2024 Milwaukee Christmas tree search; DPW accepting nominations

The Milwaukee Department of Public Works is extending its search for the perfect tree to serve as the 2024 City Christmas tree, the department announced on Friday.

JCPenney to hire more than 10,000 workers this holiday season

JCPenney is hiring more than 10,000 seasonal workers nationwide ahead of the holiday season. Here are the other companies looking for seasonal employees.

Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival; when, where to see it this year

The 26th annual Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival will illuminate downtown from Thursday, Nov. 21 through Wednesday, Jan. 1.

Halloween 2024's most popular costumes predicted by NRF

A retail survey shows which Halloween costumes will be flying off the shelves this year for kids and adults. Do you know your costume yet?

Latino mental health struggles; Milwaukee program here to help

It's Hispanic Heritage Month and one local program is working to break the mental health stigma within Milwaukee's Latino community.

Hispanic Heritage Month, Milwaukee events celebrate culture

Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off on Sunday, and Mexican Independence Day follows on Monday. In Milwaukee, an explosion of culture is already underway.

Labor Day weekend; Wisconsin construction forecast for travelers

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will temporarily pause work on most highway construction projects around the state during the Labor Day weekend.

2024 We Energies Cookie Book distribution schedule released

It's a decades-old holiday tradition in Wisconsin. We Energies has released its Cookie Book distribution schedule for the 2024 holiday season.

South Carolina man said to be ‘showing off’ killed in fireworks accident

The 41-year-old was said to be “showing off” when he put a firework on his head, according to the incident report from the South Carolina sheriff’s office.

July 4th fireworks, parades; Milwaukee area celebrates

From a reading of the Declaration of Independence in Greendale to parades in Whitefish Bay, Franklin and elsewhere, the Milwaukee area celebrated.

100 Holes for Heroes; Hartland man hits golf course to benefit veterans

A Hartland resident is doing something extraordinary on Thursday, July 4 – to benefit veterans and their spouses seeking employment.

Nathan’s hot dog contest 2024 goes to Patrick Bertoletti with Joey Chestnut sidelined

Patrick Bertoletti wins his first Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest title, devouring 58 hot dogs and surpassing his previous record, in an event notably absent of reigning champion Joey Chestnut.

July 4th parades and fireworks 2024: How to watch live

Parades and fireworks are the highlight of the day today as Americans celebrate Independence Day, and you can watch it all right here.

Milwaukee 4th of July fireworks; city officials monitor weather

Milwaukee officials are tracking the potential for stormy weather on Thursday, July 4 – and its impact on fireworks at parks in the city.