Milwaukee lakefront Cool Fool Kite Festival, family fun

The 39th annual Cool Fool Kite & Snow-Carving Festival drew people to Veterans Park at Milwaukee's lakefront on New Year's Day.

Creating Mighty Small Moments; Resources to support children & families
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Dea Wright, Director of the City of Milwaukee's Office for Early Childhood Initiatives, shares the importance of reading to your child and information about the Mighty Small Moments Play Café.

List: Take these dates off to maximize your vacation time in 2026

The amount of time off workers earn varies by company, but here are some ways to utilize your PTO for extended breaks this year.

Burn Boot Camp in Brookfield; mission to inspire, empower women

If you’re stuck in a rut when it comes to your workout routine the team at Burn Boot Camp wants to help mix things up.

New Year's Eve celebrations in Wisconsin welcome 2026 early

Clocks have not struck midnight, but that doesn't mean southeast Wisconsin is waiting to celebrate the end of 2025 and the start of 2026.

Sprinkles Cupcakes closing all locations, founder and former owner confirms

founder and former owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that the company is closing all its locations across the country.

America 250: Big events across the country to have on your radar for 2026

As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, museums and historic sites are launching exhibitions and events that reflect on the nation’s history, democratic values, and global influence.

SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect Jan. 1 in five states, others to follow in 2026 — see where

The new year brings new restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients. On Jan. 1, five states are banning SNAP recipients from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.

Milwaukee New Year's Eve at Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel

Welcoming 2026, Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel in downtown Milwaukee keeps creativity flowing into the new year with food, cocktails and art-filled spaces

Beef-and-couscous-stuffed baby bell peppers

Angie Horkan with the Wisconsin Beef Council joined FOX6 WakeUp with a beef-and-couscous-stuffed baby bell peppers recipe.

Outback Steakhouse sued after toilet shatters, injures man

A Florida man has filed a lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse, alleging he suffered severe injuries after a handicapped toilet seat suddenly shattered and collapsed beneath him.

Herbed beef tenderloin with holiday rice

Angie Horkan with the Wisconsin Beef Council joined FOX6 WakeUp with a warm, hearty dish: herded beef tenderloin with holiday rice.

Admirals annual Teddy Bear Toss is Tuesday night; what to know

The Milwaukee Admirals' annual Teddy Bear Toss game is Tuesday night at UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. The game is against the Rockford IceHogs.

Why cheaper beef prices are still a long way off

It's going to be a while before consumers see any relief when it comes to beef prices.

'First Day Hikes' at Wisconsin State Parks on New Year's Day

The DNR encourages Wisconsinites to join the DNR at one of several First Day Hikes at state parks, forests, and recreation areas on New Year's Day.

Hollander Chocolate Co.; Chocolate designed for coffee

Doug Podzilini and Ryan Castelaz share two simple drink recipes using Hollander Chocolate Co. products.