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Wisconsin 24, Penn State 20 | 5 immediate takeaways from Week 4 upset
UNIVERSITY PARK, PA – Wisconsin scored an epic comeback victory in Happy Valley. The Badgers rallied from a 17-point deficit to defeat No. 13 Penn State 24-20 on Sept. 26 at Beaver Stadium in the Big Ten opener for both teams. Colton Joseph overcame three interceptions, including…
Today in History: Today is Sunday, Sept. 27, the 270th day of 2026.
By The Associated Press Today in history: On Sept. 27, 1996, the Taliban, the extremist Islamic movement in Afghanistan, drove the government of President Burhanuddin Rabbani out of Kabul, the capital, and executed former President Najibullah. Also on this date: In 1779, John…
Daily Poll for September 27, 2026: Halloween Decorations Timeline
Wausau Pilot & Review Start your morning by weighing in on the day’s question. Our Poll of the Day is an informal, unscientific snapshot of reader opinion. We’ll publish the results in a weekly roundup — so be sure to watch for the answers. Have an idea for a future poll…
Wausau weather for Sunday and Monday
Wausau Pilot & Review Today A chance of sprinkles between 10am and 11am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 67. Light and variable wind. Tonight Patchy fog between 9pm and 4am. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 53. Calm wind. Monday Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Calm…
Woman rescued from Wisconsin River in downtown Wausau
A woman was safely rescued from the Wisconsin River in downtown Wausau Saturday evening after callers reported she was clinging to a buoy near the Scott Street Bridge.
Homelessness strategy update, business extensions on Wausau Public Health and Safety agenda
Wausau officials will hear an update Monday on a joint city-county homelessness plan and consider extension requests from two Stewart Avenue businesses.
Kronenwetter maps $30.6 million in projects in first 10-year capital plan
Kronenwetter’s first long-range capital plan outlines $30.6 million in projects over 10 years, including a new water tower and $1.9 million in proposed borrowing for 2027.
‘This may just be the end’: Wisconsin farmers struggle to afford diesel during harvest season
By Beatrice Lawrence- Wisconsin Public Radio Wisconsin farmer Joel Greeno can hardly afford to run his farm. As the owner of 160 acres in Kendall, Wisconsin, he’s had to take on a large amount of credit card debt to afford the equipment and fuel to grow, harvest and transport his…
Wisconsin farmers look to Congress for farm bill certainty
USA TODAY NETWORK With two members serving on the House Agriculture Committee, Wisconsin farmers and agribusinesses have a unique opportunity to help shape agricultural policy in Washington. Derrick Van Orden, Wisconsin’s Third District Congressman, represents portions of all of…
Your letters: Wausau needs focused audits, not a sweeping review
Wausau resident Orlando Alfonso argues the city should pursue targeted, department-by-department audits rather than Mayor Doug Diny’s proposed citywide organizational review.
Wausau School District budget hearing set for Monday
Wausau School District officials will present a proposed $118.3 million general fund budget and projected $45.8 million tax levy Monday at the district’s annual budget hearing.
Kronenwetter garbage fee could climb again as diesel surcharges mount
Kronenwetter households could pay $37 to $43 more for garbage and recycling in 2027, with diesel surcharges driving most of the proposed increase.