Holiday rooted in hope: Hanukkah could not come at a better time

In a year that's featured little to celebrate and uprooted the way we live, Milwaukee's Jewish leaders said Hanukkah couldn't come at a better time.

Tree farm owners call on customers to help Brookfield family

A West Bend tree farm has been in the business of spreading holiday cheer. And for the past few years, it's making wishes come true as well.

Livestream keeps Hubertus church’s annual Christmas concert rocking

The Crown of Life Orchestra has been paying homage to Trans-Siberian Orchestra for more than a decade -- but in 2020, they played live in an empty sanctuary.

Parents issue hilarious warning after accidentally baking ‘Elves on the Shelf’

A couple is warning other parents after they accidentally baked their kids' "Elves on the Shelf" when they turned the oven on -- forgetting the elves were still inside.

Former child star, then 12, reveals adult experience on set of 'A Christmas Story'

Peter Billingsley was 12 when he took on the role of Ralphie in "A Christmas Story." At one moment in the film, he daydreams about saving his family with a BB gun and is dressed up as a sheriff.

'The Snowblower Guy' hands out refurbished machines free in Milwaukee

Over the years, Greg Ryan, a small engine mechanic, has fixed up and donated more than 100 snowblowers to Milwaukee-area families in need.

Monday marks Free Shipping Day for online holiday shoppers

Hundreds of online retailers are taking part in Free Shipping Day with guaranteed delivery by Christmas Eve.

DHS warns against the 'Cannibal Sandwich,' a Wisconsin tradition

The Wisconsin Historical Society's website notes the "Cannibal Sandwich" consists of raw, lean ground beef served on bread (especially rye cocktail bread) with sliced onions, salt and pepper.

'The Nutcracker' takes virtual stage for Milwaukee Ballet

The COVID-19 pandemic can't stop the decades-long Milwaukee tradition, though it is taking a different form than past performances.

Milwaukee businesses need you this winter
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VISIT Milwaukee's holiday campaign encourages spending at Milwaukee shops, hotels and restaurants along with other small businesses hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.

Christmas during COVID-19 means 10 weekend Masses in Brookfield
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There will be 10 Christmas weekend Masses at St. Dominic Catholic Parish in Brookfield, an effort to keep capacity low to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Take part in Habitat for Humanity's 'Gingerbread Build'

A grand prize worth $250 from The Corners of Brookfield will be awarded for the Fan Favorite gingerbread house in Habitat for Humanity's contest.

'The Nutcracker' takes virtual stage for Milwaukee Ballet
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The COVID-19 pandemic can't stop the decades-long Milwaukee tradition, though it is taking a different form than past performances.