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Pet of the Week: Jakey, a beagle/basset mix Last Updated: 7:49 AM 07/09/09 - A beagle basset mix is our pet of the week. (Full Story)
Medical Moments: Migraines affecting cancer, record-setting transplant and new anthrax drug Last Updated: 7:48 AM 07/09/09 - Women who suffer from migraines appear to have a reduced risk for breast cancer. In other health news, a record-setting series of kidney transplants just finished this week involving 4 cities, 8 kidney recipients, 8 donors, and over 100 medical professionals. Also, anthrax drug researchers have developed a new tool that could be used in the event of an anthrax attack. (Full Story)
Several Greenpeace members arrested for hanging banner on Mt. Rushmore Last Updated: 7:21 AM 07/09/09 - Park rangers arrested a dozen Greenpeace members at Mount Rushmore after they draped a banner over the monument. (Full Story)
Steve McNair shot 4 times by his girlfriend Last Updated: 7:20 AM 07/09/09 - As fans of former Tennessee Titan quarterback Steve McNair prepare to say good-bye at two memorials on Thursday, Nashville police confirmed that he was murdered. (Full Story)
Predicting people's social security numbers becoming easier Last Updated: 5:21 AM 07/09/09 - It might be easier for crooks to figure out your social security number than once thought. A new study shows an easy way for identity thieves to predict people's social security number. (Full Story)
Medical Moments: Biological factors causing cancer and strengthened food standards Last Updated: 9:22 AM 07/08/09 - Past studies have shown African Americans are more likely to die from certain cancers. Now experts have found biological factors may be to blame. In other health news, after massive food recalls involving peanut butter, tomatoes, jalapeño peppers, beef, and even cookie dough, the government is announcing ways it will strengthen food safety standards. (Full Story)
Sunrise Interview: Northern Wisconsin State Fair Last Updated: 7:47 AM 07/08/09 - The Northern Wisconsin State Fair begins Wednesday in Chippewa Falls. (Full Story)
Millions of dollars worth of complaints against Sarah Palin Last Updated: 7:46 AM 07/08/09 - Sarah Palin's office has released what it has cost to handle complaints against her. (Full Story)
Plea hearing for man accused of vandalizing two Chetek businesses Last Updated: 9:25 AM 07/08/09 - A man accused of vandalizing two Chetek businesses and the public library is expected to be in court on Wednesday. (Full Story)
Sunrise Interview: Spooner Rodeo Last Updated: 4:47 AM 07/08/09 - There's steer wrestling, barrel racing, and bull riding at its best this weekend in Northern Wisconsin. Professional rodeo's determined competitors are getting reading for the Spooner Rodeo. (Full Story)
Woman faces charges for backing over tent, killing a toddler Last Updated: 11:39 AM 07/08/09 - A woman backed over a tent at a Minnesota campground, killing a toddler. (Full Story)
Medical Moment: Paperless emergency rooms Last Updated: 9:20 AM 07/08/09 - Call it the hospital of the 21st century. It is paperless, wireless and some of its most important workers are never tired or distracted. The government has committed $20 billion of your money to these hospitals of the future. (Full Story)
Credit card lending on the decline Last Updated: 9:24 AM 07/08/09 - Credit card lending's on the decline. Banks have pulled back on credit card lending, and this year's 38% drop from last year's first quarter shows it. (Full Story)
Third generation Oscar Mayer dies at age 95 Last Updated: 3:37 AM 07/08/09 - The third Oscar Mayer in the family that founded Oscar Mayer Foods has died at the age of 95. (Full Story)
Medical Moments: Syrup for kids' cavities, smoking influences and traveling blood clots Last Updated: 7:49 AM 07/07/09 - It sounds ironic, but a new study finds sweet syrup may be able to lower kids' risk for cavities in their baby teeth. In other health news, what kids and teens do in their free time could have a major impact on whether they start smoking or not. Also, a new study shows the risk of blood clots, which have long been linked to air travel, can be linked to any kind of transportation where you're sitting for a long time. (Full Story)
Flags flying at half staff Tuesday for soldier killed in Afghanistan Last Updated: 7:43 AM 07/07/09 - Flags at Wisconsin National Guard Armories, air bases and other facilities throughout the state will fly at half staff on Tuesday in honor of a Peshtigo soldier killed in Afghanistan. (Full Story)
Plea hearing for man charged with failing to call for help before another man's death Last Updated: 6:20 PM 07/07/09 - A man charged with failing to call for help after a man got sick and died from taking drugs will be in court Tuesday afternoon. (Full Story)
Northern Wisconsin tribe can now set its own water quality standards Last Updated: 4:51 AM 07/07/09 - The federal government has agreed to let a Northern Wisconsin tribe set its own water quality standards. (Full Story)
Some banks adding more fees Last Updated: 7:45 AM 07/07/09 - Your bank may be adding on fees in an effort to stay profitable. (Full Story)
Medical Moment: Video games for senior citizens Last Updated: 7:53 AM 07/06/09 - Video games are usually made for kids, but a new system is designed just for senior citizens. (Full Story)
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