Chance for a thunderstorm this evening
The Latest from Storm Team 5… A cold front dropping in from Lake Superior and central Canada is sparking scattered showers and storms in northern WI. Expect a chance for a passing shower or thunderstorm this afternoon and into the evening. Severe weather looks low but non zero with the main impacts being hail, gusty...
Law enforcement wants to prevent impaired boating over holiday weekend
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Boaters should expect patrols to be out in full force this holiday weekend, with the goal of avoiding potential tragedy on the water. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) demonstrated a seated field sobriety test on Wednesday. Wisconsin DNR Deputy Chief Conservation Warden Matt...
Documents show subcontractors still owed money by contractor for new Green Bay affordable housing...
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - A First Alert about a long anticipated downtown Green Bay apartment project and local subcontractors involved in its construction. This week, the city of Green Bay celebrated new low-income housing, with the grand opening of the Fort at the Rail Yard apartment complex. It’s being...
Green Bay’s Paradise North brings farm-fresh spirit to your glass
(WFRV)- They are the oldest distillery in Green Bay and now they are serving up a farm-to-glass collaboration. In this segment, Tom Feld, owner and distiller at Paradise North Distillery spills the details on their new Escarpment Brandy. He explains how he began this collaborative project 2 years ago, how to try...
7 rescued when charter boat takes on water
The bill received swift passage through the Assembly and Senate to reach the governor, who signed it at 1:30 a.m. Record number of Wisconsinites hit the holiday road. A record 1.6 million people in Wisconsin share the road for the 4th of July break. Appleton police release video of wrong-way...
Local fire and police departments give 4th of July safety reminders
Body recovered from the Fox River near Leicht Memorial Park. Lawmakers set 2029 closing date for Green Bay prison in state budget. Lawmakers set 2029 closing date for Green Bay prison in state budget. State budget directs additional funds to projects in northeast Wisconsin. Updated: 3 hours ago. State budget...
Teen Convicted of Shooting Two People in Neenah, Including 11-year-old Brother
A teenager from Neenah has been convicted of shooting two individuals late last year. Court records show that 18-year-old Anthony Hendricks appeared in a Winnebago County courtroom on Monday (June 30th) for a plea hearing. Prior to accepting a plea deal, Hendricks was originally charged with two counts of...
Appleton police release video of wrong-way riders
A record 1.6 million people in Wisconsin share the road for the 4th of July break. The pediatric clinic at NWTC targets children without insurance or covered by BadgerCare. 'Operation Dry Water': Public safety officials promote sober boating. Updated: 14 hours ago. We're just a day away from the upcoming...
Wrong-way e-bike riders cut through traffic at Appleton roundabout
APPLETON, Wis. (WBAY) - Appleton police shared a video on their Facebook page to bring traffic safety to the top of everyone’s mind -- especially if you have a child with an electric bike. In the video you can see at least four people cutting through oncoming traffic at...
Temporary boating ban in Green Bay for 4th of July
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - A temporary boating ban goes into effect on waters in Green Bay for the 4th of July. Some areas are off-limits because of the fireworks for the Fire Over the Fox display Friday night. Boaters need to stay out the area between the Ray Nitschke...