Veteran armed with knowledge and wisdom, dedicated to life after war

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As we honor those who have served our country, Studio A focuses on one veteran's dedication to life after war.In December 1945, Julian Plaster returned home after serving his country in World War II.

Honoring veterans: Ceremony held in downtown Milwaukee; lawmakers issue statements

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The rain moved them inside, but it didn't stop the Veterans Day ceremony in downtown Milwaukee.Rain moved the ceremony from MacArthur Square to the gym at the Safety Building.The ceremony was put on by Milwaukee police and Milwaukee firefighters who are American Legion members.The ceremony ended with a playing of taps and a rifle salute.This particular event has been taking place since 1939.---Meanwhile, Governor Scott Walker issued a video message in honor of Veterans Day.

Are you ready for Thanksgiving? The turkey tools you should be buying now

Thanksgiving is a little more than three weeks away, but anyone hosting a holiday party will tell you, it will be here before you know it.

Deals & freebies for active, inactive, retired military on Veterans Day

(WITI) -- This Veterans Day, there are a ton of great deals and freebies for active, inactive, and retired military personnel.IMPORTANT: Store locations can often opt out of special promotions.

"The Bucks support us very well:" Veterans Day is "Military Night" at BMO Harris Bradley Center

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It started this past weekend, with the Veterans Day Parade in downtown Milwaukee, and the tribute to servicemen and women continued during Milwaukee Bucks practice on Monday morning, November 10th.The Milwaukee Bucks welcomed active servicemen and women to practice at their training center in St.

Parents get crafty with wheelchair Halloween costumes

(WITI) -- Parents are getting pretty creative when it comes to Halloween these days.Check out this awesome dad who didn't let a challenge spoil his son's special day.The 6-year-old has cerebral palsy and epilepsy.

Celebrate Halloween from the comfort of the indoors...but where?

Since the weather won't be the best tonight for trick-or-treating, you can celebrate Halloween with the family in the comfort of the indoors.

Drunk driving arrest on Halloween could be the ultimate horror story! Law enforcement will be out in force

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- With Halloween celebrated on a Friday 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.

Sheriff's Office: Five sex offenders arrested during "Operation Trick or Treat"

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office says five sex offenders were arrested as law enforcement officials checked up on registered sex offenders in advance of and during Trick-or-Treat.The Sheriff’s Office conducted its annual “Operation Trick or Treat” initiative on Sunday, October 26th.

Tips and tricks to stay safe this Halloween

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The only thing spooky about trick-or-treating should be the fun.

Wisconsin sex offenders must stay home Halloween

MADISON (AP) — Police are teaming up with parole agents across Wisconsin to make sure sex offenders stay home on Halloween night.All of Wisconsin's 5,000 registered sex offenders under active community supervision are subject to special restrictions on Halloween.Grace Roberts, who heads the Department of Corrections sex offender program, tells Wisconsin Public Radio they began actively enforcing the rules under the Halloween Knock and Talk program about eight years ago.Offenders are barred from putting up Halloween decorations that might attract children to knock on their doors.Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke says his officers will be out both this weekend and next reminding registrants they're being watched

Dreadfully delicious dishes that are sure to be a hit this Halloween

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- From drinks with a splash of scary to chips with creepy smothered on top -- we have you covered on what to serve up this Halloween.