A monumental day over the Mississippi

LANSING, Iowa — A red Camaro convertible, top down, led the first vehicles across the new Lansing bridge over the Mississippi River after a ribbon-cutting ceremony. There was special case to celebrate. The $165 million bridge had been completed six months ahead of schedule due mostly to favorable weather. Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers drove three hours to Lansing for the occasion. Normal traffic is expected to be 2,500 vehicles a day between Iowa and Wisconsin — the only bridge for 30 miles either way.

WisDOT seeks public input on plans to rebuild 5 miles of US 53 in La Crosse County

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.

Downtown Mainstreet shutdown brings change in La Crosse Center concessions

The disbanding of La Crosse’s Downtown Mainstreet, Inc. (DMI), may have a ripple effect on a few local businesses. That includes the La Crosse Center. DMI, which voted this week to disband at the end of the year, has provided concessions at Center events, but that will end on Dec. 1.

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.

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...

Visit The Massive Thrift Store In Wisconsin That Bargain Hunters Are Obsessed With

There are places you visit once and forget, and then there are places that quietly rewire your brain about what shopping is supposed to feel like. The St. Vincent de Paul thrift store in Wisconsin Dells belongs firmly in that second category, and once you’ve been, you’ll completely understand the obsession.

Freedom Honor Flight discontinues Veterans Day Breakfast

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- Freedom Honor Flight announced on Thursday that they will be discontinuing the Veterans Day Breakfast hosted with the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Intercollegiate Athletics Department, according to a release .

Western Wisconsin school districts face budget gaps after voters reject funding referendums

BLACK RIVER FALLS, Wis. (WKBT) — Voters in several local school districts rejected requests for more funding Tuesday, leaving districts with budget problems to solve.

Wisconsin, Grant County suffer first measles death

On Thursday, Nov. 5, the Grant County Health Department released information on the first measles-related death in the state, which involved a resident of the county. "Grant County Public Health is saddened to confirm the infant death associated with the southwestern Wisconsin measles outbreak, announced earlier today by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, was a Grant County resident," the department stated in a news release. "To protect the privacy of those involved, Grant County Public Health will not release additional health or personal information related to the death.

Gas prices fall in Wisconsin and La Crosse County

LA CROSSE COUNTY, Wis. (WKBT) -- Gas prices have dropped since the midterm elections, with regular unleaded averaging $4.10 per gallon in Wisconsin and $3.98 in La Crosse County.

10 measles cases confirmed in Sauk County, health officials say

BARABOO, Wis. -- Public Health Sauk County on Friday confirmed 10 cases of measles among county residents, as the virus continues to spread throughout Wisconsin.

Inaugural Wisconsin Pork Summit Unveiled

The Wisconsin Pork Association (WPA) is excited to announce the inaugural Wisconsin Pork Summit. It will be a dynamic new event — created to bring together pork producers, veterinarians, agribusiness leaders, policymakers, and industry partners from across the state. The two-day gathering will take place January 28-29, 2027, at The Wisconsin Hotel and Conference Center in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin.

Modular Data Centers bring new community questions

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Downtown Baraboo holiday light display to debut Friday

BARABOO, Wis. (WMTV) - It may only be the first week of November, but one Wisconsin downtown is already getting into the holiday spirit. Friday night, downtown Baraboo is lighting up their holiday display for the very first time. The display will include a 24-foot tall tree, multiple light-up arches...

‘We will not let them down’: De Soto leaders pledge wise use of referendum funds

DE SOTO, Wis. – De Soto Area school officials are taking a breather after the district’s fourth attempt at an operating referendum in three years was approved by voters. School board President Holly Nickelatti said she is “incredibly grateful” for the trust the community placed in the district when voters approved the $3.6 million operating referendum on Nov. 3.

City of La Crosse closes nuisance property on city’s North Side

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - On Friday, Nov. 6, the City of La Crosse successfully argued for the immediate closure of a nuisance property on the city’s North Side. According to a press release from the City of La Crosse, based on the City’s legal complaint, supporting affidavits and police reports, a Wisconsin Circuit Court judge signed a temporary seizure order to close 1007 Charles St. until further notice. According to the court document, neither the homeowner nor visitors may reside at, occupy, loiter at, or visit the property.

New Mississippi River bridge opens months ahead of schedule

WISCONSIN — The new WIS 82/Iowa 9 bridge between Crawford County, Wis., and Lansing, Iowa, opened to traffic Friday, months ahead of schedule. "First, we had a team that was really focused on the project and delivering for the public," said Clayton Burke, the project manager with the Iowa DOT. "To do that, the team worked seven days a week, 10 hours a day, almost all year long."

8 County Outdoor Recreation Project Event - November 9th

Join us as we celebrate the completion of two major outdoor recreation plans, reconnect with partners across the region, and look ahead to what's next for the 8-County Outdoor Recreation Project!. Monday, November 9, 2026. 2:00 - 4:00 PM. Roger Marten Center. 120 S Franklin St. Mondovi, WI 54755. Who...