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July 14 · 1 min
Graham’s Sister Eyes Senate Seat | Eau Claire News
Trump pushes for Graham’s sister to fill Senate seat after his sudden death, sparking a scramble among South Carolina conservatives as a special election looms — with a primary set for July 21 and runoff August 11, as both parties gear up for a high-stakes race in a state where GOP dominance is being tested. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e4fe6e639d68c241
July 14 · 1 min
White House Backs Graham's Russia Sanctions Bill | Eau Claire News
The White House has endorsed a bipartisan sanctions bill aimed at crippling Russia’s economy by giving President Trump unprecedented power to slap tariffs on oil, uranium, and natural gas imports — a move that honors late Senator Lindsey Graham’s long-standing push and signals a rare bipartisan foreign policy breakthrough. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0843cb69e9a3d18d
July 14 · 1 min
Pulitzer-Winning Local News in Wisconsin | Eau Claire News
Pulitzer-winning journalism lives on in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, thanks to the storied Leader-Telegram—a daily newspaper since 1914 that still prints in-house and serves 30,000 readers with award-winning reporting. Owned by Gannett since 1995, it remains a cornerstone of local news, proudly connected to national networks like the AP while staying deeply rooted in the Chippewa Valley. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/aaae60af48f146b6
July 14 · 1 min
ICE Shooting in Maine Sparks Outcry | Eau Claire News
A deadly ICE encounter in Biddeford, Maine, has ignited national alarm — echoing a fatal shooting in Houston just days before. Witnesses say agents yelled, pursued a vehicle, and pulled a bleeding man from his SUV after he reportedly tried to stop them. As FBI investigators arrive and state officials question ICE’s presence in the state, communities mobilize for rallies and support, reigniting fears over federal immigration enforcement and demanding accountability. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a181b515f5cfbbcf
July 14 · 1 min
Your Vote Shapes November's Race | Eau Claire News
Don’t miss this August 11th partisan primary—it’s your chance to pick your party’s November nominees for Governor, Attorney General, Congress, and more. Stay in your lane: crossing party lines voids your vote. Register by July 22nd online or by mail, or head to your clerk’s office before Election Day. This vote shapes your future—make it count. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/607d49e3bc83c881
July 14 · 1 min
Heat Wave Warning: Stay Safe This Week | Eau Claire News
Heat’s hitting 103°F for three straight days—dangerously high. Extreme Heat Warning covers Eau Claire, Chippewa, Dunn, Polk, Barron, Rusk, St. Croix, Pepin, and Pierce until 8 PM Thursday. Heat Advisory also active in Taylor, Clark, and others. Stay indoors during peak heat, hydrate constantly, and protect pets. Nights are cooler—upper 60s. Sunshine and 90s continue Tuesday/Wednesday, then scattered storms possible Friday—but don’t expect a flood. Stay safe, stay cool. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/24d6e98082b889b9
July 14 · 1 min
Beat the Heat Without Breaking the Grid | Eau Claire News
With scorching temps pushing energy demand to new highs, utilities are rolling out smart strategies to keep the power flowing. Co-ops like Eau Claire Energy are enlisting customers in voluntary load management, while Xcel Energy blends power sources and gently asks households to ease up on AC use during peak hours. Simple hacks—like fan tricks, blinds, and clean filters—can slash strain on the grid. And always be ready: pack an emergency kit with batteries, water, and provider contacts just in case. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d73455d7aade57e0
July 14 · 1 min
Man Shoots Dog, Then Fires at Wall | Eau Claire News
Sunday afternoon in Eau Claire turned chaotic when a 29-year-old man, armed and intoxicated, pulled a gun on a dog under a bridge—only to get mobbed by another person who threw soda cans and rocks. In the ensuing chaos, Ramirez fired, hitting a Dollar General wall. Police caught him fleeing, recovered the gun, but the second man vanished—though video proves he wasn’t hit. Ramirez now faces multiple serious charges, including reckless endangerment and being armed while drunk, as authorities race to find the other suspect. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/863ab20bf1e9eb8e
July 13 · 1 min
Pilot Finally Comes Home After 80 Years | Eau Claire News
After 80 years, a WWII pilot’s remains are finally identified — and he’s coming home. First Lieutenant Franklin McKinney vanished in 1944 during a reconnaissance flight over Thailand, presumed dead in 1946, but his bones remained lost until a Thai villager’s memory and a flood-damaged archive led to a breakthrough. In 2022, a painstaking excavation uncovered enough bone fragments to confirm his identity — fulfilling the U.S. military’s solemn vow to never leave a service member behind. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/175b0b77b93ef141
July 13 · 1 min
Heat Dome Returns This Weekend | Eau Claire News
Weather’s heating up fast—mid to upper 80s with sticky humidity this week, but storms are brewing as a weather boundary pushes southeast, bringing scattered thunderstorms Wednesday with a risk for damaging winds. Calm returns Thursday with cooler temps, but Friday’s nice and clear gives way to a major heat dome by Sunday, pushing highs to 90+ and raising concerns for extreme heat next week—especially west of us. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6b21970f54c57a6e
July 13 · 1 min
Award-Winning Local News from Eau Claire | Eau Claire News
