Behind the scenes with the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels

Behind the scenes with the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You might have heard the sound of jets in the air on Thursday -- that's because the Blue Angels are in town!The Navy’s Blue Angels crew is getting ready for the Milwaukee Air and Water show this weekend.Since their arrival Wednesday afternoon, they have two demonstrations scheduled and several maintenance checks to complete before they hit the skies for the Milwaukee crowd.“Without us checking the planes, the pilots wouldn't be able to do what they do and be mishap free,” said AE2 (AW/SW) Steven Hart, The Blue Angels Crew Chief.Blue Angel Pilot, Major Brandon Cordill, says they have quite the show planned -- starting with some maneuvers from the plane known as "Fat Albert,” into some complicated maneuvers from the jets, and wrapping up with the "Delta Formation" which involves all 6 jets at once.“When we're in the air it’s very different than what the crowd is experiencing.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You might have heard the sound of jets in the air on Thursday -- that's because the Blue Angels are in town!The Navy’s Blue Angels crew is getting ready for the Milwaukee Air and Water show this weekend.Since their arrival Wednesday afternoon, they have two demonstrations scheduled and several maintenance checks to complete before they hit the skies for the Milwaukee crowd.“Without us checking the planes, the pilots wouldn't be able to do what they do and be mishap free,” said AE2 (AW/SW) Steven Hart, The Blue Angels Crew Chief.Blue Angel Pilot, Major Brandon Cordill, says they have quite the show planned -- starting with some maneuvers from the plane known as "Fat Albert,” into some complicated maneuvers from the jets, and wrapping up with the "Delta Formation" which involves all 6 jets at once.“When we're in the air it’s very different than what the crowd is experiencing.

"We did this for you:" Marine who served two decades overseas returns to a BIG surprise!

"We did this for you:" Marine who served two decades overseas returns to a BIG surprise!

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- He served his country in Japan for two decades -- and when he came home, a Marine got the surprise of a lifetime!FOX6's sister station, FOX40 in Sacramento says Jacinto Bernardo's Suisun City, California home was completely remodeled -- and he knew nothing about it!The last time Bernardo saw his home, it had a dying lawn and was in desperate need of a paint job.That's now all changed, thanks in large part to Bernardo's friend, Jeremy Epperson.Epperson served with Bernardo 15 years ago, and told FOX40 he knows firsthand how challenging it can be to transition back into civilian life.He told FOX40 he didn't want his friend to have to worry about spending his money on fixing up the first home he's ever purchased.During the emotional surprise, Bernardo fought back tears to ask Epperson "Why?"Epperson responded simply: "We did this for you."

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- He served his country in Japan for two decades -- and when he came home, a Marine got the surprise of a lifetime!FOX6's sister station, FOX40 in Sacramento says Jacinto Bernardo's Suisun City, California home was completely remodeled -- and he knew nothing about it!The last time Bernardo saw his home, it had a dying lawn and was in desperate need of a paint job.That's now all changed, thanks in large part to Bernardo's friend, Jeremy Epperson.Epperson served with Bernardo 15 years ago, and told FOX40 he knows firsthand how challenging it can be to transition back into civilian life.He told FOX40 he didn't want his friend to have to worry about spending his money on fixing up the first home he's ever purchased.During the emotional surprise, Bernardo fought back tears to ask Epperson "Why?"Epperson responded simply: "We did this for you."

Catch a glimpse: Navy's Blue Angels to fly over Milwaukee Wednesday

Catch a glimpse: Navy's Blue Angels to fly over Milwaukee Wednesday

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Pilots with the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will fly over the city of Milwaukee on Wednesday,June 18th, for a scheduled team photo shoot.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Pilots with the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will fly over the city of Milwaukee on Wednesday,June 18th, for a scheduled team photo shoot.

World honors D-Day's fallen, 70 years later

World honors D-Day's fallen, 70 years later

COLLEVILLE-SUR-MER, France (AP) — Men who stormed Normandy's shore 70 years ago joined world leaders Friday in paying tribute to the 150,000 Allied troops who risked and lost their lives in the D-Day landings in Nazi-occupied France, in a day of international commemorations of history's biggest amphibious invasion.They are honoring the troops and civilians who fell in mighty battles that helped bring Europe peace and unity — just as bloodshed in Ukraine is posing new challenges to European security and threatening a new East-West divide.As the sun rose Friday over a gusty Omaha Beach, flags flew at half-staff.

COLLEVILLE-SUR-MER, France (AP) — Men who stormed Normandy's shore 70 years ago joined world leaders Friday in paying tribute to the 150,000 Allied troops who risked and lost their lives in the D-Day landings in Nazi-occupied France, in a day of international commemorations of history's biggest amphibious invasion.They are honoring the troops and civilians who fell in mighty battles that helped bring Europe peace and unity — just as bloodshed in Ukraine is posing new challenges to European security and threatening a new East-West divide.As the sun rose Friday over a gusty Omaha Beach, flags flew at half-staff.

