Cudahy soldier returns home, surprises mom

A U.S. Army soldier returned home to Cudahy with an emotional surprise for his mom Friday, July 22 after a six-month deployment to Poland.

Tomorrow's 'Top Gun' might have drone wingman, use AI

One day, fighter pilots will “have a drone aircraft that’s flying as a loyal wingman” under their control.

Milwaukee Air & Water Show practice runs fuel excitement

If you did not see them on Thursday, July 21, you might have heard them. We are talking about practice runs for the aircraft taking part in Milwaukee's Air & Water Show on Saturday and Sunday.

Wisconsin National Guard provides rare look at weapons training

The Wisconsin National Guard provided an inside look at weapons demonstrations and several facilities – something that hasn't happened in decades.

Navy's Blue Angels in Milwaukee, FOX6's Jason Calvi joins flight

FOX6's Jason Calvi got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fly with the Navy's Blue Angels on Wednesday, July 20 – ahead of the Milwaukee Air & Water Show coming up this weekend.

US Navy sailors reunite with the dogs they rescued from near-certain death in the Middle East

Two helpless dogs in the Middle East faced terrible abuse and almost-certain death until two U.S. Navy sailors not only rescued them — but found a way to get them out of there and on toward a safer, healthier and far happier life. 

Army suspends retired three-star general over tweet sent to Jill Biden

Retired Lt. Gen. Gary Volesky, who now serves as an adviser, appeared to mock Jill Biden on social media. The Army later confirmed the suspension.

Army eases tattoo rules — Here's how it compares to other US military branch policies

The Army recently announced an update on its tattoo policy, allowing for more potential recruits. Here’s how it compares to the rules of the Navy, Marine Corps, and other military branches.

Secretive robot spaceplane breaks own record: 781 days in space

The military’s classified X-37B mini-shuttle has once again broken its own record for longest space mission, and there's no telling how much longer it may go.

Last surviving member of WWII’s famed Easy Company dies at 97

Bradford Freeman was a member of Easy Company in World War II, which was made famous by the HBO miniseries “Band of Brothers” released in 2001.

Biden awards Medal of Honor to 4 Vietnam war veterans

“Not every service member has received the full recognition they deserve,” President Joe Biden said. “Today, we're setting the record straight.”

US announces additional $820M in aid to Ukraine, including new missile systems

The U.S. has announced it will provide Ukraine with $820 million in new military aid, including new surface-to-air missile systems and counter-artillery radars to respond to Russia’s heavily reliance on long-range strikes in the war.

Healing the wounds of war; homecoming 50 years in the making

At the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight, FOX6 met three brothers and a neighborhood best friend who all served in Vietnam and made it home.

Woody Williams, America's last World War II Medal of Honor recipient, dies at 98

Hershel "Woody" Williams was the last of the 473 American service members who received a Medal of Honor in WWII. He received the medal for his heroism on Iwo Jima.

U.S. to establish permanent military base in Poland

Vladimir Putin thought NATO members would splinter after he invaded Ukraine, but got the opposite response instead, President Biden said.

Racing Sausages Run/Walk; Fisher House, Brewers' foundation benefit

The annual Famous Racing Sausages Run/Walk will take place July 30, benefitting Fisher House and the Brewers Community Foundation.