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Katherine Langford

Katherine Langford

Editor-in-Chief · Edina, MN

Katherine oversees editorial operations across all six brands. Before joining The Meridan Group, she spent 14 years at the Minneapolis Star Tribune, where she led the metro desk through its digital transformation. She holds a Master's in Journalism from Northwestern's Medill School.

44 stories from Katherine Langford in La Crosse

Cruise ship’s residents left stranded after fuel prices soar — La Crosse Tribune
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Cruise ship’s residents left stranded after fuel prices soar

The Villa Vie Odyssey’s owner announced this week it would suspend operations and disembark passengers in Cambodia.

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3 questions facing Wisconsin men’s basketball as regular season nears — La Crosse Tribune
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3 questions facing Wisconsin men’s basketball as regular season nears

The Badgers open the regular season Monday with three major questions surrounding their defense, lineup combinations and potential breakout players.

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$705 million Beloit project far more than a casino | Bill Barth — La Crosse Tribune
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$705 million Beloit project far more than a casino | Bill Barth

I am not a particularly emotional guy (except with family, which I call “the pack”). So I was not prepared for the hitch in my throat at the opening ceremonies for the $705 million Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit casino about 55…

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Gone in 20 minutes: How the biggest heist in crypto history unfolded — La Crosse Tribune
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Gone in 20 minutes: How the biggest heist in crypto history unfolded

Hackers stole $6.3 billion from Binance, the world's biggest cryptocurrency exchange, in a record digital asset theft. Here's what we know so far.

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5 Winona area high school girls sports stars of the week: Oct. 30 edition — La Crosse Tribune
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5 Winona area high school girls sports stars of the week: Oct. 30 edition

Athletes on the course and the court highlight this week’s Winona area stars. Vote for your favorite performance to be this week's Supernova.

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Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in record heist blamed on North Korea — La Crosse Tribune
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Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance in record heist blamed on North Korea

* Heist hits crypto prices * North Korean hackers behind Binance attack, US analysts say * Binance co-founder says exchange will cover all hacking losses * Breach could prompt investors to reevaluate

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La Crosse police urge residents to stay safe on Halloween — La Crosse Tribune
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La Crosse police urge residents to stay safe on Halloween

As Halloween approaches — along with wave of celebrations and increased foot traffic – the La Crosse Police Department is reminding residents to enjoy a fun, memorable and safe holiday.

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The middle-class affordability paradox: Wealthy on paper, squeezed in real life — La Crosse Tribune
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The middle-class affordability paradox: Wealthy on paper, squeezed in real life

Americans have never been richer. Personal wealth has more than doubled in the past decade, reaching nearly $186 trillion in the second quarter, Federal Reserve data shows. The most affluent Americans hold a disproportionate share of that wealth, though. For…

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‘This can’t keep happening’: How divorced military spouses get trapped in foreign countries — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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‘This can’t keep happening’: How divorced military spouses get trapped in foreign countries

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BizTimes editor talks on Channel 12 about the business impact from the World Series — BizTimes Milwaukee
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BizTimes editor talks on Channel 12 about the business impact from the World Series

BizTimes editor Andrew Weiland joins the 4 p.m. newscast on WISN-TV Channel 12 each week to discuss the latest business headlines in southeastern Wisconsin. He made an appearance on Thursday to talk about how the Milwaukee Brewers appearance, and victory, in the World Series is impacting businesses...

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UMOS to lay off 44 employees — BizTimes Milwaukee
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UMOS to lay off 44 employees

Milwaukee-based nonprofit UMOS Inc. (United Migrant Opportunity Services) will lay off 44 full-time employees who work at the organization’s headquarters at 2701 S. Chase Ave., according to a WARN notice filed with the state of Wisconsin. The layoffs are prompted by the loss of a Wisconsin Works...

