Vets Day 5K and 10K at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center

Get your steps in while honoring veterans and current service members by taking part in the Vets Day 5K & 10K at the War Memorial in Milwaukee on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024.

Milwaukee Vets Day 5K and 10K
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Sean Osborne joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk more about the Vets Day 5K and 10K on Saturday, Nov. 9, and why it's so important.

National Parks are free for Veterans Day

On Veterans Day, the National Park Service is offering free entrance to all parks. Veterans, active-duty military, and Gold Star Families also receive year-round free access with the Military Pass.

Veterans Day deals and freebies

Restaurants across the U.S. are honoring Veterans Day 2024 with free meals and special discounts for veterans and active-duty military on November 11.

Oconomowc VA clinic helps veterans in rural areas

Leaders are trying to get the word out about a new VA health clinic that opened earlier this year in Oconomowoc.

Veterans Day: What's open and closed?

As the nation honors veterans on Monday, Nov. 11, some services may not be available, and here’s what’s open and closed in your area.

How you can 'Make Camo Your Cause' and help homeless veterans

FOX is partnering with U.S. VETS and its "Make Camo Your Cause" campaign for the fourth straight year to help end veteran homelessness. Here's how you can join.

The best (and worst) places for veterans to live, according to data

When veterans transition to civilian life, settling down in the right city is a plus, and these places rank among the ideal locations for them based on a new report.

Big Unit Poker Run a 'labor of love'
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Bill Michaels and Joe Hennes joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the 17th annual Big Unit Poker Run in Milwaukee.

Big Unit Poker Run benefiting Fisher House
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Christen Meyer and James Mercado joined FOX6 WakeUp to share more about the importance of the Big Unit Poker Run.

17th annual Big Unit Poker Run
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Bill Michaels joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the Big Unit Poker Run, how it got started and how it benefits military members and veterans and their families.

Milwaukee VA scales back referrals for chiropractic care, massage

During the pandemic, veterans suffering from chronic pain found temporary relief outside the Milwaukee VA. Now, their eligibility is being scaled back.

Report ranks US states that 'care' the most about veterans

According to Pew Research Center, there are more than 18 million living veterans in the United States, representing about 6% of the country’s adult population.

Wisconsin homeless veterans, HUD funds for administrative costs

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issued nearly $2 million to address veteran homelessness in the Great Lakes region.

Clearwater WWII veteran celebrates 106th birthday with 5 generations of his family

A Clearwater WWII veteran celebrated his 106th birthday on Saturday. Five generations of his family gathered at a Largo home to reflect on his fondest memories.

100 Holes for Heroes; Hartland man hits golf course to benefit veterans

A Hartland resident is doing something extraordinary on Thursday, July 4 – to benefit veterans and their spouses seeking employment.

Summerfest Military and First Responder Appreciation Day

Summerfest wrapped up its second weekend of 2024 with Military and First Responder Appreciation Day on Saturday, June 29.