Veterans 'burn pits' bill marks a personal victory for Biden

The legislation will help veterans get disability payments without having to prove their illness was the result of their service. Other health care services will be expanded as well.

Marines promote first Black 4-star general in service history

For the first time in Marine Corps history, Lt. Gen. Michael E. Langley will lead the U.S. Africa Command in Germany and oversee all American military forces in Africa.

US drone strike kills al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri

President Joe Biden is expressing hope that the killing of al-Qaida leader Ayman al-Zawahri brings “one more measure of closure” to families of the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the United States.

Brewers' Racing Sausages Run/Walk raises funds for Fisher House

Hundreds came out Saturday morning, July 30 for the 24th annual Famous Racing Sausages Run/Walk at American Family Field.

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.”