WLAX-TV (La Crosse, WI)

WLAX is the Fox-affiliated TV station serving Western Wisconsin, with its license based in La Crosse. It transmits a high-definition digital signal on UHF channel 17, which is also accessible as virtual channel 25.1 through PSIP. Its transmitter is located in La Crescent, Minnesota, close to the studios of ABC affiliate WXOW. The station is owned by Nexstar Broadcasting Group and operates from its studios at Interchange Place in La Crosse, conveniently situated at the crossroads of I-90, US 53, WIS 35, and Rose Street. WLAX features a variety of syndicated shows, including popular titles like The Big Bang Theory, Two and a Half Men, Modern Family, and Judge Judy, among others.

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La Crosse Family YMCA continues to feed families in need during the summer months

2 days ago | wiproud.com | Steven Walker

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – The La Crosse Area Family YMCA is continuing to provide for families in need with their Summer Food program. Summer Food provides free meals, seven days a week, to children who are 18 and under in multiple locations around the La Crosse area. The main goal of the program is to address food insecurities that crop up during the summer months.
La Crosse Police reminds the community of firework dangers

2 days ago | wiproud.com | Steven Walker

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – The 4th of July is right around the corner and the La Crosse Police Department wants to get the word out about fireworks in the community. The department says, in the past, fireworks that were set off illegally have had negative impacts on members of the community, including those with PTSD, autism or dementia.
Eau Claire City Council working on upcoming Capital Improvement Plan

2 days ago | wiproud.com | StormSolymallshop NowUndo |StormSolymallshop Now |Steven Walker

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Two Eau Claire men are facing several counts of sexual assault of a child

2 days ago | wiproud.com | Steven Walker

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – After a months-long investigation, the Eau Claire Police Department has arrested 54-year-old James Barbey and 82-year-old Robert Karstensen. The two Eau Claire men are now facing several charges for sexual assault against children. Officials say multiple victims came forward with information, and interviews by detectives identified additional victims.
Hearing loss linked to dementia: an interview with Dr. Rebecca Younk

3 days ago | wiproud.com | Steven Walker

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month. There are numerous efforts across the country to bring awareness to the disease that affects more than 7 million Americans and their families. A recent study found that 32% of dementia cases in older adults may be linked to hearing loss. It has long been studied and believed that keeping your mind active as you age will help to stave off dementia and its effects.
Dairy cattle to be tested for avian flu at Wisconsin Fairs for 2nd year

3 days ago | wiproud.com | Steven Walker

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – For the 2nd year in a row, lactating dairy cattle will be tested for avian flu before they are shown at Wisconsin fairs. So far, there have been no positive avian flu cases that have been transmitted to dairy in Wisconsin. However, that doesn’t mean it couldn’t happen. That is why officials are putting extra precautions in place. For lactating dairy cattle to be shown at fairs, they will need to have a negative result for avian flu ten days before the fair.
Man arrested in La Crosse County found with over 100 grams of cocaine

3 days ago | wiproud.com | Steven Walker

Posted: Jun 25, 2025 / 09:02 AM CDT Updated: Jun 25, 2025 / 09:02 AM CDT HOLMEN, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – The Holmen Police Department reports a man arrested in La Crosse County over the weekend was found with more than 100 grams of cocaine. The department said officers made a traffic stop around Highway 53 and Sylvester Road early Saturday morning, June 21st.
Jackson County arson suspect sentenced to 4.5 years in prison

3 days ago | wiproud.com | Steven Walker

BLACK RIVER FALLS, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – The man charged in connection to a series of Jackson County wildfires has been sentenced to prison time. Court records show 46-year-old Daniel Johnson, of Black River Falls, was sentenced to 4.5 years in prison and 4.5 years extended supervision. Jackson was found guilty on three counts of intentionally setting fire to another’s land.
Former UWL Chancellor, Joe Gow, gets day in court next summer

3 days ago | wiproud.com | Steven Walker

MADISON, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – Former UW La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow will have his day in court next summer. A federal jury trial has been set for June 22nd, 2026, in Gow’s lawsuit against the UW Board of Regents. Gow filed the lawsuit in January. Gow claims the UW Board of Regents violated his First Amendment rights when they terminated his tenure and fired him as a professor in September of 2024.
Pets of the Week: Coulee Region Humane Society - Diamond

3 days ago | wiproud.com | Steven Walker

ONALASKA, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – Meet Diamond, a 3-year-old Collie mix who is current on vaccinations, heartworm tested and microchipped. This affectionate lady is athletic and happy! Her friends at the humane society say that she is full of happy energy with a “wiggle butt!”Diamond is pretty good at keeping her kennel clean but not need a little patience when transitioning to her new home.