South Carolina man said to be ‘showing off’ killed in fireworks accident
The 41-year-old was said to be “showing off” when he put a firework on his head, according to the incident report from the South Carolina sheriff’s office.
July 4th fireworks, parades; Milwaukee area celebrates
From a reading of the Declaration of Independence in Greendale to parades in Whitefish Bay, Franklin and elsewhere, the Milwaukee area celebrated.
100 Holes for Heroes; Hartland man hits golf course to benefit veterans
A Hartland resident is doing something extraordinary on Thursday, July 4 – to benefit veterans and their spouses seeking employment.
Nathan’s hot dog contest 2024 goes to Patrick Bertoletti with Joey Chestnut sidelined
Patrick Bertoletti wins his first Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest title, devouring 58 hot dogs and surpassing his previous record, in an event notably absent of reigning champion Joey Chestnut.
July 4th parades and fireworks 2024: How to watch live
Parades and fireworks are the highlight of the day today as Americans celebrate Independence Day, and you can watch it all right here.
Milwaukee 4th of July fireworks; city officials monitor weather
Milwaukee officials are tracking the potential for stormy weather on Thursday, July 4 – and its impact on fireworks at parks in the city.
New Berlin July Fourth celebrations; drone show added
A Fourth of July first in New Berlin: The city is adding a drone show to its Independence Day celebrations.
Are fireworks legal in your state?
The laws regarding consumer purchase and use of fireworks may vary depending on which state, city or county with which you reside.
July 4th Milwaukee parking, garbage collection changes
The Milwaukee Department of Public Works will be modifying certain operations due to the Fourth of July.
July 4th travel: What to know as 60M+ people will hit the roads
FOX's Kailey Schuyler joins FOX6 WakeUp with more details.
July 3rd fireworks encore broadcast benefits War Memorial Center
Milwaukee may have canceled the July 3rd Lakefront Fireworks display, but FOX6 will keep the annual tradition alive with a special encore broadcast of the 2023 fireworks.
Salvation Army Christmas in July; red kettles at Pick 'n Save, Woodman's
The Salvation Army's red kettles will be out during their Christmas in July “Love Beyond December" summer campaign at select Pick ‘n Save and Woodman’s Food Market locations in Milwaukee County.
Fourth of July weather: Who will have holiday travel headaches?
Here are some potential weather trouble spots across the country day-by-day through the weekend after the Fourth so you can plan your holiday.
July 4th firework safety tips; what to watch out for
There is less than a week away from Independence Day, and if you're thinking about setting off your own fireworks, there's something to look out for.
Thiensville 'Family Fun Before the 4th' tradition continues
Thiensville continued a decades-old tradition with "Family Fun Before the 4th" on Saturday, June 29.
Pewaukee July 4th fireworks, gun club donation helps fund show again
The Waukesha Gun Club's big donation is helping to fund Pewaukee's lakefront July 4th fireworks show once again.
Southeast Wisconsin fireworks locations, times
An interactive Google map that shows the 2024 communities' fireworks locations and times throughout southeast Wisconsin.
Juneteenth 2024: What’s open and closed on Wednesday for the federal holiday
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, commemorates the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in the United States learned of their freedom.
Flag Day has its roots in this Midwestern town
This Midwestern town lays claim to be the birthplace of Flag Day and all because of one tenacious teacher’s 1885 class assignment.
Milwaukee July 4th celebrations; mayor, local officials provide info
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson and local officials provided new details on this year's 4th of July festivities for the City of Milwaukee.