Eau Claire
Coverage of Eau Claire in the Nexus archive.
- Dems eye pick-up in Wisconsin swing district as Rep Van Orden set for rematch in key House race
Rebecca Cooke won the Democratic primary in Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District, setting her up for a rematch with Rep. Derrick Van Orden. Cooke's campaign has centered on her working-class background and issues like affordability and health care. However, her general election campaign faces scrutiny from Van Orden’s campaign regarding personal finances and past political work.
- Procession to honor Eau Claire firefighter following sudden death
A procession will honor Eau Claire firefighter Bryce Jungbluth, who died in the line of duty after a sudden medical emergency. Jungbluth, 27, served in Eau Claire and Carrboro, North Carolina, before his death and will be escorted through the community for public respects. A funeral service is scheduled for August 10.
- Eau Claire, Wisconsin firefighter who died in line of duty honored
Firefighters in Minnesota and Wisconsin honored an Eau Claire firefighter who died in the line of duty as his body returned home. The tribute took place on Saturday, with cross-state recognition for the fallen firefighter.
- Minnesota woman dies in I-94 crash near Eau Claire, driver arrested
A 27-year-old woman died in a crash on I-94 near Eau Claire when her car drifted into the median. The 28-year-old driver was arrested for driving under the influence, while a third passenger was not hospitalized. The driver sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
- Hundreds of western Wisconsin residents gather to celebrate local culture, reject data centers
Over 500 residents in western Wisconsin gathered in Eau Claire to oppose hyperscale data centers, citing concerns about land preservation and corporate influence. The event, organized by groups like Grassroots Organizing Western Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Farmers Union, highlighted community resistance to projects by companies such as Microsoft and Meta.
- US strikes radar installations in Iran
The US has conducted strikes against radar installations in Iran. US President Donald Trump addressed the press aboard Air Force One during a flight from Maryland to Wisconsin.