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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.

UPDATE: Jury wraps up deliberations for night in Mark Bucki trial

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.

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.

Garbage truck driver hurt in Oneida Co. rollover

RHINELANDER (WAOW) – The driver of a garbage truck was seriously injured Monday when the vehicle rolled over on County Highway G, the Oneida County Sheriff's Department said.

Schools react to Stevens Point power outage

The spring snow caused some trouble in Stevens Point Monday morning.

Doctors to examine man accused of arson

STEVENS POINT (WAOW) - A judge on Monday ordered that a 39-year-old man Stevens Point man accused of setting his apartment on fire be examined by doctors to determine whether he was competent to stand trial.

Prostitute started probe of Kronenwetter officer

WAUSAU (WAOW) – Wausau police arrested a veteran Kronenwetter policeman after a prostitute told investigators about “several sexual encounters for money” with him, Capt. Greg Hagenbucher said Monday.

UPDATE: Crews work to restore power in Stevens Point

Wisconsin Public Service crews continue to work to get power back in the Stevens Point area. Right now, 34 customers are without power.

Contestants dance-off for humane society fundraiser

Contestants dueled on the dance floor at the second annual Dancing for the Paws in Rothschild. Newsline 9's own Nate Barrett and Alyssa Meyer showed off their best moves. Barrett tied for second place in the competition.

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Wisconsin governor's race: Candidates 180 degrees apart
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.More >>
The race for governor appears to be officially underway, although both candidates have been in campaign mode for months.More >>
Tax deadline brings relief to many
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.More >>
April 15 is one of the more unpopular days of the year, and one of the more stressful ones for accountants.More >>
UPDATE: Jury wraps up deliberations for night in Mark Bucki trial
UPDATE: Jury wraps up deliberations for night in Mark Bucki trial
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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Stevens Point man sentenced to federal prison
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.More >>
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.More >>
Son-in-law going to prison for Social Security theft
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.More >>
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. More >>

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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
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 >>
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Less salt use tied to drop in British heart deaths
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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 >>
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Gene variant may double Alzheimer's risk for women
Gene variant may double Alzheimer's risk for women
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Campfire precautions can protect kids from burns
Campfire precautions can protect kids from burns
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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 >>
As African Ebola outbreak spreads, hopes for vaccine years away
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Crankier babies may get more TV time
Crankier babies may get more TV time
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Fussy and demanding babies are likely to spend slightly more time plopped in front of a TV or computer screen when they're toddlers than are "easier" babies, new research finds.More >>
Study ties antidepressant use in pregnancy to autism risk in boys
Study ties antidepressant use in pregnancy to autism risk in boys
Boys with autism were three times more likely to have been exposed to antidepressants known as SSRIs in the womb than typically developing children, according to new research.More >>
Boys with autism were three times more likely to have been exposed to antidepressants known as SSRIs in the womb than typically developing children, according to new research.More >>
Pelvic exercises may help his sex life
Pelvic exercises may help his sex life
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Pelvic exercises can benefit men with chronic premature ejaculation, according to a new study.More >>

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Selling your ride? Used cars to remain valuable through 2014
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MTV Movie Awards: Hunger Games wins big, a tribute to Paul Walker, and a star-studded opening
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Jennifer Lopez, Laverne Cox, The Fosters win GLAAD Media Awards
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Ginnifer Goodwin and Josh Dallas wed
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Rita Ora rips off Zac Efron's shirt during MTV Movie Awards
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First in series of rare 'blood moon' eclipses begins April 15
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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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