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WTMJ OutdoorsKeeping Up with NatureOn this week’s episode of WTMJ Outdoors, we explore the connection between conservation, fishing, and a lifelong love of the outdoors in Wisconsin. Aaron Schiller, Senior Fisheries Biologist with the Wisconsin DNR, provides an update on fish populations and explains how anglers help supply real-time conditions across the state. Paul Reith, Vice-Chair of the Wisconsin Conservation Congress, previews topics facing hunters and anglers and how Wisconsinites can share feedback at upcoming Spring hearings. And Dusty Weiss, President of PodCamp Media, reflects on returning to scouting and how parenting has renewed his appreciation for time spent outdoors. WTMJ Outdoors airs Sa...
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Wisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Craig Koplien Cold Update, Reporter's Notebook Preview, Slavery Exhibits Dismantled, Brian Niznansky Weather Update, MPS Budget CutsThe weather outside certainly is frightful! WTMJ Meteorologist Craig Koplien gave safety precautions pertaining to frostbite. How do you protect yourself outside, and how long does it take for frostbite to take effect? Koplien detailed it all.
It’s Friday, so that means you get a preview of Adam’s Reporter’s Notebook! 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts previews an ongoing story about desegregation in Milwaukee’s Public Schools. Slavery exhibits at the President’s House in Philadelphia have also been dismantled.
Is this cold snap just a blip on the radar, or could their be more near-record days on the horizon? TMJ...
2026-01-2426 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - Bitter Cold Outside, Coast Guard Battles Through Cold, Week In Review, Royal Oakes Joins, Heart Health In The ColdThe weather outside certainly is frightful! WTMJ Meteorologist Craig Koplien gave safety precautions pertaining to frostbite. How do you protect yourself outside, and how long does it take for frostbite to take effect? Koplien detailed it all.
What is the coast guard up to when it is this freezing outside? 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Adam Roberts dove in to what these heroes are doing to battle through the cold and keep everyone safe.
The Milwaukee Admirals are playing outdoors on today of all days? The cream city’s hockey squad is playing in Minnesota. Jon Greenberg had words on the...
2026-01-2423 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Airlines Dropping Costs, Marty Brooks Allegations, MPS Budget Cuts, ICYMI, Everyday HeroIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Adam Roberts discuss the frigid, well-below freezing wind chill temperatures, a recent development on Milwaukee Public Schools’ budget and a Milwaukee airport “X” account update.
Passengers are getting lighter, so? This may be saving airlines money going forward. 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello reports on the numbers and the causes of this price drop. Adam Roberts said he cannot believe it!
620 WMTJ’s Adam Roberts and Julia Fello discussed the latest with the Marty Brooks allegations. Hear the statements they’ve pulled on the topic only on Wisconsin’s Aftern...
2026-01-2326 minWisconsin's Afternoon NewsEveryday Hero - A Disney Worker Runs In Front Of A Boulder! - Erik Bilstad ReportsA Disney worker saved the day but got whiplash and other injuries in the process. 620 WTMJ’s Erik Bilstad details a worker who jumped in front of a rolling boulder to save nearby spectators. For more information on this week’s edition of Everyday Hero, head to wtmj.com.
2026-01-2302 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - U-Haul Fire, Top Colleges Producing Packers, ICE Cameras, Craig Koplien Weather Update, Democratic Forum On Small BusinessesThere was a U-Haul fire in town? Mere blocks away from yesterday’s democratic debate, five alarms went off at a U-Haul building near First and Orchard. 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts broke down the blaze at the storage facility.
What are the top colleges currently represented on the Green Bay Packers’ roster? News flash – Wisconsin may be lower when it comes to NFL representation than you’d expect. 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello discussed today’s collegiate powerhouses and who is sending players to the next level at the highest rate.
There is a website dedicated to Milwaukee County and how the area shoul...
2026-01-2322 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Democratic Debate, Craig Koplien On The Cold, Freddy Peralta Trade ReactionIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Adam Roberts previewed Newbauer and Vos announcing a bill that will temporarily fund WisEye, Milwaukee County ICE information website that’s in the making, the Brewers trading Freddy Peralta to the Met and Giannis Antetokounmpo expressing his concerns about the Bucks’ current roster.
The democratic debate was filled to the brim with gubernatorial candidates last night. 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Adam Roberts had boots on the ground at the event. A variety of topics were brought up to get each candidates’ stance, including the concept of ICE, and ho...
