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UPDATE: Gunman in hostage situation taken to mental health institution

SHAWANO (WAOW) - A gunman suspected of holding a fast food worker hostage for an hour in Wittenberg before surrendering to police was taken to a mental health center for evaluation and later jailed, the Shawano County Sheriff's Department said Wednesday.

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest delays campground openings

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is delaying the opening of their campgrounds and recreation trails, according to the park.

Drug take-back day on Saturday

The next National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is scheduled for this Saturday, April 26, from 10-2 p.m. at collection sites across the state.

WIS 29 construction to begin in Rib Mountain

Updated: Apr 23, 2014 10:10 PM

Early next month, crews will start working on Wisconsin 29 between Rib Mountain and Rothschild.

Wausau's 2nd annual March for Equality announced

The 2nd Annual March for Equality has been announced for this summer, one year after controversy caused the creation of the inaugural event.

Packers schedule released

The Green Bay Packers 2014 schedule has been released.

Wausau West seniors face consequences from nerf guns

Wausau police dealt with a false alarm Tuesday night.

Shawano County officials credit hostage in helping end standoff

It may have ended peacefully, but for more than two hours on Tuesday tensions in Shawano County were high.

Marshfield man accused of hauling stolen goods

MADISON (WAOW) - A 28-year-old Marshfield man has been charged with four counts of interstate transportation of stolen property, U.S. Attorney John Vaudreuil said Wednesday.

Grand Avenue detour set in Wausau Thurs. night

WAUSAU (WAOW) – Repairing a water service leak will require a major detour in Wausau on Thursday night.

Mark Bucki to be sentenced July 3

MERRILL (WAOW) - A 50-year-old Merrill man convicted of killing his estranged wife and hiding her body in some Taylor County woods will be sentenced July 3.

Summer safety tips for kids

Summer safety for kids

Each year thousands of children die and millions are hurt in accidents that could have been prevented.

Wausau lawmaker announces re-election bid

WAUSAU (WAOW) – State Rep. Mandy Wright announced Wednesday that she will seek re-election to a second term.

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UPDATE: Gunman in hostage situation taken to mental health institution
UPDATE: Gunman in hostage situation taken to mental health institution
SHAWANO (WAOW) - A gunman suspected of holding a fast food worker hostage for an hour in Wittenberg before surrendering to police was taken to a mental health center for evaluation and later jailed, the Shawano County Sheriff's Department said Wednesday.More >>
SHAWANO (WAOW) - A gunman suspected of holding a fast food worker hostage for an hour in Wittenberg before surrendering to police was taken to a mental health center for evaluation and later jailed, the Shawano County Sheriff's Department said Wednesday.
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Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest delays campground openings
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest delays campground openings
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is delaying the opening of their campgrounds and recreation trails, according to the park.More >>
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is delaying the opening of their campgrounds and recreation trails, according to the park.More >>
Drug take-back day on Saturday
Drug take-back day on Saturday
The next National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is scheduled for this Saturday, April 26, from 10-2 p.m. at collection sites across the state.More >>
The next National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is scheduled for this Saturday, April 26, from 10-2 p.m. at collection sites across the state.
More >>
WIS 29 construction to begin in Rib Mountain
WIS 29 construction to begin in Rib Mountain
Updated: Apr 23, 2014 10:10 PM2014-04-24 04:18:09 GMT
Early next month, crews will start working on Wisconsin 29 between Rib Mountain and Rothschild.More >>
Early next month, crews will start working on Wisconsin 29 between Rib Mountain and Rothschild.
More >>
Wausau's 2nd annual March for Equality announced
Wausau's 2nd annual March for Equality announced
The 2nd Annual March for Equality has been announced for this summer, one year after controversy caused the creation of the inaugural event.More >>
The 2nd Annual March for Equality has been announced for this summer, one year after controversy caused the creation of the inaugural event.
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