Milwaukee area veterans support available amid Afghanistan chaos
The Milwaukee County War Memorial Center is hosting a discussion Monday, Aug. 30 called ''We Grieve Together'' for veterans amid chaos in Afghanistan.
The Milwaukee County War Memorial Center is hosting a discussion Monday, Aug. 30 called ''We Grieve Together'' for veterans amid chaos in Afghanistan.
Tiny homes project for veterans
Soon there will be 48 new homes in Milwaukee that are built for those who served our country.
Soon there will be 48 new homes in Milwaukee that are built for those who served our country.
Milwaukee tiny homes for veterans project moves forward
Forty-eight new homes will soon be built in Milwaukee for those who served the country.
Forty-eight new homes will soon be built in Milwaukee for those who served the country.
Golfer plays 114 holes for vets on 4th of July
One local golfer took July 4 celebrations to another level. FOX6 spoke with him as he golfed more than 100 holes to raise money for veterans.
One local golfer took July 4 celebrations to another level. FOX6 spoke with him as he golfed more than 100 holes to raise money for veterans.
Guitars 4 Vets fundraiser at the Pabst
Looking to strike a chord with donors, in April, Guitars for Vets endured a website crash at the worst possible moment. Monday night, June 21 offered a chance for the Milwaukee-based nonprofit to catch up – with the "21 Gun Salute" concert fundraiser.
Looking to strike a chord with donors, in April, Guitars for Vets endured a website crash at the worst possible moment. Monday night, June 21 offered a chance for the Milwaukee-based nonprofit to catch up – with the "21 Gun Salute" concert fundraiser.
Milwaukee VA housing, Civil War buildings restored
The Milwaukee Soldiers Home was established after the Civil War, making it one of Wisconsin's most historic sites. After a decade of rehabilitation, it will again house dozens of the nation's heroes.
The Milwaukee Soldiers Home was established after the Civil War, making it one of Wisconsin's most historic sites. After a decade of rehabilitation, it will again house dozens of the nation's heroes.
IRS says veterans waiting for third stimulus check will receive money by April 14
Veteran Affairs benefit recipients, the IRS said, can expect to see their money land on Wednesday, April 14.
Veteran Affairs benefit recipients, the IRS said, can expect to see their money land on Wednesday, April 14.
Arizona congressman wants VA to strip benefits from veterans involved in U.S. Capitol riot
"Any veteran, retiree, or servicemember who attacked the Capitol on January 6 should be stripped of all veterans’ benefits," wrote Rep. Ruben Gallego on Twitter.
"Any veteran, retiree, or servicemember who attacked the Capitol on January 6 should be stripped of all veterans’ benefits," wrote Rep. Ruben Gallego on Twitter.
Biden signs bill allowing all veterans, military spouses and caregivers to receive COVID-19 vaccine
President Joe Biden on Wednesday signed into law the SAVE LIVES Act which requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide coronavirus vaccinations to all U.S. veterans, regardless of eligibility.
President Joe Biden on Wednesday signed into law the SAVE LIVES Act which requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide coronavirus vaccinations to all U.S. veterans, regardless of eligibility.
Milwaukee VA opens COVID-19 vaccinations to all enrolled veterans
The Milwaukee VA Medical Center is now offering the COVID-19 vaccine to all enrolled veterans, regardless of age, it was announced Tuesday, March 16.
The Milwaukee VA Medical Center is now offering the COVID-19 vaccine to all enrolled veterans, regardless of age, it was announced Tuesday, March 16.
Milwaukee VA holds COVID-19 vaccine clinic for veterans
Another group of people is now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine; the Milwaukee VA enrolled veterans 55 and older on Saturday, March 6.
Another group of people is now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine; the Milwaukee VA enrolled veterans 55 and older on Saturday, March 6.
Sport Clips helps give veterans scholarships
Helping heroes get ahead in life, the company has raised more than $1 million to provide $5,000 of assistance per semester to each recipient.
Helping heroes get ahead in life, the company has raised more than $1 million to provide $5,000 of assistance per semester to each recipient.
Sport Clips helps give veterans scholarships: 'Tremendous need'
Helping heroes get ahead in life, the company has raised more than $1 million to provide $5,000 of assistance per semester to each recipient.
Helping heroes get ahead in life, the company has raised more than $1 million to provide $5,000 of assistance per semester to each recipient.
Group braves dangerous temps to raise money for homeless vets
Saturday was the second annual Sleepout for Veterans at the American Legion in Hartland -- two nights of sleeping outside, even if it's below zero.
Saturday was the second annual Sleepout for Veterans at the American Legion in Hartland -- two nights of sleeping outside, even if it's below zero.
Fisher House to serve Madison-area veterans, families
The recently announced project will offer a resource to families in search of affordable, reliable lodging when a loved one received care at the Madison VA.
The recently announced project will offer a resource to families in search of affordable, reliable lodging when a loved one received care at the Madison VA.
Packers to distribute 'appreciation bags' to Wisconsin veterans
A former Packers Super Bowl champion will take part in Saturday's bag distribution.
A former Packers Super Bowl champion will take part in Saturday's bag distribution.
'Old Main:' Historic Milwaukee VA building to house veterans
FOX6 News took a look around the construction project that aims to continue serving those who have served the country.
FOX6 News took a look around the construction project that aims to continue serving those who have served the country.
DHS, veterans organization call on vets to help fight 2020 election disinformation
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (CISA) and Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) are teaming up to help veterans combat the spread of misinformation ahead of the 2020 election.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (CISA) and Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) are teaming up to help veterans combat the spread of misinformation ahead of the 2020 election.
Annual Motorcycle Poker Run for Fisher House of Wisconsin
Fisher House Wisconsin is located on the grounds of the VA hospital and is a no-cost, home-away-from-home for Veterans’ and military families who need temporary housing while their loved ones are receiving care.
Fisher House Wisconsin is located on the grounds of the VA hospital and is a no-cost, home-away-from-home for Veterans’ and military families who need temporary housing while their loved ones are receiving care.
Navy veteran saved by Chihuahua after having a stroke
Eighty-six-year-old Navy Veteran Rudy Armstrong survived a stroke after his little dog Bubu ran to get help.
Eighty-six-year-old Navy Veteran Rudy Armstrong survived a stroke after his little dog Bubu ran to get help.