Cruiser theft results in felony counts
An Eau Claire man who authorities say stole a Wisconsin State Patrol cruiser now faces four criminal charges. Joshua J. Robertson, 25, 1202 Omaha St., was charged Friday in Eau Claire County Court with three felony counts of identity theft, operating a motor vehicle without the owner's consent and … Read …
For safety, leave asbestos alone
I recently purchased a home that has asbestos around the duct work. Could this be a health problem for my family? Asbestos can be a health problem, but as long as it is intact and not disturbed, it should not be a problem. The worst thing you can do is …
Anything but taxes: Louisiana’s regular session opens Monday
Only days removed from a contentious, unsuccessful special session, Louisiana's lawmakers are returning for more Monday, kicking off a monthslong stretch of debates in the regular legislative session. The list of topics will be more varied than the prior session's focus on finances. But the state's latest … Read More
Janczak, TCU shut down USC in Dodger Stadium Classic opener
Junior right-hander Jared Janczak scattered five hits over seven shutout innings and struck out eight as fourth-ranked TCU hammered Southern Cal 10-1 in Friday's opener of the Dodger Stadium College Baseball Classic in Los Angeles. Janczak (1-1) picked up his first win in four starts with plenty of bat … Read …
Barnestorming: It may be time to get a haircut
At work, I am assigned to gather news for our website, telegram.com. I no longer write long, beautifully crafted pieces filled with intimate weather facts, interviews with heads of DPWs talking about snow and ice accounts, and police reports about storm-related mayhem on the roads. As a web reporter, … Read …
Surprise Five: Looking at Matt Bush’s role and Jake Diekman’s mechanics
OK. I'll admit it. I committed a cardinal sin within hours of my first day back on the Texas Rangers beat – I referred to the clubhouse as the “locker room.” Sorry, it's those football instincts kicking in and I rightfully caught grief for it. I'll make sure that mistake …
Are the Rangers still committed to Matt Bush being in the rotation?
If the Texas Rangers aren't serious about making him a starter, Matt Bush would like to know sooner than later. Bush made his third start of the spring and lasted just two innings. It wasn't his best effort – he gave up a two-run homer to Eugenio Suarez and walked …
Angler lands heroism award
Photographed along the Black River Thursday, Jim Hornby, right, broke through ice in La Crosse last year and was rescued by friend Dave Mack, who is being recognized by the American Red Cross Wednesday for his heroic efforts. View more photos at LeaderTelegramPhotos.com. Staff photo by Dan … Read More
EC man gets prison for probation violations
An Eau Claire man will spend three years in prison for violating conditions of his probation stemming from a 2016 felony drug conviction. Eau Claire County Judge Jon Theisen ordered Paul K. Strasser, 37, 4112 Mary Place, to spend four years on extended supervision following his release from prison. Read …
Meth found at EC skating center
Eau Claire police found methamphetamine that was left at an Eau Claire roller skating rink Thursday night. According to police: Employees at High Roller Skating Center, 3120 Melby St., located suspected drugs in the jungle gym area of the building at 8:22 p.m. Thursday. The crystal-like substance was … Read More