State of Wisconsin prepared to welcome Santa Claus: "A mission we look forward to each year"

State of Wisconsin prepared to welcome Santa Claus: "A mission we look forward to each year"

MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker directed the Wisconsin National Guard and Wisconsin Emergency Management to once again provide assistance for a special holiday traveler Wednesday night, as he makes his annual rounds through the Badger State."This is a mission we look forward to every year," Walker said. "By tasking the Wisconsin National Guard and Wisconsin Emergency Management with providing food and water for the reindeer, along with hot cocoa and weather updates for Santa Claus, we are doing our part to help the jolly old elf deliver presents to all the good boys and girls in Wisconsin."Maj.

MADISON -- Governor Scott Walker directed the Wisconsin National Guard and Wisconsin Emergency Management to once again provide assistance for a special holiday traveler Wednesday night, as he makes his annual rounds through the Badger State."This is a mission we look forward to every year," Walker said. "By tasking the Wisconsin National Guard and Wisconsin Emergency Management with providing food and water for the reindeer, along with hot cocoa and weather updates for Santa Claus, we are doing our part to help the jolly old elf deliver presents to all the good boys and girls in Wisconsin."Maj.

Milwaukee Police Department District 5 officers give back to family that's been through a lot

Milwaukee Police Department District 5 officers give back to family that's been through a lot

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police officers made an effort to give back to some of those they serve ahead of Christmas on Wednesday, December 23rd.Officers with MPD's District Five played the role of Santa Claus for a family they adopted this holiday season.The family has gone through a lot -- with the mother recently suffering a brain aneurysm, and receiving treatment in the hospital.

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee police officers made an effort to give back to some of those they serve ahead of Christmas on Wednesday, December 23rd.Officers with MPD's District Five played the role of Santa Claus for a family they adopted this holiday season.The family has gone through a lot -- with the mother recently suffering a brain aneurysm, and receiving treatment in the hospital.

Yum! Try Chef Foster Deadman's Brown Butter French Toast for Christmas morning breakfast

Yum! Try Chef Foster Deadman's Brown Butter French Toast for Christmas morning breakfast

Between the presents and the excitement, Christmas morning can be a bit hectic -- and that's before you consider that you'll need to cook breakfast.Chef Foster Deadman appeared on Studio A on Monday, December 14th, with a recipe that utilizes items you may already have in your pantry.Turns out, you can repurpose all that cookie and cake decorating fun for donuts and cinnamon rolls for Christmas morning.Brown Butter French Toast (made from last night's French bread)IngredientsBatter2 whole eggs1 cup milk1 tablespoon sugar1/2 tsp vanilla extractCinnamon on the side for laterFrench bread cut into 3/4 inch slices on a biasButter -- about 2 sticks, but depends on the amount of bread1) Heat griddle or iron skillet to around 350 degrees or medium heat2) Add the butter to the skillet and move the butter around until the butter becomes a light brown3) Quickly add the French bread to the batter, remove and shake of excess, then in the pan with the delicious butter4) Sprinkle with cinnamon while the first side cooks5) Once golden brown on the first side flip and finish cooking for an additional 1 to 2 minutes6) Wipe pan and repeat as many times as neededSyrup is always amazing -- but what about left over chocolate ganache, Nutella, or some of those wonderful preserves and jams you just got at the work Christmas party?

Between the presents and the excitement, Christmas morning can be a bit hectic -- and that's before you consider that you'll need to cook breakfast.Chef Foster Deadman appeared on Studio A on Monday, December 14th, with a recipe that utilizes items you may already have in your pantry.Turns out, you can repurpose all that cookie and cake decorating fun for donuts and cinnamon rolls for Christmas morning.Brown Butter French Toast (made from last night's French bread)IngredientsBatter2 whole eggs1 cup milk1 tablespoon sugar1/2 tsp vanilla extractCinnamon on the side for laterFrench bread cut into 3/4 inch slices on a biasButter -- about 2 sticks, but depends on the amount of bread1) Heat griddle or iron skillet to around 350 degrees or medium heat2) Add the butter to the skillet and move the butter around until the butter becomes a light brown3) Quickly add the French bread to the batter, remove and shake of excess, then in the pan with the delicious butter4) Sprinkle with cinnamon while the first side cooks5) Once golden brown on the first side flip and finish cooking for an additional 1 to 2 minutes6) Wipe pan and repeat as many times as neededSyrup is always amazing -- but what about left over chocolate ganache, Nutella, or some of those wonderful preserves and jams you just got at the work Christmas party?

"That's your baby brother!" Big sisters find amazing surprise under the Christmas tree

"That's your baby brother!" Big sisters find amazing surprise under the Christmas tree

Three little girls got an amazing surprise this Christmas -- a new baby brother!Courtney Solstad shared a video on Facebook saying that her daughters had no idea Nathan was being adopted, so they put him under the tree to surprise his big sisters.Solstad said on Facebook: "We met them at the door and told them that we had been out Christmas shopping and got them a gift to share...and it was under the tree!"The video has been viewed on Facebook more than 130,000 times. 

