WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Hawk hit by vehicle, rescued by Appleton police officer
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - An injured hawk is now getting the care it needs after being rescued by an Appleton police officer. According to a social media post, a hawk was hit by a vehicle on Tuesday and rescued by an officer from the Appleton Police Depa...
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Rain Showers Lead to a Wintry Mix
The latest from Storm Team 5... Rain showers have arrived and throughout the day we can expect these showers to remain as just rain as our daytime highs reach into the lower 50s. During the overnight hours as we cool down we can see these transition to...
1h ago
Veterans day rain showers move through
From Storm Team 5... Early Wednesday morning will already feel different from the mild stretch we've had. Clouds will be thickening overnight, and showers are expected to develop and move in by the pre-dawn hours (around 5-8 AM or so). Veterans Day its...
8h ago
"I don't think I'll ever forget that night": GB 2026 third round pick Chris McClellan reflects on his Packers journey
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) -- "Things are all going in the right direction for us. It's awesome to see, especially from my perspective." The Packers won big this past Sunday against the Patriots, blowing the team out of the water with a 45-27 score. A big ...
10h ago
Bald eagle dies from severe lead poisoning in Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE, Wis. (WFRV) -- A Bald Eagle that was found in critical condition and receiving treatment for lead poisoning at the Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) Rehabilitation Center has died, according to the organization. "Our wildlife team is heartbroke...
11h ago
November 10 Locker Room with Chris McClellan
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) - A new episode of Local 5's Locker Room aired live on Tuesday, bringing another week of football talk to a crowd of enthusiasts. This week's guest is Green Bay Packers rookie defensive tackle Chris McClellan, who was selected by...
11h ago
Green Bay Packers surprise local families of fallen heroes
GREEN BAY Wis. (WFRV) - Seven families of fallen military service members gathered at the Johnsonville Tailgate Village on Tuesday for the Green Bay Packers' annual Salute to Service event. It's a day dedicated to remembering fallen loved ones, sharing...
11h ago
Pat Murphy wins NL Manager of the Year for third straight season
(WFRV) - Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy has officially carved his name into baseball history. Murphy was named the 2026 National League Manager of the Year, capturing the honor for a record third consecutive season. With the latest win, Murphy be...
11h ago
Green Bay diaper drive looks to provide assistance to young families
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) -- The Family and Childcare Resource of Northeast Wisconsin (FCRNEW) is hosting a diaper drive event to help young families in need. Held the second week of every month, FCRNEW is allowing local families to pick up diapers at the...
12h ago
What's open and closed on Veteran's Day 2026?
Veterans Day is an annual U.S. federal holiday observed Nov. 11 to honor those who have served in our nation's armed forces.
13h ago
National News
Strait of Hormuz Shipping Risks Push Oil Prices Up From Two-Month Lows
Oil prices rose on Wednesday, November 11, as continued attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz raised concerns about oil supplies despite hopes f...
6h ago
U.S. Moves Military Aircraft From Second UK Air Base Following Reported Iran Threat
The U.S. military moved several aircraft from RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk, England, on Monday, November 9, following a reported threat linked to Iran. R...
Nov 10, 2026
Marco Rubio Defends Trump's Iran War After Republicans Lose Control of Congress
Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended President Donald Trump's decision to wage war against Iran on Sunday, November 8, saying the military campaign...
Nov 9, 2026
Trump Confirms New Strikes on Iran as U.S. and Tehran Continue Diplomatic Talks
Diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between the United States and Iran are continuing despite another round of American military strikes near the Stra...
Nov 8, 2026
