WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Hometown Heroes Night at De Pere Beer Gardens to recognize local veterans
DE PERE, Wis. (WFRV) - In honor of the upcoming Fourth of July weekend, the De Pere Beer Gardens is hosting something special for local veterans in the community who sacrificed their lives so the country could celebrate 250 years. On June 30, the eveni...
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Green Bay Metro Fire Department shares important PSA about sprinkler systems
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - Over the course of June, the Wisconsin area saw many fires-residential, structural, outdoor-with some causing extensive damage and costing families and businesses high amounts. With the potential for fires to become dangerous a...
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Wisconsin Badgers to don new jersey patch through partnership with Culver's
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) - The Wisconsin Badgers will now have a new patch across their athletic uniforms thanks to a partnership with Culver's. "Freshly stitched, Never Frozen" is the statement the Badgers posted on social media announcing the partnership...
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Appleton Police Department uses ALPR technology to solve vandalism incidents
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - Authorities in Appleton say that thanks to Automated License Plate Reader technology, they were able to identify those responsible for recent vandalism incidents. According to a release from the Appleton Police Department, offic...
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New program sparks passions in young Appleton students
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - Local health organizations in Appleton are celebrating a first-of-its-kind achievement. A new program is helping young students find their future passions. Children's Wisconsin, Emplify Health, and ThedaCare are all partnering f...
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Uncle Mike's celebrates first Wisconsin Kringle Day with brand new Beer Dip Pretzel Kringle
(WFRV) - In a recent proclamation, Governor Tony Evers announced June 30 as Wisconsin Kringle Day, and to celebrate the day, Uncle Mike's is selling a brand-new Kringle flavor. In a post made on social media, after teasing a new flavor, Uncle Mike's Ba...
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Green Bay opens Bay Beach Pavilion as a cooling shelter
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - As northeast Wisconsin deals with the ongoing heatwave, officials with the City of Green Bay say they are opening up the Bay Beach Pavilion to serve as a cooling shelter. According to a release, the Bay Beach Pavilion Dance Hal...
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Excessive Heat continues, increasing thunderstorm chances
The latest northeast Wisconsin weather forecast from Storm Team 5... Here we go again for the last day of June! Off the charts humidity and very warm afternoon temperatures will bring a heat index, or "feel-like temperature," in the 100s in most locati...
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VIDEO: Community tips lead to arrest of three vehicle theft suspects in Wisconsin
WAUWATOSA, Wis. (WFRV) - Following great teamwork from the community, authorities in southern Wisconsin say tips led to the recent and safe arrest of three vehicle theft suspects. According to the Wauwatosa Police Department, earlier in the month of Ju...
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Man arrested after attempted kidnapping in Fond du Lac County
ROSENDALE, Wis. (WFRV) - Authorities in Fond du Lac County say one man is in custody after allegedly attempting to kidnap a woman walking on an area trail with her 1-year-old son. According to a release from the Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office, dep...
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National News
Washington Prepares for Massive Security Operation Ahead of America's 250th Birthday Celebration
Federal officials are putting the final pieces in place for an extensive security operation as Washington, D.C., gets ready to host the nation's 250th...
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U.S. and Iran Move Toward Talks After New Strikes
CNN reported that the United States and Iran have agreed to pause further strikes after a sharp escalation tied to the Strait of Hormuz. The reported ...
Jun 29, 2026
Kentucky Flooding Leaves Four Dead as Emergency Crews Respond to Widespread Storm Damage
Kentucky officials said four people died after heavy thunderstorms caused severe flooding across parts of the state, leading Gov. Andy Beshear to decl...
Jun 28, 2026
US Strikes Iranian Targets After Ship Hit Near Strait of Hormuz
U.S. officials said American forces carried out strikes on Iranian targets after a drone hit the Singapore-flagged cargo ship Ever Lovely near the Str...
Jun 27, 2026
