WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Identities, details released in Shawano County officer-involved death during disturbance
GREEN VALLEY, Wis. (WFRV) - Authorities have released the identities of the victim and the deputy involved in the officer-involved shooting in Shawano County on March 10. An updated release was sent out on Friday by the Shawano County S...
3h ago
Wisconsin traffic stop yields significant amount of cocaine, 2 from out-of-state arrested
TOMAH, Wis. (WFRV) - Over 145 grams of cocaine were seized during a traffic stop in western Wisconsin that led to the arrest of a man from Indiana and a man from Illinois. Deputies with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office say the inciden...
3h ago
Chuck Norris dies at 86, family announces
(NEXSTAR) - Chuck Norris, a martial artist and actor known for his appearances in "The Way of the Dragon" and "Walker, Texas Ranger," has died, his family has announced. He was 86. "It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the su...
4h ago
Gas prices in 8 states cross $4: Will Wisconsin be there soon?
(NEXSTAR) - Gas prices in the U.S. have only continued to rise this month, leading the Trump administration to roll out numerous policies aimed at bringing costs back down. Experts warn, however, that those efforts may not have much impact. Meanwhile, on Wednesday, the natio...
5h ago
More snow melt throughout northeast Wisconsin for the first weekend of spring!
The latest northeast Wisconsin weather forecast from Storm Team 5... Welcome to spring!!! We put winter in the rear-view mirror at 9:46am, a time we call the spring/vernal equinox. It will certainly be feeling more like spring tha...
6h ago
Tension Rises in the Gulf as Major Iranian Gas Site Sustains Damage
A strike on Iran's South Pars gas field has added a new layer of risk to the conflict in the Middle East, with early reports describing it as a rare h...
11h ago
Last neighborhoods plowed out in Door County
EGG HARBOR, Wis. (WFRV) - Local 5 News tracked down some of the last Door County residents to have their neighborhood roads plowed after the historic winter storm this week. Their attitude about the whole situation may surprise you. "W...
13h ago
Jordan Love sends message to Seymour boys basketball ahead of state title game
(WFRV) - The Seymour boys basketball team is headed to the state championship after a record-setting semifinal game, and Jordan Love is taking notice. The Seymour Community School District shared a video on Facebook of the Packers' star...
14h ago
Bonduel boys fall short in second consecutive state appearance
(WFRV) - In its second straight trip to state, #1 Bonduel fell to #4 Cambridge 71-49 in the Division 4 semifinals Thursday night. Junior Quinn Wesenberg led the Bears with 12 points in their lone game at the Kohl Center, while senior Ry...
14h ago
Nexstar secures merger with TEGNA after FCC, DOJ approval
(The Hill) -- The Federal Communications Commission and Department of Justice have cleared Nexstar Media Group's acquisition of fellow local broadcaster TEGNA, the company announced on Thursday. The company announced the deal's closure ...
18h ago
National News
Tension Rises in the Gulf as Major Iranian Gas Site Sustains Damage
A strike on Iran's South Pars gas field has added a new layer of risk to the conflict in the Middle East, with early reports describing it as a rare h...
11h ago
Inquiry Into Joe Kent Follows High-Profile Resignation Over Iran War Policy
Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, is under FBI investigation over questions about whether classified information ...
Mar 19, 2026
King Charles' Planned US Visit Comes Under Increased Pressure Amid Iran Tensions
Buckingham Palace is still expected to move ahead with King Charles' planned visit to the United States, but the trip is now under heavier political p...
Mar 18, 2026
Winter Storm Disrupts Flights and Grounds Travel Across U.S.
Airlines began canceling flights as a powerful winter storm moved across large parts of the United States, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and dang...
Mar 17, 2026
