Category Archives: WFRV Local 5 – Green Bay, Appleton

High school softball: Green Bay Preble, Ashwaubenon capture regional titles
(WFRV) - On Thursday, a bevy of our local high school softball teams were vying for regional titles and a spot in the sectional round. Green Bay Preble eyed its 26th win in a row to stay undefeated, f...
Cameron Ezeir May 30, 2025

Neenah Foundry fire still under investigation for cause, additional details provided on response efforts
NEENAH, Wis. (WFRV) - The fire at Neenah Foundry Plant 2 is still under investigation by officials; however, additional details are rolling out. The Neenah-Menasha Fire Rescue shared an official relea...
Adam Rosen May 30, 2025

Winnebago County Sheriff warning residents over recent PayPal scams
WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) - A recent scam has popped up for some Winnebago County residents, and authorities are urging people to stay protected and be cautious. The Winnebago County Sheriff's Off...
Adam Rosen May 30, 2025

Missing man in Wisconsin found, arrested for alleged arson in connection with apartment fire
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) - Police in Wisconsin say that a man who was previously reported missing after being discharged from an emergency room has been arrested for arson. The Madison Police Department r...
Adam Rosen May 30, 2025

What is the most misspelled word in Wisconsin?
(NEXSTAR) - The 97th Scripps National Spelling Bee took place this past week, showcasing the orthographical talents of the best and brightest youngsters in the nation. And unlike us, none of them were...
Michael Bartiromo May 30, 2025

Fond du Lac County deputies find half-pound of meth hidden in vehicle during traffic stop
(WFRV) - A man who was out on parole and had a warrant out for his arrest was taken into custody recently after Fond du Lac County deputies found a half-pound of meth hidden in his vehicle. A Facebook...
Ben Newhouse May 30, 2025

Green Bay man accused of sexually assaulting two 13-year-old girls, cash bond set at $50k
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - A man in Green Bay had his cash bond set at $50,000 after being charged with sexually assaulting two teenage girls. According to a criminal complaint obtained by Local 5, 37-y...
Devin Willems May 30, 2025

WATCH: Local 5’s 4 p.m. newscast from Light the Night in downtown Appleton
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - The first Light the Night Market of 2025 is finally here as downtown Appleton celebrates two weeks after inclement weather forced it to be rescheduled from May 16. Local 5 was ...
Ben Newhouse May 30, 2025

Packers annual shareholders meeting set for July 25, opening training camp practice to take place on July 23
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - The date for the yearly Green Bay Packers shareholder meeting has been officially set. The Green Bay Packers announced that the Annual Meeting of Shareholders will happen on J...
Devin Willems May 30, 2025

Hometown Hero: Marine Thomas Andrejeski honored with heartfelt surprise from Freedom High School students
FREEDOM, Wis. (WFRV) - In a heartwarming display of gratitude and community spirit, students from Freedom High School went above and beyond to give back to a local hero. This week's Hometown Hero, Tho...
Samantha Petters May 30, 2025
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