WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Wrightstown takes step to temporarily stop data center projects
WRIGHTSTOWN, Wis. (WFRV) - Tuesday night brought a small victory for those Wrightstown community members opposed to a data center project coming to the village. In an unanimous vote on Tuesday night, village trustees approved putting a temporary pause ...
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Reedsville's run ends in the state semis in 11-inning thriller
GRAND CHUTE, Wis. (WFRV) - After clinching a state berth for the first time in program history, Reedsville baseball fell short in an 11-inning thriller, 2-1, to Potosi/Cassville. Check out the highlights in the video above.
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Cooper Pratt makes MLB debut; Mitchell, Turang hit homers to pace Milwaukee past Cleveland 2-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) Highly-touted shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt, who recently signed an eight-year, $50.75 million contract, made his Brewers debut. He was hitless with three groundouts in three at-bats. On the first ball he fielded, Pratt initiated a dou...
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Waupaca County Sheriff investigating Dodge County dog park shooting
WAUPACA COUNTY, Wis (WFRV) -- The Waupaca County Sheriff's office has revealed they are assisting the Dodge County Sheriff's office with a death investigation, according to a press release. The death was from a self-inflicted gunshot wound and happened...
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New "Disclosure Day" film smashes box office expectations; screenwriter WI native
(WFRV) -- Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day" crushed at the box office this weekend, blowing past reserved industry projections of a $40-50 million opening weekend, instead grossing $93 million globally over its first four days, according to studio es...
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Not-so-average police pursuit in Appleton park, police challenge teens to race
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - A not-so-average police foot pursuit took place in Appleton earlier Tuesday. According to a social media post from the Appleton Police Department, two Community Service Officers seized an opportunity to engage in some friendly c...
8h ago
Miron Construction celebrates young adults with career signing in Neenah
NEENAH, Wis. (WFRV) -- Miron Construction held a "Career Signing Day" for the graduates who finished their youth apprenticeships on June 16. Seventeen young adults were in attendance, who will soon start as registered union apprentices in trades includ...
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Shawano Police partners with Pizza Hut for "Sirens and Slices" event
SHAWANO, Wis. (WFRV) -- The Shawano Police Department joined forces with a local Pizza Hut to host a "Sirens and Slices" event for residents on June 16. The event allowed the community to interact with law enforcement, check out squad cars and an ambul...
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Ashwaubenon hosts annual Bike Rodeo to educate on bike safety
ASHWAUBENON, Wis. (WFRV) - Community members enjoyed Ashwaubenon's annual Bike Rodeo, incorporating biking, prizes, and fun with safety activities, earlier on Tuesday. In a post shared by the Ashwaubenon Public Safety department about the event, Green ...
8h ago
Plato's Closet opens new location in Fox River Mall in Appleton
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - Bargain chasers beware-the well-known secondhand apparel store, Plato's Closet, has officially opened their new location's doors. The Fox River Mall shared in a post new pictures of the store's exterior and floor layout. The Pla...
8h ago
National News
US-Iran Agreement Raises Questions After G7 Talks
A new US-Iran agreement discussed around the G7 summit has raised cautious attention, but CNN reported that many of the most important details remain ...
21h ago
Trump and Iran Say Agreement Will Be Signed Friday
President Donald Trump and Iran say an agreement aimed at ending the conflict is expected to be signed Friday, CNN reported. The deal is being describ...
Jun 15, 2026
Bruce Springsteen Receives Social Justice Honor at Tribeca Festival
Bruce Springsteen was honored with the Harry Belafonte Voices for Social Justice Award during a special event at the Tribeca Festival, recognizing his...
Jun 15, 2026
Knicks Title Celebration Turns Chaotic in Manhattan
The Knicks' championship win in Game 5 against the San Antonio Spurs sent thousands of fans into Manhattan, ending the team's title drought that dated...
Jun 14, 2026









