WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
HS FOOTBALL: Sectional Championships
(WFRV) - High school football across Northeast Wisconsin is reaching the home stretch, as sectional champions were crowned and punched their tickets to the WIAA state semifinals. SCORES: D1 D2 D3 D4 D6 D7 To watch highlights, click the video above.
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Novem-brrr freeze to start the weekend
From Storm Team 5.... Saturday - It starts cold after a chilly Friday night (lows in the upper 20s, with possible patchy fog early). The day turns mostly sunny with lighter winds and highs around 50°F. Overnight lows settle in the mid-30s under partly ...
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Man in Wisconsin arrested for alleged child grooming and sexual assault
WAUPUN, Wis. (WFRV) -- A man living in Fond Du Lac was arrested after allegedly messaging and having sexual contact with a 14-year-old, according to police. According to a press release, the Waupun Police Department received reports on September 20 of ...
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Weyauwega International Film Festival brings global cinema to Wisconsin
WEYAUWEGA, Wis. (WFRV) -- Roll out the red carpet! Films from all over the world will premiere at this year's Weyauwega International Film Festival, including one locally made feature. 'Through Eyes of Grace', directed by Michael Thomas Determan and wr...
12h ago
Salvation Army receives nearly 5,000 coats for annual Coats for Kids event in Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) -- A local organization is ensuring every child in the area has a warm coat this winter. The Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay is holding its annual Coats for Kids distribution event on November 6 and 7 at the Kroc Center. Orga...
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Appleton cafe opens 24/7 community closet for warm clothing
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) -- As temperatures begin to plummet ahead of the holiday season, one Appleton eatery is finding ways to help people stay warm. The Moonwater Cafe is opening a community closet filled with warm clothing and is open to the public 24...
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Missions of Honor in Wisconsin expands eligibility for D.C. veteran flights
FOX VALLEY, Wis. (WFRV) -- Missions of Honor and Old Glory Honor Flight of Northeast Wisconsin is expanding who can apply for trips to Washington, DC. The organization is now accepting applications from any veteran who served on active duty in any bra...
13h ago
State volleyball tournament drives millions into Green Bay economy
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - The WIAA State Volleyball Tournament is bringing a boost to Green Bay's economy, with Discover Green Bay estimating the event will generate approximately $2 million in economic impact for the area. The tournament, held at the R...
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Xavier girls volleyball advances to state title game for first time since 2023
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Top-seeded Xavier punched its ticket to Championship Saturday with a 3-1 victory over Catholic Memorial in the Division 2 state semifinals. The victory sends Xavier to its fifth State appearance and gives the Hawks a chance to captur...
15h ago
Bay Port volleyball makes history, will play for program's first state title
GREEN BAY, Wis. - The Bay Port girls volleyball team is headed to the state championship match for the first time in program history. The No. 3-seeded Pirates punched their ticket to Championship Saturday with a dominant straight-set sweep of Kimberly ...
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National News
Trump Announces Possible Europe-Wide Security Deal After Meeting Putin's Envoy
President Donald Trump says a major security agreement involving Ukraine and potentially all of Europe is being discussed following his November 5 mee...
9h ago
Trump's 250-Foot Arch Wins Final Approval, but Federal Judge Blocks Construction
President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery has received final planning approval, although construction...
Nov 6, 2026
Oil Prices Fall for Fourth Straight Day as Iran War Escalation Concerns Ease
Global oil prices declined for a fourth consecutive day on Thursday, November 5, as investors assessed the possibility of reduced tensions surrounding...
Nov 5, 2026
Democrats Win Control of Congress in 2026 Midterm Elections
Democrats have won control of both the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate following the November 3, 2026, midterm elections, changing the ba...
Nov 4, 2026










