WFRV-TV (Green Bay, WI)

In the early 1950s, a group of business leaders in Green Bay came together to establish the Valley Telecasting Company. After receiving approval from the Federal Communications Commission, WNAM-TV began broadcasting on April 25, 1955, in Neenah, initially with test patterns. Soon after, the station changed its call letters to WFRV, which stands for Fox River Valley, and relocated its license to Green Bay. With a powerful signal of 100,000 watts, Channel 5 launched its programming at 6:45 PM on June 1, becoming an affiliate of both the ABC and Dumont Networks. The inaugural evening featured a special dedication program, followed by a full schedule of network shows. Viewers from as far south as Beaver Dam, north to Marquette, Michigan, and as far west as Wisconsin Rapids to Port Washington along Lake Michigan could easily tune in to Channel 5. In no time, WFRV-TV5 became a vital part of the local community.

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First judge approves Trump invoking Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans

1 day ago | wearegreenbay.com | Zach Schonfeld |Rebecca Beitsch

A federal judge ruled Tuesday that President Trump can invoke the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to remove Tren de Aragua members but determined the administration has provided insufficient notice before carrying out the deportations. U.S. District Judge Stephanie Haines’s ruling contrasts with several other federal judges who have ruled Trump illegally invoked the wartime statute.
Microsoft to lay off about 3% of its workforce

1 day ago | wearegreenbay.com | Matt O'Brien

Microsoft began laying off about 6,000 workers Tuesday, nearly 3% of its entire workforce and its largest job cuts in more than two years as the company spends heavily on artificial intelligence. Hardest hit was the tech giant’s home state of Washington, where Microsoft informed state officials it was cutting 1,985 workers tied to its Redmond headquarters. Microsoft said the layoffs will be across all levels, teams and geographies but the cuts will focus on reducing the number of managers.
President Trump kicks off Middle East trip

1 day ago | wearegreenbay.com | Basil John

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – President Donald Trump is visiting three countries in the Middle East this week for business deals. The trip could strengthen ties between the U.S. and the kingdoms in the Gulf. White House officials say the president is looking to return to Washington with more than $1 trillion worth of investments in the U.S.The president received a royal welcome as he landed in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. “It’s an honor to be here with you, my friend.
House Republicans propose major reforms to SNAP

1 day ago | wearegreenbay.com | Aris Folley

House Republicans rolled out legislation Monday evening that would make significant changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), as the party seeks deep cuts to federal spending as part of a broader plan to advance President Trump’s legislative agenda.
Green Bay man accused of threatening to shoot up a Brown County golf course, cash bond set at $15k

2 days ago | wearegreenbay.com | Devin Willems

(WFRV) – A man from Green Bay had his cash bond set at $15,000 after allegations of pointing a gun at someone while at a golf course in Brown County. According to a criminal complaint obtained by Local 5, 33-year-old Phamorn Keomanyvong is facing seven charges related to an incident where he allegedly pulled a gun on someone at The Woods Golf Club. On May 7, around 1:40 p.m., officers were sent to The Woods Golf Club for a reported weapons call.
Pet Saver: Obi

2 days ago | wearegreenbay.com | Nick Witwer

Obi is 3 years old, weighs 48 pounds, and is available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Green Bay Campus. Obi loves his toys! After a long day of playing fetch, he will come back inside, still holding his ball in his mouth. He is also very affectionate, running to meet his family for some butt scratches and treats. Like all dogs at WHS, Obi is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. He also goes home with a free bag of starter food and a certificate for a free vet exam.
PBR Challenger Series coming to Green Bay for the first time

2 days ago | wearegreenbay.com | Nick Witwer

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Fans will have to saddle up for this one as officials announced that the PBR (Professional Bull Riders, not Pabst Blue Ribbon) Challenger Series will be stopping in Green Bay for the first time. According to a release, some of the top bull riders across the globe will show off in the ultimate showdown between man and beast for one night only inside the Resch Center in Green Bay on September 13.
Sports Xtra: UWO Softball Head Coach Scott Beyer

2 days ago | wearegreenbay.com | Cameron Ezeir

(WFRV) – After winning each of its last ten games, including a pair in the WIAC tournament, UW-Oshkosh softball is heading back to the NCAA tournament. Local 5’s Burke Griffin caught up with UWO skipper Scott Beyer to talk about the road ahead.
'I'm obsessed with you': Student teacher in Menasha accused of misconduct with a student

2 days ago | wearegreenbay.com | Devin Willems

(WFRV) – A student teacher at a school in Menasha had his signature bond set at $5,000 following allegations of sexual misconduct with a student. According to a criminal complaint obtained by Local 5, 23-year-old Cameron Mueller was officially charged with sexual misconduct following alleged incidents with a student. On May 6, a police officer in Menasha was reportedly asked to follow up on a possible incident involving a student and a student teacher.
Wisconsin DMV reports nearly 6,000 vehicles with odometer rollback, $37 million fraud loss in 2024

2 days ago | wearegreenbay.com | Nick Witwer

(WFRV) – Officials with the Wisconsin DMV are reminding car buyers to verify he mileage of a vehicle before buying it after nearly 6,000 vehicles were found to have a rolled-back odometer and $37 million was lost in fraud last year. According to a release from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, rolling back the odometer of a vehicle to change the vehicle’s apparent mileage is becoming a more common method of fraud.