Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
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🚨 Crime
La Crosse Police arrested a 17-year-old after a fight in Pettibone Park led to shots fired about 11:15 p.m. on the 600 Block of Pettibone Drive Wednesday night plus he faces charges of attempted 2nd Degree Homicide, Possession of a Firearm by a Felon and 2nd Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety as police said no one was injured and the investigation remains open.
La Crosse police responded at 8:30 p.m. Thursday night to an altercation near the Copeland Park shelter involving a machete and arrested two men for disorderly conduct while armed—one man, aged 55, now faces a charge of substantial battery-intent bodily harm and a victim with non-life-threatening injuries was taken to the hospital.
Josh Pigney, a 37-year-old Holmen resident, was identified as the homicide victim as authorities arrested a Winona man Tuesday who is accused of first-degree homicide.
Authorities continue to search for missing Juneau County woman Leya Stewart, who vanished July 4, 2023 at 1:15 p.m. near Mauston—officials ask anyone with even small details to come forward.
📰 Finance
Coulee Bank in La Crosse warned customers about a scam where calls are made using its phone number—customers should hang up and call the bank directly for verification.
🏛️ Government
Governor Tony Evers signed the biennial budget before today—allocating $330 million for child care—and lawmakers called it a win.
Child care providers say the funds fall short of the $480 million they asked for and fear they might not keep their operations running.
🎉 La Crosse Events
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La Crosse Loggers vs. Thunder Bay Border Cats
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Tickets available — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup as the Loggers take on the Border Cats.
Expressive Dance Workshop
9-11 a.m. — Black River Beach Neighborhood Center — $15 per session — Release stress and move your body in a free-form dance experience for adults.
La Crosse Steam vs. Minot Honeybees
5:05-6:35 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup as the La Crosse Steam take on the Minot Honeybees.
La Crosse Loggers vs. Rochester Honkers
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling matchup between local baseball rivals in La Crosse.
La Crosse Loggers vs. Duluth Huskies
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket info available — Watch the La Crosse Loggers take on the Duluth Huskies in this thrilling baseball matchup.
Music Fest with Amadans
3-4 p.m. — Burns Park, La Crosse, WI — Free entry — Enjoy a lively morning of Irish music, dancing, and crafts for all ages.
La Crosse Loggers vs. Duluth Huskies
6:35-8:05 PM — Copeland Park — Ticketed event — Catch the action as the La Crosse Loggers take on the Duluth Huskies in an exciting summer baseball matchup.
La Crosse Steam vs. Wausau Ignite Softball Game
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket purchases support a charitable cause — Enjoy a thrilling softball match while contributing to a great initiative.
Live Music with Taylor James Donskey & Esther B. Saw
7-10 p.m. — Another Green World — $10 cash, BYOB — Enjoy an evening of music in a cozy plant shop atmosphere.
Yoga for Dancers
4-5:30 p.m. — I&E Dance Studio — Free entry — Engage in a yoga practice followed by an open dialogue on body image for women.
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