Here's how much your family needs to earn to have a stay-at-home parent
How much does one parent need to earn for the other to stay home with a young child? A new ranking reveals huge state-by-state gaps.
Gas prices drop below $3 a gallon in 37 states - See where
Americans are seeing relief at the pump as the national average for regular gas is now below $3 a gallon in 37 states.
DEN Emporium in Elm Grove; local artisans sell one-of-a-kind creations
Brian Kramp is in Elm Grove checking out the rustic decor and gifts you can find for the holidays at this great locally owned shop.
Oscar Mayer looking for Wienermobile drivers - How to apply
Oscar Mayer is looking for Hotdoggers to get behind the wheel of the Wienermobile and take the iconic vehicle on the road.
Milwaukee County Zoo Rhino Care Center opens to public on Dec. 9
The Milwaukee County Zoo will open to the public the Ladish Co. Foundation Rhino Care Center. A news release says the new building includes Robert Dohmen Hippo Indoor Haven.
DOT waives part of massive fine against Southwest Airlines
Part of a hefty fine imposed on Southwest in 2022 for canceling flights has been waived, with credit going to the airline for improving its on-time performance.
Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Lonely marriages linked to higher weight, study finds
A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”
NPS free days: Trump’s birthday added; MLK Day, Juneteenth dropped
NPS will no longer offer free admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Juneteenth, but will waive admission costs on President Donald Trump's birthday.
Traveling this holiday season? See where your favorite airport snack ranks
A new state-by-state analysis of airport snack searches reveals distinct regional preferences among U.S. travelers.
Martha Stewart reveals unconventional end-of-life plan
Martha Stewart has her end-of-life plans already set, and it may seem a little unconventional to some.
2025 Holiday Train stopping in Wauwatosa on Wednesday, Dec. 10
As part of the 2025 Canadian Pacific Holiday Train tour across the U.S., the train will stop in Wauwatosa Village on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
'All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914' presented by Vanguard Milwaukee
It's a night of music, camaraderie, and hope. Vanguard Milwaukee proudly presents our fourth annual production of “All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914."
Ready for the Santa Cycle Rampage
Milwaukee's most joyful 13-mile bike ride is back this morning and its all for a good cause. The Santa Cycle Rampage helps raise money for the Wisconsin Bike Federation's education programs. FOX6's Hayley Spitler is back once again on what makes this event so special.
All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914
Vanguard Milwaukee is preparing for its fourth annual production of: All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914. Stage Director Jill Anna Ponasik joined FOX6 WakeUp with more.
Blank-Fest Wisconsin XIX in Racine to benefit homeless community
Blank-Fest Wisconsin is not your typical music festival, it's an event that supports the homeless community in Racine.
Blank-Fest Wisconsin XIX
We want to tell you about an event that is both heartwarming and soulful. Blank-Fest Wisconsin is not your typical music festival...it's an event that supports the homeless community in Racine. Founder Ron Purtee joined FOX6 WakeUp in studio to share more.
Santa Cycle Rampage supports Wisconsin Bike Fed
Milwaukee's most joyful 13-mile bike ride is back this morning, and it's all for a good cause. The Santa Cycle Rampage helps raise money for the Wisconsin Bike Fed's education programs. Michael Anderson joined FOX6 WakeUp live with more on the impact this event has on youth education.
Santa Cycle Rampage 2025
Another holiday tradition is making its return today. Hundreds of holiday-clad bikers will be riding through Milwaukee for the Santa Cycle Rampage bike ride. Jake Newborn joined FOX6 WakeUp to help us get ready for the ride this morning.
These states are the most vulnerable for identity theft and fraud in 2025, data suggests
These states topped the list of most vulnerable to identity theft and fraud as complaints surge nationwide.



















