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Strait of Hormuz Escalation: International Vessels Damaged as Tensions Rise
U.S. Central Command said American forces moved to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz after renewed threats and reported attacks in t...
1h ago
Shiocton asks for waiver to not have to make up flood days at school
SHIOCTON Wis. (WFRV) - School District of Shiocton officials are trying to avoid having to extend their school year so students can make up the eight days they missed due to the severe flooding last month. On Monday night, the district'...
5h ago
22-year-old Wisconsin man charged with trafficking UW-Milwaukee student
*Author's note-this story contains disturbing details. If you or anybody you know is in need, please click here.* MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WFRV) - A Wisconsin 22-year-old faces one charge of human trafficking with a warrant out for his arrest a...
7h ago
Manitowoc continues to weigh options for Madison Elementary School property
MANITOWOC, Wis. (WFRV) - Manitowoc officials are still weighing their options concerning the Madison Elementary School site and whether to purchase it for one singular 'George Washington.' The recommendation from the School District to ...
7h ago
Met Gala guests take artistic liberties with dress code
NEW YORK (AP) - Met Gala guests from Beyoncé to Naomi Osaka to Emma Chamberlain did not play it safe this year for the Met Gala, delivering custom works of art in honor of the dress code "Fashion is art." Beyoncé left the cowb...
8h ago
Rising gas prices pinch northeast Wisconsin residents and businesses
LITTLE CHUTE, Wis. (WFRV) - Gas prices sitting at just under $4.50 a gallon for regular and $5.79 a gallon for diesel across northeast Wisconsin are putting pressure on drivers. Appleton Police Department reminding residents of ped...
10h ago
Hometown Heroes: Oconto woman highlights journey to treating Vietnam veterans
OCONTO, Wis. (WFRV) - When it comes to military service, the focus is largely on those on the battlefield; however, it wouldn't be possible without those behind the scenes, like Oconto's Karen Spychalaski. Hometown Heroes: James Gill pho...
12h ago
Much cooler weather returns for the next few days
The Latest from Storm Team 5... Winds gusting 30-40 mph combined with dry brush and low relative humidites has prompted the Wisconsin DNR to place the area in high to very high fire danger. They ask the public to postpone burning and no...
12h ago
Red Cross packs into Tailgate Village for Blood Drive
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - The urgency for blood donations is still high, as many filled into the Johnsonville Tailgate Village on Monday to help play their part in saving a life. Luxemburg's Cassie Schiltz reunites with UW-Green Bay on c...
12h ago
Packers officially unveil UW Health Gate with ribbon cutting
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - The Packers and UW Health celebrated together on Monday morning as they officially cut the ribbon to open the UW Health Gate on Lambeau Field's north side. The new gate name is courtesy of a partnership announce...
13h ago
National News
Strait of Hormuz Escalation: International Vessels Damaged as Tensions Rise
U.S. Central Command said American forces moved to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz after renewed threats and reported attacks in t...
1h ago
Escalation in Hormuz: Iran Claims Strike on US Vessel as "Project Freedom" Begins
New developments in the Strait of Hormuz have raised concerns about maritime security and global trade. Officials confirmed that Iran claimed responsi...
23h ago
Hormuz Blockade Keeps Global Energy Prices High as Talks Stall
A temporary pause in fighting between the United States, Israel, and Iran remained in effect on May 3, as officials continued to assess next steps. Ea...
May 03, 2026
Trump Declares Iran Hostilities Terminated at 60 Day Deadline
President Donald Trump told congressional leaders that U.S. hostilities with Iran have ended, citing a ceasefire that began in early April. The White ...
May 02, 2026
