WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Packers legend Donald Driver to appear at new Cousins Subs grand opening
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) -- Green Bay is considered Packerland for good reason. No matter where someone might turn, it seems that every place and person has a connection to the legendary football team. That connection extends to a brand-new, family-owned...
35m ago
Wisconsin Maritime Hall of Fame set to open in September
MANITOWOC, Wis. (WFRV) -- Wisconsin is home to a myriad of "Hall of Fame" exhibits. The Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame, the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame Walkway, and even the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame. A new exhibit joins the ranks this Septe...
54m ago
Wisconsin DHS shares info, advice on cyclosporiasis outbreaks
(WFRV) - As cases of cyclosporiasis-caused by the Cyclospora parasite and linked to contaminated produce that causes "explosive" diarrhea-continue to rise in the US, health officials in Wisconsin want to share critical information and advice regarding ...
2h ago
Dog in Shawano County shot 8 times, no known suspects
MAPLE GROVE, Wis. (WFRV) - Authorities in Shawano County are investigating an incident after a dog was found on Wednesday with eight gunshot wounds, a broken leg, and other injuries. According to a release from the Shawano County Sheriff's Office, depu...
2h ago
Fond du Lac's Jack Brenner signs record-tying $1.25 million deal with Atlanta Braves
(WFRV) - Fond du Lac High School graduate Jack Brenner is officially beginning his professional baseball career. Local 5 Sports has confirmed that Brenner has signed with the Atlanta Braves for a $1.25 million signing bonus after being selected with th...
3h ago
'Uncle Fester' sentencing rescheduled for next month
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - The man known nationally as "Uncle Fester" has had a new date set for his sentencing hearing, originally scheduled for July 16 and rescheduled for August. Stephen Preisler was supposed to be sentenced today following his convic...
3h ago
Parts of Wisconsin have some of the world's worst air quality as wildfire smoke settles in
It may be awhile before conditions improve.
4h ago
Air quality alert extended, upgraded to 'Hazardous': Wisconsin DNR
(WFRV) - Poor air quality levels, attributed to the current wildfire smoke drifting from Canada, will remain in the northeastern Wisconsin area even longer, with quality levels worsening from "Unhealthy" to "Very Unhealthy" or "Hazardous." The a...
4h ago
Thornberry Creek remaining open, golfers encouraged to "use their own judgement"
(WFRV) - Despite wildfire smoke creating poor air quality in the area, officials at Thornberry Creek say the golf course will remain open at this time. According to a post on social media, Thornberry Creek at Oneida is remaining open with all scheduled...
4h ago
Bay Beach closes again, among other Green Bay events, amidst poor air quality
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - For the fourth consecutive day, Bay Beach Amusement Park has closed for the day, joining a list of other activities in Green Bay that have canceled due to the very poor air quality throughout the area. Bay Beach announced the c...
5h ago
National News
Trump Considers Broader Military Options as Iran Tensions Escalate
President Donald Trump is reviewing a wider range of military options against Iran as tensions remain high across the region. CNN reports that the dis...
9h ago
Trump Replaces Strait of Hormuz Cargo Fee With Gulf Investment Deals
President Donald Trump has dropped a proposal to charge a 20% fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The plan had been presented as a way ...
Jul 15, 2026
U.S. and Iran Exchange New Strikes as Hormuz Tensions Rise
New military action between the United States and Iran has intensified concerns about a wider regional conflict. CNN's live coverage said U.S. forces ...
Jul 14, 2026
U.S. and Iran Exchange New Strikes as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise
The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified Monday as both sides carried out new attacks across the region. CNN's live coverage said A...
Jul 13, 2026
