Author Archives: Mike Leischner
Country Star Cancels Wisconsin State Fair Performance After Cancer Diagnosis
WEST ALIS, WI (WSAU) -- Toby Keith has called off a series of shows as he battles stomach cancer, including his scheduled performance at the Wisconsin State Fair this summer. Organizers announced that...
Jun 13, 2022 fishhawk / CC
Michels to Remain on August Primary Ballot
MADISON, WI (WSAU) -- The Wisconsin Elections Commission has voted to allow Republican Tim Michels to remain on the August primary ballot after throwing out a challenge against his petition that was f...
Jun 10, 2022 Marco Verch Professional Photographer / CC
Governor Evers Calls Special Legislative Session on Abortion
MADISON, WI (WSAU) -- Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers is calling the state Legislature in for a special session on June 22nd to repeal a decades-old Wisconsin law that would take effect should the Supre...
Jun 08, 2022 Governor Tony Evers speaks in Green Bay on May 25th, 2021. (WTAQ/Rob Sussman)
Two Shot During Funeral Service in Racine Cemetery
RACINE, WI (WSAU) -- Several people were shot during a funeral service at a Racine cemetery on Thursday. Police say it happened as Da'Shontay King, Senior was being laid to rest in the facility. One p...
Jun 03, 2022
WBA Foundation Announces 2022 State Race Debate Dates
MADISON, WI (WSAU) -- The Wisconsin Broadcasters' Association Foundation has announced dates for the general election debates in the 2022 Wisconsin Gubernatorial and the U.S. Senate races. Qualifying ...
Jun 01, 2022
Body Pulled from La Crosse River in Monroe County
SPARTA, WI (WSAU) -- A canoer discovered a body in the La Crosse River near Sparta on Friday. Sheriff's officers were called to an area of the river near the Hammer Road Crossing at 12:30 PM. Officers...
May 27, 2022 Police lights. MWC file photo.
Festival Foods, Kwik Trip to Partner on Fuel Discount Program
LA CROSSE, WI (WSAU) -- Two Wisconsin companies are teaming up for a fuel discount program as gas prices continue to climb nationwide and in the Badger state. Skogen's Festival Foods and Kwik Trip are...
May 24, 2022 Kwik Trip. MWC file photo
No Endorsement From State Republicans in Governor's Race
MIDDLETON, WI (WSAU) -- Wisconsin Republicans did not endorse a candidate for Governor or Lieutenant Governor during Saturday's state convention in Middleton. After two ballots Rebecca Kleefisch held ...
May 22, 2022 Republican Party of Wisconsin
Developers Tease Entertainment District, Soccer Stadium for Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE, WI (WSAU) -- Developers announced plans for a new 8,000-seat professional soccer stadium and small concert venue as part of a new entertainment district near Marquette University in Milwauk...
May 20, 2022 Rendering of a new 8,000 seat soccer specific stadium in Milwaukee. Image courtesy: Kahler Slater
Wisconsin GOP Representatives Vote Against $28 Million Baby Formula Bill
WASHINGTON, DC (WSAU) -- Despite opposition from many Republicans, a bill to spend $28 million for increased oversite and distribution of baby formula has passed in the House. Just 12 Republicans vote...
May 19, 2022 osseous / CC
