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State Park Speedway sees big turnout for opening race Video included

Racing fans packed State Park Speedway in Rib Mountain Saturday. It was the first day of the racing season and a chance for fans to remember racing icon, Dick Trickle. People at the track observed a moment of silence for Trickle. He died Thursday in an apparent suicide at the age of 71. Race organizers said the event brought in more than 1,500 fans to watch the season's opening race and to remember Trickle's successful career." More>>

Central Wisconsin organization helps Purple Heart recipients heal Video included

A central Wisconsin organization is making a difference in the lives of wounded Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans. More>>

Hundreds ride motorcycles in central Wisconsin for charity Video included

Motorcycles rumbled through central Wisconsin Saturday for the 10th annual Wausau Fire Charity Ride. Organizers said about 500 riders took part in the nearly 200 mile ride.
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NTC students celebrate graduation Video included

It was a day of a celebration for hundreds of NTC grads and their families. More than 750 Northcentral Technical College students graduated Saturday. Organizers said about 430 students took part in the ceremony. More>>

Hundreds participate in "Saving Treyden Run and Walk" Video included

Hundreds of people went the extra mile for a central Wisconsin baby battling cancer. More>>

People in central Wisconsin hope to win historic Powerball jackpot Video included

The Powerball jackpot just keeps climbing. People in central Wisconsin are turning out in big numbers to win. Friday, the jackpot grew to $600 million, the largest in Powerball history. More>>

Powerball fever hits north central Wisconsin Video included

Powerball fever has hit north central Wisconsin. Owners at Townline market in Wausau say everyone wants that winning ticket. More>>

Motorists expect delays on I-39 Video included

Drivers could hit major delays Friday evening on I-39. Bridge work between Stevens Point and Mosinee has the northbound side of the highway down to one lane. More>>

Shredding party held to raise money Video included

Shredded paper is bringing in green paper. More>>

New name revealed for Kronenwetter park Video included

The Village of Kronenwetter has revealed the winning name for a park. More>>

Wausau PD overtime hits 3-year high; effort underway to cut back Video included

The amount of overtime the Wausau Police Department is paying its officers is rising. More>>

Marathon County officials take steps against destructive beetle Video included

The Emerald Ash Borer is a tiny beetle that does a lot of damage. More>>

Special report: Coping with the cost of child care Video included

Finding child care is an in-demand and expensive endeavor in Wisconsin.
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Fire danger very high in central Wisconsin Video included

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has suspended all burning permits statewide because of dry, windy, and warm conditions. More>>

Local businesses welcome warmer weather Video included

It was the 8th snowiest winter on record. But now it seems Spring has finally sprung. More>>

Pit bull deemed vicious after attacking Wausau girl

The Wausau Police Department tells Newsline 9 the pit bull that attacked a young girl has been deemed vicious. This new label carries some stiff consequences for the owner. More>>

Search for convicted felon in Wisconsin

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office and Wisconsin Department of Corrections are looking for a Merrill man. Sheriff's officials say Christopher Meindel, 36, was released on a signature bond from Lincoln County Court but has now fled from officers. More>>

Area soccer players join in on the fight against cancer

Soccer players in our area are joining in on the fight against cancer.
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Jail attack surveillance video released Video included

We're getting a first look at surveillance video from the Marathon County jail attack. More>>

Two charged following Marathon Co. drug bust Video included

Two people have now been charged after a drug bust in Marathon County. Juan Quintero, 35, and Bonnie Michelotti, 49, are in jail. More>>

Students enjoy robotic milkers on local farm Video included

Some grade school students from Athens left their classrooms and toured a dairy farm Monday afternoon. More>>

Wausau police: Pit bull on leash bites girl in face Video included

WAUSAU (WAOW) - Wausau police say a seven-year-old girl was bitten in the face by a pit bull after the girl got too close to the dog in the backyard they shared.

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Wausau florists busy on Mother's Day Video included

Many Wausau-area florists were busy with last minute orders Sunday. More>>

Project aims to replenish fish in Big Eau Pleine Video included

Volunteers with the Walleyes for Tomorrow were watching one cylinder full of nearly 5,000 fish eggs, waiting for them all to hatch. Many of the fish already hatched and volunteers waited for the rest. More>>

Mother's Day tradition in Wausau Video included

Members of the St. Paul's United Church of Christ held a free Mother's Day craft and cupcake decorating event on Saturday. More>>

Two arrested following Marathon Co. drug bust Video included

Two people have been arrested after a drug bust in Marathon County. According to the Marathon County Sheriff's Department, a 35-year-old man was arrested in the parking lot of a Rib Mountain store. More>>

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