Good morning, La Crosse.

Today a local family mourns the loss of their infant son who died unexpectedly at daycare — and they have set up Bubba's Fund to install AEDs in every licensed child care facility to help safeguard other children.

The first benefit will be held Wednesday, August 27 — with Mayor Washington-Spivey issuing a proclamation to honor his memory.

Two individuals were arrested today in downtown La Crosse for a severe beating that left the victim with serious injuries — the suspects face charges for aggravated battery and disorderly conduct — police confirmed.

St. Junious—convicted of homicide for killing Virgil Stewart in La Crosse—was sentenced to 20 years and vowed to appeal his conviction.

Crews are working on a water main replacement project—closing Ward Avenue from near Glendale Park to 32nd Street.

City officials have not released a timeline for reopening the roadway.

The Avett Brothers Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — La Crosse Center — Ticket prices vary from $69 — Enjoy a night of folk rock from the renowned Avett Brothers.

SLiD EP Release Party

9-11:30 p.m. — Popcorn Tavern — $5 admission — Celebrate the debut EP release of SLiD with special performances by The Reach Outs and Fernando Mendoza.

Touch a Truck

10 a.m. - noon — Viking Elementary School, 500 E Wall St, Holmen, WI — Free entry — Experience the thrill of climbing and exploring trucks and large vehicles, including a helicopter landing!

Elvis Explosion Gospel Show

10:00-11:30 a.m. — La Crosse Center — Ticket sales available — Experience an uplifting Elvis-themed gospel performance.

Social Security and Retirement Planning

7:00 p.m. — Lunda Center - Western Technical College — Free entry — Discover strategies for maximizing your Social Security benefits and retirement income.

Raise Your Glass 2025

6-9 p.m. — La Crosse Distilling Co. — Fundraiser — Taste a variety of beverages while supporting the Great Rivers United Way.

Whose Live Anyway?

7:30-9 p.m. — Viterbo University Fine Arts Center — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with world-renowned improv artists performing comedic acrobatics.

Coulee Rock Club Rock Swap

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Onalaska Omni Center — Free entry — Explore a vibrant rock swap with the whole family.

Wisconsin-La Crosse vs. Wayne State Warriors Football

1-5 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex — Tickets required — Enjoy an intense college football matchup between the Eagles and the Warriors.

40th Anniversary Celebration

4:30-7:00 p.m. — Franciscan Spirituality Center — Free entry — Celebrate four decades of community service and spirituality at this joyous anniversary event.