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Brewers sweep Cubs
CHICAGO, IL (WSAU) The Brewers completed a sweep of the Cubs, 5-0, behind masterful pitching from Kyle Harrison. He struck out 11 in 7-innings of shutout ball, allowing just 2 hits. David Hamilton had three hits and scored twice. Harrison and Hamilton were both aquaired in an off-season trade with the Red Sox. The Cub...
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Wisconsin Rapids Airport Awarded $2.7 Million for Terminal Improvements
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI (WSAU) -- Alexander Field-South Wood County Airport in Wisconsin Rapids has been awarded $2.7 million for terminal upgrades. "We are honored to have been the only general aviation airport in the state selected for this competitive grant," said Airport Manager Jeremy Sickler in a press rel...
16h ago
Marshfield Awarded $800K Grant for New Police Station
MARSHFIELD, WI (WSAU) -- The City of Marshfield has won an $800,000 grant for its new police station. Police Chief Jody Geurink says they have been planning this long-awaited project on a tight $10 million budget, so any outside funding will help. "This $800,000 will help keep the project on track. [Right now] we ...
17h ago
This is it': Rodgers says he will retire after 2026 NFL season
May 20 (Reuters) - Four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers will retire after the 2026 season, drawing a curtain on a glittering 22-year career, he said on Wednesday. The 42-year-old quarterback inked a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers this week that reunited him with coach Mike McCarthy. Rodgers...
18h ago
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Tennis-Sinner draws favourable path at French Open as Djokovic faces tough route
By Vincent Daheron PARIS, May 21 (Reuters) - World number one Jannik Sinner will open his French Open campaign against French wildcard Clement Tabur after Thursday's draw handed the Italian top seed a favourable-looking path through the top half of th...
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Tennis-Sabalenka's French Open hopes clouded by injury and claycourt struggles
By Rohith Nair May 21 (Reuters) - Aryna Sabalenka arrives at the French Open as the world number one but with cracks beginning to appear in her armour and an injury cloud looming over her pursuit of a long-awaited maiden Grand Slam title on clay. The ...
5h ago
Tennis-Gauff armed with new mindset and more consistent serve in quest for second French Open title
By Aadi Nair May 21 (Reuters) - Coco Gauff has thrown out the mental playbook that comes with being a defending champion, declaring she's done with the pressure of trying to "defend, defend" as she looks to retain her French Open title. With Aryna Saba...
5h ago
Tennis-Who are among the women's contenders to look out for at the French Open?
May 21 (Reuters) - The following are some of the contenders for the women's singles title at the French Open, which begins on Sunday: ELENA RYBAKINA (KAZAKHSTAN) * World ranking: 2 Two-time French Open quarter-finalist Rybakina started 2026 on a high n...
5h ago
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder get past Spurs, level series 1-1
Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was blunt when breaking down his struggles in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. "I have sucked when I get too long of a break," Gilgeous-Alexander said. "I don't think it's anything other than ...
8h ago
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Tuesday High School Scoreboard
WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) -- Here is Tuesday's scoreboard: Boys Basketball Roncalli 49 Wausau West 36 DC Everest 74 Chippewa Falls 54 Marshfield 74 Eau Claire Memorial 53 Eau Claire North 71 Wisconsin Rapids 62 Bonduel 79 Wausau East 49 Merrill 50 Antigo 49 Marathon 72 Stratford 20 Wausau Newman 62 Edgar...
Jan 14, 2026
Brewers sweep Cubs
CHICAGO, IL (WSAU) The Brewers completed a sweep of the Cubs, 5-0, behind masterful pitching from Kyle Harrison. He struck out 11 in 7-innings of shutout ball, allowing just 2 hits. David Hamilton had three hits and scored twice. Harrison and Hamilton were both aquaired in an off-season trade with the Red Sox. The Cub...
10h ago
How Dominate Has Jacob Misiorowski Been This Season? Breakdown of the Brewers' Ace Strong Start
MILWAUKEE, WI (WSAU) - The Milwaukee Brewers have been one of baseball's hottest teams over the previous two weeks, and much of their success can be attributed to their ace's dominance against opposing batters. Jacob Misiorowski has put up historic numbers during the first month of the season, going 4-2 with a 1.89 ERA...
19h ago
Brewers move into first place
CHICAGO, IL (WSAU) The Brewers climbed into 1st place in the NL Central with a 5-2 win over the Cubs on Tuesday night. Jacob Misiorowski (4-2) struck out eight and pitched six scoreless innings. He hasn't been scored on over the last 24 1/3 innings he's worked. Brice Turang was 3 for 4 with a two-run home rum. Jake Ba...
May 20, 2026
Packers Announce Several Top Player Personnel Promotions Ahead of OTAs
GREEN BAY, WI (WSAU) - The Green Bay Packers officially announced nearly a dozen promotions on Tuesday as the team's front office continues to adjust under new CEO Ed Policy. According to a press release from GM Brian Gutekunst's office, the organization has named Milt Hendrickson, the former director of football opera...
May 19, 2026
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Promising defensive lineman
(LEARFIELD) - Undrafted free agent edge rusher Nyjalik Kelly shows promise, but he'll need to work to make the Packers' opening roster. The 6-foot-5, 265-pound defensive lineman put pressure on the quarterback on more than 12 percent of his snaps as a senior at Central Florida. Sports Illustrated reports that he also l...
May 20, 2026
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Packers announce promotions
(GREEN BAY PACKERS) - The Green Bay Packers announced promotions in the player personnel department. The announcements were made Tuesday by General Manager Brian Gutekunst. Milt Hendrickson is entering his 22nd season in the NFL and eighth with the Packers. After seven seasons as the director - football operations, he ...
May 19, 2026
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Packers sign a cornerback, OTAs start next week
(247NEWSSOURCE) - The Green Bay Packers added an undrafted free agent to their roster. Green Bay signed former Vanderbilt cornerback Marlon Jones on Monday. Jones recorded nine total tackles in his one season with the Commodores. OTAs start next week: The Packers are closing in on the next phase of their offseason prog...
May 19, 2026
