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Eau Claire News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Eau Claire News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Eau Claire and Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley. From local government and business developments to the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, arts and culture, and community events across Eau Claire County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a student, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected…
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A Seventh Moment of Silence | Eau Claire News
This year, 9/11 commemorations add a seventh moment of silence—honoring the thousands who’ve died since the attacks from illnesses caused by Ground Zero’s…
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9 11 Remembered and Still Searching | Eau Claire News
On September 11, 2001, nineteen hijackers commandeered four planes, crashing two into the Twin Towers, one into the Pentagon, and the fourth—after heroic…
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Supreme Court Blocks GOP Map Push | Eau Claire News
The Supreme Court just sided with voters’ rights over partisan politics, blocking Missouri’s GOP-backed congressional map change — a narrow but pivotal win for…
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Fredrickson and Baldwin Push Democratic Agenda | Eau Claire News
Jeremiah Fredrickson, running for Wisconsin’s 92nd Assembly District, kicked off his campaign with a bold event in Chippewa Falls, joined by Senator Tammy…
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Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions | Eau Claire News
Oil prices surge past $100 a barrel as Middle East tensions flare, with strikes between the U.S. and Iran and Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia threatening global…
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Josh Jacobs Plea Deal and NFL Suspension | Eau Claire News
Josh Jacobs, Green Bay Packers running back, accepted a plea deal on misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property stemming from a May…
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Son Accused of Killing Mom Believes Governments Stalked Him | Eau Claire News
A man accused of murdering his own mother — the director of a public library — claims he did it because he believed U.S. and Chinese governments were stalking…
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Pulitzer-Winning Paper in Eau Claire | Eau Claire News
Pulitzer-winning local news powerhouse: The Leader-Telegram in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, has been delivering daily journalism since 1914—30,000 copies a day…
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Young Badgers Brew Up Energy | Eau Claire News
Wisconsin’s volleyball team may be 3-3, but don’t sleep on them—they’re young, electric, and thriving under pressure. With no seniors on the roster, they’re…
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Omaha Steaks Reimagines Beef Delivery | Eau Claire News
Omaha Steaks is slashing its product lineup by 75% to focus on premium American-grown beef, ditching desserts and slow cooker meals to return to its steak…
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Wisconsin State Patrol Takes to the Skies | Eau Claire News
Wisconsin State Patrol is launching a high-flying crackdown this weekend, with pilots soaring over key highways to spot speeders and aggressive drivers—then…
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Final Clean Sweep: Drop Hazardous Waste Free | Eau Claire News
Eau Claire County’s final Clean Sweep of 2026 is here—September 12th, 8 AM to noon at 5200 Ryder Road. Dump your hazardous waste legally and save big: most…
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Trump’s $5K Dividend Proposal | Eau Claire News
Trump’s bold “Trump Dividend” plan promises every adult American $5,000 if Republicans retain Congress — a massive economic gamble framed as a reward for…
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AI Workers Warn of Existential Risk | Eau Claire News
A former Anthropic employee warns that AI developers are racing toward self-improving superintelligence, risking human extinction—something colleagues at the…
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Cold Front Brings Rain and Wind | Eau Claire News
Sunny skies and cooler temps are back today with light winds — perfect for a calm day. But don’t get too comfortable: Friday brings stronger southerly winds…
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Chase Across Frozen Lake Ends in Jail | Eau Claire News
A man named Nicholas Rickey got caught in a wild winter chase across a frozen lake after his third and fourth drunk driving offenses, ending with a 300-day…
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Fetterman Endorses GOP Senator | Eau Claire News
Senator John Fetterman shocks the Republican convention with a surprise video praising GOP Senator Dave McCormick, calling him a “friend who gets the job done”…
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Oil Soars as Iran Tensions Escalate | Eau Claire News
Oil prices surge past $100 a barrel as Iran tensions escalate, with President Trump blaming Tehran for manipulating markets ahead of the midterms—predicting…
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Pulitzer-Winning Local News in Eau Claire | Eau Claire News
