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Newman Catholic High School goes green

A Wausau high school is going green.

Wanted felon linked to major drug investigation

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.

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.

Report out on Wisconsin's economic future

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

Program offers therapy through horses

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

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.

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.

Two local women bike across the country

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.

Golfers hit the course to help kids in need

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

Stevens Point City Council approves domestic partner benefits

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

June Bugs out in full force

As the warm weather settles in so do the bugs.

UW-Marshfield offers program for younger students

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

Wanted felon may be in Wausau area

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.

UPDATE: Stevens Point to consider domestic partner benefits

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

College for Kids

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

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.

Gas prices drop across the country

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

Thousands attend Donald Driver's annual softball game

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

One injured in motorcycle crash in Marathon County

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

Strong storms rumbling through Wisconsin tonight

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

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Newman Catholic High School goes green
Newman Catholic High School goes green

A Wausau high school is going green.More >>
A Wausau high school is going green.
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Wanted felon linked to major drug investigation
Wanted felon linked to major drug investigation
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 >>
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
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 >>
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
Report out on Wisconsin's economic future
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation releases new report on state economy.
New report out on the future of Wisconsin's economy.More >>
Program offers therapy through horses
Program offers therapy through horses
It involves interacting with horses, much like a patient interacts with a doctor.More >>
It involves interacting with horses, much like a patient interacts with a doctor.More >>

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Facebook users really 'liked' organ donor option
Facebook users really 'liked' organ donor option
Adding an organ donation option to the average Facebook user's profile prompted a dramatic rise in potential donors, researchers report.More >>
Adding an organ donation option to the average Facebook user's profile prompted a dramatic rise in potential donors, researchers report.More >>
Could 'moderate' drinking be safe during pregnancy?
Could 'moderate' drinking be safe during pregnancy?
Children of women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol while pregnant don't appear to have any neurodevelopmental problems when it comes to balance, a new British study suggests.More >>
Children of women who drink moderate amounts of alcohol while pregnant don't appear to have any neurodevelopmental problems when it comes to balance, a new British study suggests.More >>
Concussion damage looks much like early Alzheimer's
Concussion damage looks much like early Alzheimer's
Concussion can lead to damage in the white matter of the brain that resembles abnormalities found in people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests.More >>
Concussion can lead to damage in the white matter of the brain that resembles abnormalities found in people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests.More >>
Many Americans want health care via smartphone
Many Americans want health care via smartphone
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.More >>
Plenty of Americans are eager to use their mobile phones and tablet computers to better manage their health care, a new poll finds -- though the nation has a way to go before we're all consulting Dr. Smartphone.More >>
Scans uncover dangerous hardening of abdominal aorta
Scans uncover dangerous hardening of abdominal aorta
People with a "hardening" of the abdominal aorta are at increased risk for heart attack and stroke, according to a new study.More >>
People with a "hardening" of the abdominal aorta are at increased risk for heart attack and stroke, according to a new study.More >>
Minority kids with autism less likely to use specialty services
Minority kids with autism less likely to use specialty services
Black and Hispanic children with autism are markedly less likely than children from white families to receive specialty care for complications tied to the disorder, a new study finds.More >>
Black and Hispanic children with autism are markedly less likely than children from white families to receive specialty care for complications tied to the disorder, a new study finds.More >>
Skipping breakfast may raise diabetes risk
Skipping breakfast may raise diabetes risk
Eating breakfast every day may help overweight women reduce their risk of diabetes, a small new study suggests.More >>
Eating breakfast every day may help overweight women reduce their risk of diabetes, a small new study suggests.More >>
Tobacco laws for minors may cut adult smoking as well
Tobacco laws for minors may cut adult smoking as well
Strict controls on the sale of cigarettes to youth may also reduce adult smoking, a new study suggests.More >>
Strict controls on the sale of cigarettes to youth may also reduce adult smoking, a new study suggests.More >>
Sibling bullying can lead to depression, anxiety in victims
Sibling bullying can lead to depression, anxiety in victims
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.More >>
Being picked on by your brother or sister may seem like a normal part of growing up, but for some kids the bullying may be a source of depression and anxiety, a new study suggests.More >>
Video gamers may have better visual recall
Video gamers may have better visual recall
In a new finding sure to be shared with some skeptical parents, it seems that the brains of video game enthusiasts make better and faster use of visual input.More >>
In a new finding sure to be shared with some skeptical parents, it seems that the brains of video game enthusiasts make better and faster use of visual input.More >>

