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Vanilla Ice Performance Canceled After Weather Forces Freedom 250 Concert to End Early
A planned performance by Vanilla Ice at the Freedom 250 concert in Washington, D.C., was canceled after organizers ended the event because of concerns...
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30 Years Later, 'Wannabe' Is Still One of Pop's Biggest Anthems
The Spice Girls' debut single Wannabe has reached its 30th anniversary, marking another milestone for one of the most recognizable pop songs of the 19...
Jun 28, 2026
Lionel Richie Postpones Shows After Health Scare
Lionel Richie has postponed two concerts after experiencing a dizzy spell during the opening night of his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire. The singer...
Jun 28, 2026
Madonna and Feid Release Read My Lips for FIFA World Cup 2026 Album
FIFA announced the arrival of Read My Lips, a new collaboration between Madonna and Feid, as part of the Bonus Edition of the Official FIFA World Cup ...
Jun 27, 2026
Billy Idol and Steve Stevens Honored With Hollywood Rockwalk Induction
Billy Idol and Steve Stevens have added another milestone to their decades-long partnership after being inducted into the Hollywood Rockwalk during a ...
Jun 26, 2026
Daryl Braithwaite Steps Away From Live Performances After Nearly 60 Years
According to a statement shared on his social media, Australian singer Daryl Braithwaite has announced that he is stepping away from live performances...
Jun 25, 2026
Future Rolling Stones Concerts May Take a Different Shape
The future of live performances by The Rolling Stones may look different from the band's traditional global tours. Keith Richards recently shared that...
Jun 24, 2026
Madonna Says New Album Took Shape After Years of Biopic Delays
A long period of uncertainty surrounding Madonna's planned biographical film ultimately led her back into the recording studio and inspired a new musi...
Jun 24, 2026
WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS
Keeping pets safe during a heatwave: Tips from the Wisconsin Humane Society
(WFRV) - While Wisconsinites look to keep themselves and their loved ones safe during the upcoming forecasted heatwave, it's also important to check on all pets. Officials with the Wisconsin Humane Society are helping pet owners keep their pets safe by...
LIST: Cooling shelters across northeast Wisconsin to escape extreme heat
(WFRV) - This week, Wisconsin is under an extreme heat warning, with the heat index expected to reach 100+ degrees. Temperatures this high can be extremely dangerous, and everyone is encouraged to find somewhere indoors to take a break from the heat. B...
Heat safety tips from Wisconsin health experts
(WFRV) - With the heat index in northeast Wisconsin forecasted to reach into the 100s this week, local health experts are providing tips on how to stay safe. Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services are warning Wisconsinites to take t...
Wisconsin American Legion Riders hold "Cruise for a Cause" event
(WFRV) - More than 70 motorcycles were out burning rubber on the roads throughout Wisconsin this weekend as they took part in an event held for a good cause. Over the weekend, the Wisconsin American Legion Riders held its "Cruise for a Cause" event, a ...
Wisconsin 15-year-old hurt in shooting incident
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) - A 15-year-old in Wisconsin is hurt but in stable condition following a shooting incident on Thursday evening. According to a release from the Madison Police Department, officers responded at 5:33 p.m. to a home on the 2100 block ...
Menasha rallies for Community Clothes Closet's fundraiser
MENASHA, Wis. (WFRV) - The Menasha community gathered in Jefferson Park on Sunday to help support an organization working to help out those in need. Community Clothes Closet hosted its first-ever "Common Thread: A Community Day," which was an event fea...
Heat index in the 100s this week!
The latest northeast Wisconsin weather forecast from Storm Team 5... Get ready for a very uncomfortable week to be outside! We went from a recent stretch of nice summer conditions, to kicking into high heat and humidity quickly - and that starts today....
Tiger at wildlife sanctuary in Wisconsin passes away peacefully
WEST BEND, Wis. (WFRV) - A beloved tiger at a wildlife sanctuary in Wisconsin peacefully passed away over the weekend with her cubs beside her. According to a heartfelt post on social media, officials with the Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary confirmed the de...
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