Tribute to veterans: Ceremony held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial
MILWAUKEE -- On Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11th, people came together across the Milwaukee area to pay tribute to those who have served the country.A Veterans Day ceremony was held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial.
MILWAUKEE -- On Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11th, people came together across the Milwaukee area to pay tribute to those who have served the country.A Veterans Day ceremony was held at the Milwaukee County War Memorial.
Gov. Scott Walker honors veterans during Capitol ceremony on Veterans Day
MADISON — Governor Scott Walker says the best way to celebrate Veterans Day is to try harder to reach out to fellow citizens and stand up for everyone's rights and freedoms.Walker delivered the message at a Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday, November 11th in the Capitol rotunda.Walker recalled his own visit to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., as a high school student in 1985 and how he was moved by tracing the names of those who died and seeing his own reflection in the wall.Two Wisconsin residents killed in action in Vietnam, Leonard Thompson and Lawrence Joseph Butler, were honored during the ceremony.Later Wednesday, Walker was to recognize the 2015 Veteran of the Year Ralph Bagneski at a ceremony in Milwaukee.
MADISON — Governor Scott Walker says the best way to celebrate Veterans Day is to try harder to reach out to fellow citizens and stand up for everyone's rights and freedoms.Walker delivered the message at a Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday, November 11th in the Capitol rotunda.Walker recalled his own visit to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., as a high school student in 1985 and how he was moved by tracing the names of those who died and seeing his own reflection in the wall.Two Wisconsin residents killed in action in Vietnam, Leonard Thompson and Lawrence Joseph Butler, were honored during the ceremony.Later Wednesday, Walker was to recognize the 2015 Veteran of the Year Ralph Bagneski at a ceremony in Milwaukee.
Veterans Day 2015: Restaurants, businesses offer freebies for veterans and military personnel
MILWAUKEE -- Veterans Day is on Wednesday, November 11th -- and several area restaurants and stores are offering special discounts, free meals or free admission to veterans and active duty military personnel to thank them for their military service.Note: Offers are at participating locations and uniform or military ID may be required as proof of service.
MILWAUKEE -- Veterans Day is on Wednesday, November 11th -- and several area restaurants and stores are offering special discounts, free meals or free admission to veterans and active duty military personnel to thank them for their military service.Note: Offers are at participating locations and uniform or military ID may be required as proof of service.
The Veterans Day memorial that is only 'perfect' one day a year
ANTHEM, Ariz. -- It's a "perfect" tribute that can only be seen on Veterans Day each year.The Anthem Veterans Memorial, located in Anthem, Arizona, is a monument dedicated to honor the service and sacrifice of our armed forces.According to the city's official website:
ANTHEM, Ariz. -- It's a "perfect" tribute that can only be seen on Veterans Day each year.The Anthem Veterans Memorial, located in Anthem, Arizona, is a monument dedicated to honor the service and sacrifice of our armed forces.According to the city's official website:
Help our area veterans while satisfying your sweet tooth, but how?
CUDAHY -- Help our area veterans while satisfying your sweet tooth.
CUDAHY -- Help our area veterans while satisfying your sweet tooth.
Are you ready for Thanksgiving? Holiday cooking essentials to pull off the perfect meal
MILWAUKEE -- Andrew Hucker from Bed, Bath and Beyond joins FOX6 WakeUp with a few holiday cooking essentials to pull off the perfect meal.
MILWAUKEE -- Andrew Hucker from Bed, Bath and Beyond joins FOX6 WakeUp with a few holiday cooking essentials to pull off the perfect meal.
Veterans Day: Plenty of ways to honor the veterans in southeast Wisconsin
MILWAUKEE -- Veterans Day is on Wednesday, November 11th -- and there are plenty of ways you can honor the veterans right here in Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE -- Veterans Day is on Wednesday, November 11th -- and there are plenty of ways you can honor the veterans right here in Milwaukee.
PICTURES: View & submit pictures of your child in their Halloween best!
