STEVENS POINT, WI (WSAU) -- The latest artistic light along the Wisconsin River in Stevens Point is much more than a fun piece of public art. Mayor Mike Wiza and other local leaders gathered to dedicate "Tiny Dancer" on Tuesday, a piece dedicated to the memory of 20-year-old Hannah Goman, who was killed in a ...

WAUSAU, WI (WSAU-WAOW) - The city of Wausau is honoring Sarah Ruffi on what would have been her 58th birthday. Hundreds of community members are leaving messages of condolences and sharing how she impacted them. That includes city leaders in Wauau, who said: "While she may be gone, her legacy as a lawyer, podcast ...

KRONENWETTER, WI (WSAU) -- Kronenwetter Administrator James Davel has been cleared of any wrongdoing in connection with an employee complaint. Village leaders announced the results of a third-party investigation Tuesday morning, saying the situation involved a "workplace allegation." The Village Board hired a...

WAUSAU, WI (WSAU-WAOW) - A new chapter is beginning for The Waterside Building, between the Dudley Tower and the Marathon County Public Library. The space mostly empty for about 3 years but Wausau Mayor Dough Diny says he's excited to see the building come back to life. "I'm looking forward to it. In fact I see so...

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI (WSAU) -- The man accused of stealing a Wisconsin Rapids ambulance and taking it on a 40-minute trip to Pittsville is competent for trial. Benjamin Feltz was in court on Monday, where both sides went over a competency evaluation, agreeing that the 37-year-old can aid in his defense. The Judge then ...

WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) -- US Senator Tammy Baldwin was in Wausau on Monday to hear about the region's housing crunch. The discussion focused on several ways the housing shortage has impacted people, including businesses and individuals. She says she was glad to hear some companies are getting creative to solve the problem. ...

MERRILL, WI (WSAU-WAOW) -- Police in Merrill are investigating a Friday night stabbing. Officers were called to a residential area to find the victim collapsed at a nearby establishment. They've determined that the unidentified individual was stabbed at a home, then walked to the bar for help. The victim is in "st...

MARSHFIELD, WI (WSAU) -- Residents of Marshfield should expect a busy road construction season, though City Administrator Steve Barg says most of the work will be done outside of the main roads. Barg says the city is in somewhat of a tight spot, with several roads nearing the end of their useful life at once. That's du...

MILWAUKEE, WI (WSAU) The Brewers have opened their season with back-to-back wins over the White Sox. They beat Chicago 6-1 on Saturday night. Garrett Mitchell had two hits, 2 RBI, and 2 stolen bases in the win. Christian Yelich and Brice Turang had three hits each. Garrett Mitchell hit two singles, drove in two runs a...

RIB MOUNTAIN, WI (WSAU) - Organizers estimated about 2,000 people atteded a 'No Kings' rally along Rib Mountain Drive on Saturday. There were similar protests across the state and country. Organizers said they are opposed to the war with Iran, tariffs, and heavy-handed immigration enforcement. Organizers want their sup...