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UPDATE: Phone outages could impact 911 calls in Marshfield

Phone outages, including 911 calls, are being reported in the Marshfield area, according to Wood County officials.

Jury continues deliberations in Lincoln Co. murder trial

The jury in a Lincoln County murder trial is deliberating once again.

Bucki trial day 7: Jury wraps up deliberations

A jury has wrapped up deliberations for the night in the trial of a Lincoln County man accused of killing his wife and hiding her body in the woods.

Tornado drill scheduled for April 24

A statewide tornado drill is in the works later this month.

Marathon Co. sheriff announces election plans

The Marathon County Sheriff is kicking off his election campaign Wednesday.

Wisconsin governor's race: Candidates 180 degrees apart

The race for governor appears to be officially underway, although both candidates have been in campaign mode for months.

Tax deadline brings relief to many

April 15 is one of the more unpopular days of the year, and one of the more stressful ones for accountants.

Stevens Point man sentenced to federal prison

MADISON (WAOW) – A 35-year-old Stevens Point man was sentenced Tuesday to 6 ½ years in federal prison for receiving child pornography, a federal prosecutor said.

Son-in-law going to prison for Social Security theft

STEVENS POINT (WAOW) - A Portage County man convicted of stealing his mother-in-law's Social Security checks for more than 30 years and threatening an investigator will spend the next 16 months in prison, his attorney said Tuesday.

Bucki trial day 6: Bucki expected to testify in murder trial

The Lincoln County man accused of killing his wife and hiding her body in woods is expected to take the stand in his own defense.

Veterans return from Never Forgotten Honor Flight

Dozens of veterans are back home after a whirlwind trip on the Never Forgotten Honor Flight.

DNR holds annual spring hearing

People across the state gathered Monday evening to learn about new hunting rules and changes to outdoor policies.

Dozens of people attend Grand Avenue construction project meeting

One of Wausau's busiest streets will get a makeover,

Music policy set in Wausau School District

The Wausau School Board has okayed a proposal designed to avoid any further controversy over Christmas music.

Wausau mall parent company to sell off properties

The company that owns the Wausau mall is selling some of its property.

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UPDATE: Phone outages could impact 911 calls in Marshfield
UPDATE: Phone outages could impact 911 calls in Marshfield
Phone outages, including 911 calls, are being reported in the Marshfield area, according to Wood County officials.More >>
Phone outages, including 911 calls, are being reported in the Marshfield area, according to Wood County officials.More >>
Jury continues deliberations in Lincoln Co. murder trial
Jury continues deliberations in Lincoln Co. murder trial
The jury in a Lincoln County murder trial is deliberating once again.More >>
The jury in a Lincoln County murder trial is deliberating once again.More >>
Bucki trial day 7: Jury wraps up deliberations
Bucki trial day 7: Jury wraps up deliberations
A jury has wrapped up deliberations for the night in the trial of a Lincoln County man accused of killing his wife and hiding her body in the woods.
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A jury has wrapped up deliberations for the night in the trial of a Lincoln County man accused of killing his wife and hiding her body in the woods.

