Leinenkugel's brewery in Chippewa Falls announced its impending shutdown Wednesday leaving Chippewa Valley locals reeling.

The brewery has faced trouble before. In July 2023, several dozen Leinenkugel employees went on strike, carrying signs that ...

The brewery has faced trouble before. In July 2023, several dozen Leinenkugel employees went on strike, carrying signs that said “stop the war on workers” and “end corporate greed.” ...

Leinenkugel’s neighbors, fans and friends are reeling from Wednesday’s shocking announcement that Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Co. will cease operations at the company’s historic Chippewa Falls ...

1845 — Jacob Leinenkugel emigrates to Wisconsin from Meckenheim, Germany, where Jacob’s father was an innkeeper and brewer himself. 1867 — Equipped with German brewing knowledge and ...