Former Bostonian, MPD Chief Flynn responds to Boston tragedy
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- As Milwaukee is now MPD Chief Ed Flynn's top priority, at one time, the Boston Marathon held that spot, when Flynn was Secretary of Public Safety for the governor.
FOX6's Contact 6 warning of scams after Boston tragedy
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- In the wake of the bombings on Monday, April 15th at the Boston Marathon, people out there want to take advantage of your giving nature.
Pres. Obama calling Boston bombings "an act of terrorism"
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The bomb attacks at the finish line of Monday's Boston Marathon were a "heinous and cowardly act" that the FBI is investigating as an act of terrorism, President Barack Obama said Tuesday."Any time bombs are used to target civilians, it is an act of terrorism," Obama said, adding that it remained unclear who carried out the attack and why.
Boston Marathon bombing victims remembered
(CNN) -- They were standing near the finish line, cheering the runners in the Boston Marathon.
Apartment searched, but no suspect yet in Boston Marathon bombings
(CNN) -- Authorities including bomb experts searched an apartment in Revere, Massachusetts, and removed items, after two deadly bombs struck the Boston Marathon.
Source: Bombs were likely in pressure cookers in backpacks
(CNN) -- The deadly bombs that turned the Boston Marathon into gruesome devastation were apparently placed inside pressure cookers hidden in backpacks, a federal law enforcement source told CNN.The blasts were likely detonated by timers -- not by cell phones, a law enforcement official said.The U.S. government has warned federal agencies in the past that pressure cookers -- air-tight pots used to quickly cook or preserve foods -- have been turned into bombs in parts of the world.
Flags at half-staff following Boston bombings
MADISON (WITI) -- Earlier Tuesday, April 16th, President Barack Obama issued a proclamation ordering flags to half-staff at all federal buildings, military posts, and installations until sunset on April 20, 2013, in remembrance and mourning of the tragic events in Boston.In accordance with the President’s proclamation, the flags of the United States and State of Wisconsin will be flown half-staff at all buildings, grounds, and military installations of the State of Wisconsin equipped with such flags beginning Tuesday, April 16, 2013, and ending at sunset on April 20, 2013.On Monday, Governor Walker issued the following statement regarding the tragedy in Boston:"There is no explanation for the kind of evil that seeks to destroy.
Boston attacks have jolted Americans into state of high alert
(CNN) -- The Boston attacks have jolted Americans into a state of high alert.In the days and weeks after the marathon bombings, travelers and residents of major American cities are likely to be more aware of suspicious people and packages on city buses, subways and Amtrak trains, at the nation's airports and public spaces.
Five viral stories about Boston attacks that aren't true
(CNN) -- In the aftermath of dramatic events like Monday's bombing attack at the Boston Marathon, it's a truth of our times that millions of people will get early bits of news via social media.To be sure, sites like Twitter and Facebook were used extensively by police, relief groups and governments to share important information about the bombings.
Senate candidate finished marathon moments before blast
(CNN) -- Gabriel Gomez crossed the finish line at the Boston Marathon just minutes before two explosions turned what was a celebratory moment into a scene of horror.Like many runners in the 26.2-mile race, Gomez had his family on hand to watch him at the finish line.
How to help in the wake of the Boston bombings
(CNN) -- Patriots Day is the third Monday in April marking the anniversary of the first battles of the American Revolutionary War.
Sadness, resolve as Boston comes to grips with tragedy
(CNN) -- Beyond the shattered glass, the blood, the wails of pain, there are questions: Who did this?
What we know about the attack, aftermath at Boston Marathon
(CNN) -- New developments:-- The third victim is identified as a Chinese national who was a graduate student at Boston University.
'Boston will overcome,' mayor vows amid bombing investigation
(CNN) -- Beyond the shattered glass, the blood, the wails of pain, there are the questions: Who did this?
Boy killed in Boston blast wrote, 'No more hurting people'
(CNN) -- Almost a year ago, 8-year-old Martin Richard wrote four simple words on a sign at school."No more hurting people," it said.For the camera, he held up the bright blue sign decorated with hearts framing the word "Peace."It's a photograph that many find difficult to look at Tuesday as they struggle to comprehend the violence that took Martin's life.
Flights from Boston land in Milwaukee Monday night
MILWAUKEE (WITI) — Some flights from Boston landed in Milwaukee Monday night, April 15th — following the devastating bombings during the Boston Marathon on Monday afternoon.FOX6 News caught up with a few of the runners Monday night after three direct flights from Boston to Milwaukee landed.Wisconsin runners were easy to spot with their gold and blue jackets, medals, and of course, relief on their faces as they ran and hugged their loved ones.Many of the Wisconsin runners FOX6 News spoke with had finished the race prior to the bombings and were not on site when they occurred.
Celebs tweet from Boston Marathon, offer support
(CNN) -- As details continue to emerge on the explosions that occurred at the Boston Marathon Monday, celebrities have joined in the outpouring of support on social media."My love and strength go out to all those affected by the explosions!" Alyssa Milano tweeted, adding a link to where people can donate blood.More chimed in with statements like Ellen DeGeneres, who posted, "Let's all send our thoughts, our prayers and our energy to the people injured in Boston.
Wisconsinites in Boston for Marathon react to tragedy
BOSTON (WITI) -- Dozens of Wisconsinites were in Boston for the Boston Marathon -- and FOX6 News reached out to some of them following the explosions that rocked Boston on Monday afternoon, April 15th.Dr.