Wausau weather for Friday and Saturday Wausau Pilot & Review Today Sunny, with a high near 13. West northwest wind 7 to 10 mph. Tonight A 20 percent chance of snow after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 7. Northwest wind 3 to 6 mph. Saturday A 30 percent chance of snow, mainly before 3pm.…

The Wausau Economic Development Committee will consider a one-year extension of TID 7 for affordable housing, a decision with implications for housing projects and the city’s future budget.

This week's felony charges and initial appearances in Marathon County Circuit Court:

What Wisconsin voters should know: Under a new USPS rule, mail ballots may not be postmarked the day they’re dropped off. Officials recommend mailing ballots at least a week early.

Most of our resolutions fail. Even within the first weeks after New Year’s Eve, the majority of people have given up on them.

A new federal rural health fund is sending hundreds of millions of dollars to states. Wisconsin’s first-year share totals about $203.7 million.

Police are asking for the public’s help to find 14-year-old Alexandria J. Kuntz, who was reported missing in Rusk County. A statewide alert has been issued.

This move enables Green Bay to boost its injury-riddled secondary by taking a chance on a two-time Pro Bowl selection seeking a career reset.

On this date: In 1986, 40 years ago, Happy New Year, Charlie Brown! premiered on CBS.

Bucks: Host Charlotte on Friday.

Wausau weather for New Year’s Day and Friday Wausau Pilot & Review New Year's Day Snow likely, mainly before 3pm. Cloudy and cold, with a high near 8. West wind 7 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch…

This show showcases the talents of Wausau actors as six women come together to raise money for a man they all loved.

Wonderful news!

"... WisconsinEye needs to raise $250,000 (three months of its operating budget) to bridge the financial gap and allow state Capitol programming to resume." - Jon Henkes, president and CEO of WisconsinEye

She's sweet. She's playful. And she'd love to be a part of your family.

The bottom line: Know your plants. Know the growing conditions. And know your climate zone.

Here’s a look at some of those events around the nation:

The clinic offers no-charge, primary care services to low income, uninsured people in central Wisconsin.

The world said goodbye to these notable names in 2025.

Pfender scores 25 points for Newman Catholic, which ends three-game losing skid.

On this date: In 1904, New York’s Times Square saw its first New Year’s Eve celebration, with an estimated 200,000 people in attendance.

Data centers are driving a rapid buildout of new power transmission lines across the country — but in rural Wisconsin, the stakes are local. In Waldo, residents worry the infrastructure needed to power nearby data centers could threaten wells, wetlands and waterways.

Tuesday's boys scores.

Cardinals improve to 4-6, surpass win total from last season.

Girls basketball scores from around the state.

Pierce knocks in game-winner for the Bluejacks, who pick up second victory of the season.

Wausau weather for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day Wausau Pilot & Review Today A slight chance of snow before noon, then a chance of flurries between noon and 2pm. Cloudy, with a temperature falling to around 10 by 5pm. Northwest wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of…

Farmers across the central US have navigated a myriad of challenges this year, including low crop prices and federal funding cuts.

How to practice loving-kindness meditation

Wausau’s NYE goes all out! Late-night parties, drinks, music, and midnight vibes — start 2026 right!

JUST IN: An early-morning house fire on Wausau’s southeast side has turned fatal. Officials say unsafe handling of smoking materials caused the blaze. Here's what we know:

An Alabama man accused of strangling and sexually assaulting a woman in a Wausau hotel room in 2023 pleaded guilty Monday, canceling a jury trial and setting the case for sentencing early next year.

What we know so far about a crash and a shutdown on Hwy. 51:

So as you pour a nice cold one during the winter holidays, here are a few things to think about.

Two recent Wausau house fires were caused by space heaters used incorrectly — one placed too close to combustibles, another plugged into multiple power strips. Fire officials say a few simple steps can prevent a devastating winter fire.

On this date: In 1963, Congress authorizes Kennedy half dollar, in honor of John F. Kennedy.

Girls basketball scores.

Boys prep basketball scores

Bucks: Host the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.

Wausau weather for Tuesday and Wednesday Wausau Pilot & Review Today A chance of flurries before 9am, then snow likely, mainly after 4pm. Cloudy, with a high near 15. West southwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Total daytime snow accumulation of less than a half inch…

DePuydt, Jones both score twice for the Warriors, who improve to 10-1. West plays Chippewa Falls on Tuesday night at three-day tournament.

A familiar face: Kevin Hermening will file Tuesday to run for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District in 2026, joining several GOP and Democratic contenders in the open-seat race.

In a letter to the editor, Keene Winters explains his reasons for running for his former aldermanic seat on the Wausau City Council:

Obituaries are a community service courtesy of Helke and Brainard Funeral Homes.

This is the second distribution of gift cards in 2025.

Her impact on beauty standards and French national identity was profound. At her peak, she rivalled Marilyn Monroe in global fame and recognition.

The group made 30 lasagnas that will be delivered to households in need.

Portage County says its phone system is temporarily down due to a carrier outage. Residents are asked to use the county website or visit offices in person and to contact the Sheriff’s Office only for emergencies.

Candidate filings are picking up across central Wisconsin, including a bid by former alder Keene Winters to return to the Wausau City Council.

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