May 21, 2013

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High School Students Give

Local high school students took their daily studies outside of the classroom Tuesday. Instead of math and science, students applied the lesson of giving to residents in the community.

Local Jail Population Increasing

Over the past few years there's been a population explosion at the Marathon County jail, and that has officials wondering why and what to do about it.

Avery Gives Emotional Testimony

Steven Avery spent 18 years in prison for a rape he didn't commit. Now, some are saying the state's criminal justice system needs to be changed.

Last Minute Shippers

Pre-Christmas procrastination is turning last minute shoppers into last minute shippers.

Toy Safety

You've probably heard government warnings about unsafe products for your kids, but a recent study by the Consumer Product Safety Commission shows an alarming number of unsafe products are still out there.

Trails Open

Snowmobile trails up north and Cross Country ski trails in Marathon County are now open.

Low Meeting Attendance

Low attendance for the Wausau Police Department's public meetings is causing some concern for Chief Bill Brandimore.

Obey on Iraq

Democratic congressman Dave Obey is speaking out about what should be done with the now-captured former dictator Saddam Hussein

Threat Level Raised

The terror alert has once again been raised to orange, or high, and officials say this could be the most serious threat since the September 11th attacks, but are people in central Wisconsin worried?

New Law and a Reminder From the State Patrol

Drunk driving is a sobering reality this time of year, so the State Patrol is reminding you to think before you drink. Plus, there's a new law aimed at keeping drug users off the road.

Couple Salvages Hope After Fire

Imagine losing your home and everything that's in it just weeks shy of the holidays and the arrival of a new baby. That's the reality for a Stevens Point couple.

Students Opt to Give

When fourth graders at Riverside Elementary School were asked if they wanted to give presents this holiday season, or to receive them, their final decision made teachers proud.

Murder Investigation Continues

One month has gone by and still no arrests have been made in the murder of Wausau native Pat Zemke. Officials continue their investigation.

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