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Wham! Challenges Mariah Carey in Early 2026 Christmas Streaming Race
The race for the most-streamed Christmas song of 2026 is already heating up, with Wham! closing in on Mariah Carey's longtime holiday favorite. Accord...
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Kacey Musgraves Remembers Dolly Parton as a Rare Star Who Brought People Together
Kacey Musgraves is remembering Dolly Parton for more than her music, reflecting on the warmth, humor, and kindness that made the country legend belove...
6h ago
2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony Faces Major Absences as Stars Confirm Plans
Several major artists will miss the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, scheduled for November 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Ange...
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Andrew Gold Scores First No. 1 Hit With Halloween Song 15 Years After His Death
Andrew Gold, the late singer-songwriter behind the song that inspired The Golden Girls theme, has reached a new career milestone thanks to a Halloween...
Nov 12, 2026
'Purple Rain' Musical Sets 2027 Broadway Dates With Jordan Fisher as 'The Kid'
Jordan Fisher is set to take on one of Prince's most recognizable roles as Purple Rain prepares for its Broadway debut in 2027. The production announc...
Nov 12, 2026
Paul McCartney Ranks Among World's Three Richest Musicians With $1.4 Billion Fortune
More than six decades after finding fame with The Beatles, Paul McCartney continues to build on his remarkable career. The legendary musician now has ...
Nov 11, 2026
Snoop Dogg Biopic Reveals Star-Studded Cast Featuring Dr. Dre, Tupac and Biggie
Snoop Dogg's life story is heading to the big screen, with a growing cast bringing some of hip-hop's most recognizable figures to life. Universal Pict...
Nov 11, 2026
Juan Atkins' Music Streams Surge Following Death of Detroit Techno Pioneer
Interest in Juan Atkins' music has increased sharply following the death of the influential Detroit techno producer at age 64 on October 31, 2026. New...
Nov 11, 2026
WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Wausau man gets 10 years in prison for trafficking methamphetamine
(WFRV) - A 39-year-old Weston man living in Wausau will now spend the next 10 years behind bars after recently being sentenced for trafficking methamphetamine. According to a release from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Western District of Wisconsin, the 3...
Wintry Mix Lingers Ahead of a Dry Weekend
The latest from Storm team 5... The weekend is getting closer but we have to get through one more day with some snow and a wintry mix. Friday will see a drier evening with clearer skies but it stays cool as daytime highs only reach near 40 degrees. Sat...
Police in Michigan's Upper Peninsula complete delivery after DoorDash driver is arrested
MENOMINEE, Mich. (WFRV) - An officer in Michigan's Upper Peninsula had a new responsibility after a DoorDash driver was arrested in the middle of a delivery. According to the Menominee City Police Department, police recently arrested a DoorDash driver ...
UW-Oshkosh advances to WIAC Tournament Championship
(WFRV) OSHKOSH, Wis. - Following a 3-0 sweep over #5 UW-Platteville the #1 UW-Oshkosh women's volleyball team is just one win away from capturing its second consecutive WIAC Tournament Championship. The Titans swept Pioneers in straight sets, 25-23, 25...
Winter tease continues into Friday
From Storm Team 5... Friday will start cool and cloudy, with temperatures in the upper 20s to low 30s°F. There's a slight chance of light rain/snow showers or flurries early on (mainly before mid-morning), but little to no accumulation is expected for ...
Wisconsin fire department receives surprise $10K donation
WEYAUWEGA, Wis. (WFRV) -- One Wisconsin fire department is feeling blessed after it received a $10,000 donation. According to social media, the Weyauwega Area Fire Department received a donation from Weyauwega resident Don Gans, made through DAFgiving3...
UW Health initiative seeks to prevent premature baby deaths
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) -- November marks prematurity awareness month, which highlights babies born before 37 weeks and the impacts premature births have on families and the babies themselves. One health official, Dr. Claudette Onyelobi, a UW Health Kids ...
Former Green Bay resident arrested for death of two month old son
MEMPHIS, TN. (WFRV) -- A former Green Bay resident now living in Tennessee was arrested on three counts of homicide in connection with the death of his two-month-old son. According to a press release, the 35-year-old father, who lived in Green Bay at t...
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