Federal COVID-19 relief money to move up several area road, bridge projects
MADISON, Wis. (WKBT) --- Federal COVID-19 relief funding will allow 42 Wisconsin highway construction projects, including several in the west-south-central area of the state, to advance ahead of schedule. The funding, approved in late 2020, totals $147.3 million, according to…
State Sen. Brad Pfaff addresses goals on bettering transportation in the La Crosse area
LA CROSSE, Wis (WKBT) - Addressing transportation issues, which affect rural areas and the city alike, will help our overall economy. That's…
Gas prices increase 14% from last month; what's driving up the price at the pump?
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - Good things never last... If you've pulled up to the pump recently, that may have crossed…
$2 billion in federal aid for nations airports
LA CROSSE, Wis (WKBT) - The La Crosse Regional Airport may be eligible for funds to help combat the coronavirus. The U.S. Department of Transportation is making nearly $2 billion available to airports affected by the pandemic. The program is…
Black ice and winter driving dangers
Winter weather can be dangerous, especially on the roads. We’re talking about black ice in particular. If you’ve ever encountered it, you know how scary it can be. Consumer Reports has some lifesaving advice that every driver needs to hear.…
CR recommends mandatory COVID-19 safety standards for airports and airlines
As the holiday travel season approaches, Consumer Reports is repeating its call for Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao to protect travelers by adopting mandatory COVID-19…
Winter Awareness Week begins Monday
LA CROSSE, Wis (WKBT) - Monday marks the beginning of Winter Awareness Week in Wisconsin. Wisconsin winters can bring beautiful snowfalls and great opportunities for outdoor recreation. They can also result…
One last hurrah: Pizza Doctors closes after more than 34-year run
LA CROSSE, Wis, (WKBT)-- Pizza Doctors, the La Crosse staple known for its exploratory surgery, is permanently closed. In a post on Facebook, the restaurant…
Parks Dept. sets cut off for Haunted Mile after traffic backs up for miles
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT)--Traffic from the Haunted Mile at Pettibone Park is still backed up Cass Street down to West Avenue, despite…
Road closure on Saturday in Winona
WINONA, Minn (WKBT) – A temporary road closure tomorrow may leave some Winona drivers looking for a different route. 2nd Street between Washington and Huff Street will be closed on Saturday the 19th due to the installation of sanitary and…
Drive safely over the holiday weekend
LA CROSSE, Wis (WKBT) - The Department of Transportation would like to remind everyone to be careful and drive safely over the Labor Day weekend. There is construction around the…
Traveling recommendations relaxed by the CDC
LA CROSSE, Wis (WKBT) - Traveling just became a bit less restrictive quarantining measures. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has dropped its recommendation that travelers returning from a…
Ramp closure near Nodine
NODINE, Minn (WKBT) - The I-90 off-ramp near Nodine will be closed starting Monday. This is part of an ongoing project in the area. Traffic will be detoured to the next interchange…
7th Street from Farnam to Adams street will be temporarily closed
LA CROSSE, Wis (WKBT) - If you live or work around Gundersen's La Crosse campus, you may have to find a different way to get…
TSA PreCheck registration is coming to La Crosse
LA CROSSE, Wis (WKBT) - A time-saving feature available at many airports around the country is landing in La Crosse. The La Crosse Regional Airport will host an enrollment…
La Crosse Regional Airport revenue on the rise again
LA CROSSE, Wis (WKBT) - Are people willing to get on a flight any time soon? The answer is still up in the air, but there are…