2026-01-2226 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Cold Day Criteria, Major Garrett Joins, Brian Niznansky Cold Update, Alexander Hamilton In Milwaukee!What conditions need to be met for schools to call off due to a “cold day”? Superintendents around the state of Wisconsin detail their criteria. 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Telly Hughes weighed in on the threshold and whether or not it’s appropriate given the ramifications of concepts like bus breakdowns, frostbite and more.
No more tariffs, and no more military missions to Greenland? What on earth happened? CBS’ Major Garrett dives in to what could have possibly led to President Donald Trump pivoting off of a rather aggressive plan with Greenland.
Is the snow at least done? While temperatur...
2026-01-2224 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - Democratic Debate Preview (Tory Lowe), Cursive In Schools, Street-Worthy Cars, Travel Wisconsin Snowmobile Destinations, Milwaukee Economy Briefing, Everyday HeroThe democratic debate is tonight! 101.7 The Truth’s Tory Lowe weighed in. Who are the standout candidates, and who is likely to prevail in the end? Lowe gave his insight live on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News on 620 WTMJ.
To cursive or not to cursive? Governor Phil Murphy is mandating teaching cursive writing in New Jersey schools. What is at the root of this idea? 620 WTMJ’s Telly Hughes and Julia Fello broke it all down.
Is your car street worthy? Learn about the checks and balances you should take to ensure that your car is safe to drive. Hear all about...
2026-01-2223 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Cars Being Shot In Fond du Lac, Giannis 10-Time All-Star, Brian Niznansky Weather Update, Dr. Raymond On Sleep ApneaThe Fond du Lac Police Department is investigating a driving shooting incident from Saturday night. Multiple vehicles were involved in the altercation. 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Telly Hughes dove into the details with Adam Roberts.
Milwaukee Bucks 2-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo has been named an all-star for the 10th straight year. What does it mean to be great? 620 WTMJ’s Telly Hughes refers back to an interview he had with the late-great Kobe Bryant. What does greatness mean, and what does Giannis need to do to reach the pinnacle? Hughes and Julia Fello broke it all down on Wisconsin’s Afte...
2026-01-2108 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - 5-Time OWI Offender Chase, Everyday Hero, Nasty Weather Incoming, Sleep Apnea Facts With Dr. John RaymondA 5-time OWI offender went on a crazy, 100 mph chase. How did the situation get to this point? 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Telly Hughes analyzed the high-speed chase on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News.
A Florida man jumped into traffic to save runaway toddlers? A story that sounds so surreal is true, as Florida native John Brittingham pulled over on the highway to keep the two little ones safe. 620 WTMJ’s Erik Bilstad has the story for this week’s Everyday Hero.
Indiana football has won a College Football Playoff National Championship on the heels of a remarkable 2-year turnaround! But that...
2026-01-2124 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, NBA London Booing, Snowmobile Safety (DNR), Greenfield Woman Scammed At Crypto Kiosk, AARP Pushing For Transaction LimitsIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Telly Hughes discussed a bipartisan deal in Washington DC related to healthcare, the 2026 baseball hall of fame class announced today and a new West Allis plow name revealed.
The United States National Anthem was booed at an NBA game in London. A nearby heckler even yelped the phrase “leave Greenland alone!”. Will this just be the start of a global conflict being brought to life on the professional sports stage? 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Telly Hughes dove in.
The weather is beyond freezing, with wind chill temper...
2026-01-2026 minWisconsin's Afternoon NewsGreenfield Woman Scammed By Crypto Villains, AARP Weighs In With Insight - Julia Fello ReportsCryptocurrency scams are popping up all over, and a Greenfield senior citizen stepped into the studios to share her story with 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello. Learn about how this Greenfield woman was scammed out of $4,400 and the lessons that she wants other people to learn. She also provided great insight on the warning signs to look out for.
A brave Greenfield woman shared her scamming story, but how do we prevent instances like this one from happening to us and our loved ones in the future? The AARP joined 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello on the airwaves to give shockingly high rate...
2026-01-2015 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - 5 O'Clock Finish, Adam Roberts On Company Brewing Debate, Brian Niznansky Weather Update, Lost Files Collaborates With The Milwaukee BucksIt’s the 5 o’clock finish on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe covered an MLK connected shooting, Matt LaFleur coming back as the head coach of the Green Bay Packers and the College Football title game between Indiana and Miami is tonight!
What’s going on with Company Brewing, an establishment that closed its doors in 2024? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts, the host of Reporter’s Notebook, dove into the details on what could be a sports bar/lounge if all gets approved.. Roberts gave the latest on what has transpired since Company Brewing filed for Chapter 7...
