This is your WCFW Daily News Roundup for 105-7 CFW in Chippewa Falls and 93-5 The Tap in Eau Claire.
For 105-7 CFW News, I'm James Kelly.
With Labor Day weekend now in the rearview mirror, the Eau Claire City County Health Department is reminding residents that it will no longer be testing water quality at local beaches every week.
Health Department officials are urging residents to continue using caution if they plan on hitting the water a few more times this year, reminding them that harmful algae blooms can continue into the fall with warmer weather still hanging around.
The reminder also comes after the Health Department closed Lake Altoona Beach during the holiday weekend after testing by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and Department of Natural Resources confirmed high levels of harmful algae toxins.
Since they won't be able to check test results online anymore, residents should keep an eye out for signs of harmful algae bloom in the water, including a streaky and discolored appearance, green chunks floating just beneath the surface, or the appearance of a mat or film over the surface of the water.
Exposure to harmful algae blooms can lead to symptoms like nausea, stomach issues, or skin and respiratory irritation.
Eau Claire Labor Leaders and elected officials gathered at Phoenix Park on Monday for their annual Labor Day celebration.
The yearly Labor Fest event is meant to celebrate working people in the area, highlighting the importance of labor unions as a force for political change and improved working conditions like the 5-day 40-hour work week.
The event featured food, games, raffles, and other activities for families to enjoy, and also served as an opportunity for a variety of local organizations to share important information for working class families like upcoming elections.
The Alzheimer's Association is inviting Barron County residents to the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's event next month.
According to a press release, the fundraiser will take place on October 3rd at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire Barron County campus in Rice Lake.
The event will be open to the public at 8.30 a.m.
with an opening ceremony before the walk begins at 10 a.m.
There will also be a free family grill out for participants at the Rice Lake Harley Davidson following the walk.
Interested residents can register for the event on the Alzheimer's Association website.
For 1057 CFW News, I'm James Kelly.
For Civic Media News, I'm Melissa Kay.
Authorities are investigating the cause of a fire at a student high rise in Madison.
The blaze broke out early Saturday at the Domain Building in the 400 block of West Jackson Street.
Crews learned a cart in the hallway outside the trash room caught fire.
No injuries were reported and no one was displaced.
Average gas prices fell 1 cent per gallon over the last week, the state average on Tuesday landing at 380 per gallon.
This is 4.9 cents lower than a month ago, but well over 84 cents per gallon higher than this time last year.
The national average price of diesel increased 29.7 cents from last week to stand at 587 per gallon.
Gas-buddy officials say diesel surged in every state, with some jumping nearly 50 cents per gallon in just seven days and breaking the prior all-time high of 582 set in 2022.
Officials at gas-buddy say diesel prices of $6 per gallon are now a realistic possibility in the weeks ahead if Ukraine's attacks on Russian refining infrastructure keep knocking capacity offline.
The national average price of gasoline on Labor Day also set a new all-time record of 409 per gallon.
This is 26 cents higher than the previous record set on Labor Day in 2012.
Gas-buddy officials say, until the global refining supply picture meaningfully improves, diesel prices face continued upward pressure.
Gasoline prices, however, may seasonally slow in the weeks ahead.
New federal funding could keep career services available for thousands in Wisconsin with disabilities.
Governor Evers says the state received just over $11 million for vocational rehabilitation programs.
The services can include job training, employment support, and help for employers on disability-related workplace issues.
The governor criticized lawmakers for earlier funding levels that led to a wait list.
A vested woman is facing multiple felony fraud and theft charges.
This comes after local and state investigators uncovered a years-long embezzlement scheme totaling nearly $1 million from a Schofield real estate management company.
Court documents say 66-year-old Lynn Loss, who worked as an independent contractor, bookkeeper, and trustee for the company, funneled over $928,000 in unauthorized payments to herself and her private company.
She's facing multiple charges and is set to appear in court September 10th.
The televised gubernatorial debate scheduled for October 9th has been canceled.
This, according to the WBA Foundation, which has hosted a televised debate in every Wisconsin gubernatorial and U.S.
Senate contest since 1990.
According to the release on Tuesday, the WBA Foundation said multiple candidates must agree to participate in order to air a debate.
Two invitations were sent, but both were not accepted.
David Crowley's campaign manager said Crowley had accepted the invitation and was looking forward to participating.
Currently, the only confirmed debate will happen on October 21 at Marquette University Law School.
Wisconsin's technical colleges are looking for $168 million in new state funding, saying the money would help meet urgent workforce needs.
The approved request includes almost 60 million for general operations and 23 million for adult basic education.
It also sets aside money for job training grants, college level programs for high school students, and cybersecurity upgrades.
A new bridge connecting Crawford County, Wisconsin and Lansing, Iowa will be opening ahead of schedule.
The old bridge closed traffic in October of last year.
The new bridge had been expected to open in the spring of 2027, but officials say the work is being completed ahead of schedule and the new bridge will open to traffic in November.
The number of people infected by the Cyclospora parasite continues to increase, despite reaching the end of the U.S.
Cyclosporosis season on August 31.
The CDC says it can take about six weeks to receive reports of new cases, and they'll continue identifying and investigating beyond the season.
From May 1 to August 31, over 18,000 laboratory-confirmed cases were reported by the CDC.
More than 13,000 additional cases are not yet confirmed or are awaiting patient interview and submission to the CDC.
In comparison, only 1,180 cases were reported in 2025 from May to August.
The number of cases being reported by state health departments are much higher, with Michigan being the highest.
As of September 6, over 14,700 cases were reported in neighboring Michigan.
Wisconsin numbers are much lower at 284, updated as of August 26.
Health officials recommend seeking medical attention if you believe you're experiencing symptoms of cyclospora infection.
These include abdominal pain, watery diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, body aches, and fatigue.
Symptoms can develop between 2 and 14 days after exposure and can last for a month or more with a possibility of reoccurrence if not treated.
In other health-related news, measles is spreading in southwestern Wisconsin.
The state's health department is reporting 136 confirmed and six probable cases as of September 4th.
The current outbreak is located in Grant, Iowa and Lafayette counties.
DHS is coordinating with county health departments to identify and notify people who may have been exposed to this highly contagious virus.
Measles can cause serious health complications, including pneumonia, brain damage, and deafness and can sometimes be deadly.
One in four people who get measles in the U.S.
will be hospitalized.
And that's your state news update.
I'm Melissa Kaye for Civic Media News.
Another comeback victory for the crew.
Hi, I'm Mike Clemens with Sports Baseball.
The Brewers and Cubs wrapping up their three game series tonight at Ampham Field.
Logan Henderson on the mound from Milwaukee.
The Brewers with a dramatic four to three win last night.
Maurice Laura with a single to drive in the winning run in the bottom of the 10th.
Jackson Churio with a two run homer in the ninth to send it into extra innings.
Manager Pat Murphy.
He loves it.
You know, he loves it and stays after it, believes in himself.
you know, he knows how capable he is and we've seen it all too much in his first three years.
A frustrated Craig Council in the Cubs clubhouse asked about sound Freelick's pop fly left field to load the bases.
Did you think one guy had a better angle or just right place?
No, no, no, I meant no, I meant like did you feel like
NFL the Packers back at practice installing the game plan for Sunday's game in Minnesota against the Vikings kickoff at 325 with sports on Mike Clemens
It is going to be sunny today with a high in the low 80s this afternoon tonight Mostly clear will drop to the low to mid 50s tomorrow
Mostly sunny with a high in the mid to upper 70s.
I'm meteorologist Sean
Cable.
Currently, it is 66.