Thousands petition to change Halloween to final Saturday in October

Thousands petition to change Halloween to final Saturday in October

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — When Halloween falls on a weekday, parents sometimes complain of feeling rushed and stressed.There’s now a movement change Halloween to the last Saturday of October.The  Change.org petition already has more than 32,000 signatures.“51 percent Of Millennials say Halloween is their favorite holiday, why cram it into 2 rushed evening weekday hours when it deserves a full day!?!” the petition argues in part.The writers of the petition also claim that Halloween is dangerous for many children who aren't accompanied by their parents.“70% of parents don’t accompany their children trick-or-treating,” the petition reads. “You’re never too old to trick-or-treat!

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — When Halloween falls on a weekday, parents sometimes complain of feeling rushed and stressed.There’s now a movement change Halloween to the last Saturday of October.The  Change.org petition already has more than 32,000 signatures.“51 percent Of Millennials say Halloween is their favorite holiday, why cram it into 2 rushed evening weekday hours when it deserves a full day!?!” the petition argues in part.The writers of the petition also claim that Halloween is dangerous for many children who aren't accompanied by their parents.“70% of parents don’t accompany their children trick-or-treating,” the petition reads. “You’re never too old to trick-or-treat!

She was 1st in her family to come to US for higher ed; now she's VP of HR at Rockwell

She was 1st in her family to come to US for higher ed; now she's VP of HR at Rockwell

She was the first in her family to venture into the United States for higher education. Now Marisol Coriano, a leader at Rockwell Automation, is using her life experiences to inspire future generations in STEM fields.

She was the first in her family to venture into the United States for higher education. Now Marisol Coriano, a leader at Rockwell Automation, is using her life experiences to inspire future generations in STEM fields.

Most popular Halloween candy ranked state by state

Most popular Halloween candy ranked state by state

MILWAUKEE -- Folks in Wisconsin enjoy their Butterfingers -- this, according to Candystore.com's annual favorite Halloween candy-by-state rankings.The website reports $2.6 billion is expected to be spent on trick-or-treat candy in 2018.Using 11 years of sales data — looking at particular months leading up to Halloween — candystore.com found the top three “Most Popular Halloween Candy” by state.Butterfinger and Starbursts have been battling for the top spot over the past few years.In 2016, Butterfinger was above Starbursts, in 2017, Starbursts above Butterfinger and in 2018, Butterfinger took the top spot once again.

MILWAUKEE -- Folks in Wisconsin enjoy their Butterfingers -- this, according to Candystore.com's annual favorite Halloween candy-by-state rankings.The website reports $2.6 billion is expected to be spent on trick-or-treat candy in 2018.Using 11 years of sales data — looking at particular months leading up to Halloween — candystore.com found the top three “Most Popular Halloween Candy” by state.Butterfinger and Starbursts have been battling for the top spot over the past few years.In 2016, Butterfinger was above Starbursts, in 2017, Starbursts above Butterfinger and in 2018, Butterfinger took the top spot once again.

Applebee's $1 zombie drinks are here just in time for Halloween

Applebee's $1 zombie drinks are here just in time for Halloween

MILWAUKEE -- Applebee's has officially unveiled the latest addition to their "Neighborhood Drink" menu -- and it's seriously spooky.Just in time for Halloween, the "Dollar Zombie" is described by Applebee's as a mixture of rum, pineapple, passion fruit, cherry, lime and garnished with a "gummy brain."

MILWAUKEE -- Applebee's has officially unveiled the latest addition to their "Neighborhood Drink" menu -- and it's seriously spooky.Just in time for Halloween, the "Dollar Zombie" is described by Applebee's as a mixture of rum, pineapple, passion fruit, cherry, lime and garnished with a "gummy brain."

Dinorah Marquez uses violin to help Latino youth connect with their roots

Dinorah Marquez uses violin to help Latino youth connect with their roots

The violin is an instrument with a rich history. At the United Community Center on Milwaukee’s south side, it can be found in the hands of young people, eager to learn it. At the head of the classroom is Dinorah Marquez.

