News across Marathon County
Today in History: Today is Tuesday, Sept. 29, the 272nd day of 2026.
On this date: In 1986 ,"Designing Women" TV comedy debuts on CBS.
Report: Wisconsin could make up taxes lost to data center incentives
Here’s what the report found — and what the data center boom could mean for Wisconsin communities and your utility bill.
Federal immigration policy may be worsening Wisconsin’s caregiver shortage, leaders say
Wisconsin’s caregiver shortage could deepen as immigration policy changes cut off overseas hiring pipelines and force some long-term care workers out of their jobs.
Wausau weather for Tuesday and Wednesday
Wausau weather for Tuesday and Wednesday
Why fuel prices may go higher still
From record diesel prices to higher costs for trucking, groceries and everyday goods, Americans could soon feel an even bigger squeeze.
Wisconsin hunting, trapping seasons begin opening throughout October
Wisconsin hunters and trappers will see a busy October, with seasons for deer, ducks, pheasants, grouse, bobcats and other game opening throughout the month.
Packers signing veteran OL Mekhi Becton to practice squad
The Packers are bringing in some BIG help up front.
Today in History: Today is Monday, Sept. 28, the 271st day of 2026.
By The Associated Press Today in history: On Sept. 28, 1928, Scottish medical researcher Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin, the first broadly effective antibiotic. Also on this date: In 1781, American forces in the Revolutionary War, backed by a French fleet, began their…
Wausau weather for Monday and Tuesday
Wausau Pilot & Review Today Patchy fog before 10am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 76. Calm wind. Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. Light south southeast wind. Tuesday Increasing clouds, with a high near 72. Light south southeast wind becoming south 5 to 10…
Daily Poll for September 28, 2026: Extending TIDs for Housing
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…
The Conversation U.S. weekly news quiz
Fritz Holznagel, The Conversation We hope you’ve enjoyed this quiz from our quizmaster, Fritz Holznagel, a past winner of the Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions. If you have feedback on the quiz, please send us an email at us.quiz@theconversation.com. Fritz Holznagel, Quizmaster,…
Wisconsin Yard & Garden: Plan now for spring flower shows
Spring-flowering bulbs providing dependable splashes of color are a welcome sight as winter fades. Now is the time to plan for a dazzling landscape display next spring. Following just a few simple guidelines for planting this fall provides great color every spring! Bulbs…