Pulitzer-winning, seven-days-a-week local journalism powerhouse since 1914, the Leader-Telegram in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, keeps the Chippewa Valley informed…
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A Teacher’s Personal Connection to 9/11 | Eau Claire News
A Pennsylvania fifth-grade teacher, once a flight attendant who was on maternity leave on 9/11 and watched the news unfold—realizing some of the passengers on…
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Osseo Park Gets Major Grant Boost | Eau Claire News
Osseo just landed a $25,000 national grant—only 10 nonprofits nationwide got it—and it’s set to transform Stoddard Park with new playground gear, fresh…
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Fall Festival Returns Downtown Free | Eau Claire News
Downtown Eau Claire’s Fall Festival turns 37 this weekend with a bigger route down North Barstow Street, packed with food trucks, street vendors, and live…
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Pulitzer-Winning Local News from Wisconsin | Eau Claire News
For over a century, the Leader-Telegram in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, has been a powerhouse of local journalism—winning a Pulitzer Prize and racking up countless…
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Weather Watch: Warm Days, Stormy Monday | Eau Claire News
Get ready for a cozy weather week—daytime highs in the 70s, crisp nights in the 40s to 50s, and plenty of sunshine through Thursday. Friday brings breezy low…
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The Leader-Telegram: Wisconsin’s Trusted Local News | Eau Claire News
Discover the historic Leader-Telegram, Wisconsin’s trusted daily newspaper since 1914, proudly serving the Chippewa Valley with award-winning journalism, a…
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The Leader-Telegram: Wisconsin’s Trusted News Source | Eau Claire News
Discover the enduring legacy of the Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire’s trusted daily newspaper since 1914—Pulitzer-winning, community-driven, and still printing…
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Sex Offender Resides in Neillsville | Eau Claire News
A 69-year-old registered sex offender, Charles Montgomery, is now living in Neillsville after completing his sentence for child sexual assault. Authorities…
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Henry’s Second Chance at Life | Eau Claire News
Ten-year-old Henry Dolan, a heart transplant survivor since infancy, is once again fighting for his life as his transplanted heart fails — but his spirit…
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Maine and Michigan Senate Races | Eau Claire News
New polls reveal razor-thin Senate races in Maine and Michigan, where voters are split between party loyalty, candidate experience, and policy positions — with…
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Tate Brothers Face Extradition Battle | Eau Claire News
Andrew and Tristan Tate are stuck in a Miami federal detention center after a judge denied their request to be released, ruling they must stay put while facing…
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Minnesota Fall Colors 2026 Forecast | Eau Claire News
Minnesota’s fall colors are heating up with the DNR’s new Fall Color Finder tool—complete with weekly updates, color-coded maps, and park reports starting…
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Dunn County Faces $1.4M Budget Gap | Eau Claire News
Dunn County faces a $1.4 million budget shortfall in 2027, fueled by state limits on property taxes, soaring employee costs, inflation, and exploding human…
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Wisconsin AmeriCorps Boosts Community Service | Eau Claire News
Wisconsin just landed $9.2 million in AmeriCorps funding to power 17 statewide programs, deploying 716 volunteers across 200 sites—boosting education, health…
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First EEE Case in Wisconsin This Year | Eau Claire News
A horse in Portage County, Wisconsin, has tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis virus — the first case this year. EEE is rare but deadly, spread only…
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Trust in Government at Record Low | Eau Claire News
Americans’ trust in federal government information has hit a new low, worse than at the end of Trump’s first term, fueled by partisan divides and eroding…
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Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions | Eau Claire News
Oil prices surge past $100 a barrel as Middle East tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia ignite global markets—triggering higher gas and diesel costs…
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Trump’s Gifts, Gas Prices, and AI Memes | Eau Claire News
Trump drops major holiday cash gifts on top aides, sparking questions as Justice Department ramps up probe into alleged intel conspiracy against him…
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Chinese AI Firms Accused of Trade Secret Theft | Eau Claire News
US federal agencies are sounding the alarm over Chinese AI firms allegedly stealing American trade secrets on an industrial scale, using a technique called…
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Rain Then Sunshine Ahead | Eau Claire News
Rain soaked Western Wisconsin Tuesday, with over an inch in Polk and Barron counties — but now the skies are clearing for a warm, dry stretch. Expect sunny…
