La Crosse MTU expects to roll out two electric buses in fall
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) — The La Crosse Municipal Transit Utility and Xcel Energy will break ground soon for electrical charging stations for buses, according to MTU Director Adam Lorentz. The plug-ins won't stand idle, with the arrival of two…
Handy hand and stick vacs
Spring-cleaning can be time-consuming. But one easy way to stay on top of debris on your floors is with a small vacuum, like a stick or hand vac. Consumer Reports runs…
FCC's Emergency Broadband Benefit to offer discounts to eligible households
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WKBT) — The Federal Communications Commission's Emergency Broadband Benefit will make substantial discounts on broadband service and computers available to consumers beginning Wednesday. The pandemic-related program will continue until the $3.2 billion in federal funding runs out or…
AP sources: Biden to pledge halving greenhouse gases by 2030
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will pledge to cut U.S. greenhouse gas emissions at least in half by 2030 as he convenes a virtual climate summit with 40 world leaders, according to three people with knowledge of the White House plans.
Better battery-powered lawn tools
Outdoor power tools have come a long way from those old plug-in electric lawnmowers and trimmers. Many of today's battery-powered tools pack as much punch as their gasoline cousins, but with less…
Supreme Court dismisses case over Trump and Twitter critics
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a case over former President Donald Trump's efforts to block critics from his personal Twitter account.
Facebook data on more than 500M accounts found online
Facebook data on more than 500M accounts found online
Hidden cost of an inexpensive printer
Many of us have created a home office or classroom over the past year. And if you’re in the market for a new printer to complete the setup, you might think that buying an inexpensive model will save you money.…
UW-La Crosse science center second building phase in limbo
A UW-La Crosse building project is in question after republicans blocked governor Tony Evers budget last week.
FCC approves $50 monthly internet subsidies for low-income households during pandemic
(CNN) -- The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday approved final rules for a new broadband subsidy program that could help struggling families pay for internet service during the pandemic. The agency's $3.2 billion Emergency Broadband Benefit Program provides eligible low-income…
Running out of iPhone battery? You may soon be able to slap on a new one
(CNN) -- Remember the good old days when your phone was running out of juice and you could easily snap off the back cover, pull out the battery and swap in a new one? Those days are long gone. But…
Risks of using a P2P payment app
Peer-to-peer payment apps like Venmo and Zelle make paying for things a breeze. But there’s a catch: Many of these apps don’t offer the same level of protection against…
Do you need a fix for your Wifi?
These days, your WiFi might be your family’s connection to the world. But you know it doesn’t always work as well as it should. As Consumer Reports explains, upgrading to the latest generation of wireless routers could finally fix your…
Easy Super Bowl TV Tweaks
Are you getting ready for the big game? Chips and dip? Check. A perfect picture and superb sound from your big-screen TV? If you don’t have the last two, Consumer Reports…
Can UV light kill Covid?
Ultraviolet technology isn’t new; it’s been used in hospitals, research labs, and other areas that need to be germ-free. But now you may be noticing that same technology for sale in…
Cheaper printer Ink solutions
When HP announced its subscription plan, it sounded like a great promotion: free ink for life, 15 pages’ worth a month. Then in the fall of 2020, HP changed…