MILWAUKEE -- From the scary to the cute -- the whimsical to the frightening.
MILWAUKEE -- From the scary to the cute -- the whimsical to the frightening.
Gov. Walker speaks at school in Kenosha for Veterans Day program: “We owe our veterans a debt of gratitude"
KENOSHA -- Governor Scott Walker joined students, staff, veterans, and their families Wednesday, November 4th at Christian Life School in Kenosha for their Veterans Day program.
KENOSHA -- Governor Scott Walker joined students, staff, veterans, and their families Wednesday, November 4th at Christian Life School in Kenosha for their Veterans Day program.
It's that time already! Santa will arrive at Brookfield Square Mall this Saturday, Nov. 7th!
BROOKFIELD -- Santa Claus will arrive at Brookfield Square Mall THIS Saturday, November 7.Children of all ages are invited to celebrate the holiday season with a visit to Santa.Visits with Santa will be available through Christmas as follows:Mondays – Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Visits with Santa are always free and photo packages are available for purchase.
BROOKFIELD -- Santa Claus will arrive at Brookfield Square Mall THIS Saturday, November 7.Children of all ages are invited to celebrate the holiday season with a visit to Santa.Visits with Santa will be available through Christmas as follows:Mondays – Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.Visits with Santa are always free and photo packages are available for purchase.
Police: Medical issue may have caused deadly Halloween crash in New York City
NEW YORK — Investigators are looking into whether a medical condition may have caused a motorist to smash into a group of New York City trick-or-treaters, killing three people including a 10-year-old girl.The car jumped a curb in the Bronx, leaving behind mangled bodies and bloodied costumes.
NEW YORK — Investigators are looking into whether a medical condition may have caused a motorist to smash into a group of New York City trick-or-treaters, killing three people including a 10-year-old girl.The car jumped a curb in the Bronx, leaving behind mangled bodies and bloodied costumes.
Madison police report few arrests during 'Freakfest,' more than 34,000 tickets sold
MADISON — Madison police report only a handful of arrests after thousands of people descended on downtown for the city's annual Halloween party.Police say more than 34,000 tickets were sold for Saturday night's "Freakfest." As of 1:30 a.m. Sunday, November 1st, there were only nine arrests, with two of the nine going to jail.Police say most citations were for having open intoxicants on the street or violating the glass ban.Officers responded to a couple of fights, and a loaded handgun was confiscated from a drunken concealed-carry permit holder after he tried to enter the venue.The most serious injury was a broken leg suffered by a woman who fell off a curb.WISC-TV (http://bit.ly/1NKLQLt) reports since the city took over Madison's Halloween celebration in 2006, there have been no major incidents.
MADISON — Madison police report only a handful of arrests after thousands of people descended on downtown for the city's annual Halloween party.Police say more than 34,000 tickets were sold for Saturday night's "Freakfest." As of 1:30 a.m. Sunday, November 1st, there were only nine arrests, with two of the nine going to jail.Police say most citations were for having open intoxicants on the street or violating the glass ban.Officers responded to a couple of fights, and a loaded handgun was confiscated from a drunken concealed-carry permit holder after he tried to enter the venue.The most serious injury was a broken leg suffered by a woman who fell off a curb.WISC-TV (http://bit.ly/1NKLQLt) reports since the city took over Madison's Halloween celebration in 2006, there have been no major incidents.
Police in Minnesota, Pennsylvania warn parents after needles reportedly found in Halloween candy
PENNSYLVANIA -- Police in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, about 50 miles west of Philadelphia are investigating reports of needles found in Halloween candy.Police said on Facebook Sunday, November 1st "a needle-type item" was found inside five wrapped Twix bars, and a Snickers bar.The incidents have police encouraging parents to carefully check their children's Halloween candy.According to KFOR -- a man allegedly saw a post on Facebook from a parents who indicated their child's Snickers candy bar had needles in it.
