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Motown Songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs Dies at 87
Janie Bradford Hobbs, the songwriter who helped shape some of Motown's earliest music, has died at 87. Her family announced that she died on August 21...
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Céline Dion Health Update: Singer Remains Dedicated to Recovery and Live Music
Cline Dion says she remains focused on her health and her return to performing while continuing treatment for stiff-person syndrome. In a recent inter...
Aug 21, 2026
Phil Collins Shares Rare Health Update, Reflecting on Sobriety and Ongoing Recovery
Phil Collins has opened up about his recovery from alcohol addiction, saying he has now been sober for three years. During a recent interview, the for...
Aug 18, 2026
Bryan Adams Brings Out Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo for Rare Onstage Jam at L.A. Stop
Bryan Adams added an unexpected collaboration to his Detroit concert on August 15, inviting Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo to join him for a performance...
Aug 18, 2026
New Billy Joel Documentary Short to Premiere Featuring Unheard 1971 Radio Audio
A newly announced documentary is giving fans a rare look at Billy Joel before he became one of New York's most recognizable performers. The 20-minute ...
Aug 15, 2026
Fatboy Slim Marks 30 Years of Better Living Through Chemistry With Anniversary Reissue
Fatboy Slim is celebrating three decades of Better Living Through Chemistry with a 30th anniversary reissue of his debut album. In an anniversary anno...
Aug 14, 2026
The Sound of 'Ray of Light': How William Orbit Shaped a Defining Era for Madonna
Madonna has paid tribute to producer William Orbit, remembering the musician who helped shape one of the most distinctive chapters of her career. In a...
Aug 09, 2026
Madonna and Kylie Minogue Release First Official Studio Collaboration
Madonna and Kylie Minogue have officially teamed up for their first recorded collaboration with the release of Love Sensation (Afterhours Mix). The tr...
Aug 08, 2026
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Kaukauna principal's misconduct allegations spark parent outcry
KAUKAUNA, Wis. (WFRV) -- Parents spoke their minds the evening of August 24 at a School District Board Meeting, demanding transparency involving the principal at one of the local middle schools. Principal Luke Cromell of River View Middle School is acc...
Menasha schools support tornado recovery with free supplies
MENASHA, Wis. (WFRV) - As Menasha families continue recovering from the July 27 tornado, the school district is helping students start the new school year with the supplies they need. During Maplewood Intermediate School's open house on Monday, distric...
Summer 2026 marked by wave of major recalls: See a full list of recalls
(WFRV) -- Certain events or happenings define every summer. If there were one that defined 2026's summer season, it'd have to be food and drug recalls. From cyclosporiasis to salmonella scares, it seemed as if no type of food or drug was off the table ...
Merrill drug-trafficking lair busted during search for murder suspect
MERILL, Wis. (WFRV) -- A drug-trafficking lair was busted with multiple arrests in Merrill this past week, according to a social media post. On August 19, Merrill Police executed a search warrant for a man with an outstanding arrest warrant, which led ...
Teen summer employment in 2026 far below past levels: Pew
About 36% of teens have held a paying job this summer - down from over 50% as recently as 2000, according to Pew.
David Crowley makes campaign stop in Menasha
MENASHA, WIS. (WFRV) - Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley got a tour of the Multicultural Coalition Inc. in Menasha, seeing what they do nd how they are assisting those impacted by the EF-3 Tornado in July. It's a growing need that he hopes to so...
Wisconsin police rescue owl with injured wing
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) -- The Oshkosh Police Department harnessed the talents usually seen from animal whisperers today, according to a social media post. An owl in need of rescuing was saved by one of the Department's community service officers. The owl...
Our Weather and the Great Journey: Why Wisconsin Birds Migrate
(WFRV) - Summer is slowly beginning to fade, which means millions of birds across North America are preparing for one of nature's most remarkable journeys. From warblers to waterfowl, Wisconsin birds travel hundreds or even thousands of miles each year...
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