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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Veterans Day: Trump honors veterans at Arlington National Cemetery
President Donald Trump marked Veterans Day with a ceremony Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery.
President Donald Trump marked Veterans Day with a ceremony Tuesday at Arlington National Cemetery.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
The first ever "Vet Fest" took place in Milwaukee on Saturday to celebrate veterans.
The first ever "Vet Fest" took place in Milwaukee on Saturday to celebrate veterans.
Wood National Cemetery Memorial Day ceremony: 'A Nation Forever Grateful'
The Milwaukee VA held a Memorial Day ceremony at Wood National Cemetery on Monday, May 26.
The Milwaukee VA held a Memorial Day ceremony at Wood National Cemetery on Monday, May 26.
Memorial Day ceremony in Union Grove
The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) held a Memorial Day?ceremony at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) held a Memorial Day?ceremony at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
Memorial Day Ceremony at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery
The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is holding a Memorial Day ceremony at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove.
The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is holding a Memorial Day ceremony at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove.
VFW hosts Memorial Day weekend picnic for veterans: 'It means the world to me'
The Veterans of Foreign Wars hosted a Memorial Day weekend picnic for veterans at Lake Wheeler, next to the Zablocki VA Medical Center, on Saturday.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars hosted a Memorial Day weekend picnic for veterans at Lake Wheeler, next to the Zablocki VA Medical Center, on Saturday.
Milwaukee Veterans Park Field of Flags
More than 27,000 flags have been placed at Veterans Park ahead of Memorial Day, each representing a Wisconsinite lost in battle.
More than 27,000 flags have been placed at Veterans Park ahead of Memorial Day, each representing a Wisconsinite lost in battle.
'Really hit hard for me': Wisconsin veteran mistakenly denied PACT Act benefits
The PACT Act says veterans who served in regions with toxins presumptively qualify for disability coverage if diagnosed with certain cancers or illnesses, but a Gulf War veteran was denied benefits after her diagnosis with ovarian cancer.
The PACT Act says veterans who served in regions with toxins presumptively qualify for disability coverage if diagnosed with certain cancers or illnesses, but a Gulf War veteran was denied benefits after her diagnosis with ovarian cancer.
Oconomowoc food drive, VFW 'Fill the Humvee' event benefits pantry
The community helped "Fill the Humvee" for the Oconomowoc Food Pantry on Saturday, part of the fourth annual VFW National Day of Service.
The community helped "Fill the Humvee" for the Oconomowoc Food Pantry on Saturday, part of the fourth annual VFW National Day of Service.
Pearl Harbor veteran celebrates 105th birthday in Brookfield
A Pearl Harbor veteran in Brookfield celebrated his 105th birthday on Wednesday.
A Pearl Harbor veteran in Brookfield celebrated his 105th birthday on Wednesday.
Vietnam Veterans Day commemorated in Milwaukee
In Milwaukee, people gathered at Veterans Park to mark 52 years since U.S. Troops withdrew from Vietnam.
In Milwaukee, people gathered at Veterans Park to mark 52 years since U.S. Troops withdrew from Vietnam.
Medal of Honor Day, Milwaukee VA hosts Wisconsin recipient
The Milwaukee VA on Tuesday, National Medal of Honor Day, hosted a special event with Medal of Honor recipient Gary Wetzel.
The Milwaukee VA on Tuesday, National Medal of Honor Day, hosted a special event with Medal of Honor recipient Gary Wetzel.
Wisconsin World War II veteran turns 100; party honors service
A World War II veteran in Wisconsin turns 100 years old. Both the VA and his senior living facility honored his service, sacrifice – and sense of humor.
A World War II veteran in Wisconsin turns 100 years old. Both the VA and his senior living facility honored his service, sacrifice – and sense of humor.