Total Wine & More's guide to the perfect Father's Day toast
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Father’s Day is tomorrow and whether you need a nice gift or something to toast for the occasion -- there are many options.  Total Wine & More has got you covered with some great wines, spirits and beers.  Assistant Store Manager Greg Browning joined us in studio with gift selections to celebrate dad. 

MPD launches 2026 Operation Summer Guardian
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Milwaukee Police have launched the 5th annual Operation Summer Guardian initiative. The program aims to address gun violence in neighborhoods with a high frequency of reported shootings by increasing community engagement.  Assistant Chief Paul Lough joined us in studio to discuss how the department hopes to curb crime as they anticipate an uptick in summer crime.  

Free community baby shower for expecting & new parents
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Families can get free healthcare services and essential resources at the community baby shower hosted at the CH Mason Health Clinic.  Event organizers Rosha Hamilton and Tanisha Collins-Johnson joined us live in studio to share what new parents can expect.

A Taste of Juneteenth at Summerfest
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Head to Summerfest on Saturday, June 20 for "A Taste of Juneteenth," a ticketed culinary experience featuring a lineup of local food vendors.

Look who's 6 on June 20, 2026
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Look who's turning six years old on Saturday, June 20, 2026.

Celebrate the World Cup at Old Germantown Sausage; artisanal sausage shop, craft brewery
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Old Germantown is a historic 120-acre farmstead featuring a farm kitchen, artisanal sausage shop, and craft brewery where they brew incredibly unique flavors. Brian Kramp is seeing what specialty beers they’re brewing up for the World Cup.

Look who's 6 on June 19, 2026
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Look who is turning six years old on Friday, June 19, 2026. 

IndyCar at Road America; rain chance adds wrinkle to race prep

IndyCar returns to Road America on Sunday, with drivers preparing for possible weather changes and embracing the fan access that makes the series unique for spectators.

IndyCar at Road America on Sunday
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The weather forecast for Sunday’s IndyCar race at Road America is a bit concerning, but the forecast for the series as a whole is nothing but sunny.

Celebrating June Dairy Month with Wisconsin Cheese Mart
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Ken McNulty, owner of Wisconsin Cheese Mart, joins FOX6 WakeUp to share the hottest new cheeses for summer in honor of June Dairy Month.

Authors & bookworms prepare for 18th Annual Great Midwest Book Fest
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Authors and bookworms alike are preparing for the 18th Annual Great Midwest Book Fest. This three-hour book fair features several African American authors. Organizers will hold the event on Saturday, June 20 from 1-4 p.m. at Xchange Event & Creative Space.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Experts weigh in on common soccer injuries
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As the FIFA World Cup 2026 gets underway across North America, Dr. Phillip Sasser with Aurora Health Care is sharing details on the most common soccer injuries along with prevention and recovery tips.

The Cedarburg Cultural Center hosts 23rd Annual Youth Plein Air Art Contest
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The Cedarburg Cultural Center is hosting the 23rd Annual Youth Plein Air Art Contest. This summer tradition invites young artists ages 17 and under to explore the beauty of Ozaukee County, while creating original works of art. The contest runs June 11-23rd.

Milwaukee's 55th Juneteenth is nation's longest-running; "American history"

This week on Open Record, FOX6's Bryan Polcyn and Bria Jones talk to organizers of Milwaukee's 55th Juneteenth celebration, who say it is "not just Black history, it's American history."

Summerfest 2026 opening day; food, swag and ultimate festival oasis
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No trip to Summerfest is complete without enjoying some of the city's favorite festival food. Brian Kramp is live on the grounds with a look at all the good. 

Look who's 6 on June 18, 2026
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Look who is turning six years old on Thursday, June 18, 2026. 

Edwards Air Force Base releases names of 8 crew members killed in B-52 bomber crash

Edwards Air Force Base has released the names of the eight victims killed when a B-52 Stratofortress crashed during a radar modernization test flight on Monday.

Wisconsin's Most Wanted: Marquise Epps arrested, viewer tip helps

A pregnant woman was seriously hurt after she was beaten with a baseball bat. It happened in January. One person was arrested. The other suspect is now wanted by U.S. Marshals.