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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
'A little disappointing:' Mother Nature forces officials to reschedule 7 fireworks shows in southeast Wisconsin
WHITEFISH BAY -- Storms on Wednesday night, July 4 put a damper on multiple fireworks shows across southeast Wisconsin.
WHITEFISH BAY -- Storms on Wednesday night, July 4 put a damper on multiple fireworks shows across southeast Wisconsin.
'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
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's pretty hot!' On a scorcher of a Fourth of July, folks cool off in the water at Fox Brook Park
BROOKFIELD -- The heat and humidity did not stop people from taking in the sunshine on Wednesday, July 4.
BROOKFIELD -- The heat and humidity did not stop people from taking in the sunshine on Wednesday, July 4.
'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 🎆
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 🎆
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.
'Gotta get here early:' Closures, construction could impact your drive to, from US Bank Fireworks
MILWAUKEE -- It could take two hours to get to the US Bank Fireworks show this year because of road closures and construction.
MILWAUKEE -- It could take two hours to get to the US Bank Fireworks show this year because of road closures and construction.
AAA: Nearly 47 million Americans expected to travel this Fourth of July holiday
MILWAUKEE -- AAA projects nearly 47 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more away from home this Independence Day holiday, a five percent increase from last year and the most travelers for the holiday since AAA began tracking 18 years ago.According to AAA, the Independence Day holiday period is defined as Tuesday, July 3 to Sunday, July 8.
MILWAUKEE -- AAA projects nearly 47 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more away from home this Independence Day holiday, a five percent increase from last year and the most travelers for the holiday since AAA began tracking 18 years ago.According to AAA, the Independence Day holiday period is defined as Tuesday, July 3 to Sunday, July 8.
'Remembering their sacrifices:' Milwaukee VA honors the fallen in 88th annual Memorial Day service
MILWAUKEE -- They remind us that freedom isn't free.
MILWAUKEE -- They remind us that freedom isn't free.
'Respect the soldiers:' Hundreds turn out for Memorial Day ceremony in Union Grove
UNION GROVE -- In observance of Memorial Day, hundreds of veterans and their loved ones spent Sunday afternoon, May 27 where fallen soldiers have come to rest.
UNION GROVE -- In observance of Memorial Day, hundreds of veterans and their loved ones spent Sunday afternoon, May 27 where fallen soldiers have come to rest.