Senate confirms Antony Blinken as 71st secretary of state
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Tuesday confirmed Antony Blinken as America’s top diplomat, tasked with carrying out President Joe Biden’s commitment to reverse the Trump administration’s “America First” doctrine that weakened international alliances.
Joe Biden to call for end of federally run private prisons
President Joe Biden on Tuesday will formally call on the federal government to end its reliance on private prisons and acknowledge the central role the government has played in implementing discriminatory housing policies, according to a senior administration official.
Biden's Commerce pick, Raimondo, voices tough line on China
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s pick to oversee the Commerce Department took a tough line on China in her confirmation hearing Tuesday, though she stopped short of singling out which Chinese companies should remain on a list that limits their access to advanced U.S. technology.
DHS announces groups eligible for COVID-19 vaccine tentatively beginning March 1
MADISON, Wis. (WKBT) -- The Wisconsin Department of Health Services announced Tuesday more groups that will be next in line for the COVID-19 vaccine starting March 1, depending on availability. The groups in priority order include education and child care,…
Studies extend hopes for antibody drugs against COVID-19
New results extend hopes for drugs that supply antibodies to fight COVID-19, suggesting they can help keep patients out of the hospital and possibly prevent illness in some uninfected people.
Moon Tunes in La Crosse joins online concert series
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) -- La Crosse's Moon Tunes has joined a local music concert series as a way to celebrate the completion of the Riverside Park bandshell and support local music. Valley View Rotary's Moon Tunes is collaborating with…
Wisconsin lawmakers to vote on repealing mask mandate
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Senate planned to vote Tuesday on repealing Gov. Tony Evers’ statewide mask mandate, while it remained unclear whether the Assembly would follow suit as required to undo the order. A joint resolution cosponsored by 29 Republicans in…
Finalists announced in La Crosse area concerto competition
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) -- Six high schoolers from Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa were named finalists Tuesday in the 22nd annual Richard Record Rising Stars Concerto Competition. The competition, which is a Mayo Education Program of the La Crosse Symphony,…
Target giving $500 post-holiday bonuses to employees
Target is giving employees more bonuses, including holiday seasonal hires, the fifth round of bonuses from the retailer since the pandemic begun.
AP sources: Biden to pause oil drilling on public lands
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is set to announce a wide-ranging moratorium on new oil and gas leasing on U.S. lands, as his administration moves quickly to reverse Trump administration policies on energy and the environment and address climate change.
Remembering Kobe Bryant, one year after his tragic death
A look back at the NBA legend's life, in photos, and an appreciation of his legacy one year after his tragic death.
Biden more bullish on vaccines, open to 1.5M daily shot goal
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden appeared to boost his goal for coronavirus vaccinations in his first 100 days in office, suggesting the nation could soon be injecting 1.5 million shots on an average per day.
Snow Showers Ending, Some Late Day Clearing
Tuesday's Forecast High: 24°F, Tonight's Forecast Low: 9°F Good Tuesday to you! There is snow falling across our southern and eastern communities this morning. This should taper off by lunch time,…
Twitter permanently bans My Pillow CEO
Twitter has permanently banned My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell’s account after he continued to perpetuate the baseless claim that Donald Trump won the 2020 U.S. presidential election.
LeaderEthics-Wisconsin offers video presentation geared toward elected officials, political candidates
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - With local elections coming up in our community LeaderEthics - Wisconsin is giving candidates for Mayor of La Crosse, City Council, and local school…
