New charges have been filed against a Green Bay landlord accused of sexually extorting tenants.

A volunteer and the co-founder of the Safe Haven Hope Center are accusing State Senator Eric Wimberger of angrily confronting people at the shelter. The state lawmaker issued a statement in response to the accusations.

Photos on Iran state TV appear to show fragments of a US F-15 fighter jet https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/03/us-pilot-ejected-aircraft-over-southwestern-iran-affiliate-iranian-state-tv-claims/ 

One crew member has been rescued after an American aircraft when down in Iran, both U.S. and Israeli officials confirmed.

New filings were submitted in the case of James VanderLeest, the Green Bay man accused in the death of 2-year-old Leo Escalante.

#BREAKING: Search is on for US pilot who ejected over Iran, according to State TV. Iranians are offered a reward for pilot's capture. https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/03/us-pilot-ejected-aircraft-over-southwestern-iran-affiliate-iranian-state-tv-claims/ 

How a woman with dementia lost in Wautoma was found, and the search for her stuffed bunny: https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/03/missing-78-year-old-woman-found-safe/ 

Kids can join an Easter egg hunt and "adopt" a new buddy at an Oshkosh Area Humane Society fundraiser tomorrow https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/03/oshkosh-area-humane-society-hosts-easter-egg-hunt-adoption-event/ 

SILVER ALERT CANCELED: Wautoma police say a woman with dementia who walked away overnight is safe https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/03/silver-alert-issued-78-year-old-wautoma-woman/ 

ATMs across the U.S. are targeted by a terrorist organization from Venezuela, FBI warns https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/terrorist-organization-venezuela-targeting-atms-massive-theft-operation-fbi-warns/ 

40,000 people in central and northeastern Wisconsin still don't have power this morning https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/03/40000-without-power-friday-morning-after-second-round-storms/ 

We want to see your photos with the Easter Bunny (especially old family photos)! https://www.wbay.com/2023/11/18/submit-your-holiday-photos/ 

#RECALL: Novelty chocolates contain potentially lethal amount of Viagra ingredient https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/recall-issued-chocolates-containing-potentially-life-threatening-amounts-viagra/ 

SILVER ALERT: Wautoma police ask people to check their properties and outbuildings for a woman with dementia. She is not familiar with the area. https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/03/silver-alert-issued-78-year-old-wautoma-woman/ 

Do you get enough exercise? "3 Brilliant Minutes" discusses exercise shortcuts to get major health benefits quicker with less effort https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/exercise-shortcuts-you-might-not-know-about/ 

For Riley King's family, what should have been his 21st birthday celebration has become a heartbreaking search for answers after he was killed in a hit-and-run last month. FULL STORY: https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/03/family-riley-king-seeks-answers-after-fatal-hit-and-run-highway-41/ 

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin says it’s important to think about those impacted by the sudden decision to close NewCap and how to make sure no one slips through the cracks while officials look for answers.

Today, Green Bay officials demonstrated the state-approved electronic poll book system that will be used at polling locations for next Tuesday’s election.

25 hours after liftoff, NASA’s Artemis II astronauts have fired their engines and are blazing toward the moon. FULL STORY: https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/03/artemis-ii-astronauts-rocket-toward-moon-after-spending-day-around-earth/ 

The ice storms this morning led to power outages across the region, and at a restaurant in Neenah, one of those outages interrupted the breakfast rush.

PROGRAMMING UPDATE: The Wisconsin Supreme Court debate has been postponed to 8 PM tonight due to severe weather in the Milwaukee area.

A classroom volunteer at an Oakfield school has been working in education for over 70 years, and she's still going strong. Join Emerson Lehmann and meet Betty Lange. FULL STORY: https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/90-year-old-volunteer-continues-70-year-education-career-oakfield-school/ 

WE Energies and Wisconsin Public Service submitted two separate proposals to the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin on Wednesday. If approved, customers could start seeing higher monthly bills as early as next year.

