WSAU-AM (Wausau , WI)

WSAU (550 AM) is a radio station that airs a News/Talk format, catering to the Wausau, Wisconsin area. It is also broadcasted on WSAU-FM 99.9 in Stevens Point, which is licensed to Rudolph. The station is operated by Midwest Communications and includes two local morning talk shows, along with local news updates and hourly news from Fox News Radio.

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Mayors Monday: Wausau’s Doug Diny

3 days ago | wsau.com | Mike Leischner

WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) — Wausau Mayor Doug Diny says operations at the city’s temporary overnight shelter located in the basement of First United Methodist Church have been smooth. Diny spent time helping with registration and other check-in operations during the first few days at the shelter. “I’m extremely impressed with the Police Department for standing this up and the volunteers that we’ve gotten.
Newsroom blog: What’s coming up for May 12th

3 days ago | wsau.com | Mike Leischner

The Wausau Human Resources Committee will debate operating hours for City Hall on Monday. City leaders want more feedback on reduced Friday hours after a 2024 pilot study showed a better work-life balance and morale without interrupting services. They’d like to conduct another study this summer before a final decision is made.
Pope Leo tells cardinals they must continue ‘precious legacy’ of Pope Francis

5 days ago | wsau.com | Joshua J. McElwee

By Philip Pullella and Joshua McElweeVATICAN CITY (Reuters) -Pope Leo XIV signaled on Saturday he would continue with the vision and reforms of Pope Francis, telling the world’s Catholic cardinals the late pontiff left a “precious legacy” that they must continue. In his first meeting with all the cardinals since his election as pontiff on May 8, Leo also asked the senior clerics to renew their commitment to major Church reforms enacted by the landmark Second Vatican Council in the 1960s.
New Jersey mayor arrested after illegally entering a US immigration detention center, prosecutor says

5 days ago | wsau.com | Thomas Schumacher

(Reuters) -The Democratic mayor of Newark, New Jersey, who is running to be the state’s governor, was arrested on Friday after refusing to leave a federal immigration detention center, the top federal prosecutor in New Jersey said in a statement posted on X.
Brewers DFA Third Baseman Vinny Capra; Recall Pitcher Bryan Hudson & Third Baseman Andruw Monasterio

5 days ago | wsau.com | Thomas Schumacher

MILWAUKEE, WI (WSAU) – The Milwaukee Brewers announced three roster moves on Friday afternoon as they prepare to begin their weekend series against the Tampa Bay Rays. According to a post from the team on X, third baseman Vinny Capra, who holds a .074 batting average with just four hits in 54 at-bats this season, has been designated for assignment, and left-handed relief pitcher Bryan Hudson and third baseman Andruw Monasterio have been called up to the majors from Triple-A Nashville.
Analysis: Packers Will Have The 6th Toughest Strength Of Schedule During 2025 Season

5 days ago | wsau.com | Thomas Schumacher

GREEN BAY, WI (WSAU) – The Green Bay Packers may be one of the league’s youngest teams, but a new analysis has found that their 2025 season schedule will be one of the toughest. According to Caesars Sportsbook, the Packers’ 2025 strength of schedule is ranked sixth overall in the league, trailing four other NFC teams, including their division rivals, the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions.
Former Wisconsin Rapids Youth Pastor Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault of a Child

5 days ago | wsau.com | Mike Leischner

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI (WSAU) — A former Wisconsin Rapids youth pastor has pleaded guilty to repeated sexual assault of the same child. James Lane, who now resides in Colorado, entered the plea last month for one felony count and now faces up to 40 years in prison and $100,000 in fines. Lane was a Youth Pastor at Faith Reformed Church in Wisconsin Rapids when the crimes occurred.
Thursday High School Scoreboard and Friday Schedule

6 days ago | wsau.com | Tom King

WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) — Here is Thursday’s scoreboard & today’s schedule: Baseball Wausau East 10 Merrill 0 Stevens Point 14 Wausau West 2 Wisconsin Rapids 7 Marshfield 3 Witt/Birn 13 Manawa 0 Rapids Assumption 15 Wausau Newman 4 Marathon 6 Auburndale 5 Edgar 10 Stratford 4 Athens 11 Chequamegon 1 Gilman 12 Marshfield Columbus 11 Amherst 29 Menominee Nation 1 Pittsville 10 Rosholt 0 Westfield 2 Nekoosa 0 Softball Lakeland 10 Tomahawk 0 Stevens Point 23 Wausau East 2 Marshfield 11 Wausau West 3...
Badger Teams Add Transfers

6 days ago | wsau.com | Tom King

Wisconsin Badgers MADISON, WI (WSAU) — Both the Wisconsin football team and mens basketball team added players on Thursday. The football team announced the signing of offensive lineman Davis Heinzen. The Manitowoc native started 36 games for Central Michigan over the past three seasons. The mens basketball team officially added forward Aleksas Bieliauskas from Lithuania. He averaged over 12 points and nearly seven rebounds a game playing in Lithuania last season
Price County Issues BOLO for Missing Man

6 days ago | wsau.com | Mike Leischner

OGEMA, WI (WSAU) — The Price County Sheriff’s Office has issued a be on the lookout for a 32-year-old man. Jesse Yanske was last seen near Fawn Avenue and State Highway 13 in Taylor County, and there is concern for his safety. Residents in the area should check their trail cameras and security cameras for any signs of Yankse. He is described as 6’3″, 170 pounds, with blue eyes and brown hair. Officers did not provide a description of his clothing.