The deteriorating condition of the La Crosse south side community library is leading the city to explore options of renovation. As First News at Nine's Zach Prelutsky explains, the southside renovations could impact more than just those who use the current facility.
The spring thaw is damaging property and flooding basements, so authorities are urging the public to call 2-1-1. Although many rivers are still not at flood stages, officials are trying to estimate how much flooding is costing residents. That way, they can offer relief through reimbursement through FEMA, grants, or loans. In the event of property damage from flooding, call 2-1-1 to report damages, and take pictures of the damages.
The National Weather Service is closely monitoring flooding chances along the Mississippi river and its tributaries, like the Chippewa and Eau Claire rivers. First News at Nine's Jessica Bringe says they've been preparing for flooding for weeks.
A Fall Creek man previously convicted in a false imprisonment and child enticement case now has new - but similar - charges filed against him. 38-year-old Ryan Zimmerman faces nine felony counts connected to alleged sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl. In a complaint filed today, authorities say Zimmerman committed the alleged assaults every time he was drinking alcohol. Zimmerman was found guilty of false imprisonment and child enticement in 2015. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for...
A Division Chief for the City of La Crosse Fire Department is accused of possession of child pornography. 52-year-old Frank Devine was charged today in La Crosse county court with one count possession of child porn. According to the criminal complaint, a tip from the national center for missing and exploited children led to an internet protocol – or IP address - linked to Devine's home. The complaint says Devine has been employed with the City of La Crosse for 19 years.
A nine-year old Tennessee boy appeared ready to spar. Luca Cesternino was blindfolded when he heard his sparring partners voice. He asked "Daddy?" and took off his gloves and blindfold. Sure enough, it was his father, rob, back from deployment. He had been away since early 2018. Both Rob and Luca were awarded honorary black belts.
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DES MOINES - The Historic Court District in downtown Des Moines has teamed up with eight teams traveling to the city to create a home base for fans. Some of the schools alumni associations are hosting pep rallies as well as pre-game parties at their designated establishments.
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