Jessica Mendoza
Multimedia Journalist
Eau Claire, WI
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Jessica grew up in Loveland, Colorado and graduated from Colorado State University in 2020. During college she covered Colorado athletics from the professional to youth leagues.
Avid Broncos and Nuggets fan.
She started off as a writer, but fell in love with broadcast after joining CSU's television station where she got to anchor sports, and travel to cover CSU athletics.
Her internship at Fox31 and Colorado's Own Channel 2 in Denver solidified her passion for journalism and pushed her to pursue a career in reporting.
Jessica began working for WEAU 13 News in June of 2020.
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Simone Biles walked away from the Olympic competition, citing mental health.
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The 2004 Olympic athlete refused to let being from a small town Keep him from doing what he loved.
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For those who have not received the vaccine, a few protocols remain.
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Live music plays on for the Chippewa Valley this weekend.
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A boom in demand for mental health services is met with a national shortage of behavioral health specialists.
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It chalks up to 37-million dollars and is divided into three parts.
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The budget for repairs is about $3 million.
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A year a half later, some say they’re able to feel light again.
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Despite her big move and large following, the singer says she’ll never forget where she came from.
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This new tool will allow the non-profit to supply fresh produce, while also conserving water, energy and money.
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The Northern Wisconsin State Fair is just two days away and organizers have been working around the clock for two weeks now to get the fairgrounds ready once again.
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A new sports facility hopes to provide athletes in the Chippewa Valley with the latest in sports technology
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LGBTQ+ families can now be accurately recognized on the birth certificate of their child.
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In attempt to de-stigmatize and raise awareness. The Eau Claire City County Health Department is observing National HIV Testing Day, encouraging people in the Chippewa Valley to get tested.
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The bags included a pound of cheese, cheese sticks, butter, bread and more.
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The annual soccer tournament has been around for nearly 30 years, involving over 100 teams from Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Michigan
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The beds go to children who are currently sleeping on the floor, or in other less than desirable conditions.
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The 33rd annual Pepin County Dairy Breakfast was held this morning at Weiss Family Farms Following last year’s unique drive-through event.
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More than thirty million dollars is soon to be available in COVID-19 relief to the city and county of Eau Claire.
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This morning, Gateways, a program that serves 20-35 students aged 18-21 with special needs, symbolically broke ground on a new site they will soon call home.
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Born and raised in Chippewa Falls to swimming on a national stage. WEAU caught up with Lily Borgenheimer after her trip to the Olympic Trials in Omaha earlier this week.
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The WIAA 2021 Girls Soccer Tournament begins with Eau Claire Memorial (2) hosting Chippewa Falls (7). Plus, division one and two golf sectionals action and more baseball highlights, prep and Express!
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It was a busy day at Carson Park as Eau Claire Memorial starts off the morning with a double header against La Crosse Central. Later, The Express coming off a big win, hosts the Mankato MoonDogs.
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WEAU Meteorologist Tucker Antico says he’s forecasting an unusually hot weekend. A dry 95 degree high for this Saturday.
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While sports are encouraged from a young age for the many benefits it provides, athletes face unique factors that can ignite depression and anxiety.
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In Black River Falls, two La Crosse artists with a colorful past have found work in spray painting a huge colorful wall.
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Medical professionals are confident that both Pfizer and Moderna will be fully approved in the coming months
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Memorial Day is just around the corner, and veterans from around the Chippewa Valley paid their respects this morning at two Eau Claire cemeteries.
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Haymarket Plaza was filled with song and celebration today, centered around introducing a new sculpture to the city.
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After some brief closures last year, golf courses are being recognized as a silver lining on the dark cloud that is the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Many people are excited to return to their pre-pandemic lifestyles. However, for some the thought of going back to these activities after more than a year of isolation can be intimidating.
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More than $13.5 million in COVID-19 relief is on its way to Eau Claire. City leadership is calling this a once in a generation type opportunity.
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Eau Claire North baseball rolls past River Falls at Carson Park and across the way Eau Claire North softball shuts out their cross town rival. Also, McDonell and Stanley-Boyd baseball meet on the diamond. Chippewa Falls and Menomonie girls soccer action and more highlights from around the area.
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Dozens in Shawtown, near Eau Claire, remembered one of their own this afternoon. carrying out a navy veteran's last wishes.
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To help prepare kids for the workforce, Elk Mound High School is acquiring new equipment. They are one of 28 school districts across the state who received a grant for a 'fab lab'.
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Three Wisconsin communities are soon to have ‘community safe rooms’ meant to protect people from tornadoes and one of those cities is Owen.
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By collaborating with the Eau Claire City County Health Department, five mental health ‘recipe cards’ were created. Focusing on depression, anxiety, panic attacks, suicide and grief due to missed milestones during COVID-19.
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The Eau Claire North and Memorial baseball teams meet at Carson Park, for the first time since 2019. Menomonie and Chippewa Falls baseball and Fall Creek vs. McDonell also meet on the diamond. Softball highlights from North, Rice Lake, Colby and McDonell. Plus, Regis and Altoona girls soccer action!
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The Family Support Center is looking to add five volunteers to their team of on-call advocates.
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A new tradition is being born in Chippewa Falls as community members are planning a mini- triathlon, set to take place at the end of this month.
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Eau Claire North and Memorial meet for a girls soccer rivalry game, Chippewa Falls Softball look to continue an impressive stand against Memorial, and the Old Abes Baseball team looks to bounce back against Rice Lake. Plus, more highlights and updates from prep baseball, softball and golf.
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Having access to diapers can mean families don't have to reuse dirty diapers.
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After a year without play, the Eau Claire Cavaliers are celebrating their 50th season
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WIAC Softball Quarterfinals with UW-Eau Claire going into extra innings, Chippewa Falls Softball marks a big win over Eau Claire Memorial, Eau Claire North Baseball continues a winning streak, plus many more prep sports highlights from around the Chippewa Valley.
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Each May, the non profit Carry The Load holds a national relay to remember our nation’s heroes.
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Donut is a year and a half old labradoodle, proudly serving the City of Altoona as a therapy dog.
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By the end of this May, with donations coming in from around the community, they hope to raise enough to donate 150 bags.
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Face drooping, arm weakness, or slurred speech means it’s time to call 9-1-1.
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Pfizer is awaiting approval from the FDA to expand its patient reach to include children as young as 12.
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A busy day on the diamond as the Chippewa Falls Cardinals take on Marshfield in a double header for their first home games of the year while the Eau Claire North Huskies host D.C. Everest at Carson Park. In softball, the Fall Creek Crickets battle the Arcadia Raiders.