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New School Bus Stop Rule in Minnesota | Eau Claire News
Minnesota drivers, pay attention: a new school bus safety rule is in effect since March — red flashing lights alone mean you must stop, even if the stop arm…
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US Strikes Iranian Tankers Near Hormuz | Eau Claire News
US strikes Iranian oil tankers near Kharg Island in Strait of Hormuz—direct retaliation for Iran’s attempted missile attack on a US Navy ship. Targeted vessels…
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Ticks Still Active This Fall | Eau Claire News
Ticks are still out and about as summer winds down—don’t wait until you’re bitten. The Vilas County Health Department urges daily checks on yourself and your…
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Fatal Crash on Highway 54 Near Black River Falls | Eau Claire News
A deadly crash on Highway 54 near Black River Falls left one person dead and another unharmed; authorities are investigating the semi-truck vs. SUV collision…
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Chippewa Valley Airport Seeks Major Upgrades | Eau Claire News
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is seeking major upgrades—new air traffic control gear, expanded hangars, modern snow removal equipment, terminal…
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MAC Appeals Hail Mary Game Call | Eau Claire News
The Mid-American Conference is officially appealing Michigan’s 13-12 win over Western Michigan, arguing the Broncos should be declared victors due to a…
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9-8-8 Hotline Saves Lives | Eau Claire News
This September, as Suicide Prevention Month shines a spotlight on a critical issue, Wisconsin has already lost 925 lives to suicide this year. Four years after…
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Drummond House Demolition & Salvage | Eau Claire News
The Drummond House in Eau Claire, a historic landmark on State Street, is set for demolition after lightning sparked a devastating fire in September 2025…
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Sunshine Returns This Week | Eau Claire News
Rain showers Tuesday morning brought some relief, with a slight chance of more rain tonight—mostly cloudy and foggy, temps in the 50s to 60s. Wednesday turns…
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Pack Meals. Feed Kids. Volunteer Now | Eau Claire News
Feed My Starving Children needs your help to pack 148,000 meals for kids in need across 70 countries—volunteers are essential! Join the two-day MobilePack…
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Pulitzer-Winning Local News in Eau Claire | Eau Claire News
Discover the Leader-Telegram, Eau Claire’s historic daily newspaper since 1914, proudly serving 30,000 readers with Pulitzer-winning journalism and relentless…
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Wisconsin Bridge Gets Major Overhaul | Eau Claire News
Governor Tony Evers just approved a $554,732 contract for Lunda Construction to overhaul a 38-year-old bridge carrying WIS 35 over Waumandee Creek northwest of…
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Ohio Marshals Rescue 79 Missing Kids | Eau Claire News
U.S. Marshals in Ohio just pulled off the largest missing children operation in state history—Operation Meridian—rescuing 79 kids ranging from age six to…
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Sandusky’s Last Legal Gambit | Eau Claire News
Jerry Sandusky, serving time for child sexual abuse, made a strategic move in court by withdrawing his legal team’s request to use an accuser’s recanted…
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Measles Outbreak Hits Southwest Wisconsin | Eau Claire News
Measles is spreading fast in southwest Wisconsin—151 confirmed cases and 6 probable in Grant, Iowa, and Lafayette counties, nearly all of the state’s total…
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Farmers Bear the Cost of Trade Policies | Eau Claire News
Farmers like Jim Renn at Dave Morris Farms are caught in a perfect storm of rising costs, unpredictable markets, and government policies that hurt their bottom…
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Family Plane Crash in Bahamas | Eau Claire News
A small plane carrying four family members — an experienced 80-year-old pilot, his 79-year-old wife, and their two grandchildren — vanished over the Bahamas…
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Amazon Cargo Plane Crashes at Miami Airport | Eau Claire News
An Amazon cargo plane veered off Miami International Airport’s runway, crashing into a van carrying five workers—killing all of them—and then slamming into an…
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WBA Debate Canceled, New Date Confirmed | Eau Claire News
The big WBA Foundation gubernatorial debate for 2026 is officially canceled—only one candidate signed up, but the rules require at least two. Democrat David…
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Amish Buggy Crash Claims One Life | Eau Claire News
A tragic crash on Highway 131 claimed the life of a 37-year-old Amish woman, while four others—including an 18-month-old baby—suffered serious injuries. The…
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Northwoods Wave Party Thanks Tourists | Eau Claire News
As summer tourists pack up and head home, Northwoods towns like Arbor Vitae, Minocqua, and Hazelhurst throw a heartfelt “wave party” to say thanks — because…