Drought in Wisconsin, Minnesota can be tough on grass
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - The rain will see this evening is pretty rare thise days. According to the U.S Drought Monitor, much of our area is…
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La Crosse area doctors raise concerns over patients skipping cancer screenings
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - The number of cancer screenings is down across the U.S. and local doctors say they are concerned. A recent study…
Hot temperatures create health risks even indoors, especially for elderly
UNDATED (WKBT) - Hot temperatures aren't a health hazard only if you're outdoors. Staff with Mayo Clinic Health System say not having air conditioning can especially put…
Heat stroke concerns as La Crosse sees record high temperature
UNDATED (WKBT) - If you're spending a lot of time outside, listen to your body. Heat stroke happens your body becomes unable to control its temperature. That…
Dirty filters can lead problems with air conditioning units
UNDATED (WKBT) - The heat means you'll likely crank up the air conditioning this weekend. If this is the first time you are turning it on for…
Former Make-A-Wish Iowa CEO pleads guilty to theft of funds
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The former CEO of Make-A-Wish Iowa has pleaded guilty to charges of embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from the charity that supports sick children and their families.
Farm laborer convicted in 2018 stabbing death of Iowa runner
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) - A jury has found a farm laborer guilty of murder in the abduction and killing of a University of Iowa student who vanished while out for a run in 2018. The jury on Friday found…
Motorcycle drivers, community members reminded keep riders safe
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - The number of injuries from motorcycle crashes goes up in the summer months. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Riders should be cautious…
Supermoon to bring big reason to look to the skies
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - You could have a big reason this evening to keep your eyes on the sky. May's "Flower" supermoon will make an…
Emergency funding available for hospitality business through Restaurant Revitalization Fund
UNDATED (WKBT) - Emergency funding is available for hospitality businesses locally as they recover from the impacts of COVID-19 pandemic. Businesses that prepare and serve food…