A federal judge in New York tossed out actor Blake Lively’s sexual harassment claims Thursday against actor Justin Baldoni, but he left intact two retaliation claims. https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/blake-livelys-sexual-harassment-claims-against-justin-baldoni-over-it-ends-with-us-are-tossed-out/ 

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked the Army’s top uniformed officer, Gen. Randy George, to step down, the Pentagon said Thursday, as the United States wages a war against Iran. https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/hegseth-asks-armys-top-uniformed-officer-step-down-while-us-wages-war-against-iran/ 

The Fox Crossing Police Department has said that the police officer who shot and killed a dog at Fritsch Park in March was justified in his actions.

President Donald Trump said Thursday that Pam Bondi is out as his attorney general. https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/trump-has-discussed-firing-attorney-general-pam-bondi-sources-say/ 

The University of Wisconsin president refuses to leave after being told to resign or be fired https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/university-wisconsin-president-refuses-leave-after-being-told-resign-or-be-fired/ 

President Donald Trump has fired Pam Bondi as attorney general, according to several reports. https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/trump-has-discussed-firing-attorney-general-pam-bondi-sources-say/ 

#BREAKING: President Trump has fired his attorney general https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/trump-has-discussed-firing-attorney-general-pam-bondi-sources-say/

A 56-year-old Ashwaubenon man was killed Thursday morning after his SUV rolled over on Interstate 43 in Brown County, authorities said.

Over 20,000 people are without power in central and northeast Wisconsin. Outagamie County is hit hardest https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/over-20000-without-power-wisconsin-over-8400-outagamie-county/ 

This morning's freezing rain is a hazard for drivers and pedestrians, but it's also creating some beautiful images https://www.wbay.com/photos

FOOD #ALERT: Kids' chicken nuggets sold at Walmart might contain lead https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/dino-shaped-nuggets-could-contain-lead-officials-say/ 

We'd love to see this morning's ice storm where you are, if you can take photos safely https://www.wbay.com/photos

President Trump has discussed firing his attorney general over the Epstein Files, multiple sources say https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/trump-has-discussed-firing-attorney-general-pam-bondi-sources-say/ 

The DOT reports partially covered roads throughout WBAY's viewing area. Ice is freezing on cold surfaces. Be especially cautious on bridges and overpasses. https://www.wbay.com/traffic

A 30-year-old woman died in a rollover crash in Fond du Lac County late Wednesday night https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/waukesha-woman-dies-fond-du-lac-county-rollover-crash/ 

Schools are announcing closings, late openings, or virtual days https://www.wbay.com/closings

Howard voters will choose a new village president next Tuesday for the first time in 18 years after current President Burt McIntyre announced he would not seek re-election. FULL STORY: https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/howard-village-president-race-heads-voters/ 

Calumet County has 21 supervisors, and among those on the ballot this election cycle, five have no declared candidates, meaning voters will have to fill in a blank, selecting from a registered write-in or another legitimate name.

Manitowoc's Red Arrow Park Beach will see a multitude of upgrades this summer thanks to a grant from T-Mobile. FULL STORY: https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/02/red-arrow-park-beach-see-major-upgrades-this-summer/ 

And we have liftoff! The Artemis II launched at 5:35 PM CST for the first crewed lunar mission since 1972. Where did you watch this historic moment from? Let us know! ⬇️

The U.S. Marshals Service and Oshkosh Police Department arrested two people this afternoon on a felony warrant related to a weapons incident in another part of the state.

WATCH LIVE: NASA’s Artemis II mission will send four astronauts on a lunar fly-around.

Amy Dill, a 2001 graduate of Green Bay Preble High School, works at NASA as a capsule communicator and is a part of NASA’s Artemis II mission. STORY: https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/01/green-bay-graduate-plays-role-nasas-artemis-ii-mission/ 

UPDATE: De Pere Police now confirm an elderly woman was hit by a train.

De Pere Police are asking drivers to avoid the areas of Scheuring Road near Lost Dauphin and Grant Street near 6th.

It’s humanity’s first flight to the moon since 1972. NOTE: Tonight's launch may preempt our 5 p.m. news. Watch the launch live here: https://www.wbay.com/2026/04/01/nasa-is-set-send-humans-moon-first-time-since-1972/ 

$2 million cash bond set for man charged in Fond du Lac stabbing. Authorities said he's in the U.S. illegally.