Three little girls got an amazing surprise this Christmas -- a new baby brother!Courtney Solstad shared a video on Facebook saying that her daughters had no idea Nathan was being adopted, so they put him under the tree to surprise his big sisters.Solstad said on Facebook: "We met them at the door and told them that we had been out Christmas shopping and got them a gift to share...and it was under the tree!"The video has been viewed on Facebook more than 130,000 times. 

"It's been a breeze:" Few problems reported day before Thanksgiving; one of the busiest days for travel

"It's been a breeze:" Few problems reported day before Thanksgiving; one of the busiest days for travel

MILWAUKEE -- The day before Thanksgiving is always one of the busiest travel days of the year -- with plenty hitting the road and the air en route to their Thanksgiving destinations.For those who got started early enough on Wednesday, November 25th, things went relatively smoothly."It`s been a breeze," Caroline Dobler said."I left at 6 this morning and it hasn`t been bad at all," Scott Reid said.

MILWAUKEE -- The day before Thanksgiving is always one of the busiest travel days of the year -- with plenty hitting the road and the air en route to their Thanksgiving destinations.For those who got started early enough on Wednesday, November 25th, things went relatively smoothly."It`s been a breeze," Caroline Dobler said."I left at 6 this morning and it hasn`t been bad at all," Scott Reid said.

"Gifts they'll only use once:" Man plants hilarious, fake Black Friday sale signs at Target

"Gifts they'll only use once:" Man plants hilarious, fake Black Friday sale signs at Target

Millions of shoppers are expected to take advantage of Thanksgiving-weekend deals online or in stores this year.Photoshop whiz Jeff Wysaski went the extra mile to add some extra, and fake Black Friday deals to the walls of his local Target store.His advertisements featured sections titled, "gifts they'll only use once" and "hot gifts for centaurs."One of the "doorbuster" deals offered a tent with an angry opossum in it for just $24.99.Last, but not least, the ad said that customers who spent $75 or more could get a free falcon.

Millions of shoppers are expected to take advantage of Thanksgiving-weekend deals online or in stores this year.Photoshop whiz Jeff Wysaski went the extra mile to add some extra, and fake Black Friday deals to the walls of his local Target store.His advertisements featured sections titled, "gifts they'll only use once" and "hot gifts for centaurs."One of the "doorbuster" deals offered a tent with an angry opossum in it for just $24.99.Last, but not least, the ad said that customers who spent $75 or more could get a free falcon.

Mitchell Airport officials expect 16% increase in Thanksgiving-related travel this year

Mitchell Airport officials expect 16% increase in Thanksgiving-related travel this year

MILWAUKEE -- General Mitchell International Airport officials are expecting a 16% increase in Thanksgiving-related traffic compared with last year.Airline officials project that more than 201,000 passengers will use the airport between November 20th and November 30th.The busiest days are likely to be Wednesday, November 25th and Sunday, November 29th.On those days, the airport could see 21,000 passengers each day -- about 2,000 more than an average day.The least busy travel day will be Thanksgiving Day itself, when airport officials expect about 12,000 travelers.CLICK HERE for Thanksgiving travel tips via the TSA.CLICK HERE for arrivals, departures, flight schedule information, and more at MitchellAirport.com.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.

MILWAUKEE -- General Mitchell International Airport officials are expecting a 16% increase in Thanksgiving-related traffic compared with last year.Airline officials project that more than 201,000 passengers will use the airport between November 20th and November 30th.The busiest days are likely to be Wednesday, November 25th and Sunday, November 29th.On those days, the airport could see 21,000 passengers each day -- about 2,000 more than an average day.The least busy travel day will be Thanksgiving Day itself, when airport officials expect about 12,000 travelers.CLICK HERE for Thanksgiving travel tips via the TSA.CLICK HERE for arrivals, departures, flight schedule information, and more at MitchellAirport.com.CLICK HERE for more on this story via the Milwaukee Business Journal.

Are you hosting Thanksgiving? Everything you need to make it a success

Are you hosting Thanksgiving? Everything you need to make it a success

MILWAUKEE -- Chip is getting ready to host his first Thanksgiving dinner, so he's at Sendik's to learn about everything you need to prep for turkey day.

MILWAUKEE -- Chip is getting ready to host his first Thanksgiving dinner, so he's at Sendik's to learn about everything you need to prep for turkey day.

Katrina Kozar's Cranberry Relish & Cranberry Margaritas

Katrina Kozar's Cranberry Relish & Cranberry Margaritas

(WITI) Katrina Kozar from MasterChef Season 6  stopped by Fox6 WakeUp to share some Thanksgiving inspired recipes.

(WITI) Katrina Kozar from MasterChef Season 6  stopped by Fox6 WakeUp to share some Thanksgiving inspired recipes.

AAA: Stronger economy, lower gas prices means more travelers this Thanksgiving

AAA: Stronger economy, lower gas prices means more travelers this Thanksgiving

NEW YORK — A stronger economy and lower gas prices mean Thanksgiving travelers can expect more congested highways this year.During the long holiday weekend, 46.9 million Americans are expected to go 50 miles or more from home, the highest number since 2007.

NEW YORK — A stronger economy and lower gas prices mean Thanksgiving travelers can expect more congested highways this year.During the long holiday weekend, 46.9 million Americans are expected to go 50 miles or more from home, the highest number since 2007.