WQOW-TV (Eau Claire, WI)

WQOW is the ABC-affiliated TV station serving the Chippewa Valley region in Western Wisconsin. Based in Eau Claire, it transmits a high-definition digital signal on UHF channel 15, which appears as virtual channel 18.1 due to PSIP. The station's transmitter is located at the studios of its competitor, NBC station WEAU, on South Hastings Way in Altoona. Owned by Quincy Newspapers, WQOW operates from its facilities on Friedeck Road in Eau Claire, with a postal address of WIS 93, situated south of I-94.

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Eau Claire broadcasting community remembers Mike "Sully" Sullivan

1 day ago | wqow.com | Toby Mohr

EAU CLAIRE (WQOW) - The local broadcasting world is remembering the legacy of one of its own. Legendary broadcaster Mike Sullivan passed away Monday after a battle with leukemia. He was 75 years old. "Sully" was the voice of Chippewa Valley news and sports on WBIZ and local iHeart Radio stations for over 40 years, earning a place in the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association hall of fame. His voice called countless local games for generations of high school and college athletes.
Pope Francis’ body lies in state for 3 days of public viewing at St. Peter’s Basilica ahead of funeral

1 day ago | wqow.com | Caitlin Danaher |Christopher Lamb |Lauren Kent |Antonia Mortensen

Vatican City (CNN) — The body of Pope Francis is lying in state in St. Peter’s Basilica, where it will remain for three days until his funeral Saturday, expected to be attended by world leaders including US President Donald Trump.
GoFundMe created for Chippewa Valley tool lending library

2 days ago | wqow.com | Toby Mohr

UPDATE (WQOW) - A GoFundMe has been created to get a tool lending library off the ground in the Chippewa Valley. A group of people from Eau Claire want to create a place where tools can be borrowed and shared - for free. According to the donation site, they're looking to raise $10,500. The money will be used to secure a location, non-profit status, as well as insurance, software, and marketing materials. You can donate to the fundraiser here.
New book by UWEC professor shares JFK's history in western Wisconsin

4 days ago | wqow.com | Toby Mohr

EAU CLAIRE (WQOW) - A new book by a UW-Eau Claire professor explores western Wisconsin's connection to President John F. Kennedy. UW-Eau Claire English professor BJ Hollars is the author of "Wisconsin For Kennedy" which follows the 1960 Democratic primary in Wisconsin between Kennedy and Minnesota Senator Hubert Humphrey.
Oakleaf raises Donate Life flag to honor Altoona OR nurse and organ donor

4 days ago | wqow.com | Toby Mohr

ALTOONA (WQOW) - A local OR nurse is using his final act to keep saving lives. Oakleaf Surgical Hospital in Altoona raised the Donate Life flag in honor of their friend and co-worker Chad Weston. Chad was a nurse in the operating room at Oakleaf. He passed away last week after several days in a coma with brain swelling. Chad was an organ and tissue donor and, even now, he continues to give life to patients. "I think it's very fitting.
Michelle Trachtenberg spoke out about health speculation before her death

4 days ago | wqow.com | Lisa Respers France

(CNN) — A year before she passed away, actress Michelle Trachtenberg sought to let her supporters know she was in good health. Her message is being revisited on social media by some of her followers in light of news Wednesday regarding her cause of death at age 39. Trachtenberg, who starred in“Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” died on February 26 in Manhattan as a result of complications from diabetes mellitus, according to a spokesperson for the New York City Office of the Medical Examiner.
'Makes my heart smile': Volunteers serve free Easter meal at Hope Gospel Mission

5 days ago | wqow.com | Toby Mohr

EAU CLAIRE (WQOW) - Some in Eau Claire are using the Easter weekend to help out their neighbors in the community. Hope Gospel Mission served hundreds of free Easter meals in Eau Claire Saturday. For volunteers like Jess Hoesly, making those meals is anything but a chore. "It makes my heart smile really," she said. Hoesly helped serve meals at Hope Gospel for the first time this Easter. "I love the opportunity to help others within the community and giving back," she said.
Be 'bear aware' this spring

6 days ago | wqow.com | Toby Mohr

EAU CLAIRE (WQOW) - Spring is here and we're starting to see bears and other wildlife around the Chippewa Valley. Jenna Fastner, a captive wildlife health specialist with the Wisconsin DNR says this is the time of year to be 'bear aware'. Bears are usually looking for food, so make sure garbage cans are closed and secured and avoid leaving any food or pet food outside. "Even outdoor grills can be one of those things that they are attracted to," Fastner said.
Grantsburg child found safe, suspect arrested in kidnapping investigation

6 days ago | wqow.com | Toby Mohr

BURNETT COUNTY (WQOW) - A four-year-old child is safe, and a suspect has been arrested in a reported kidnapping case in Burnett County Friday. According to a press release from Grantsburg Police Chief Jared Woody, police were notified Friday morning before 8 a.m. that a four-year-old child was taken from Grantsburg by a family member, who drove away at a high rate of speed. The family member was identified as 45-year-old Kelly Neuman.
Gloomy conditions expected today; several more rain chances in the forecast after today

6 days ago | wqow.com | Austin Haskins

From 18 Storm Track Meteorologist Austin HaskinsWe'll be dealing with gloomy and showery conditions in the forecast for our Friday as the latest system moves through. Going forward, the weather pattern will continue to support several more rain chances over the next week or so after today. CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS! Send weather and pet photos here