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Wausau School Board seeks legal advice on Wausau East boys’ hockey co-op impasse

The Wausau School Board has authorized district administrators to retain legal counsel to explore options for giving Wausau East boys an opportunity to play varsity hockey after a proposed co-op with Wausau West stalled in a conference vote.

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Wisconsin business owners weigh in on potential marijuana legalization

National

FILE - Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth waits to welcome Britain's Defense Secretary Wes...
Hegseth says bipartisan impeachment push is about ‘policy disagreements,’ not high crimes

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Group plays first of three planned concerts
29 Jazz ensemble to perform free concert in Rothschild

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Wisconsin forward Frank Kaminsky (44) goes up for a shot against Minnesota forward Maurice...

Frank Kaminsky selected as keynote speaker for UW-Madison 2026 winter graduation

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Calahan Steed
Wisconsin men’s basketball legend Frank Kaminsky was announced as the keynote speaker for Winter 2026 Commencement, the University of Wisconsin-Madison announced Monday.

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United Way seeks cookie kits for Marathon County families

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Heather Poltrock
United Way of Marathon County is asking community members to assemble sugar cookie kits to help local families make holiday memories together.

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The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald, 50 years later

Sturgeon Bay families remember loved ones lost on Edmund Fitzgerald

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Chris Roth
The Edmund Fitzgerald lives on in song and in the memories of the family members left behind, including two families from Sturgeon Bay.

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Marathon County camping reservations for 2027 season open Nov. 10

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Heather Poltrock
Reservations for the 2027 camping season at Marathon County campgrounds open at noon Tuesday, Nov. 10. Click here to make a reservation.

First Alert Weather

Rest of week forecast.

Mild on Tuesday, then cooling off after showers on Wednesday

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Spencer Furman
We have one more milder day before cooling off after some light showers.

Sports

Addie (left) is a senior and Keely (right) is a freshman.

Hello, My Name Is: Addie and Keely Gabay

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Ben Helwig
The Phillips sisters helped the Loggers secure a team trophy at state cross country in their one year of competition together
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The former linebacker says he will hold a watch party at the facility if the Packers make it...
Former Packers player George Koonce visits senior center in Appleton

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Musicians in 29 Jazz range from 17 to 94 years of age, with tonight's performance planned to...
Rothschild's "The Bar" to host concert of local jazz band tonight at 6:30

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The band 29 Jazz features a wide ensemble of musicians, with the concert giving them a chance...
Local jazz band to play concert tonight at The Bar in Rothschild

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White-tailed buck deer
Man dies after deer struck by another car flies into his windshield

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Brent Porter
Trial set for Marshfield man charged in fatal Taylor County shooting

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Woman, 51, dies in Town of Belmont hit-and-run crash involving motorcycle

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Congressman Derrick Van Orden endorsed by U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Rep. Derrick Van Orden files for 2028 3rd Congressional District race

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L-39 Albatros (left) flown by James Michaels of Waukesha, Wis., when he crashed on Nov. 8, 2026.
Air show pilot from Wisconsin dies in Kentucky crash

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Shawn Hahn has been a devoted McDonald's employee for 22 years.

You Know You’re From...Antigo: Shawn Hahn’s love of people and McDonald’s spans 22 years

Updated: 11 hours ago
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By Dale Ryman and Curtis Aderholdt
Nothing can stop Shawn Hahn from cleaning tables and greeting customers during his three weekly shifts.

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The Grant Place, a private 70-apartment senior living facility, is being built at the corner...

70-apartment senior living facility under construction in downtown Wausau

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By Brayden Dobbe
The Grant Place, a private 70-apartment senior living facility, is being built at the corner of Grant and First streets in downtown Wausau. The facility is meant to keep people 55 and older in an active and social setting as they downsize to an apartment complex.

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Share Your Holidays begins 24th year after raising $1.8 million

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Jeff Thelen
The 24th year of NewsChannel 7’s Share Your Holidays is underway. The annual food drive and fundraiser supports The Salvation Army, The Neighbors’ Place and Peyton’s Promise.

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Crews from the Department of Public Works were seen Monday, putting black bags over Flock...

Flock cameras in Wausau covered after contract canceled

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Ceara Hunsaker
Crews from the Department of Public Works were seen Monday, putting black bags over Flock cameras in Wausau

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Congressman Derrick Van Orden endorsed by U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Rep. Derrick Van Orden files for 2028 3rd Congressional District race

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Lindsay Strom and Desiree Fischer
Congressman Derrick Van Orden has officially filed for the 2028 3rd Congressional District race after losing to Rebecca Cooke last Tuesday, Nov. 3.

National

President Donald Trump acknowledges the Iran war impacted the midterm elections but says he's...

Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky files resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By The Associated Press
Facing an expected impeachment resolution in Congress, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he’s eager to litigate the policy choices that he and President Donald Trump have made in Iran and Venezuela.

