WKBT-TV (La Crosse, WI)

WKBT News 8, the local CBS station in La Crosse, covers western Wisconsin, southeastern Minnesota, and northeast Iowa. Alongside our live TV broadcasts, we provide round-the-clock news updates on our acclaimed website, News8000.com, as well as through our mobile apps for news and weather. We are dedicated to supporting the communities we serve and are proud to be a part of the family-run Morgan Murphy Media group. At WKBT News 8, we emphasize community-driven journalism. Our mission is to deliver accurate information and share the stories that highlight the people and places that make La Crosse an exceptional place to call home.

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Amber Alert issued for missing Idaho teenagers feared to be with religious group in Utah

1 day ago | news8000.com | Rebekah Riess |Kelly McCleary

(CNN) — Idaho State Police have issued an Amber Alert for two missing teenagers believed to be headed to a Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints group in Utah from eastern Idaho. Siblings Allen Larand Fischer, 13, and Rachelle Leray Fischer, 15, were reported missing from Monteview, Idaho, on Sunday and “may be with adult siblings,” the state police said.
JB Pritzker to seek third term as Illinois governor amid 2028 speculation

1 day ago | news8000.com | David Wright |Arlette Saenz

(CNN) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker announced Thursday that he would run for a third term in 2026, amid speculation over his ambitions for the 2028 presidential race, with the release of a campaign launch video featuring sharp criticism of President Donald Trump. “Donald Trump’s made clear he’ll stop at nothing to get his way. I’m not about to stand by and let him tear down all we’re building in Illinois,” Pritzker says, appearing at the geographic center-point of the state.
RFK Jr.’s new CDC advisers to study childhood vaccination schedule, guidelines for hepatitis B, measles shots

1 day ago | news8000.com | Meg Tirrell |Brenda Goodman |Jen Christensen

(CNN) — At the first meeting of a controversial new group of vaccine advisers to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the committee announced new plans to study established vaccine guidelines.
UPDATE: Eau Claire man accused of physically abusing children pleads not guilty

2 days ago | news8000.com | Sam Shilts

[UPDATE]EAU CLAIRE (WKBT) -- An Eau Claire man charged with child abuse has pleaded not guilty. In Eau Claire County court Wednesday, Daniel Tlusty, 41, was arraigned on charges of physical abuse of a child and 2nd degree recklessly endangering safety. Tlusty is accused of disturbing physical punishments of children between 2018 and 2024 as well as allegedly driving drunk and recklessly with children in his vehicle.
Boulder attack suspect charged with federal hate crimes

2 days ago | news8000.com | Hannah S. Rabinowitz

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Eighteen child sex charges filed against two Eau Claire men

2 days ago | news8000.com | Sam Shilts

EAU CLAIRE (WKBT) -- Two Eau Claire men are charged with child sex crimes following a monthslong investigation. James Barbey, 54, and Robert Karstensen, 82, were arrested after multiple victims came forward regarding alleged offenses that took place over the span of several years, according to Eau Claire PD. The two men were neighbors, police said. Barbey is charged with four counts of first degree sexual assault of a child, two counts of incest and one count of exposing genitals.
5 things to know for June 25: US-Iran, DOGE firings, NYC mayoral election, Homeland Security, Heat wave

3 days ago | news8000.com | Jade Walker

(CNN) — American hospitals and utilities are on alert for the possibility of cyberattacks following the US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites last weekend. So far, there haven’t been any new breaches, but hackers linked to Iran have reportedly been talking openly online about retaliation, one cybersecurity expert said. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. 1.
‘A deal I couldn’t pass up’: Teacher sells LeBron rookie card to Tom Brady for $250K after finishing third at Fanatics Games

3 days ago | news8000.com | Andy Scholes

(CNN) — In a weekend filled with star power, sports challenges and high-dollar prizes, one Philadelphia high school teacher stood tall among sports legends. Matt Dennish, a teacher at Red Lion Area High School, finished third in the first-of-its-kind Fanatics Games, held during Fanatics Fest at New York City’s Javits Center. The sports collecting event, created by Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin, drew more than 125,000 fans and this year featured a groundbreaking “pros vs. joes” format.
5 things to know for June 24: Israel-Iran, Immigration ruling, Trump megabill, NYC mayoral race, Credit scores

3 days ago | news8000.com | Jade Walker

(CNN) — When the weather maps are colored in bright yellow, orange and red, you just know it’s going to be a scorcher. To avoid overheating on a hot summer day, here are 14 ways to stay cool — even without air conditioning. Here’s what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and On with Your Day. 1.
Heavy traffic expected for Blue Ox Music Festival in Eau Claire this week

4 days ago | news8000.com | Sam Shilts

EAU CLAIRE (WKBT) -- Pack your patience if you are commuting in the area of Crescent Avenue later this week. Heavy traffic is expected for the Blue Ox Music Festival, running Thursday through Saturday. The Eau Claire County Sheriff's Office says commuters who normally use Crescent Avenue on the City's southwestern side may want to use an alternate route.