The violin is an instrument with a rich history. At the United Community Center on Milwaukee’s south side, it can be found in the hands of young people, eager to learn it. At the head of the classroom is Dinorah Marquez.

Boo! A Halloween display was so scary, a neighbor called 911

Boo! A Halloween display was so scary, a neighbor called 911

WEST FARGO, N.D. — A Halloween decoration hanging in the window of a North Dakota home is so scary that it prompted calls from concerned neighbors and at least one plea for police assistance.The sign reading "Help Me," which appears to be written in blood, is part of Becky Muhs' display for her favorite holiday at her West Fargo home.WDAY-TV reports that Muhs and her husband began getting messages from neighbors over the weekend asking if they were OK, and one neighbor even dialed 911, leading to a visit from a police officer.Muhs says the incident ended in a laugh and that the officer didn't ask her to take the sign down.

WEST FARGO, N.D. — A Halloween decoration hanging in the window of a North Dakota home is so scary that it prompted calls from concerned neighbors and at least one plea for police assistance.The sign reading "Help Me," which appears to be written in blood, is part of Becky Muhs' display for her favorite holiday at her West Fargo home.WDAY-TV reports that Muhs and her husband began getting messages from neighbors over the weekend asking if they were OK, and one neighbor even dialed 911, leading to a visit from a police officer.Muhs says the incident ended in a laugh and that the officer didn't ask her to take the sign down.

'I knew this is what I want to be:' Cuban native becomes Milwaukee Ballet star

'I knew this is what I want to be:' Cuban native becomes Milwaukee Ballet star

She works tirelessly to make complex choreography look effortless. At the age of 26, Marize Fumero is living her dream as a leading artist for the Milwaukee Ballet, but to make this stage of her life a reality, the young ballerina had to leap through many obstacles.

She works tirelessly to make complex choreography look effortless. At the age of 26, Marize Fumero is living her dream as a leading artist for the Milwaukee Ballet, but to make this stage of her life a reality, the young ballerina had to leap through many obstacles.

'Very proud:' A Cuban native, Marcus Theatres CEO's career comes full circle

'Very proud:' A Cuban native, Marcus Theatres CEO's career comes full circle

After holding executive positions at Walmart and other movie companies, Rolando Rodriguez’s career has come full circle as he serves as Chairman, President and CEO of Marcus Theatres. He was once a ticket taker at a movie theater.

After holding executive positions at Walmart and other movie companies, Rolando Rodriguez’s career has come full circle as he serves as Chairman, President and CEO of Marcus Theatres. He was once a ticket taker at a movie theater.

101-year-old celebrated Fourth of July on a jet ski

101-year-old celebrated Fourth of July on a jet ski

WALKER, Mich.-- At 101 years old, a Michigan man says his secret to a long life is keeping busy and even hopping on a jet ski once in a while.Bill Knottnerus, who says he's proud of his age, was seen cruising around Whitefish Lake this Fourth of July.“I loved it out there, oh yeah.

WALKER, Mich.-- At 101 years old, a Michigan man says his secret to a long life is keeping busy and even hopping on a jet ski once in a while.Bill Knottnerus, who says he's proud of his age, was seen cruising around Whitefish Lake this Fourth of July.“I loved it out there, oh yeah.

'Oh, you're scared of fireworks:' Good Samaritan helps reunite service dog with her family

'Oh, you're scared of fireworks:' Good Samaritan helps reunite service dog with her family

COLUMBIA, S.C. -- A service dog was reunited with her family after she became spooked by fireworks on the Fourth of July -- and took off.Angel, a 9-year-old Sheltie/Huskie mix is a service dog for Tracelle Higgins' daughter Jocelyn, who is living with cerebral palsy.

COLUMBIA, S.C. -- A service dog was reunited with her family after she became spooked by fireworks on the Fourth of July -- and took off.Angel, a 9-year-old Sheltie/Huskie mix is a service dog for Tracelle Higgins' daughter Jocelyn, who is living with cerebral palsy.

