hawk Bridge, which was demolished in Dec. 2025 to make way for the replacement. The Iowa and Wisconsin Departments of Transportation (IDOT, WisDOT)...

Crawford County, WI · 2d

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Eagles complete comeback in thrilling victory over reigning champions

UW-La Crosse erased an early 14 point deficit and went on to defeat UW-River Falls 41-30 snapping a two-game losing streak.

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Members of Viroqua City Council address cancellation of special council meeting

VIROQUA Wis. – Alderperson Tanja Birke has issued a written statement clarifying why a special meeting of the Viroqua Common Council scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 4 was canceled, addressing public confusion and contradicting claims made by Mayor Krista Browne regarding the canceled session. According to an agenda that was...

Viroqua, WI · 2d

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Viroqua celebrates opening of new Eckhart Park playground following multiyear community effort

VIROQUA Wis. – Local children swarmed the new green dragon slide composite climbing towers and zip lines Friday afternoon as city leaders and residents gathered to cut the ribbon on the new Eckhart Park playground marking the end of a long and challenging journey for the community. The formal...

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WI-MN Weather Alert: La Crosse 60° Monday, 28° Thursday

A crisp November morning will give way to springlike warmth across the Mississippi River Valley, but a sharp temperature reversal is approaching. La Crosse could reach 60 degrees Monday before falling to 28 degrees Thursday night, bringing freezing conditions back to western Wisconsin and southeaste

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Hockey and figure skating join forces for Battle of the Blades in Onalaska

ONALASKA, Wis. (WKBT) -- Hockey and figure skating came together for a unique showdown on the ice in Onalaska.

Onalaska, WI · 19h

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Veterans honored with free concert at Logan High School

LA CROSSE (WKBT) — The Da Capo Concert Band held a free concert Saturday at Logan High School to honor military veterans. The performance featured patriotic music from multiple artists, played by musicians ages 19 to 95.

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UW-L’s Chergosky on Democrats’ moves the next two years, DVO files 2028 run

Former Wisconsin Republican Gov. Tommy Thompson says Wisconsin is a blue state, ICE detains an Onalaska state trooper, and Derek Van Orden is already filing paperwork to run again in 2028. UW-La Crosse political science professor Dr. Anthony Chergosky is the WIZM studio Friday for The Rick Solem Show, helping...

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La Crosse Buyers Find More Options as Fresh Supply Falls

La Crosse offered buyers more choices overall, but fresh listings dropped sharply, so new arrivals were worth jumping on fast.

La Crosse, WI · 20h

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Sunday Summary: Local stories carried on VernonReporter.Com over the last week

VIROQUA, Wis. — Reporting on VernonReporter.Com over the past week covered a wide spectrum of news across Southwest Wisconsin. High-profile political and municipal developments led the coverage, including historic election results in Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District, local school referendum votes, and friction within Viroqua municipal governance. Reporting also encompassed regional law enforcement updates, serious traffic accidents, community honors, environmental initiatives, and grassroots public support across the Driftless Region.

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Falcons Trade Blows with Eagles, Fall in Final Minutes

LA CROSSE, Wis. – The No. 14-ranked UW-River Falls football team built an early two-touchdown lead and later regained the advantage in the fourth quarter, but UW-La Crosse scored the game's final 12 points to hand the Falcons a 41-30 setback Saturday afternoon at Roger Harring Stadium. UWRF falls...