Watch Night service: How the tradition for Black Americans has evolved since 1862
Watch Night services, which date back to the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, are still observed on New Year's Eve at many multiracial and predominately Black churches in the US.
Watch Night services, which date back to the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, are still observed on New Year's Eve at many multiracial and predominately Black churches in the US.
New Year's Eve in Milwaukee; sobriety challenges, legal consequences
As bars across Milwaukee prepare for New Year's Eve celebrations, criminal defense attorneys and advocates say everyone should prepare to stay safe.
As bars across Milwaukee prepare for New Year's Eve celebrations, criminal defense attorneys and advocates say everyone should prepare to stay safe.
Christmas tree pickup; Milwaukee couple cashes in, helps others
When the City of Milwaukee wasn't sure how it was going to deal with discarded Christmas trees, one couple that had a solution -- a way to cash in and help others too.
When the City of Milwaukee wasn't sure how it was going to deal with discarded Christmas trees, one couple that had a solution -- a way to cash in and help others too.
Milwaukee Miller Lite Free Rides; celebrate new year responsibly
In partnership with Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), the Miller Lite Free Rides program returns to Milwaukee as people ring in the new year.
In partnership with Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS), the Miller Lite Free Rides program returns to Milwaukee as people ring in the new year.
'Smart toys' raise privacy concerns; what parents should know
Christmas might be over, but your kids are just getting started enjoying their gifts. With “smart toys" getting more and more popular, parents should be aware of the privacy settings on those high-tech devices.
Christmas might be over, but your kids are just getting started enjoying their gifts. With “smart toys" getting more and more popular, parents should be aware of the privacy settings on those high-tech devices.
Mulch-O-Rama in Milwaukee's Garden District set for Jan. 6, 2024
The Garden District Neighborhood Association, City of Milwaukee and the Department of Public Works are hosting a Christmas tree "Mulch-O-Rama" on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024.
The Garden District Neighborhood Association, City of Milwaukee and the Department of Public Works are hosting a Christmas tree "Mulch-O-Rama" on Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024.
What's open and closed on New Year's Day 2024
Say goodbye to 2023, and hello to 2024! New Year’s Day is on a Monday this year, and many grocery stores and offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.
Say goodbye to 2023, and hello to 2024! New Year’s Day is on a Monday this year, and many grocery stores and offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.
23 feel-good, heartwarming things that happened in 2023
From awe-inspiring, world-record feats to incredible acts of kindness, there’s no shortage of joy to be found in 2023.
From awe-inspiring, world-record feats to incredible acts of kindness, there’s no shortage of joy to be found in 2023.
Kwanzaa begins with unity ceremony, celebration
The Wisconsin Black Historical Society/Museum hosted an opening ceremony earlier in the evening to celebrate Kwanzaa.
The Wisconsin Black Historical Society/Museum hosted an opening ceremony earlier in the evening to celebrate Kwanzaa.
Red Cross blood donation offers different type of holiday giving
The American Red Cross held its 12th annual Day of Donations Blood Drive on Tuesday, Dec. 12.
The American Red Cross held its 12th annual Day of Donations Blood Drive on Tuesday, Dec. 12.
Boxing Day: Moran's Pub celebrates in South Milwaukee
Moran's Pub in South Milwaukee celebrated Boxing Day on Dec. 26. The holiday originated as a day to give gifts to people in need after Christmas.
Moran's Pub in South Milwaukee celebrated Boxing Day on Dec. 26. The holiday originated as a day to give gifts to people in need after Christmas.
New year, new laws: From speed cameras to gender-neutral toys, here's what's changing in 2024
In the dawn of 2024, numerous jurisdictions usher in a wave of new laws. Notable changes include minimum wage hikes in Delaware and New Jersey, with New Jersey reaching $15.13 per hour. California introduces speed cameras in cities like Los Angeles to curb speeding.
In the dawn of 2024, numerous jurisdictions usher in a wave of new laws. Notable changes include minimum wage hikes in Delaware and New Jersey, with New Jersey reaching $15.13 per hour. California introduces speed cameras in cities like Los Angeles to curb speeding.
Texas mother surprised by US Marine daughter's unannounced return for the holidays
A heartwarming holiday surprise unfolded at 407BBQ in Denton County, Texas, as Lydia Calderon, a hardworking mother, received an unexpected visit from her daughter, a US Marine.
A heartwarming holiday surprise unfolded at 407BBQ in Denton County, Texas, as Lydia Calderon, a hardworking mother, received an unexpected visit from her daughter, a US Marine.
Here’s how you can recycle your Christmas trees after the holidays
There are a couple of options available to dispose of your Christmas tree, and here’s what you need to know.
There are a couple of options available to dispose of your Christmas tree, and here’s what you need to know.
Pennsylvania animal shelter empties every kennel just in time for Christmas: 'A true miracle'
An animal shelter in Pennsylvania is completely empty for the first time in 47 years.
An animal shelter in Pennsylvania is completely empty for the first time in 47 years.
Recycling Christmas wrapping paper: Tips for your leftover holiday packaging
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
Milwaukee midnight Mass at Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist
Hundreds gathered in downtown Milwaukee for the annual Christmas midnight Mass at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Hundreds gathered in downtown Milwaukee for the annual Christmas midnight Mass at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.
Salvation Army serves annual Christmas meals to thousands
The Salvation Army served meals to thousands of people as part of its 34th annual Christmas Family Feast on Monday, Dec. 25.
The Salvation Army served meals to thousands of people as part of its 34th annual Christmas Family Feast on Monday, Dec. 25.
Santa, superheroes spread joy to kids at Children's Wisconsin
Santa Claus, along with superheroes and Milwaukee firefighters, helped spread joy to kids at Children's Wisconsin on Christmas Day.
Santa Claus, along with superheroes and Milwaukee firefighters, helped spread joy to kids at Children's Wisconsin on Christmas Day.
Santa Claus spotted kayaking off Florida coast ahead of busy Christmas holiday: 'Get some vitamin sea'
In preparation for his busiest day of the year, it seems like Santa Claus broke away from tradition and took to the blue waters off the coast of Florida instead.
In preparation for his busiest day of the year, it seems like Santa Claus broke away from tradition and took to the blue waters off the coast of Florida instead.