Get fired up! Milwaukee Air & Water Show just weeks away

Get fired up! Milwaukee Air & Water Show just weeks away

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- We are just weeks away from the Milwaukee Air and Water Show!Among the performers this year, Milwaukee is welcoming back the Blue Angels.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- We are just weeks away from the Milwaukee Air and Water Show!Among the performers this year, Milwaukee is welcoming back the Blue Angels.

Two soldiers off funeral duty after photo flap

Two soldiers off funeral duty after photo flap

MADISON (AP) — Two Wisconsin National Guard members are off funeral duty after an online uproar over a photo showing soldiers clowning around by an empty flag-draped casket.Guard spokesman Maj.

MADISON (AP) — Two Wisconsin National Guard members are off funeral duty after an online uproar over a photo showing soldiers clowning around by an empty flag-draped casket.Guard spokesman Maj.

City of Greenfield holds Ice Cream Social to thank veterans

City of Greenfield holds Ice Cream Social to thank veterans

GREENFIELD (WITI) -- The City of Greenfield honored veterans during an Ice Cream Social on Thursday, May 22nd.The event was organized as a way to say thank you to those who severed -- but also to give them something in return.Besides an Ice Cream Social, the veterans were also give information on how, as they age, they can get access to care at home.

GREENFIELD (WITI) -- The City of Greenfield honored veterans during an Ice Cream Social on Thursday, May 22nd.The event was organized as a way to say thank you to those who severed -- but also to give them something in return.Besides an Ice Cream Social, the veterans were also give information on how, as they age, they can get access to care at home.

Third try was the charm for veteran looking to heal from PTSD

Third try was the charm for veteran looking to heal from PTSD

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Graduation often marks a new chapter in one's life, and sometimes to move forward, one must work to overcome one's past.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Graduation often marks a new chapter in one's life, and sometimes to move forward, one must work to overcome one's past.

Fifth annual Rock for Vets aiming to raise big bucks

Fifth annual Rock for Vets aiming to raise big bucks

RACINE (WITI) -- The fifth annual Rock for Vets was held Saturday, April 19th at the Civic Centre Memorial Hall with hopes to raise $20,000 to support veterans.The event features eight different bands, 50/50 raffles, and a raffle to win a Miller Park suite to see a Brewers game.“You get the bands, you get their groupies, you get all the veterans, you get everybody down here,” said attendee Debre Dell.Rock for Vets is sponsored by Bikers Helping Veterans and the Wisconsin Veterans Motorcycle Club.

RACINE (WITI) -- The fifth annual Rock for Vets was held Saturday, April 19th at the Civic Centre Memorial Hall with hopes to raise $20,000 to support veterans.The event features eight different bands, 50/50 raffles, and a raffle to win a Miller Park suite to see a Brewers game.“You get the bands, you get their groupies, you get all the veterans, you get everybody down here,” said attendee Debre Dell.Rock for Vets is sponsored by Bikers Helping Veterans and the Wisconsin Veterans Motorcycle Club.

Milwaukee street renamed in honor of soldier killed in combat

Milwaukee street renamed in honor of soldier killed in combat

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There was a special dedication on Sunday, April 6th in honor of Army Specialist Michelle Witmer -- days before the 10th anniversary of her death.

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There was a special dedication on Sunday, April 6th in honor of Army Specialist Michelle Witmer -- days before the 10th anniversary of her death.

PICTURES: View & submit pictures of veterans, servicepersons

PICTURES: View & submit pictures of veterans, servicepersons

MILWAUKEE -- We invite you to view and submit pictures (button just below) of the veterans or active duty servicepersons in your life.

MILWAUKEE -- We invite you to view and submit pictures (button just below) of the veterans or active duty servicepersons in your life.

30 Wisconsin National Guard soldiers safe after Ft. Hood shooting

30 Wisconsin National Guard soldiers safe after Ft. Hood shooting

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Thirty Wisconsin soldiers are safe after a shooting at Fort Hood  in Texas.Wisconsin National Guard spokesman Maj.

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Thirty Wisconsin soldiers are safe after a shooting at Fort Hood  in Texas.Wisconsin National Guard spokesman Maj.

Random Lake father concerned for son stationed at Ft. Hood

Random Lake father concerned for son stationed at Ft. Hood

RANDOM LAKE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin National Guard says they have over 30 members from Wisconsin at Fort Hood who are all safe and accounted for after a shooting late Wednesday afternoon, April 3rd.The incident hits very close to home for the Village of Random Lake.

RANDOM LAKE (WITI) -- The Wisconsin National Guard says they have over 30 members from Wisconsin at Fort Hood who are all safe and accounted for after a shooting late Wednesday afternoon, April 3rd.The incident hits very close to home for the Village of Random Lake.

National Guard introduces service dog to serve sexual assault response program

National Guard introduces service dog to serve sexual assault response program

MADISON (WITI) -- The Wisconsin National Guard has introduced a service dog to serve as part of its sexual assault response program. "Falcon" is a post-traumatic stress dog.

MADISON (WITI) -- The Wisconsin National Guard has introduced a service dog to serve as part of its sexual assault response program. "Falcon" is a post-traumatic stress dog.