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Two Dead in Price County Crash
PHILLIPS, WI (WSAU-WAOW) -- Two people have died in a crash involving a pickup and a semi near Phillips. The crash happened near the intersection of State Highways 111 and 13, according to WAOW TV. Sheriff's officials say two of the deceased were passengers in the pickup. The conditions of the drivers have not been rel...
15h ago
Wausau School Board Member Resigns
WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) -- A longtime member of the Wausau School Board has resigned her seat. Jane Rusch is stepping down for personal reasons, saying it was a difficult decision. "I have absolutely loved every minute I have served on the board, even the tough moments." District leaders released a statement on Thu...
15h ago
OFFICIAL: Packers Acquire Digrunted Cowboys EDGE Micah Parsons via Trade
GREEN BAY, WI (WSAU) -- The Packers bolstered their defense on Thursday by acquiring 2021 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Micah Parsons from the Dallas Cowboys. Parsons, who was tangled in a contract dispute with the club, has also reportedly agreed to a four-year, $188 million contract extension with $120 million in ...
16h ago
Investigators ask for help identifying human remains
FLORENCE, WI (WSAU-WAOW) - The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is seeking public assistance in identifying human skeletal remains found in Florence County on October 28, 2022. New composite sketches have been released to aid in this effort. The remains are believed to belo...
18h ago
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Majors' top two teams meet as Brewers open set vs. Blue Jays
The teams with the two best records in the majors clash Friday night when the Milwaukee Brewers visit the Toronto Blue Jays to open a three-game series. The Brewers have the top record in the big leagues despite losing 6-4 on Thursday to the visiting ...
2h ago
Mets' prized prospect Jonah Tong to make MLB debut vs. Marlins
By almost any standard, Nolan McLean is off to the best start for any rookie pitcher in New York Mets history. And if the scouting report is correct, Jonah Tong might be even better. Tong, the Mets' No. 4 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, will make his maj...
2h ago
NFC East Primer: Sleeping Giants in New York?
Finding a passing lane in the NFC East might be a pipe dream. Based on the talent and depth assembled by Super Bowl champion Philadelphia, the Eagles are still viewed as the team to beat in the division. Upstart Washington came out of nowhere to beat ...
2h ago
Skateboarding-From X Games to auction block: Hawk's 900 deck is up for grabs
By Jorge Garcia VISTA, California (Reuters) -Skateboarding icon Tony Hawk is putting the board he used to land the first 900 in competition up for auction, saying the famed deck represents a defining era for the sport and could help fund new public ska...
4h ago
Tennis-Tsitsipas upset by underarm serves as he slumps out of US Open
NEW YORK (Reuters) -A frustrated Stefanos Tsitsipas took exception to his opponent's tactics after blowing a match point and exiting the U.S. Open in the second round courtesy of a five-set loss to Daniel Altmaier on Thursday. The 7-6(5) 1-6 4-6 6-3 7-...
7h ago
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Thursday High School Football Scores & Friday Schedule
WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) -- Here is Thursday's scorebaord & today's schedule: Thursday Stevens Point 41 Superior 20 River Falls 54 DC Everest 21 La Crosse Logan 29 Wausau East 21 Rice Lake 30 Wisconsin Rapids 14 Hudson 30 Wausau West 14 Antigo 54 Strugeon Bay 6 Merrill 30 Crandon 20 Menominee 30 Mar...
5h ago
Badgers Win Opener
MADISON, WI (WSAU) -- The Wisconsin offense struggled in the first half but prevailed in their opening game, beating Miami of Ohio 17-0 on Thursday night at Camp Randall Stadium. The Badgers led 3-0 at halftime after starting quarterback Billy Edwards Jr left the game with a lower body injury. Danny' O'Neill took over ...
5h ago
Diamondbacks Dump Brewers
MILWAUKEE, WI (WSAU) -- The Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-4 on Thursday afternoon at American Family Field. The D-Backs scored three runs in both the 2nd and 3rd innings and made it stand up. The Brewers did all their scoring early as well with one in both the first and second and two in the third. ...
5h ago
OFFICIAL: Packers Acquire Digrunted Cowboys EDGE Micah Parsons via Trade
GREEN BAY, WI (WSAU) -- The Packers bolstered their defense on Thursday by acquiring 2021 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Micah Parsons from the Dallas Cowboys. Parsons, who was tangled in a contract dispute with the club, has also reportedly agreed to a four-year, $188 million contract extension with $120 million in ...
16h ago
Week Two Of High School Football Starts Tonight
WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) -- It's week two of the high school football season. Here are tonight's matchups: Stevens Point at Superior La Crosse Logan at Wausau East Sturgeon Bay at Antigo River Falls at DC Everest Wausau West at Hudson Menominee at Marshfield Boys Soccer Stevens Point at Menominee Wausau East at River Falls Wa...
Aug 28, 2025
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LaFleur talks Golden's progress, Love talks about his thumb
(LEARFIELD) - It was just another routine day at Lambeau Field until the Micah Parsons trade which occurred after Packers coach Matt LaFleur had met with the media. Among the things LaFleur discussed was how much progress has Matthew Golden made over the past month. The Packers open the regular season 1 week from this...
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Packers add 3 to practice squad
(PACKERS) - The Green Bay Packers have signed tackle Dalton Cooper, quarterback Clayton Tune and tight end osh Whyle to the practice squad. General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transactions Thursday. Cooper (6-6, 326) is a rookie out of Oklahoma State who originally signed with the Kansas City Chiefs as an und...
3h ago
Packers trade for Cowboys Micah Parsons
(PACKERS) - The Green Bay Packers have agreed to terms on a trade with the Dallas Cowboys (pending physicals). The Packers will acquire DL Micah Parsons in exchange for DL Kenny Clark and first-round draft selections in 2026 and 2027. Green Bay and Parsons have also agreed to terms on a contract extension. Packers Gene...
14h ago
Packers' LaFleur talks about Melton, Stackhouse making the team
(LEARFIELD - Following yesterday's finishing touches on the Packers roster, Packers coach Matt LaFleur talked to the media. He had a regular practice with the team Wednesday and today he said they'll scrimmage. The Packers begin the regular season 1 week from this Sunday.
Aug 28, 2025
Packers make roster moves, fill practice squad
(PACKERS) - The Green Bay Packers have signed linebacker Nick Niemann and released cornerback Micah Robinson. General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transactions Wednesday. Niemann (6-3, 234) is a fifth-year player out of the University of Iowa who was originally selected by the Los Angeles Chargers in the sixth...
Aug 27, 2025
Green Bay Packers make their cuts
(PACKERS) - The Green Bay Packers have released the following players: RB Israel Abanikanda; DL Deslin Alexandre; DB Johnathan Baldwin; CB Corey Ballentine; T Brant Banks; LB Jared Bartlett; QB Sean Clifford; G Tyler Cooper; RB Tyrion Davis-Price; QB Taylor Elgersma; DL James Ester; WR Mecole Hardman; CB Tyron Herring;...
Aug 26, 2025