PENNSYLVANIA -- Police in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, about 50 miles west of Philadelphia are investigating reports of needles found in Halloween candy.Police said on Facebook Sunday, November 1st "a needle-type item" was found inside five wrapped Twix bars, and a Snickers bar.The incidents have police encouraging parents to carefully check their children's Halloween candy.According to KFOR -- a man allegedly saw a post on Facebook from a parents who indicated their child's Snickers candy bar had needles in it.
"We'll be tracking:" Officials keep a close eye on area sex offenders during Halloween trick-or-treat
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Local law enforcers are teaming up with probation and parole agents to keep the streets safe for kids this Halloween.As the littlest trick-or-treaters make the rounds, so do local law enforcers -- but these groups aren't looking for candy.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY -- Local law enforcers are teaming up with probation and parole agents to keep the streets safe for kids this Halloween.As the littlest trick-or-treaters make the rounds, so do local law enforcers -- but these groups aren't looking for candy.
Have a Halloween party this weekend? Check out these hair-raising recipes
MILWAUKEE -- Have a Halloween party this weekend?
MILWAUKEE -- Have a Halloween party this weekend?
Woman followed after leaving Plymouth bar, attacked in woods: "If you scream, I'm going to kill you"
SHEYBOYGAN COUNTY -- It was supposed to be a fun night out celebrating Halloween.
SHEYBOYGAN COUNTY -- It was supposed to be a fun night out celebrating Halloween.
To combat drunken driving, law enforcement officers will be out in force on Halloween
MILWAUKEE -- With Halloween celebrated on a Saturday this year, law enforcement agencies will be out in force looking for drunken drivers this weekend.“Halloween not only is a time for kids to trick or treat, it’s also a night of partying for adults, especially when the holiday falls on a weekend.
MILWAUKEE -- With Halloween celebrated on a Saturday this year, law enforcement agencies will be out in force looking for drunken drivers this weekend.“Halloween not only is a time for kids to trick or treat, it’s also a night of partying for adults, especially when the holiday falls on a weekend.
Packers, Levi's offer fans the chance to experience Thanksgiving at Lambeau Field
GREEN BAY -- The Packers and Levi’s are offering fans the chance to have a Thanksgiving to remember, with one grand prize winner receiving 10 tickets to the much-anticipated Packers-Bears game at Lambeau Field on Thanksgiving night.In addition to the game tickets and gameday parking, the grand prize winner will receive a fully catered Thanksgiving tailgate spread setup with Levi’s Airstream trailer, Levi’s custom gear for the entire family, and a $500 Packers Pro Shop gift card.Fans can enter the sweepstakes once now through Nov. 9, 2015, and can receive an extra entry for every fan they recommend who enters the sweepstakes.The winner will be randomly selected from all of the entries.To enter the sweepstakes and see the official contest rules, CLICK HERE.
GREEN BAY -- The Packers and Levi’s are offering fans the chance to have a Thanksgiving to remember, with one grand prize winner receiving 10 tickets to the much-anticipated Packers-Bears game at Lambeau Field on Thanksgiving night.In addition to the game tickets and gameday parking, the grand prize winner will receive a fully catered Thanksgiving tailgate spread setup with Levi’s Airstream trailer, Levi’s custom gear for the entire family, and a $500 Packers Pro Shop gift card.Fans can enter the sweepstakes once now through Nov. 9, 2015, and can receive an extra entry for every fan they recommend who enters the sweepstakes.The winner will be randomly selected from all of the entries.To enter the sweepstakes and see the official contest rules, CLICK HERE.
Trick-or-Treat held the Sunday before Halloween in Wauwatosa, and some were caught off-guard
WAUWATOSA -- On Sunday, October 25th, Halloween was still about a week away, but in Wauwatosa, it was time for Trick-or-Treat.
WAUWATOSA -- On Sunday, October 25th, Halloween was still about a week away, but in Wauwatosa, it was time for Trick-or-Treat.