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Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Economy may have lasting effect on young people's outlook
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.More >>
Happiness seems be a generational thing, new research suggests. Life satisfaction generally increases with age, but a person's overall level of satisfaction appears to depend on when he or she was born.More >>
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
New qualified mortgage rules released
New qualified mortgage rules released
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Fiscal cliff: Mortgage deduction is safe for most
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For most homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>
Should you be worried that Congress will take away your mortgage interest deduction as part of the "fiscal cliff" negotiations? For the great majority of homeowners, the answer is "no."More >>
Bank of America to forgive 150,000 second liens
Bank of America to forgive 150,000 second liens
Bank of America is erasing the debt on 150,000 second liens for mortgage borrowers in financial difficulty.More >>
Bank of America is erasing the debt on 150,000 second liens for mortgage borrowers in financial difficulty.More >>
Young cancer survivors say costs hinder follow-up care
Young cancer survivors say costs hinder follow-up care
Many teen and young adult cancer survivors in the United States go without routine medical care because it's too expensive, a new study finds.More >>
Many teen and young adult cancer survivors in the United States go without routine medical care because it's too expensive, a new study finds.More >>
Family health insurance premiums jump 4 percent in 2012
Family health insurance premiums jump 4 percent in 2012
U.S. families are paying 4 percent more in annual premiums for their employer-sponsored family health coverage this year.More >>
U.S. families are paying 4 percent more in annual premiums for their employer-sponsored family health coverage this year.More >>
9 things to consider before loaning money to a loved one
9 things to consider before loaning money to a loved one
Perhaps the only thing more difficult than watching someone you love struggle financially is having that person ask you for money.More >>
Perhaps the only thing more difficult than watching someone you love struggle financially is having that person ask you for money.More >>
Is it time to rethink adjustable-rate mortgages?
Is it time to rethink adjustable-rate mortgages?
You don't hear a lot about adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) these days. That's too bad, because they're still a good choice for many homebuyers, believe it or not.More >>
You don't hear a lot about adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) these days. That's too bad, because they're still a good choice for many homebuyers, believe it or not.More >>

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Olympic diver Greg Louganis gets engaged
Olympic diver Greg Louganis gets engaged
Four-time Olympic gold medalist Greg Louganis got engaged to his partner Johnny Chaillot, People reports.More >>
Four-time Olympic gold medalist Greg Louganis got engaged to his partner Johnny Chaillot, People reports.More >>
Report: Charlie Sheen feuding with Selma Blair on set
Report: Charlie Sheen feuding with Selma Blair on set
Selma Blair's future on FX's Anger Management may be in jeopardy after a disagreement with the show's star, Charlie Sheen, according to TMZ.More >>
Selma Blair's future on FX's Anger Management may be in jeopardy after a disagreement with the show's star, Charlie Sheen, according to TMZ.More >>
Charles Saatchi: Argument with wife Nigella Lawson was a "playful tiff"
Charles Saatchi: Argument with wife Nigella Lawson was a "playful tiff"
Charles Saatchi has spoken out about photographs that emerged over the weekend, allegedly showing him choking his wife, celebrity chef Nigella Lawson.More >>
Charles Saatchi has spoken out about photographs that emerged over the weekend, allegedly showing him choking his wife, celebrity chef Nigella Lawson.More >>
Beyonce offers congrats to Kim Kardashian and Kanye West
Beyonce offers congrats to Kim Kardashian and Kanye West
After Kim Kardashian and Kanye West welcomed their baby, Beyonce was among the many to offer her congratulations.More >>
After Kim Kardashian and Kanye West welcomed their baby, Beyonce was among the many to offer her congratulations.More >>

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Your summer cold may actually be an allergic reaction
Your summer cold may actually be an allergic reaction
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