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Cause of death for tiger at Wisconsin wildlife sanctuary revealed
WEST BEND, Wis. (WFRV) - Two weeks after a beloved tiger passed away at a wildlife sanctuary in Wisconsin, staff have announced the official cause of death. Ginger, a white tiger at the Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary, passed away on June 27. The death was u...
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Judge dismisses lawsuit filed against popular Wisconsin zoo
WEST BEND, Wis. (WFRV) - On Friday, a Washington County Circuit Court Judge granted a motion to dismiss the lawsuit filed against the Town of Farmington and the Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary, according to a social media post from the zoo. According to cour...
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Wisconsin child passes away after being hit by vehicle
MCFARLAND, Wis. (WFRV) - An eight-year-old girl passed away earlier this week after being hit by a vehicle while attempting to cross the street, according to a statement from the McFarland Police Department. On Wednesday, July 8 at around 5:25 p.m., wh...
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Which ticks, diseases can you find in Wisconsin?
(NEXSTAR) -- It's been a gnarly year for ticks already in the U.S., with hospital visits spurred by tick bites reaching highs we haven't seen in years. What that tick may spread to you, however, can vary based on where you live. Lyme disease is likely ...
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Illinois driver charged with OWI in Wisconsin after falling asleep behind the wheel
COLUMBIA COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) - A woman from Illinois was arrested by officers in Columbia County early Friday morning for impairment after she fell asleep behind the wheel and then subsequently initiated a reckless pursuit, according to a statement fro...
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Unique funeral procession honors woman's final wish
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) - A family made an Oshkosh woman's final wish come true through a unique funeral procession on Friday afternoon. Jane Cryan passed away at the end of last month at the age of 84. "Traditionally our ancestors during those times, the...
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Get ready for more heat and humidity
The latest from Storm Team 5... Beautiful weekend ahead although heat and humidity will return quickly in the upcoming week. For now, mostly clear skies tonight temperatures will drop into the low 60s. Saturday will be moderately humid with dews in the m...
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Annual Catfish Races in Greenville support local charities
GREENVILLE, Wis. (WFRV) -- A Wisconsin tradition has started up again for its 38th year. The Annual Catfish Races and Community Night kicked off on the evening of July 10 at the Greenville Lions Park. The event has live music, food, and family activiti...
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'Battle Bus' launched to help veterans find their faith
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - The 'Battle Bus' is ready to officially hit the streets. Although it's not going into battle in the literal sense, its founders say they hope the bus helps veterans and servicemembers win the battles that they are facing in the...
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80 cattle saved from cattle truck fire in Outagamie County
VANDENBROEK, Wis. (WFRV) -- A pickup truck with a cattle trailer attached caught fire on the morning of July 10 in Vandenbroek, according to a press release. Vandenbroek Fire arrived in the area of Highway 96, east of Highway JJ, after learning of a ve...
20h ago
National News
Trump Removes Remaining Election Assistance Commission Members
President Donald Trump has removed the remaining members of the bipartisan U.S. Election Assistance Commission, leaving the federal agency without any...
Jul 10, 2026
Trump Says U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Has Collapsed After New Strikes
President Donald Trump said the ceasefire between the United States and Iran had ended after a new round of attacks raised tensions across the Gulf, a...
Jul 09, 2026
Trump Says Iran Deal Is Over as NATO Summit Focuses on Iran and Ukraine
CNN reported from live updates on the NATO summit in Ankara that President Donald Trump said an interim understanding with Iran is over, adding anothe...
Jul 08, 2026
Trump's NATO Stance Raises New Questions Over U.S. Troops in Europe
President Trump's position on NATO is again drawing attention as European allies watch for signs of whether the United States may reduce its military ...
Jul 07, 2026









