Dec. 9—No bah humbugs here. Northwest Montana is bursting with holiday cheer this December, and we’ve got the ultimate guide to help you sleigh the season. From the Flathead Wildlife Hunter Celebration to Voctave’s holiday concert, and an epic encore screening of Raising Hell Roaring — The Big Mountain Story, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy … Read more
The man arrested Monday in connection with the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is alleged to have had a type of homemade weapon known as a “ghost gun.” Luigi Mangione, 26, whom police named as a “strong person of interest,” had a “ghost gun that had the capability of firing 9 mm round and a … Read more
CHIPPEWA FALLS — For the third time this year, an arrest warrant has been issued for an Eau Claire man who was charged in February with drunk driving and fleeing officers. Chad Nylen, 45 4900 Olson Dr., was charged in Chippewa County Court with OWI-third offense, fleeing or eluding an officer, resisting or obstructing an … Read more
The holidays are here, and there’s no better way to spread cheer than with delicious gifts that satisfy every palate! Our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide is packed with must-have gourmet treats and foodie favorites that are perfect for friends, family, and even those hard-to-shop-for folks. From decadent chocolates to artisanal snacks and kitchen must-haves, this … Read more
The holidays are here, and there’s no better way to spread cheer than with delicious gifts that satisfy every palate! Our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide is packed with must-have gourmet treats and foodie favorites that are perfect for friends, family, and even those hard-to-shop-for folks. From decadent chocolates to artisanal snacks and kitchen must-haves, this … Read more
CHIPPEWA FALLS — A threat at Chippewa Falls High School caused school to be canceled Monday afternoon, and all extra-curricular activities also were canceled at both the high school and middle school. “We are writing to inform you of an ongoing situation at Chippewa Falls High School,” Superintendent Jeff Holmes wrote to parents in an … Read more
EAU CLAIRE — The city won a court victory against a suit in which Scheels sought tens of thousands of dollars back from its previous property tax bills. The suit, one of many filed by Scheels and similarly-sized companies across the country, claimed Eau Claire’s assessments in 2019, 2020 and 2021 were all significantly overvalued. … Read more
Is today your lucky day? The lottery jackpot was an estimated $20 million with a cash option of $9.7 million for Monday night’s drawing, according to the Powerball website. The jackpot was last won on Dec. when a New York lottery player won a $256 million Powerball jackpot. Meanwhile, the Mega Millions jackpot is at … Read more
Cobb PD releases body camera video, 911 calls from night officer shot, killed family’s dog Cobb County police have released the body camera footage and 911 calls from the night one of its officers shot and killed a family’s dog. The body camera video shows the moment a dog ran out of a house and … Read more
A suspect in connection with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was arrested in Pennsylvania on Monday in possession of a gun and multiple fake IDs, officials said. Luigi Mangione, 26, was arrested at a McDonald’s in Altoona after a customer recognized him from photos that were distributed during the days-long manhunt that followed … Read more