VA launches trial of GLP-1 drugs to treat alcohol use disorder in veterans

The VA is launching a new clinical trial to test whether blockbuster GLP-1 drugs used for weight loss and type 2 diabetes can treat alcohol use disorder in veterans.

USDA launches military hiring program for veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced an initiative designed to recruit veterans, transitional service members, and military spouses into roles to help protect America’s food supply, agriculture security and rural communities. 

VA launches new program to help veterans struggling with home loans

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) officially launched a new program designed to help prevent veterans from losing their homes.

Wisconsin veterans medical travel reimbursement, change worries some

A recent change to how certain paperwork is filed has led to a lot of questions for Wisconsin veterans, some of whom worry they're victims of a digital divide.

Waukesha Memorial Day march set after volunteers answer the call

VFW 721 says it has enough volunteers for Waukesha’s Memorial Day march after a FOX6 story, while volunteers placed flags at veterans’ graves at Prairie Home Cemetery.

Missing Milwaukee VA patient; Silver Alert canceled for 69-year-old man

A Silver Alert has been canceled for Abran Huerta, 69, last seen leaving the Milwaukee VA Medical Center on Tuesday, April 7. He was been found safe.

World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Kenosha

Edward Maurer, a lifelong resident and World War II veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday at the Kenosha Civil War Museum on Saturday, Jan. 31.

Wood National Cemetery wreath drive falls short
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Wreaths Across America is facing a steep donation shortage this year, leaving only a small fraction of veterans’ graves at Wood National Cemetery covered as the deadline approaches.

Milwaukee veterans say Veterans Day help matters amid SNAP disruption

Milwaukee veterans say Festival Foods’ annual Veterans Day giveaway comes at a crucial time as the government shutdown disrupts SNAP benefits and rising prices make it harder for many veterans to afford food.

Port Washington American Legion hosts fundraiser for new roof

The “Raise the Roof Oktoberfest" party at American Legion Post 82 hoped to raise money to replace the historic building's roof on Saturday.

Wisconsin families fight to bring WWII heroes home 80 years later

Two Milwaukee-area families – connected by Marine pilot Walter Eck and gunner Irvin Korotki – only recently learned their loved ones served and died together in World War II.

Bipartisan effort to rename women's clinic at Milwaukee's VA

It’s not often that lawmakers from both parties come together. But tonight, there is bipartisan support in Wisconsin to honor a local trailblazer who recently died.

Milwaukee 'VetFest' celebrates veterans at Washington Park

The first ever "Vet Fest" took place in Milwaukee on Saturday to celebrate veterans. It was held at the Washington Park Bandshell.

Milwaukee 'VetFest' celebrates veterans
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The first ever "Vet Fest" took place in Milwaukee on Saturday to celebrate veterans.