Veterans can soon apply for "veterans" distinction on license
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) Secretary John Scocos and Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Secretary Mark Gottlieb on Monday, November 11th announced that starting on December 2, 2013, veterans may voluntarily request through the WisDOT a veteran identifier on their Wisconsin driver’s license or state issued identification card.“It is fitting that on Veterans Day, WDVA and WisDOT announce they are beginning to implement the veteran identifier on driver’s licenses,” Governor Walker said. “Our veterans have sacrificed so much for the good of our country and it is only right that we ease this burden of proof.”Veterans who choose to get the identifier must first verify they are eligible before they apply for a new card.
GREEN BAY (WITI) -- Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) Secretary John Scocos and Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Secretary Mark Gottlieb on Monday, November 11th announced that starting on December 2, 2013, veterans may voluntarily request through the WisDOT a veteran identifier on their Wisconsin driver’s license or state issued identification card.“It is fitting that on Veterans Day, WDVA and WisDOT announce they are beginning to implement the veteran identifier on driver’s licenses,” Governor Walker said. “Our veterans have sacrificed so much for the good of our country and it is only right that we ease this burden of proof.”Veterans who choose to get the identifier must first verify they are eligible before they apply for a new card.
Gov. Scott Walker releases statement on Veterans Day
MADISON (WITI) – Governor Scott Walker released the following statement on Monday, November 11th in honor of Veterans Day:We have the privilege of living in the greatest nation in the world.
MADISON (WITI) – Governor Scott Walker released the following statement on Monday, November 11th in honor of Veterans Day:We have the privilege of living in the greatest nation in the world.
South Carolina soldier surprises son during school assembly
GREENVILLE, S.C. — There was a lot of hugging and tears on Friday when a soldier returned home from Afghanistan and surprised his son during a school assembly in Greenville, South Carolina.According to WYFF, Lt.
GREENVILLE, S.C. — There was a lot of hugging and tears on Friday when a soldier returned home from Afghanistan and surprised his son during a school assembly in Greenville, South Carolina.According to WYFF, Lt.
Laura hangs with men & women who have served our country
Laura Langemo hangs with the men and women who have served our country on Veterans Day.
Laura Langemo hangs with the men and women who have served our country on Veterans Day.
Tons of activities for veterans, active duty military on Veterans Day
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Veterans Day is an official United States holiday which honors people who have served in armed service.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Veterans Day is an official United States holiday which honors people who have served in armed service.
Marcus Theatres offering veterans free admission to documentary
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marcus Theatres invites veterans and active military to celebrate Veterans Day with free admission to Honor Flight: One Last Mission on Monday, November 11th.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Marcus Theatres invites veterans and active military to celebrate Veterans Day with free admission to Honor Flight: One Last Mission on Monday, November 11th.
Deals for veterans and military personnel
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Veterans Day is coming up on Monday, November 11th -- and there are some special deals for military families if you know where to look.Here are links to some of the offers available:
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Veterans Day is coming up on Monday, November 11th -- and there are some special deals for military families if you know where to look.Here are links to some of the offers available:
Free greens fees for U.S. military personnel, veterans
MILWAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Parks is offering free greens fees for all U.S. military personnel and veterans on Monday, November 11th.The offer is good for nine or 18 holes.
MILWAUKEE CO. (WITI) -- Milwaukee County Parks is offering free greens fees for all U.S. military personnel and veterans on Monday, November 11th.The offer is good for nine or 18 holes.
50th annual Veterans Day Parade to be held Saturday
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee's 50th annual Veterans Day Parade will be held on Saturday morning, November 9th.The parade will step off this year from the intersection of Wells Street and Plankinton Avenue at 11 am on Saturday.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee's 50th annual Veterans Day Parade will be held on Saturday morning, November 9th.The parade will step off this year from the intersection of Wells Street and Plankinton Avenue at 11 am on Saturday.
Mad mother of two-year-old creates ‘stolen pumpkin’ sign
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WJLA) – A Washington, D.C. mother posted a special message for the thief who stole her toddler’s pumpkin.“Pumpkins get smashed, pumpkins get stolen, of course.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WJLA) – A Washington, D.C. mother posted a special message for the thief who stole her toddler’s pumpkin.“Pumpkins get smashed, pumpkins get stolen, of course.