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Rising healthcare costs concern Wisconsin residents ahead of midterm elections — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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Rising healthcare costs concern Wisconsin residents ahead of midterm elections

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Silver Alert issued for missing 64-year-old Glendale man — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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Silver Alert issued for missing 64-year-old Glendale man

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‘It’s gonna be magical’: Brewers fans gearing up for World Series parade — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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‘It’s gonna be magical’: Brewers fans gearing up for World Series parade

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MCTS adding service, detours for Brewers World Series championship parade — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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MCTS adding service, detours for Brewers World Series championship parade

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Championship merch flying off shelves after Brewers’ World Series win — La Crosse Tribune
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Championship merch flying off shelves after Brewers’ World Series win

Madison Brewers fans and retailers are rushing to their hands on World Series championship gear.

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Wisconsin colleges reeling from surprise cut to federal childcare funding — La Crosse Tribune
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Wisconsin colleges reeling from surprise cut to federal childcare funding

Students at Madison College and UW-Madison have relied on the federal grant to make on-campus childcare affordable so they can finish their degrees.

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Viroqua’s Schwem, Diehl qualify for state cross-country meet — La Crosse Tribune
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Viroqua’s Schwem, Diehl qualify for state cross-country meet

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Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ actor, dies aged 86 — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ actor, dies aged 86

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Video: 7-year-old Brewers fan gets emotional over World Series win — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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Video: 7-year-old Brewers fan gets emotional over World Series win

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Electric motorcycle company LiveWire in peril as company issues going-concern warning — BizTimes Milwaukee
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Electric motorcycle company LiveWire in peril as company issues going-concern warning

Despite a 38% rise in revenue in the third quarter, Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle spin off company LiveWire is navigating an uncertain future amid a going concern warning issued at the release of its third quarter results this morning. The issuing followed LiveWire CEO Karim Donnez...

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Viroqua volleyball team wins regional title after 27 years — La Crosse Tribune
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Viroqua volleyball team wins regional title after 27 years

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Brunch restaurant planned for Third Ward riverfront space — BizTimes Milwaukee
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Brunch restaurant planned for Third Ward riverfront space

Restaurants Brunch restaurant planned for Third Ward riverfront space By Hope Moses Oct 29, 2026 1:19 pm Share EmailFacebookXLinkedinCopy URL Credit: Andrew Weiland 509 E. Erie St., Milwaukee Subscribe to BizTimes Daily – Local news about the people, companies and issues that impact business in...

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Marcus Corp. records strong Q3 driven by box office hits, leisure travel demand — BizTimes Milwaukee
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Marcus Corp. records strong Q3 driven by box office hits, leisure travel demand

Hospitality & Tourism Marcus Corp. records strong Q3 driven by box office hits, leisure travel demand By Maredithe Meyer Oct 29, 2026 1:13 pm Share EmailFacebookXLinkedinCopy URL Credit: Marcus Theatres A Marcus Theatres location. Subscribe to BizTimes Daily – Local news about the people, companies...

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Menopause changes your mouth. Most women have no idea. — La Crosse Tribune
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Menopause changes your mouth. Most women have no idea.

Delta Dental Insurance Company reports that 83% of women over 40 in menopause are unaware of its oral health symptoms, like dry mouth and tooth sensitivity, affecting confidence.

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A pro’s 30-minute cybersecurity check for small businesses — La Crosse Tribune
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A pro’s 30-minute cybersecurity check for small businesses

Verizon reports that small businesses can conduct a 30-minute cybersecurity review using a checklist to identify data protection needs, access rights, and necessary follow-ups.

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When a new UW system president will be chosen — La Crosse Tribune
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When a new UW system president will be chosen

The UW Board of Regents has announced a closed-door meeting to consider a search committee’s recommendation for the next president, who will lead the 165,000-student, 13-university UW system.

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UWL projected second in WIAC, returns 10 letter winners — La Crosse Tribune
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UWL projected second in WIAC, returns 10 letter winners

UW-La Crosse men’s basketball is picked second in the WIAC, returns 10 letter winners, and aims for a third straight NCAA Division III tournament appearance.

