Here's what happens when metallic balloons touch power lines, PG&E warns

This Valentine’s Day, Pacific Gas & Electric, one of the country’s largest power companies, is warning people on why it’s a bad idea to let metallic balloons fly into the air.

Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday collide: When love meets Lent

Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day fall on the same day this year – a day of indulgence meeting a day of abstaining.

Sweethearts candy: History of the classic conversation hearts

Sweethearts candy — love ‘em or hate ‘em — are a staple on Valentine’s Day. Their origin dates back to a pharmacist in the 1800s.

Send St. Jude Valentine’s Day cards to children this holiday

St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital is accepting virtual Valentine’s Day cards from those interested in bringing a smile to a patient this holiday.

Save on Valentine's Day flowers; how you place order makes difference

The National Retail Federation says consumers plan to spend around $186 per person on Valentine's Day. For shoppers looking to save money, how they place the order can make a big difference.

Milwaukee St. Patrick's Day parade returns Saturday, March 9, 2024

Milwaukee’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration, the 56th Shamrock Club of Wisconsin St. Patrick’s Day Parade, returns to downtown Milwaukee on Saturday, March 9 at noon.

Love in the states: WalletHub ranks best and worst states for singles in 2024

As Valentine's Day approaches, the quest for love intensifies across the nation. WalletHub's latest survey unveils the romantic landscapes of America, pinpointing the best and worst states for singles.

Here are 5 things to know about MLK Jr. and the legacy of the civil rights icon

Dive into the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement. Explore his journey from challenging segregation to advocating for justice and equality.

What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024

As the nation celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., these are the places that are open and closed in your area on Jan. 15.

Milwaukee 'Mulch-O-Rama' gives Christmas trees new purpose

The Milwaukee DPW "Mulch-O-Rama" let residents turn Christmas trees and wreaths into mulch at the Garden District on Saturday, Jan. 6.

2024 We Energies Cookie Book; recipe submissions taken thru Feb. 23

You may still have Christmas cookies sitting in your kitchen from this holiday season. But We Energies is already beginning to think about next holiday season.

New Year's at noon; Milwaukee families celebrate early

Dozens of Milwaukee-area families got the chance to celebrate the new year together before midnight on Sunday, Dec. 31.

New Year's Eve fireworks in Milwaukee

The "Cheer District" came alive with a New Year's Eve fireworks display outside of Fiserv Forum.

New Year's Eve: Major cities ring in 2024 as war shadows festivities elsewhere

Cities like Sydney and Hong Kong rang in 2024 with dazzling displays. Celebrations elsewhere are canceled because of wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.

New Year's Eve drunk driving enforcement, agencies gear up

The Southeast Wisconsin Impaired Driving Task Force will be out on New Year's Eve keeping an eye on the roads in an effort to keep everyone safe.