Larger planes and passenger capacities coming to La Crosse Regional Airport
American Airlines will begin using larger planes with more seats Aug. 16 at La Crosse Regional Airport.
La Crosse-area campgrounds prepare for busy 4th of July weekend
LA CROSSE (WKBT) — The looming holiday weekend offers many people the perfect time to dust off their campers. The high cost of gas is not…
Fix the Hog: Harley, Westinghouse ordered to fix warranties
Federal regulators have accused Harley-Davidson and Westinghouse of imposing illegal warranty terms on customers and ordered them to fix their warranties and ensure that their dealers compete fairly with independent repair-makers. The Federal Trade Commission announced the action against the motorcycle maker and MWE Investments, which makes Westinghouse-brand outdoor power generators and related equipment. The FTC said the companies have imposed illegal warranty terms that voided customers’ warranties if they used anyone other than the companies and their authorized dealers to get parts or repairs _ restricting consumers’ choices and costing them more money.
Gas prices sting US workers who depend on their cars
Millions of Americans who rely on their cars for work are changing their habits, signing up for carpools or even ditching their cars for bicycles as gas prices recently hit $5 per gallon for the first time ever. This week, it’s averaging $4.95 per gallon nationwide, up from $3.06 per gallon a year ago, according to AAA. Some help could be on the way. On Wednesday, President Joe Biden asked Congress to suspend federal gas taxes for three months, which would shave 18.4 cents per gallon off the price of gas. He also called on states to suspend their own gas taxes. But in the meantime, gas is straining budgets.
Biden calls for 3-month suspension of gas and diesel taxes
President Joe Biden is calling on Congress to suspend federal gasoline and diesel taxes for three months — an election-year move meant to ease financial pressures. But it's not clear Biden has the votes to suspend the taxes. Many lawmakers in his own party have expressed reservations. Biden says he knows the move wouldn't reduce “all the pain but it will be a big help.” If the gas tax savings were fully passed along to consumers, people would save roughly 3.6% at the pump. Prices average about $5 a gallon nationwide. Biden also wants states to suspend their own gas taxes or provide similar relief.
Portion of Green Bay Street in La Crosse to be closed through late August
Beginning Monday, a portion of Green Bay Street will close for utility work through late August.
Eau Claire Transit waives fares due to high heat index
Eau Claire Transit waived rider fares to help community members beat the heat Monday.
Ford recalls over 2.9M vehicles at risk of rollaway crashes
Ford is recalling over 2.9 million vehicles in the U.S. to fix a transmission problem that can increase the risk of inadvertent rollaway crashes.
REACH Inc. receives new hybrid wheelchair-accessible van purchased with Eau Claire community support
Beginning June 13, REACH, Inc. will now add a hybrid wheelchair accessible van to their fleet for their Adult Day Services program.
Block of Denton Street in La Crosse closed for construction starting June 13
The block of Denton from East Avenue to 19th Street will close starting Monday, June 13 for reconstruction and utility work. The city says the closure will impact both intersections at East avenue and 19th Street.
La Crosse Regional Airport receives $765,000 for new fire-rescue vehicle
The La Crosse Regional Airport is getting a new rescue fire-fighting vehicle thanks to the 2022 Airport Improvement Grant.
Crawford County road project on list for first round of federal infrastructure funding
A Crawford County road is on the list of 40 Wisconsin projects receiving federal infrastructure funds. Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced $35 million from the federal infrastructure bill for Wisconsin projects. This first round of funding targets rural areas and urban areas with fewer than 50,000 people. Funding was awarded in four categories based on population.
Businesses now worry long-planned La Crosse Street reconstruction will harm bottom line
LA CROSSE (WKBT) — Josie Sullivan has lived in La Crosse for about two and a half years. She says the poor quality of La Crosse Street has damaged…
La Crosse County crews to remove pavement on part of Hwy. M
LA CROSSE (WKBT) — La Crosse County highway crews will begin removing pavement Tuesday on County Hwy. M between Wolter and Swamp roads. People should follow detours because heavy equipment will be used between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m., according…
Work on County Highway V in Holmen underway
County Highway V just north of Holmen will close Monday for utility work.
Road construction on La Crosse Street begins Monday
Work will get underway on La Crosse Street on Monday, June 6.
