WNAM MUSIC NEWS

Exhibit Focused On Bob Dylan's Early Years, 'How Many Roads,' Opening At New York University
The traveling exhibition from Tulsa's Bob Dylan Center titled, How Many Roads: Bob Dylan and His Changing Times, 1961-1964, will be displayed at New York University's Gallatin Galleries from August 15 to October 15. The exhibit delves into Dylan's tran...

Billy Joel Shares First Public Health Update Following His Brain Disorder Diagnosis
During a recent appearance on Bill Maher's Club Random podcast, Billy Joel opened up about his health issues for the first time since he was diagnosed with a brain disorder. "I feel fine," the 76-year-old singer told the host, while adding, "My balance...

Paul Simon Performs His Rarely-Played 1973 Hit, "Kodachrome," After Fan Offers Him $20
During his concert at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles on Wednesday (July 16), Paul Simon initially dismissed a fan who shouted out for "Kodachrome" during his encore. "I don't take requests, but I'll do some of it for $20," Simon replied. I...

Jason Aldean, Trisha Yearwood, And Old Dominion Top List Of Performers At 2025 Nashville Songwriter Awards
The 2025 Nashville Songwriter Awards is set to take place at the historic Ryman Auditorium on September 23. The event will feature performances by Jason Aldean, Trisha Yearwood, Old Dominion, Lukas Nelson, Jessie Jo Dillon, and others. The ceremony wil...

Steve Miller Band Cancel Remaining 2025 Tour Dates Due To Concerns About Extreme Weather
On Wednesday (July 16), the Steve Miller Band announced that they have canceled their entire 31-date 2025 North American tour due to increased weather disasters. The run of shows was scheduled to kick off on August 15 in Bethel, New York. "You make mus...

Connie Francis, First Female Artist To Ever Top Hot 100 Chart, Dies At 87
Connie Francis, known for memorable '50s And '60s hits like "Where the Boys Are" and "Who's Sorry Now?", has died at 87. Her death was confirmed by her friend Ron Roberts, and while the cause of death is unknown, Francis had been hospitalized earlier t...

Alison Krauss & Union Station, Billy Strings Top List Of 2025 IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards Nominees
Alison Krauss & Union Station, Billy Strings, and the Alison Brown/Steve Martin/Tim O'Brien collaboration, "5 Days Out, 2 Days Back," lead the nominations for the 2025 IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards. The ceremony is set to take place on September 18 a...

Director Of Billy Joel Documentary Shares Update On Singer's Health: "He's Doing Physical Therapy, He's Healing"
Susan Lacy, co-director of the upcoming Billy Joel documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes, has provided an update on the singer's health during an appearance on Good Morning America on Wednesday (July 16). The 76-year-old Joel has recently been diagno...
WFRV LOCAL 5 NEWS

Armed man killed by police gunfire at Perkofski boat launch
DE PERE. Wis. (WFRV) - A man is dead after an officer-involved shooting early Saturday morning at the Perkofski Boat Launch near the Brown County Fairgrounds in De Pere. According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice, dispatchers rece...
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At least 11 people stabbed at a Walmart in Michigan, and a suspect is in custody
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) - At least 11 people were stabbed at a Walmart in Traverse City, and a suspect was in custody, authorities said Saturday. Munson Healthcare said via social media that 11 people were being treated at the region'...
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Hot days ahead lead to storms early in the week
The latest from Storm Team 5... The heat and humidity is not quite done yet! Sunday and Monday are expected to be sunny, hot and humid with temperatures in the low 90s. Monday has a chance of late afternoon/evening showers and thunderst...
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Man found dead in home after multiple agencies battle fire in Winnebago County, cause unknown
CLAYTON, Wis. (WFRV) - A man in Wisconsin was found dead at the scene after a fire on Saturday morning in Winnebago County. The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office responded to a reported fire at a Clayton home around 9:35 a.m. on Saturda...
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CDC confirms at least 85 people experienced THC sickness from pizza place in Wisconsin in October 2024
STOUGHTON, Wis. (WFRV) - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a report about nine months after an incident at a Wisconsin pizza parlor where THC-infused oil was used to prepare dough. According to the report, at...
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Wisconsin among the 10 best states for retirees in 2025, study finds
(NewsNation) - Safe streets, quality health care and a strong retiree community make New Hampshire the best state to retire in 2025, according to a new report. The Granite State finished first on Bankrate's annual list of the best state...
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Person with rifle at De Pere boat launch shot, killed by officers, Wisconsin DOJ investigating
DE PERE, Wis. (WFRV) - After a person reportedly armed with a rifle at the Perkofski Boat Launch in De Pere was shot and killed by responding officers early Saturday morning, the Wisconsin DOJ has launched an investigation. The Wisconsi...
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Tesla passes several vehicles on Door County highway before crash, killing 1 and injuring 4
DOOR COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) - A 71-year-old passenger of a Tesla truck was pronounced dead at the scene of a crash Friday night on State Highway 42 in Door County that also left four people hospitalized. Deputies with the Door County Sheri...
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