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Woman killed when ATV falls off Iron Co. cliff

SAXON (WAOW) – The Iron County Sheriff's Department says a 42-year-old woman from the Milwaukee area was killed when an all-terrain vehicle she was a passenger on missed a corner and went over a cliff. More>>

Adams Co. man pleads insanity in killing

ADAMS COUNTY (WAOW) – A former Marine from Adams County who police say fatally shot his girlfriend after being startled in bed pleaded insanity on Wednesday to first-degree reckless homicide. More>>

UPDATE: Grass clippings ignite house fire Video included

Wausau fire crews battled a fire on Sherman Street. More>>

UPDATE: Woman found safe in Wood County Video included

The Wood County Sheriff's Department is looking for a missing woman.
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Newman Catholic High School goes green Video included

A Wausau high school is going green.
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Wanted felon linked to major drug investigation Video included

Despite dozens of tips, a wanted felon from Merrill is still on the run. Now, we're learning more about his possible connection to more than 40 drug sites. More>>

UPDATE: Warming center move gets green light

Wausau planning leaders are meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday to discuss moving the city's new warming center. More>>

Report out on Wisconsin's economic future Video included

New report out on the future of Wisconsin's economy. More>>

Program offers therapy through horses

It involves interacting with horses, much like a patient interacts with a doctor. More>>

UPDATE: Spencer man killed in car-train crash

 SPENCER (WAOW) - The Clark County Sheriff's Department says an 81-year-old Spencer man died Monday when the car he was driving ran into a freight train at a rural crossing. More>>

Wittenberg man sentenced in drug probe

 ANTIGO (WAOW) -- A Wittenberg man convicted in a drug investigation that led to charges against several central Wisconsin educators was sentenced Tuesday to two years probation which includes six months in jail and 150 hours of community service. More>>

Two local women bike across the country Video included

It took 58 days, riding 3,000 miles through 8 states, but Helen Pagenkopf and Brenda Memer can say they've rode their bikes across the country. More>>

Golfers hit the course to help kids in need Video included

When golfers heard about the event organizers say, the sign up sheet filled up fast. More>>

Stevens Point City Council approves domestic partner benefits Video included

The Stevens Point City Council will now allow city workers with domestic partners to put their significant others on the city health plan. More>>

June Bugs out in full force Video included

As the warm weather settles in so do the bugs. More>>

UW-Marshfield offers program for younger students Video included

Classes allow students to engineer mouse trap cars, dissect plants, and solve math mysteries. More>>

Wanted felon may be in Wausau area Video included

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office has new information that a wanted suspect is in the Wausau area, and authorities believe he is armed and extremely dangerous. Officials urge you to call 911 immediately if you spot Christopher Meindel.
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UPDATE: Stevens Point to consider domestic partner benefits

The city of Stevens Point is considering offering domestic partner benefits to its workers. More>>

College for Kids Video included

UWMC College for Kids program in Wausau gives kids a taste of fun learning. More>>

Formal charges planned against mother accused of trying to kill children

Formal charges are expected to be filed later this week against the Rib Lake mother accused of trying to kill four of her six children. More>>

Gas prices drop across the country Video included

Some relief for drivers. Gas prices are on the way down. More>>

Thousands attend Donald Driver's annual softball game Video included

Thousands of people gathered in Grand Chute on Sunday morning for Donald Driver's annual charity softball game. More>>

One injured in motorcycle crash in Marathon County Video included

One person was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash in Marathon County. More>>

Strong storms rumbling through Wisconsin tonight

Doppler radar is indicating some strong thunderstorms have been able to converge over parts of Wisconsin tonight. More>>

Gus Macker basketball tournament wraps up Video included

The Gus Macker wrapped up Sunday with the championship rounds. More>>

Golfing for Father's Day in Wausau Video included

This Father's Day, the weather was right on par, so Pat Stone and his son, Carson, decided to head to the Trapp River Golf Course in Wausau to make the most of it. More>>

Storms drop more than 2" of rain in Portage County

A line of strong thunderstorms dumped more than 2" of rain on portions of Portage County Saturday evening. More>>

Wright visitor center to feature Guerrero photos

The Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center in Spring Green is featuring work by a photographer whose 20-year association with the architect launched his long fine-arts career. More>>

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