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La Crosse Distilling Co. hosts Pride trivia night alongside special witbier launch
LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- A pride month tradition came back for a third year at La Crosse Distilling Company. Each year the company invites guest brewers to come up with a light summer ale to celebrate pride month.
Rep. McGuire: Local Legislators named Legislators of the Year by Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin
LA CROSSE – Senator Bob Wirch and Representative Tip McGuire were named Legislators of the Year 2024 by the Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin today at the PFFW State Conference in La Crosse. “Thank you to the Professional Firefighters of Wisconsin for this honor. Public safety is incredibly important, and...
Future heath care professionals get hands on experience at WTC event
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - Middle and high school students in the Coulee region got a chance to see what it’s like to work as a healthcare professional. Western Technical College hosted an interactive event at Gunderson Hospital in La Crosse. Students were able to participate in interactive booths...
WTC inspires middle schoolers to explore diverse healthcare careers
LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- Western Technical College helped middle school students explore different health care careers on Tuesday. The Annual Healthcare Hullabaloo gave 7-9th graders a hands-on experience through different activities.
FOX2548 represents at Pearl Street Wine Run 5k
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – On Saturday, June 8th, 2024, at 3:00pm, FOX2548’s Lucas Lashock and Erika Murphy proudly represented WiProud and FOX2548 during the Pearl Street Wine Run 5k. This new event showcased the breathtaking scenery and landscape of Pearl Street Brewery, providing participants with an unforgettable experience; with some delicious locally produced wine and beer afterwards. Luckily, the weather was perfect for a little 3.2 mile jaunt!
La Crosse homicide suspect appears in court
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – Bond is set for a La Crosse man facing a tentative charge of first-degree homicide. 39-year-old Zachary Fritz made his first appearance in La Crosse County Court today (6/11/24). He was arrested yesterday after a 911 call was made to a home on Redwood Court in the town of Shelby.
ALERT DAY: Strong/Severe T-storms possible after 10 pm
WHAT WE ARE TRACKING: ALERT DAY is effective until 3 am early Thursday morning for severe thunderstorms. Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats. Light rain is expected on Thursday, but no severe weather is expected.
LCPD weighs in on using fireworks safely this summer
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – With the 4th of July less than a month away, law enforcement agencies are on watch for incidents involving fireworks. First News at Nine’s Dashal Mentzel spoke with the La Crosse Police Department about how people can stay safe while celebrating. Fireworks are...
Aquinas returns to state championship game for second straight year
The Aquinas Blugolds returned to the WIAA State Baseball Tournament for the second straight year. The Blugolds lost in the 2023 D3 Championship game and entered the day 1 win away from returning to that spot.
Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration celebrate 175 years of service and prayer
LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration is celebrating 175 years. The FSPA began in Bavaria in the late 1840s when a pastor, his associate and 12 lay Franciscans, five men and seven women decided to travel to America to provide Christian education to immigrants.
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