'Helps the community come together:' Special picnic held for the homeless on the Fourth of July

'Helps the community come together:' Special picnic held for the homeless on the Fourth of July

MILWAUKEE -- A special Fourth of July cookout took place Wednesday, July 4 for those who are homeless.The fifth annual "peaceful picnic" for homeless and at-risk people brought volunteers and people from various communities together.It was sponsored by the MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary at 24th and Center.

MILWAUKEE -- A special Fourth of July cookout took place Wednesday, July 4 for those who are homeless.The fifth annual "peaceful picnic" for homeless and at-risk people brought volunteers and people from various communities together.It was sponsored by the MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary at 24th and Center.

'Watching the radar:' Storms concern Cudahy fireworks organizers, but show would go on

'Watching the radar:' Storms concern Cudahy fireworks organizers, but show would go on

CUDAHY -- There were questions about whether the fireworks shows would go on in municipalities across southeast Wisconsin on the Fourth of July after storms moved in on Wednesday evening, July 4.

CUDAHY -- There were questions about whether the fireworks shows would go on in municipalities across southeast Wisconsin on the Fourth of July after storms moved in on Wednesday evening, July 4.

'1,800 flags:' Fourth of July display in West Allis is about as patriotic as it gets

'1,800 flags:' Fourth of July display in West Allis is about as patriotic as it gets

WEST ALLIS -- This just might be the most patriotic display you've seen in a long time!A yard near 91st and Montana in West Allis was decked out with flags, banners and even wind socks and wind mills for the Fourth of July.

WEST ALLIS -- This just might be the most patriotic display you've seen in a long time!A yard near 91st and Montana in West Allis was decked out with flags, banners and even wind socks and wind mills for the Fourth of July.

'It puts you right back:' Fireworks can be traumatic for veterans living with PTSD

'It puts you right back:' Fireworks can be traumatic for veterans living with PTSD

MILWAUKEE -- As we celebrate Independence Day, the sound of fireworks serve as a harsh relic for American heroes who have served our nation in times of war.Fireworks shows are beautiful and cause many to look on in awe, but for veterans living with PTSD, the booming noises serve as a traumatic reminder.“For some veterans, it can be disturbing.

MILWAUKEE -- As we celebrate Independence Day, the sound of fireworks serve as a harsh relic for American heroes who have served our nation in times of war.Fireworks shows are beautiful and cause many to look on in awe, but for veterans living with PTSD, the booming noises serve as a traumatic reminder.“For some veterans, it can be disturbing.

Watch: US Bank Fireworks show lights up the night sky along Milwaukee's lakefront 🎆

Watch: US Bank Fireworks show lights up the night sky along Milwaukee's lakefront 🎆

MILWAUKEE -- The U.S. Bank Fireworks show, the largest single show in the Midwest, lit up the night sky along Milwaukee's lakefront on Tuesday night, July 3."Each year we change it up a little bit.

MILWAUKEE -- The U.S. Bank Fireworks show, the largest single show in the Midwest, lit up the night sky along Milwaukee's lakefront on Tuesday night, July 3."Each year we change it up a little bit.

Best Family, Best Dressed, Most Patient: Meet the winners of inaugural FOX6 Fireworks Awards 🎆

Best Family, Best Dressed, Most Patient: Meet the winners of inaugural FOX6 Fireworks Awards 🎆

MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News is always so impressed with how many people spend days along Milwaukee's lakefront waiting for the big U.S. Bank Fireworks show -- so we awarded them on Tuesday, July 3.FOX6's Bret Lemoine found quite the party hosted by Natalia Renteria.

MILWAUKEE -- FOX6 News is always so impressed with how many people spend days along Milwaukee's lakefront waiting for the big U.S. Bank Fireworks show -- so we awarded them on Tuesday, July 3.FOX6's Bret Lemoine found quite the party hosted by Natalia Renteria.