A historic, Pulitzer-winning newspaper with deep roots in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the Leader-Telegram has been serving the Chippewa Valley since 1914—now under Gannett since 1995—and continues to deliver award-winning, community-focused journalism right from its local print shop. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/124280650e8c8e94
July 13 · 1 min
Pulitzer-Winning Local News in Wisconsin | Eau Claire News
The Leader-Telegram in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, has been a trusted daily news source since 1914, earning a Pulitzer Prize and multiple awards for its award-winning journalism. Under Gannett since 1995, it prints 30,000 copies daily from its own facility and remains deeply connected to the AP and Wisconsin Newspaper Association — proof that local news done right still matters. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d74e16bcd783671d
July 13 · 1 min
Pulitzer-Winning Paper in Eau Claire | Eau Claire News
A Pulitzer Prize-winning daily newspaper since 1914, the Leader-Telegram in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, delivers serious journalism seven days a week to 30,000 readers — owned by Gannett since 1995 and proudly printing everything locally in their own facility. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/03325b648909bf9d
July 13 · 1 min
U.S. Strikes Iran Over Strait Attacks | Eau Claire News
U.S. launches fresh strikes on Iran to cripple its ability to disrupt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, following Iran’s attacks on merchant vessels — a move that could reignite regional conflict and threaten global energy flows. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/34fb74905fddda30
July 13 · 1 min
Vance Returns to Wisconsin This Week | Eau Claire News
Vice President JD Vance is hitting Wisconsin again this Wednesday, stopping at the 128th Air Refueling Wing in Milwaukee — his latest stop in a pattern of visits to industrial and military sites across the state. He’s already been there twice this year, including a recent trip to a machining plant in Plover and a steel fabrication facility in La Crosse. While details for this Milwaukee appearance remain scarce, expect another dose of political energy as Vance connects with local workers and reinforces his ties to Wisconsin’s manufacturing and defense sectors. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8f9ae26e1932a691
July 13 · 1 min
Four GOP Candidates Clash in Wisconsin | Eau Claire News
Four Republican contenders battle it out in Wisconsin’s 7th District, each pitching distinct visions: Jessi Ebben slashes government overreach and defends rural traditions; Michael Alfonso leans into Trump’s economic agenda to ease family costs; Kevin Hermening brings decades of finance and military experience, stressing readiness for Capitol Hill; Niina Baum champions grassroots values, social security, small farms, and halting AI data centers. They spar on PFAS, foreign policy, and healthcare — all before Democrats take the stage. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/876ba01ecd4bab8e
July 13 · 1 min
Storms on the Horizon This Week | Eau Claire News
July 4th weather was mostly sunny and comfortable, with highs in the mid-80s and light winds. But storms rolled in by Monday night, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms, especially northwest of the Chippewa River. Tuesday saw more scattered storms with rising humidity, and the real threat arrives after midnight Tuesday through Wednesday night as a cold front moves in — with a level one risk for damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain. Calm weather returns by Thursday, with temps warming back toward 90 by the weekend. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5b12c4a088aabc13
July 13 · 1 min
Madison Gospel Run Returns with Inclusive Spirit | Eau Claire News
Get ready for the Madison Gospel 5K, 10K Run/Walk & Health Fair—back for its 8th year on July 11 at Penn Park! This faith-filled, family-focused event unites the community for fitness, fun, and wellness, with a special highlight: Ainsley’s Angels pairing “Angel Runners” with “Angel Riders” to ensure everyone can participate. Inspired by Ainsley Rossiter, a young girl who battled a rare illness, this inclusive initiative shines a light on compassion and togetherness. Races start at 8:15 AM, the health fair runs 8 AM–11:30 AM, and kids’ races and contests add extra excitement. Don’t miss a day packed with spirit, movement, and community love. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/54b6ac49581fef33
July 13 · 1 min
ICE Shooting in Houston Sparks Outcry | Eau Claire News
A Houston man, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, was fatally shot by ICE agents during a traffic stop—his family says he was just working to finish homes and had no criminal record. Witnesses captured video of him crying out in pain as agents detained him and his brother. This tragic incident, the second ICE-related shooting in a week, has ignited national outcry, with activists demanding transparency and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum pledging legal action. The Department of Homeland Security and FBI are now investigating. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/afb473f43b7c0136
July 13 · 1 min
Pulitzer-Winning Local News Legacy | Eau Claire News
For over a century, the Leader-Telegram in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, has been the trusted voice of the Chippewa Valley—earning a Pulitzer Prize and countless other awards for its relentless commitment to local journalism, all while printing daily for 30,000 readers right in their backyard. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7d46cc422fd7ca28