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Trial set for Marshfield man charged in fatal Taylor County shooting

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Heather Poltrock
A two-week trial is scheduled to begin in March for a Marshfield man charged in connection with a fatal shooting.

Share Your Holidays

Share Your Holidays

Share Your Holidays helps neighbors facing rising costs, reduced SNAP benefits

Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 7:35 AM CST
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By Mayra Parrilla Guerrero
On Monday, Newschannel 7 kicked off its annual Share your Holidays campaign.

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L-39 Albatros (left) flown by James Michaels of Waukesha, Wis., when he crashed on Nov. 8, 2026.

Air show pilot from Wisconsin dies in Kentucky crash

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By WBAY news staff
James Alan Michaels was from Waukesha County.

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Woman, 51, dies in Town of Belmont hit-and-run crash involving motorcycle

Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 9:48 AM CST
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By Taylor Hughes
The woman was a passenger on the motorcycle, which crashed around 5:13 p.m. on State Highway 22

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Health officials are investigating a confirmed measles case after a person visited the...

Shawano County measles case linked to possible exposure at Weston emergency department

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Desiree Fischer
Health officials are investigating a confirmed measles case after a person visited the emergency department at Marshfield Medical Center – Weston, the Marathon County Health Department said.

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No injuries reported after plane crashes in Rock County

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 8:47 PM CST
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By Jenna Sandy
Officials from the Rock County Sheriff’s Office said they were notified by the Rock County Regional Airport around 10:20 a.m. Sunday that a plane was losing altitude and was en route for a possible emergency landing.

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Cooling temperatures, dry conditions this week

Cooler temperatures arrive later this week

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Emily Merz
If you are looking to get outside while it’s relatively mild, get out earlier in the week.

National

FILE -- Former President Joe Biden says his continued cancer battle will limit promotion of...

Biden says cancer has not stopped him, but it will limit his book promotion

Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 6:51 AM CST
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By CNN Newsource Staff
Former President Joe Biden says his continued cancer battle will limit promotion of his memoir "Promise Me America," due out Nov. 17.

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“One Nation Under God” breakfast returns to commemorate veterans

“One Nation Under God” breakfast returns to commemorate veterans

Updated: Nov. 9, 2026 at 8:28 AM CST
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By Jhett Sherry
Wednesday, Nov. 11 is Veterans Day, a time to honor those who served our country. That’s why the Sunrise Exchange Club is commemorating their service and sacrifice with the “One Nation Under God” breakfast.

Sports

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson celebrates on the field after an NFL football...

Near-perfect all-around performance leads Packers to 45-27 domination of Patriots

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 5:05 PM CST
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By Katlynn Gill
In a tight race for the NFC North divisional crown, every win matters. Today, the Packers hunt their second straight win against the Patriots. Drake Maye and his offense will immediately face the wrath of Xavier McKinney and this Johnathan Gannon defense. On the second play of the game, McKinney grabs his fourth pick of the season, good for a 36-yard return to set up Jordan Love and his offense on the 14-yard line.

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Warm autumn temperatures in central Wisconsin are allowing golfers to keep playing for an...

Warm fall weather extends golf season in central Wisconsin

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 8:44 PM CST
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By Brayden Dobbe
Warm autumn temperatures in central Wisconsin are allowing golfers to keep playing for an extra month and a half, and Pine Valley Golf Course near Marathon is seeing the effect this fall.

First Alert Weather

Cooler weather for the late work week

Mild start to the week, then a drop in temperatures starting Wednesday

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 8:53 PM CST
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By Jeremy Tabin
Wausau Weather: Mild next couple of days, then cooling down

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A Vernon County (Wis.) Sheriff's Office squad vehicle.

3 rescued after boat capsizes on Mississippi River

Updated: Nov. 8, 2026 at 4:24 PM CST
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By WEAU Staff
Three duck hunters are safe after their boat flipped on the Mississippi River on Saturday morning, according to the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office.

Sports

Joseph Cheatham had three rushing touchdowns in the 38-22 loss to Oshkosh.

UW-Stevens Point football loses home finale against UW-Oshkosh

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 9:28 PM CST
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By Ben Helwig
The Pointers fell to Oshkosh 38-22 on Saturday

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Community celebrates Day of the Dead

HOLA hosts Día de los Muertos celebrations

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 5:22 PM CST
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By Kailyn Martinsen
The Wausau nonprofit HOLA organized a celebration of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, on Saturday.

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Picture of Carel Aaron Van Der Merwe provided by law firm.

Law firm says Wisconsin State Trooper detained by ICE released on order of supervision

Updated: Nov. 7, 2026 at 4:20 PM CST
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By WBAY news staff
The law firm representing Wisconsin State Trooper Carel Aaron Van Der Merwe says that he will be released from custody and placed on an order of supervision.
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