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Metallica's Kirk Hammett Takes a Tumble Into the Dublin Crowd During 'Seek & Destroy'
Metallica's concert in Dublin included an unexpected moment when guitarist Kirk Hammett briefly fell while performing onstage. The incident happened d...
9h ago
Rod Stewart Continues Utah Show After Brief Onstage Health Scare
Rod Stewart experienced a health scare during a recent concert in Utah after nearly fainting while performing, according to reports that emerged follo...
Jun 22, 2026
Justin Cary, Former Sixpence None the Richer Bassist, Dies at 50 Following Stroke
Justin Cary, a longtime bassist known for his work with Sixpence None the Richer, has died at the age of 50. The musician passed away on June 18 after...
Jun 21, 2026
Backstreet Boys' Howie Dorough Solo Album: New Spanish Project Details
Howie Dorough is preparing to release a new Spanish-language music project that brings together fresh material and reimagined versions of songs from h...
Jun 20, 2026
Tom Dreesen, Comedian and Longtime Sinatra Opener, Dies at 86
Tom Dreesen, the stand-up comedian and actor known for his long run as Frank Sinatra's opening act, has died at 86. His family confirmed his death, ma...
Jun 19, 2026
Stewart Copeland Says He Has Stepped Away From Making New Music
Stewart Copeland is looking back on his career with a sense of satisfaction while focusing on projects connected to the music he has already created. ...
Jun 19, 2026
Cher Reportedly in Talks to Join Voice Cast of Animated Insect Adventure
A new animated feature could bring another entertainment legend to the world of voice acting. Reports indicate that Cher is in discussions to join the...
Jun 19, 2026
Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder and More Will Perform at Obama Presidential Center Opening Celebration
A major lineup of musicians will take the stage as part of the opening celebration for the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago. Organizers have annou...
Jun 18, 2026
WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Driver arrested for 7th OWI following traffic stop in Oconto County
(WFRV) - A traffic stop in Oconto County quickly turned into an arrest for one driver's 7th OWI offense, authorities say. According to a release, a trooper with the Wisconsin State Patrol pulled over a Chevrolet Impala for an equipment violation at 5:2...
Wisconsin traffic stop leads to meth possession charges
SOLDIERS GROVE, Wis. (WFRV) - Authorities in Wisconsin say one person is in custody on several charges, including possession of methamphetamine, following a traffic stop. According to a release from the Crawford County Sheriff's Office, a deputy conduc...
Another nice day before rain into Wednesday
The latest northeast Wisconsin weather forecast from Storm Team 5... We have another nice, high-pressure day in the forecast for Wednesday as highs end up a sliver under normal in the middle to upper 70s away from the lake. Near 70 degrees by the water...
Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to the Miami: REPORT
(WFRV) -- It was announced that legendary basketball star and Milwaukee Bucks player Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly being traded to the Miami Heat. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, Giannis was traded to the Miami Heat. Milwaukee is getting thre...
Bucks reportedly trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to Heat for four players, five draft picks
(WFRV) - The Bucks are parting ways with arguably the most iconic player in their franchise's history. Milwaukee has reportedly agreed to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo, along with Bobby Portis Jr., to the Miami Heat for Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Ja...
Howard approves deer hunting expansion
HOWARD, Wis. (WFRV) -- The Howard Village Board approved an expansion of its Deer Management Program in anticipation of this year's archery season. The expansion adds new areas where box hunting will be allowed. The decision was made to help Howard's e...
Fraud in Evansville: Scammers ask for thousands of dollars from shoppers
EVANSVILLE, Wis. (WFRV) - The Evansville Police Department is calling on the public to help them locate and identify multiple suspects involved in a fraudulent operation earlier on Monday. According to police, two males and a female in a white Volkswag...
STAT Blood Drive kicks off in Appleton
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) -- The Community Blood Center in Appleton is rolling out a series of STAT blood drives, starting June 22. STAT stands for Summer Tour for All Types, and their goal is to save more than 1,300 lives by welcoming hundreds of donors t...
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