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Tornado drill scheduled for April 24
Tornado drill scheduled for April 24
A statewide tornado drill is in the works later this month.More >>
A statewide tornado drill is in the works later this month.
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Marathon Co. sheriff announces election plans
Marathon Co. sheriff announces election plans
The Marathon County Sheriff is kicking off his election campaign Wednesday.More >>
The Marathon County Sheriff is kicking off his election campaign Wednesday.
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Drowning deaths down overall, but still a problem
Drowning deaths down overall, but still a problem
Just in time for summer swimming and boating season comes a grim government report: Drowning deaths are still a problem in the United States, even though overall deaths from drowning are down.More >>
Just in time for summer swimming and boating season comes a grim government report: Drowning deaths are still a problem in the United States, even though overall deaths from drowning are down.More >>
Bleeding irregularities common in menopause
Bleeding irregularities common in menopause
Extended and heavy menstrual bleeding during menopause is common, according to a new study.More >>
Extended and heavy menstrual bleeding during menopause is common, according to a new study.More >>
Sleep apnea may be linked to poor bone health
Sleep apnea may be linked to poor bone health
People with sleep apnea, a common sleep disorder, may be at increased risk for the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis, especially women and older people, a new study suggests.More >>
People with sleep apnea, a common sleep disorder, may be at increased risk for the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis, especially women and older people, a new study suggests.More >>
Yoga big on West Coast, chiropractors popular in Midwest
Yoga big on West Coast, chiropractors popular in Midwest
Folks on the West Coast are faithful followers of yoga and meditation. Midwesterners turn to chiropractors or osteopathic doctors for their aches and pains.More >>
Folks on the West Coast are faithful followers of yoga and meditation. Midwesterners turn to chiropractors or osteopathic doctors for their aches and pains.More >>
Blood test aims to predict breast cancer's return
Blood test aims to predict breast cancer's return
A new blood test may one day help predict the recurrence of breast cancer and also a woman's response to breast cancer treatment, researchers report.More >>
A new blood test may one day help predict the recurrence of breast cancer and also a woman's response to breast cancer treatment, researchers report.More >>
Younger adults hit hardest this flu season
Younger adults hit hardest this flu season
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The H1N1 flu was the predominant influenza strain in the United States this year, but it packed a lot less punch than in 2009 when it caused a worldwide pandemic, health officials report.More >>
Less salt use tied to drop in British heart deaths
Less salt use tied to drop in British heart deaths
A drop in salt consumption likely played a big role in a recent large reduction in deaths related to heart disease and stroke in England, a new study suggests.More >>
A drop in salt consumption likely played a big role in a recent large reduction in deaths related to heart disease and stroke in England, a new study suggests.More >>
Gene variant may double Alzheimer's risk for women
Gene variant may double Alzheimer's risk for women
Having a copy of a certain gene variant increases women's risk for Alzheimer's disease much more than it does for men, a new study indicates.More >>
Having a copy of a certain gene variant increases women's risk for Alzheimer's disease much more than it does for men, a new study indicates.More >>
Campfire precautions can protect kids from burns
Campfire precautions can protect kids from burns
Campfires are exciting for kids but they also can be dangerous without supervision and simple precautions, an expert warns.More >>
Campfires are exciting for kids but they also can be dangerous without supervision and simple precautions, an expert warns.More >>
Cervical cancer vaccine program in England a success
Cervical cancer vaccine program in England a success
A drop in the number of young women infected with the two strains of human papillomavirus (HPV) most likely to cause cervical cancer occurred in England after the 2008 launch of a national vaccination program.More >>
A sharp drop in the number of young women infected with the two strains of human papillomavirus (HPV) most likely to cause cervical cancer occurred in England after the 2008 launch of a national vaccination program.More >>

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Selling your ride? Used cars to remain valuable through 2014
Used cars to remain valuable through 2014
If you have plans to sell your current ride anytime soon, there is some good news and some great news.More >>
If you have plans to sell your current ride anytime soon, there is some good news and some great news.More >>
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Learn more about the economy...

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Tracy Morgan: I'm "concerned" about Alec Baldwin
Tracy Morgan: I'm "concerned" about Alec Baldwin
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Tracy Morgan has certainly had his share of off-screen drama throughout his career, but now the 30 Rock alum says he feels like the tables have turned.More >>
Miley Cyrus hospitalized after suffering allergic reaction
Miley Cyrus hospitalized after suffering allergic reaction
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Miley Cyrus has been hospitalized after suffering a severe allergic reaction, forcing the singer to cancel one of her shows on the Bangerz tour. More >>
MTV Movie Awards: Hunger Games wins big, a tribute to Paul Walker, and a star-studded opening
MTV Movie Awards: Hunger Games wins big, a tribute to Paul Walker, and a star-studded opening
Hunger Games: Catching Fire was the big winner at the MTV Movie Awards, which also featured a tribute to the late Paul Walker and a star-studded opening.More >>
Hunger Games: Catching Fire was the big winner at the MTV Movie Awards, which also featured a tribute to the late Paul Walker and a star-studded opening.More >>
Jennifer Lopez, Laverne Cox, The Fosters win GLAAD Media Awards
Jennifer Lopez, Laverne Cox, The Fosters win GLAAD Media Awards
Jennifer Lopez and Orange Is the New Black star Laverne Cox were among the winners at the GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles Saturday night.
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Jennifer Lopez and Orange Is the New Black star Laverne Cox were among the winners at the GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles Saturday night.
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FBI's facial recognition database holds records on millions of Americans
FBI's facial recognition database holds records on millions of Americans
Following a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit filed by the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), the FBI has just released new documents that show the Bureau is making steady progress on its facial recognition database.More >>
Following a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit filed by the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), the FBI has just released new documents that show the Bureau is making steady progress on its facial recognition database.More >>
First in series of rare 'blood moon' eclipses begins April 15
First in series of rare 'blood moon' eclipses begins April 15
In the early morning of April 15, the sky will host a rare type of lunar eclipse – one in which the moon will have a crimson coloration.More >>
In the early morning of April 15, the sky will host a rare type of lunar eclipse – one in which the moon will have a crimson coloration.
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