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.

Brewers' Racing Sausages Run/Walk raising money for a cause

This month will mark the 31st anniversary of the first Brewers Sausage Race, and next month marks the 26th Annual 5K & 10K Famous Racing Sausages Run/Walk.

Field of Flags: Milwaukee display honors 27K+ this Memorial Day

More than 27,000 American flags are on display at Milwaukee's Veterans Park, a Memorial Day weekend tradition that honors the fallen.

Veterans Park Field of Flags for Memorial Day, volunteers needed

Hundreds of flags fill Veterans Park in Milwaukee ahead of Memorial Day. But organizers need your help placing thousands more.

Wisconsin veteran finds connection through music: 'It’s a new mission'

Memorial Day weekend is also a chance to help service members as they transition into civilian life. Guitars for Vets helps veterans do just.

Ride for the Troops in Milwaukee
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Ride for the Troops in Milwaukee takes place on Saturday, May 18, and you can learn more about each branch of the military at the end of the ride at the Harley-Davidson Museum.

Armed Forces Day in MKE: Ride for the Troops
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As part of the Ride for the Troops event, people can take part in some exercise drills that one would experience at boot camp!