CLASSIC HITS NEWS
Tony Thorpe, Guitarist and Songwriter for The Rubettes, Dies at 80
Tony Thorpe, guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for The Rubettes, has died at the age of 80. His family shared the news, saying he passed away peacef...
10h ago
'It Must Have Been Love': Roxette Hits Major YouTube Streaming Milestone
Roxette has reached another major career milestone as It Must Have Been Love passed one billion views on YouTube. The achievement marks the song's con...
10h ago
Charity Auction Will Offer Rare Whitney Houston Keepsakes
A new charity auction will give fans the opportunity to bid on a wide range of personal items that once belonged to Whitney Houston. The event, announ...
Jul 23, 2026
Phil Collins Says He Still Hopes to Record New Music
Phil Collins says the idea of making new music is still on his mind, even after years of health challenges. Speaking on the Sodajerker on Songwriting ...
Jul 22, 2026
Rush Reportedly Discussing Las Vegas Sphere Residency
Rush may be preparing for a major run of concerts in Las Vegas, with industry reports indicating that the band is in talks for a residency at the Sphe...
Jul 21, 2026
Twenty One Pilots Announce Global Watch Party and Live Mexico City Album
Twenty One Pilots are giving fans a new way to experience one of the biggest shows from their Clancy World Tour. The band has announced a global onlin...
Jul 18, 2026
Olivia Rodrigo Returns to No. 1 as Australia's Music Charts Shift
Olivia Rodrigo has returned to No. 1 in Australia with You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love. In the latest weekly chart update, the album secured...
Jul 18, 2026
Elton John Plans Exclusive Setlist for Mexico City Concerts
Elton John is preparing a special setlist for his upcoming concerts in Mexico City, giving local fans a show designed specifically for them. In a rece...
Jul 18, 2026
WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Police presence in Brown County, looking for suspect on felony warrant
(WFRV) - Authorities in Brown County are reportedly looking for a suspect on a felony warrant. Brown County officials confirmed to WFRV that they are looking for a suspect on a felony warrant. There are multiple squad cars near Allouez Avenue, Main Str...
LeBron James signing with Philadelphia 76ers
After weeks of speculation, NBA star LeBron James announced he is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.
Suspect arrested, Appleton police officer hurt following foot pursuit
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - Authorities in Appleton say a suspect was arrested and an officer was hurt following a recent brief foot pursuit. According to the Appleton Police Department, an officer witnessed an individual whom he knew and recognized as hav...
Hit-and-run in Kaukauna leads to arrest for 12th OWI offense
KAUKAUNA, Wis. (WFRV) - A 66-year-old Kaukauna man is in custody for his 12th OWI offense following a hit-and-run incident on Thursday night. According to a release from the Kaukauna Police Department, officers responded at 7:29 p.m. for reports of a h...
Appleton teenager faces potential broken collarbone after bicycle crash
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - An Appleton teenager may have broken their collarbone after recently crashing their bike. In a release from the Appleton Police Department, a Lieutenant noticed a young man lying on a local terrace with a bicycle in the roadway ...
Suspect with Department of Corrections warrant arrested in Appleton following brief foot pursuit
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - A suspect wanted with a felony warrant through the Wisconsin Department of Corrections is now in custody following a brief foot pursuit in Appleton. According to the Appleton Police Department, one officer was notified of the lo...
Appleton driver cited for operation violations, confined for bail jumping
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) - Police say a driver in Appleton was recently confined for bail jumping following an incident that also left him with several citations. According to a release from the Appleton Police Department, an officer conducted a traffic s...
Nice again Friday, warmer and more humid this weekend with a few storms
The latest northeast Wisconsin weather forecast from Storm Team 5... Friday is looking like another beautiful day as the state is still under the influence of high pressure! That means we will see just sunshine and fair-weather clouds, and the humidity...
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