Tricia Macke

Cincinnati

Mother of 5. News Anchor. Basketball Coach. Multiple Emmy & AP winner. @Fox19 anchor for 31 yrs 4-7pm & 10-11:30pm. Question Everything!

Articles

Marine veteran launches foundation to share stories of America’s heroes

Aug 14, 2024 | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A Marine veteran is dedicating his life to sharing the stories of our American heroes. Every veteran has a story to tell, but no two are exactly alike. It is that reason why Chris Cravens started the 3C Foundation. “These stories and the things that these guys accomplished and did at such a young age,” Cravens explained. “I think it’s something that we need to keep alive.”Cravens is a veteran and a storyteller. He led Marines in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Vietnam War veteran’s, son’s military careers bonded by Purple Heart

Jul 24, 2024 | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Ribbons, pendants, and medals can tell you a lot about a military member’s service, but one medal stands alone to recognize the wounded. The Purple Heart is given to U.S. armed forces who were killed or injured while serving. Among the honors recipients is Army veteran Dave Callahan. Callahan is many things. He is a father of 12, a grandfather of 59, and an American hero. He earned his Purple Heart after he was hit by enemy fire in Vietnam.
Handmade quilts stitched with love, thanks for veterans

Jul 10, 2024 | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Two Tri-State volunteers are helping a dream become a nationwide mission to help veterans heal from wounds not visible to the eye. Stitch by stitch, Sheryl McKinney and Terry Markham thread together thank you’s for veterans all across the country. Through different colors and patterns, they are able to piece together a story of freedom through honor and sacrifice. “There is just something about quilting for a vet that’s special,” McKinney explains.
The ‘Forgotten War’: Tri-State veteran looks back on Korean War

Jul 3, 2024 | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The Korean War, sometimes described as the “forgotten war,” but for those who fought in the conflict decades ago, there is nothing to forget. It has been almost 71 years since the war ended. To this day, Russell Carlson can still recall the moment he stepped foot onto the battlefield. “We were in what was called the ‘Chosen Battle of the Chosin Reservoir,’” Carlson explains.
Pat Sajak’s 2012 interview with Tricia Macke as he gets ready to step down as host of ‘Wheel of Fortune’

Jun 6, 2024 | fox19.com | Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Pat Sajak ends his days as host of “Wheel of Fortune” on Friday. Sajak has hosted “Wheel” for more than four decades alongside Vanna White, who joined the show in 1982. Well, the time has come. I’ve decided that our 41st season, which begins in September, will be my last. It’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months. Many thanks to you all.
Kentucky WWII veteran returning to Normandy for 80th D-Day anniversary

May 29, 2024 | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke |Jared Goffinet

NORMANDY, France (WXIX) - A 99-year-old World War II veteran will soon return to the spot that helped turn the tide in the war. It has been almost 80 years since 156,000 Allied soldiers stormed the beaches of Normandy on D-Day. Among those who took part in the invasions was Kentucky native, Command Sergeant Major Henry Armstrong. “We spent the night at Omaha Beach, and when I say we, I mean the team I was part of,” Armstrong says.
Daily tasks to become easier for Tri-State veteran with new smart home

May 8, 2024 | fox19.com | Brooke Davis |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A disabled Tri-State veteran got a proper thank you for his service thanks to the help of a national organization. After months of anticipation, U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class John Kremer and his family now have a new, tech-savvy space to call home. “It’s definitely nice to be able to be free,” Kremer expressed. “Really and actually be able to run your house.
Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office forms ‘Conviction Integrity Unit’

Mar 18, 2024 | fox19.com | Jennifer Baker |Tricia Macke

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - The Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office has launched a new “Conviction Integrity Unit.”An entire page on the prosecutor’s office’s website is now dedicated to explaining how the unit works and why it was formed: to increase transparency and public confidence in the work of prosecutors. “The goal of this unit is to ensure that credible claims of innocence are treated with the seriousness they deserve.
WWII veteran fueled by patriotism continues life of service at 98

Mar 6, 2024 | fox19.com | Tricia Macke

UNION, Ky. (WXIX) - A 98-year-old World War II veteran is continuing a life service for the “greatest country in the world.”Every Saturday, you can find Nathan Hatton Jr. volunteering at the Beaver Lick Food Pantry in Union, Kentucky. He is a friend, husband, and WWII veteran, but Hatton’s reach goes far beyond the battlefield. “He’s usually one of the first helpers here on a Saturday morning,” says Beaver Lick Baptist Church Director of Missions Sue Richardson.
Air Force veteran finds sweet success

Feb 21, 2024 | fox19.com | Tricia Macke

MILFORD, Ohio (WXIX) - A happy accident has become a sweet reality for an Air Force veteran. Amy Holston opened Holston’s Baking Company’s second location this month in Milford. Owning two bakeries was not what Holston was thinking about several years ago when she was searching for a birthday cake for her husband. While looking for an affordable cake option, she says she didn’t have much luck. So, she took matters into her own hands.