Good morning, La Crosse.

On Saturday morning, thousands joined the Steppin’ Out in Pink event at Riverside Park (stretching along 2nd Street) to complete a 2.5-mile walk supporting breast cancer research and local patient care.

Vendors and live music added extra cheer to the community event.

News 8 Photographer Duncan Neus explained the process behind hydrant flushing (a routine yet essential task) and how it helps keep our water systems working properly in the community.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the 7 Rivers Region will host the Golf Fore Kids' Sake charity golf event on Sept.

23 at a local course where community members and local businesses can join in friendly competition to support youth programs.

Jenna Martin was named Miss La Crosse Oktoberfest 2026 after local judges selected her as the festival's ambassador.

She will represent the community during upcoming festivities.

AJ D’Ambrosia, an eighth grader at Onalaska Middle School, is set to receive royal treatment at his first Oktoberfest this fall in La Crosse (honoring his special status) as the event highlights local traditions.

Preliminary numbers at UWL show 10,520 students enrolled, including 2,325 freshmen, and enrollment remains among the highest in the school's history despite a slight decline from record counts in 2025 — admissions officials credit quality in-person classes and strong recruitment efforts.