Healthier but creepy options for kids' Halloween parties
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- When you host a Halloween party for kids, they'll definitely want to be grossed out a bit.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- When you host a Halloween party for kids, they'll definitely want to be grossed out a bit.
Learn how to create your very own 'boo bag' for Halloween
Do you have a "boo bag" for Trick-or-Treating?
Do you have a "boo bag" for Trick-or-Treating?
Enjoy a not-so-scary Halloween at Betty Brinn Children's Museum
Celebrate Halloween with the kids without all of the scary stuff and even learn something along the way.
Celebrate Halloween with the kids without all of the scary stuff and even learn something along the way.
Get in the Halloween spirit with some magic
Celebrate Halloween with a little magic.
Celebrate Halloween with a little magic.
Are retailers ruining the holiday of Thanksgiving?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Are retailers ruining Thanksgiving?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Are retailers ruining Thanksgiving?
Get ready to scream at the Factory of Fear Haunted Attraction
Halloween is right around the corner, and that means many haunted houses are open and ready to terrify you.
Halloween is right around the corner, and that means many haunted houses are open and ready to terrify you.
Enjoy Halloween fun for the family at Hawthorn Glen
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Recreation’s “natural alternative” to the usual haunted houses is returning for another year -- and that's where Studio A's Brian Kramp found himself on Wednesday, October 9th.Family Fun at Halloween Glen encourages youth to learn about nature through a fun and interactive program in the outdoor setting of Hawthorn Glen, Milwaukee Recreation’s 23-acre nature center at 1130 N. 60th St. (see map below).The program, now in its 20th year, will run every half hour beginning at 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, and 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee Recreation’s “natural alternative” to the usual haunted houses is returning for another year -- and that's where Studio A's Brian Kramp found himself on Wednesday, October 9th.Family Fun at Halloween Glen encourages youth to learn about nature through a fun and interactive program in the outdoor setting of Hawthorn Glen, Milwaukee Recreation’s 23-acre nature center at 1130 N. 60th St. (see map below).The program, now in its 20th year, will run every half hour beginning at 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, and 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 11 and Saturday, October 12.
Walker announces search for 2013 Capitol Christmas tree
MADISON (WITI) -- Each fall, the State of Wisconsin searches for a Christmas tree to be displayed in the Capitol rotunda in December.Tree donations are based upon requirements listed below:
MADISON (WITI) -- Each fall, the State of Wisconsin searches for a Christmas tree to be displayed in the Capitol rotunda in December.Tree donations are based upon requirements listed below:
Man hurt after fireworks malfunction in Hales Corners
HALES CORNERS (WITI) -- A fireworks operator was hurt after a fireworks mishap during the Fourth of July fireworks display at Hales Corners Park on Thursday evening.Video submitted to FOX6 News by viewer Marcia Brown shows the fireworks being launched as normal.
HALES CORNERS (WITI) -- A fireworks operator was hurt after a fireworks mishap during the Fourth of July fireworks display at Hales Corners Park on Thursday evening.Video submitted to FOX6 News by viewer Marcia Brown shows the fireworks being launched as normal.
Families grill out, have fun in Co. parks for Fourth of July
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On this Fourth of July holiday, we saw summertime weather -- with partly sunny skies and warm temperatures in the 80s, leading many to head outdoors to take in some patriotic celebrations.The aroma of food being grilled up inside Milwaukee's Lincoln Park drew the crowds on the Fourth of July -- and fortunately, cooks weren't fighting the elements to prepare it.Clint Hardy took care of the brats, while ribs cooked up on another grill.But it's not just about the food.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- On this Fourth of July holiday, we saw summertime weather -- with partly sunny skies and warm temperatures in the 80s, leading many to head outdoors to take in some patriotic celebrations.The aroma of food being grilled up inside Milwaukee's Lincoln Park drew the crowds on the Fourth of July -- and fortunately, cooks weren't fighting the elements to prepare it.Clint Hardy took care of the brats, while ribs cooked up on another grill.But it's not just about the food.