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The real cost of a car accident: Medical bills and what's covered — La Crosse Tribune
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The real cost of a car accident: Medical bills and what's covered

CarInsurance.com reports that car accidents can lead to substantial costs, including medical bills, out-of-pocket expenses, and higher insurance premiums.

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Don’t miss your last chance to vote for this week's winning You Toon caption — La Crosse Tribune
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Don’t miss your last chance to vote for this week's winning You Toon caption

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Milwaukee VA hospital receives $156.1 million in federal funding for fiscal 2026 upgrades — BizTimes Milwaukee
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Milwaukee VA hospital receives $156.1 million in federal funding for fiscal 2026 upgrades

Health Care Milwaukee VA hospital receives $156.1 million in federal funding for fiscal 2026 upgrades By Hunter Turpin Oct 29, 2026 11:33 am Share EmailFacebookXLinkedinCopy URL Credit: Google Maps The Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center. Subscribe to BizTimes Daily – Local news about the people,...

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What to look for in a deodorant for an active lifestyle — La Crosse Tribune
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What to look for in a deodorant for an active lifestyle

Degree Deodorant reports on choosing deodorants for active lifestyles, advising to prioritize odor or wetness management based on personal needs and activity level.

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Acne on your back and chest: What causes it and how to clear it — La Crosse Tribune
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Acne on your back and chest: What causes it and how to clear it

Dove Men + Care reports on managing body acne caused by sweat and friction. Key tips include choosing breathable clothing, gentle cleansing, and using appropriate treatments.

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Documentary takes unique way to tell Elizabeth Holmes’ story — La Crosse Tribune
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Documentary takes unique way to tell Elizabeth Holmes’ story

“You Can See Everything” is the kind of film that makes you want to learn more. Binge it, and you’ll look for others who can share your new obsession.

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Visit Milwaukee preview: Oct. 30-Nov. 1 — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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Visit Milwaukee preview: Oct. 30-Nov. 1

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The home equity alternative many homeowners still haven’t heard of — La Crosse Tribune
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The home equity alternative many homeowners still haven’t heard of

Hometap reports on home equity options, comparing HELOCs with home equity investments.

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From merchandise, to newspapers, and specialty Miller Lite cans, everyone is celebrating the World Series Champions  — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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From merchandise, to newspapers, and specialty Miller Lite cans, everyone is celebrating the World Series Champions

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Eczema vs. psoriasis: How to tell these common skin conditions apart — La Crosse Tribune
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Eczema vs. psoriasis: How to tell these common skin conditions apart

Doctronic reports on distinguishing eczema from psoriasis, noting differences in appearance, location, symptoms, and age of onset, essential for effective treatment.

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MPS to close schools Friday due to Brewers parade and celebration  — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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MPS to close schools Friday due to Brewers parade and celebration

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Beat the lines for Brewers championship merch at the airport  — CBS 58 Milwaukee
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Beat the lines for Brewers championship merch at the airport

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The 25 fastest-growing software vendors in fall 2026, according to Brex data — La Crosse Tribune
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The 25 fastest-growing software vendors in fall 2026, according to Brex data

Brex reports the top 25 fastest-growing software vendors of fall 2026, highlighting a surge in AI-driven tool adoption, with companies increasingly renting computers for coding agents.

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What is Meta Muse? What businesses need to know about the new AI agent — La Crosse Tribune
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What is Meta Muse? What businesses need to know about the new AI agent

elk Marketing reports on Meta Muse, an AI agent that simplifies business tasks by automating processes and integrating with apps, enhancing efficiency for owners.

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Is your car sharing your data with insurers? — La Crosse Tribune
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Is your car sharing your data with insurers?

TheZebra.com reports that many vehicles share driving data with insurers, often without driver consent, raising privacy concerns and leading to lawsuits.

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La Crosse police urge residents to stay safe on Halloween — Wisconsin State Journal
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La Crosse police urge residents to stay safe on Halloween

As Halloween approaches — along with wave of celebrations and increased foot traffic – the La Crosse Police Department is reminding residents to enjoy a fun, memorable and safe holiday.

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