Wisconsin Yard & Garden: Avoiding crabgrass problems

Crabgrass invading lawns is a frequent concern as we gradually advance into spring. Now is the time to consider your management plan, as crabgrass still has a way to go before appearing in lawns. Crabgrass is a warm-season annual grass that thrives in …

4 people from Wisconsin killed in plane crash, police say

Wisconsin man charged with shooting police K9 in Rockford

WARNING: Deadly Virus Transmitted By Deer Ticks Now In Wisconsin

Spring is here, which brings many great opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts throughout Wisconsin. Of course, the warmer temperatures also bring back outdoor pests people are all too familiar with.  According to the University of Wisconsin–Madison and the …

New book by UWEC professor shares JFK's history in western Wisconsin

EAU CLAIRE (WQOW) - A new book by a UW-Eau Claire professor explores western Wisconsin's connection to President John F. Kennedy. UW-Eau Claire English professor BJ Hollars is the author of "Wisconsin For Kennedy" which follows the 1960 …

Illinois plane crash kills four from Menomonie, Wisconsin

All four of the plane's occupants were pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, according to the state police. TRILLA, Ill. — The National Transportation Safety Bureau has launched an investigation after four people were killed in an Illinois plane …

Sturgeon spawning activity gearing up in northeast Wisconsin

WLUK - Rejoice, northeast Wisconsinites! Sturgeon spawning is underway. As of Sunday, spawning activity is increasing, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Right now, sturgeon can be seen spawning at the Princeton Dam in the upper …

Four Wisconsin people killed in Illinois plane crash

Four Wisconsin people killed in Illinois plane crash It happened Sunday morning outside the Coles County Memorial Airport Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Updated: 1:14 PM CDT Apr 20, 2025 A small engine plane crash killed four people from Menomonie …

Wisconsin Awaits $50 Million for Reading

Back in 2023, $50 million was allocated to fund mandated changes to how Wisconsin children learn to read, but the funds have never been released, thanks to legal arguments over the reading legislation. The money has been tied up as the legislature awaits …

Four Wisconsin residents killed in single-engine plane crash in Illinois

TRILLA, Ill. — A small single-engine airplane crashed at about 10:15 a.m. Saturday — killing four Menomonie, Wis. residents — on County Road 1400 N in Trilla, Ill. According to the Illinois State Police, all four of the passengers were pronounced dead at …