Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
Good morning, Green Bay.
Local 5’s reporters—Jade Henschel, Lisa Malak and Millaine Wells—joined Habitat for Humanity’s 15th annual Women’s Build 2025 today and helped build a Habitat Homestead that will soon house over a dozen families while supporting women-led households.
Green Bay man Jacob Ventura was sentenced to 7 1/2 years in prison and eight years on extended supervision for harboring a felon and possessing a firearm while involved in the 2022 murder of Randall Denny—Gustavo Cantu is serving 35 years and Alejandro Cantu 15 years.
Felton Currie, 47, pleaded no contest to 10 drug charges — 13 charges were dropped — and was convicted on 15 counts in a large drug trafficking investigation in Brown County with his sentencing set for August 26th.
Wisconsin neighbors celebrated Juneteenth—the federal holiday marking the end of slavery—with various activities statewide; Oshkosh residents gathered yesterday at Opera House Square Sundial from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Door County neighbors will join a free celebration tomorrow at Martin Park—demonstrating a statewide commitment to honoring this important day.
UW-Green Bay said donors and proud alumni raised $204,900 on the second annual Giving Day, marking a 117% increase from last year.
The funds will support need-based scholarships and academic programs to help students prepare for jobs in the region—efforts that will boost local workforce readiness.
A crew from the TV show 'Cops' is filming Green Bay police at work—Police Chief Chris Davis said the department reviews all footage before any segment airs.
He said the Bay Beach arrest clip was filmed after the suspect was in custody and is unlikely to be used—he added that the show avoids sensitive issues.
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park announced it will host Accessible Zip Lining sessions on summer Thursdays—June 26th, July 24th, and August 14th—from 12:00pm to 5:00pm.
The events offer a safe ride down a 1,000-foot zip line from a 50-foot fire tower with trained staff on hand and cost $34.95 and tax per ride.
The Packers announced a training camp schedule with 13 open public practices starting in late July, with the first session on July 23rd at 10:30 a.m. The schedule also includes a preseason game against the Jets on August 9 at Lambeau Field.
ComedyCity: After Dark
8:35-10:05 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an improvisational show full of daring humor and audience participation.
WELS National Education Conference
June 23-25 — KI Convention Center — Registration opens January 2025 — Explore the theme 'Now You Are' and enhance school culture with insights from expert speakers.
Green Bay Kids' Day
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Bay Beach Amusement Park — Free entry with wristband — Celebrate youth with free activities, meals, and fun throughout the city.
Senie Hunt Trio Performance
6 PM - 12 AM — Hagemeister Park — Free entry — Experience an eclectic mix of musical influences from Hendrix to Marley.
E'NUFF SAID Live Performance
7:30-11 p.m. — Anduzzi's Sports Club - Howard — Cost not specified — Experience an energetic live performance by E'NUFF SAID in a vibrant sports club atmosphere.
E'NUFF SAID Live Performance
7:30-11:00 p.m. — Anduzzi's Sports Club — Cost not specified — Enjoy an energetic live performance by E'NUFF SAID in Green Bay, WI.
2025 Kitsune Kon
All day — KI Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate anime and gaming culture with panels, gaming, and a manga café.
Zeta Live at The Razz
7-11 p.m. — The Razz By Maldonado's — Contact for prices — Enjoy a night of music with Zeta in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Sweet Stroll On Broadway
6-10 p.m. — 164 N Broadway — Free entry — Delight in delicious locally made desserts while exploring charming shops in the Broadway District.
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