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6 days ago · A few showers early; otherwise, becoming partly cloudy. Breezy towards sunrise. Low near 46F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph turning to the W at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 20%.

DNR expert gives safety reminders on opening day of spring turkey hunt; Pleasant today with showers and thunderstorms returning Thursday afternoon

Mar 27, 2025 · LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The La Crosse County Sheriff's Office is asking the community for help in locating a missing teen. 14-year-old Nebreigha Leggins was last seen on March 14.

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Feb 20, 2025 · ASHLAND, Wis. (WKBT) -- The Northland College Board of Trustees unanimously voted on Wednesday to close the college at the end of the 2024-2025 academic year.

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Feb 5, 2025 · LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- Several redevelopment projects are likely to get final La Crosse Common Council approval this Thursday.