The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
WATCH: Milwaukee Juneteenth celebration special coverage
FOX6 News honored Juneteenth with a full day of dedicated coverage starting with a special edition of WakeUp on Friday, June 19.
FOX6 News honored Juneteenth with a full day of dedicated coverage starting with a special edition of WakeUp on Friday, June 19.
“Financial independence" study: 38% of Milwaukeeans feel financially secure
A recent survey about personal finances reveals a lot of us are making some costly mistakes.
A recent survey about personal finances reveals a lot of us are making some costly mistakes.
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 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.
Milwaukee Weather: Few showers end, sun on Friday
An isolated shower/t-storm ending overnight with temperatures in the 60s. Partly sunny on Friday with highs in the low 70s. Showers and a rumble of thunder possible on Friday night with temperatures in the 60s.
An isolated shower/t-storm ending overnight with temperatures in the 60s. Partly sunny on Friday with highs in the low 70s. Showers and a rumble of thunder possible on Friday night with temperatures in the 60s.
Man fired by firm after viral video shows him scolding dad for taking young daughters into women's restroom
An irate customer who went viral for scolding a father inside a gas station's women's restroom while he was helping his two young daughters has been fired by a Mississippi real estate firm.
An irate customer who went viral for scolding a father inside a gas station's women's restroom while he was helping his two young daughters has been fired by a Mississippi real estate firm.
Milwaukee Lime Scooter crash, 1 injured; man criminally charged
A man has been criminally charged in connection to a Lime Scooter crash in downtown Milwaukee that left a person seriously injured.
A man has been criminally charged in connection to a Lime Scooter crash in downtown Milwaukee that left a person seriously injured.
President Trump awards Medal of Honor to two Marines, one posthumously, and an Army soldier
President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony Thursday to Major James Capers, Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), Colonel John W. Ripley, U.S. Marine Corps (Posthumous), and Major Nicholas Dockery, U.S. Army (Retired).
President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony Thursday to Major James Capers, Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), Colonel John W. Ripley, U.S. Marine Corps (Posthumous), and Major Nicholas Dockery, U.S. Army (Retired).
Muskego Dam Road closed, mayor provides update on culvert repair
Muskego's Dam Road is closed after police determined failing culverts posed an immediate safety risk, but the city's mayor suggested it could reopen.
Muskego's Dam Road is closed after police determined failing culverts posed an immediate safety risk, but the city's mayor suggested it could reopen.
Bret Lemoine at Summerfest on opening day
FOX6's Bret Lemoine wasted no time on the opening day of Summerfest, capturing the sights and sounds of the Big Gig and interviewing some of the attendees.
FOX6's Bret Lemoine wasted no time on the opening day of Summerfest, capturing the sights and sounds of the Big Gig and interviewing some of the attendees.
Marquette students killed in crash; Amandria Brunner found not guilty
A Milwaukee County jury found Amandria Brunner, one of two drivers charged in connection to a crash that killed two Marquette University student-athletes last year, not guilty on all charges Thursday.
A Milwaukee County jury found Amandria Brunner, one of two drivers charged in connection to a crash that killed two Marquette University student-athletes last year, not guilty on all charges Thursday.
Salah Sarsour, Milwaukee Islamic leader, release ordered
A federal judge on Thursday ordered the release of Salah Sarsour, the Islamic Society of Milwaukee president who has been locked up in a federal detention center for months.
A federal judge on Thursday ordered the release of Salah Sarsour, the Islamic Society of Milwaukee president who has been locked up in a federal detention center for months.
Amandria Brunner not guilty: Defense team reaction
WATCH: The defense team for Amandria Brunner spoke at the Milwaukee County Courthouse after Brunner was found not guilty of six charges against her in the deaths of two Marquette student athletes.
WATCH: The defense team for Amandria Brunner spoke at the Milwaukee County Courthouse after Brunner was found not guilty of six charges against her in the deaths of two Marquette student athletes.
Amandria Brunner not guilty verdict: Legal perspective
John Gross, a clinical professor with the University of Wisconsin Law School, joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about the not guilty verdict in the Amandria Brunner case. Brunner was found not guilty in connection with the deaths of two Marquette student athletes.
John Gross, a clinical professor with the University of Wisconsin Law School, joined Wisconsin Live Desk to talk about the not guilty verdict in the Amandria Brunner case. Brunner was found not guilty in connection with the deaths of two Marquette student athletes.
‘The Grinch’ sequel in the works with Jim Carrey returning: Reports
Reports say a sequel to the beloved 2000 holiday hit "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is in development, with Jim Carrey potentially returning as the iconic Grinch and Ron Howard set to direct.
Reports say a sequel to the beloved 2000 holiday hit "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is in development, with Jim Carrey potentially returning as the iconic Grinch and Ron Howard set to direct.
Home sellers could boost offers by thousands with this surprising paint color
Buyers are showing growing interest in warm, comfortable colors over plain white walls.
Buyers are showing growing interest in warm, comfortable colors over plain white walls.
Former Milwaukee County Judge Dugan to be sentenced July 8
Former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan will be sentenced on Wednesday, July 8 at 11:15 a.m.
Former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan will be sentenced on Wednesday, July 8 at 11:15 a.m.
Amandria Brunner not guilty in deaths of MU student athletes
WATCH: A Milwaukee County jury found Amandria Brunner not guilty of all six counts against her in connection with a crash that killed two Marquette University student-athletes. This is the verdict as it was read aloud in court.
WATCH: A Milwaukee County jury found Amandria Brunner not guilty of all six counts against her in connection with a crash that killed two Marquette University student-athletes. This is the verdict as it was read aloud in court.
Marquette students killed in crash; Brunner trial, Thursday recap
A Milwaukee County jury found Amandria Brunner, one of two drivers charged in connection to a crash that killed two Marquette University student-athletes, not guilty on all charges Thursday.
A Milwaukee County jury found Amandria Brunner, one of two drivers charged in connection to a crash that killed two Marquette University student-athletes, not guilty on all charges Thursday.
Salah Sarsour released: Milwaukee Islamic leader out of custody
A federal judge on Thursday ordered the release of Salah Sarsour, the Islamic Society of Milwaukee president who has been locked up in ICE custody for months. He returned to Milwaukee that evening, but he still risks deportation.
A federal judge on Thursday ordered the release of Salah Sarsour, the Islamic Society of Milwaukee president who has been locked up in ICE custody for months. He returned to Milwaukee that evening, but he still risks deportation.