Three boaters missing after a commercial barge reportedly collided with a pontoon boat Saturday night on Lake Pepin have been found dead. According to the Wabasha and Pepin County Sheriff’s Department, the first call came in at around 10:45 Saturday night of people screaming for help in the waters of Lake Pepin. First reponders found an overturned pontoon boat near the YMCA Camp on Deer Island with three survivors clinging to the boat. After an extensive search that lasted into Sunday afternoon, the bodies of the other three victims were reported as recovered and taken to the Ramsey County Medical Examiners Office. The names of the victims have not been released. The Wisconsin DNR will be leading the investigation in to the accident. No campers or camp staff were involved in the accident.
A dangerous weeklong heatwave is coming to Western Wisconsin. Extreme heat warnings are in effect for most of the WRDN listening area and northern Wisconsin. Highs are expected to reach the mid-90s, with heat index values near or above 100-degrees on Monday and Tuesday. Warm overnight temperatures could increase the risk of heat related illnesses. Forecasters say the hot and dry weather may not ease until the end of the week.
Applications are being accepted from those interested in becoming the next Buffalo County sheriff. The position became available with the recent resignation of now-former Sheriff Michael Osmond. Governor Evers is accepting applications through 5 p.m. next Monday
A suspect is in custody after a shots-fired incident last night in Eau Claire. Police say a number of shots were fired near businesses in the area of West Madison Street and Oxford Avenue. No injuries were reported.
The FAA and the NTSB are investigating after a small plane crashed in Winona County. The collision happened Thursday near the corner of Winona County Road 33 and Winona County Road 6. Authorities say the 62-year-old pilot experienced engine trouble and was forced into making an emergency landing. He was able to get out of the plane, and he was taken to a local hospital.
Three people are dead after what authorities are calling a double murder suicide. According to the Rusk County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were called to a home in the Township of Hawkins on Thursday for a welfare check. When deputies arrived they found three people dead from gunshot wounds. Based on the preliminary investigation, authorities believe the incident to be a double murder suicide. The names of the victims have not been released pending notification from the family.
Summer sunshine means extra attention to skin safety. University of Minnesota Medical School dermatologist Dr. David Pearson says UV levels rise significantly during the summer, increasing the risk of sun damage. He recommends applying sunscreen every morning, even on days when you don't expect much time outdoors, and reapplying throughout the day when needed. Pearson also suggests wearing UPF-rated sun-protective clothing for added protection. If you do get a sunburn, cold showers, over-the-counter creams and staying hydrated can help ease symptoms.
Wisconsin's US Senators react to the death of Lindsey Graham. His office said in a statement posted on social media that the Republican US Senator from South Carolina died Saturday evening after a “brief and sudden illness,” at age 71. A post from Wisconsin Republican Senator Ron Johnson said “I am shocked and deeply saddened on the sudden passing of my friend and colleague, Lindsey Graham. He was a true American patriot who blended a wonderful sense of humor with a serious and dedicated sense of duty to our country. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.” Wisconsin Democrat Senator Tammy Baldwin posted “Senator Lindsey Graham devoted decades to public service, including his service in the Air Force and in Congress. I’m keeping his family, his staff, and the people of South Carolina in my thoughts and sending my deepest condolences.”
Wisconsin is joining a multi state lawsuit to block school mental health funding cuts from the Trump administration. The Wisconsin Department of Justice said terminating the grants is projected to cost the University of Wisconsin and Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction approximately 12.5 million dollars. The states are seeking a preliminary injunction to prevent the grants from being terminated.
The Wisconsin State Patrol is set to conduct aerial enforcement across a handful of counties this week. Patrol's will be seen on US 51 in Oneida County on today, I-94 in Jackson County on Tuesday, and WIS 29 in Chippewa County on Thursday. The enforcement process works through coordination between air and ground units.
The
Wisconsin Elections Commission reminds voters not to bet on
elections. With the August primary a month away, commissioners issued
a warning to anyone who wants to place bets with online gambling
services like Polymarket and Kalshi. Under Wisconsin law, betting on
the outcome of an election makes you ineligible to vote in that
election. Commissioner Ann Jacobs says people should be voting for
the best person for the job, not to win some money.
Governor Tony Evers is urging Wisconsin's Congressional delegation to reject President Trump's call to pass the SAVE Act. Evers suggests the act would "undermine Wisconsin's safe, secure elections, disenfranchise voters by creating unnecessary hurdles for eligible Wisconsinites to cast their ballot." He also says this wold bury state and local election officials under "massive, unfunded administrative burdens." There's no word on when Congress will deny or approve the SAVE Act.
Minnesota is receiving more than 400 thousand dollars from a CVS Medicaid overbilling settlement. The payment is part of a 36-and-a-half-million-dollar agreement involving 37 states and the federal government. The settlement resolves allegations that CVS billed Medicaid and other government programs for more insulin than patients were prescribed. CVS says insulin pen billing is complicated and it settled to avoid the cost of litigation. Attorney General Keith Ellison claims CVS knowingly overbilled taxpayers.
The Minnesota State Fair is unveiling several new foods for 2026. The complete list includes three dozen items available for the first time along with nine new vendors. Some food featured are a Pickle Pie, Butter Brew Mustache Pretzel, Dubai Whoopie Pie, Hmong Corndog and more. The Minnesota State Fair runs from August 27th to September 7th. Tickets are 20 dollars for those 13 to 64. Admission is free for children four years of age and under.
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