WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Local company pays for service dog for marine veteran
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - There was a big surprise this afternoon for one of our country's heroes. "To have a service dog everyday to live my life with a companion, I think it's going to be life changing," U.S. marine veteran Kyle Hoff said. Through its ...
11h ago
Joannes Park opens fourth food Fridge
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) -- Lombardi Neighborhood Association opened the fourth fridge throughout Green Bay, in an effort to help reduce food insecurity and food waste. The fridge is always open to anyone in need, with no questions or limitations. "The f...
14h ago
Waterfest 2026 to kick off in Oshkosh
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) -- The region's longest-running outdoor concert series returns to Oshkosh for another season. Waterfest 2026 begins on June 18 at the Leech Amphitheater on the Fox River. Local 5's Satacy Engebretson had Mike Dempsey, a Waterfest O...
14h ago
Ashwaubenon bandshell stage holds ribbon cutting ceremony
ASHWAUBENON, Wis. (WFRV) -- It's a new chapter for Ashwaubenon's Klipstine Park, as officials held a ribbon-cutting for the park's new bandshell on June 17. The bandshell will host the "Concert in the Park" series and other summer events. "We're excite...
15h ago
Wisconsin football tours Lambeau Field ahead of week 1 matchup
(WFRV) - On Wednesday afternoon, the Wisconsin football program made the trip north to Green Bay for a tour of Lambeau Field ahead of its season opener against Notre Dame under the lights at 1265 Lombardi Avenue. The Badgers were scheduled to host a fr...
15h ago
Wisconsin DOJ probes fatal shooting by Oneida County officer
ONEIDA COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) -- The Wisconsin DOJ is investigating an officer-involved death that occurred on the morning of June 17 in the town of Lake Tomahawk. According to a press release, around 10:30 a.m., two Oneida officers arrived at Lumen Lake ...
15h ago
Kaukauna dominates in state semifinal, advances to title game
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - Despite weather concerns moving Kaukauna's division one state semifinal game from Fox Cities Stadium to Appleton North High School, the Ghosts didn't skip a beat in a 7-1 win over Nicolet. Senior pitcher Bron Schaefer pitched a ...
16h ago
'Fondy Famous' seeking community input for nonprofit features
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (WFRV) - Some of the biggest impacts in a community don't always happen in big buildings or with big announcements. Often, they happen quietly through one person, one organization, or one act of kindness at a time. Now, 'Fondy Famous'...
17h ago
WI police officer resigns after shooting two dogs, Sheriff's Office investigating
THEINSVILLE, Wis (WFRV) -- A police officer in Theinsville has resigned following an incident where he shot two dogs believed to be pitbulls. According to a press release, on April 23, 2026, around 3:40 a.m., the officer observed the two dogs unattende...
17h ago
16-year-old charged in connection to deadly crash in Fond Du Lac
FOND DU LAC, Wis. (WFRV) - A packed courtroom in Fond Du Lac County on Wednesday morning saw 16-year-old Madylin Blonigen find out her bond would be set at 5,000 dollars, after being charged with three counts of operating a vehicle without a license, c...
17h ago
National News
US and Iran Draft Framework Outlines Path Toward Broader Agreement
A newly disclosed draft memorandum between the United States and Iran has outlined a proposed framework aimed at reducing tensions and creating condit...
9h ago
President Donald Trump Says Iran Agreement Text Will Be Released After Formal Signing
President Donald Trump said the text of a new agreement involving Iran will be released after a formal signing ceremony. CNN reported that the documen...
Jun 17, 2026
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 ...
Jun 16, 2026
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