2026-01-2027 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - 4 O'Clock Focus, Koplein On Frigid Air, Armon Salamati On Keeping Dogs Entertained, Tim Sheehy MMAC Economic AdviseIt’s the 4 o’clock focus on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe covered this being the coldest week of the year, the latest with President Donald Trump’s aspirations to obtain Greenland and Giannis Antetokounmpo has been named an NBA all-star yet again.
Glorioso’s Italian Market is celebrating 80 years of businesses with a rand reopening and 80-year celebration on January 20th! The establishment is honoring 80 years of serving food to local families and etching themselves as a cornerstone of the community, owned by Carmine Presta. 620 WTMJ’s Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe dove into the detai...
2026-01-2026 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Adam Roberts' Reporter's Notebook, Connie Schneider Pushes For AEDs In Schools, Brian Niznansky Weather Update, Kent Lovern On Corey Stingley Case620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to give an official preview of this week’s edition of Reporter’s Notebook! Roberts outlined the importance of journalists getting into Venezuela amid conflict, yet it’s rather difficult in this political climate.
Connie Schneider is a certified CPR instructor and American Heart Association volunteer. Schneider’s nephew went into cardiac arrest years ago and survived after 13 minutes of CPR, and she wants to see schools have access to AEDs for cardiac emergencies. Schneider joined 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello in studio on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News!
Will it be a snowy we...
2026-01-1725 minWisconsin's Afternoon NewsClerk And AJ Bayatpour's Incident On Non-Credential Recordings - 620 WTMJ's Adam Roberts JoinsWith the possible downfall of WisEye, an incident happened yesterday that demonstrated the friction over this matter lately. CBS58’s AJ Bayatpour attended a meeting equipped with a GoPro and his phone. There was then a message that non-credentialed members cannot record. 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts joined the program to outline the interaction between the clerk and Bayatpour after speaking with him.
2026-01-1504 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Woodman's Named Top 3 Grocer, Iran Latest, New Girl Scout Cookie, Congressman Brian Steil JoinsIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello covered the Leinenkugal president stepping down from the role, a Wisconsin driver was arrested as testing over 21 times the restricted blood alcohol level (BAC) and a missing ring found after 48 years.
Woodman’s has been named the 3rd best large grocery store across the U.S. per Dunnhumby’s annual grocery study. What other notable grocery stores popped up near the top of this list? 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure dove into the details.
Iran is heavily discouraging protests in the form of execution threats, gunfire and...
2026-01-1426 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - GOP's Wrong Ad Image, Generation Z Worker Habits, Brian Niznansky Weather, Milwaukee Residential Fire SafetyThe Republican Party made quite the mistake in an advertisement. They posted a picture, claiming it was Mandela Barnes. It was actually David Crowley. 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts dives into the post that has the incorrect image.
Generation Z has all of its own defining tendencies, just like the other generations. The Generation Z work habits have definitive elements. What does this mean in the workplace and for Gen Z’s coworkers? Workplace expert Jeff Civillico joined 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello with the details on what makes this group truly unique in the world of employees.
It’s gettin...
2026-01-1426 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - Fire In Milwaukee Apartment, Jason Wilde Joins, Cancer Center AI, Milwaukee Health BriefingBreaking News: There has been a Milwaukee apartment fire at a building with no sprinklers. Fire Chief Aaron Lipski spoke live at a press conference on the matter. Lipski provided an update on the fire cause, injuries and other details.
It’s Green and Gold Insiders time with Jason Wilde! The 3-time Wisconsin Sports Writer of the Year joined the show to break down the NFC Wild Card collapse between the Bears and Packers. Wilde also addressed the discourse around Matt LaFleur, whether the head coach will keep his job and what the Jeff Hafley sweepstakes look like.
Will artificial in...
2026-01-1426 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - WisEye Looks To GoFundMe, Snowmobile Conditions, Brian Niznansky Weather Update, Bryan Bulaga Recaps Packers SeasonWisEye is now relying on a group funding site, GoFundMe. What does WisEye bring to the table? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News in studio to outline what this resource does and why it has resorted to group funding.
There may be snow on the ground, but before you grab your snowmobile, what do you need to know about conditions? Jacob Holsclaw, the Administrative Warden for the Department of Natural Resources, outlined what you need to know about the environmental elements at play for a popular hobby this time of year.
What does the weather look like for...
2026-01-1325 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - HAWS Brings In Lady The Dog, Bryan Bulaga Joins, Digital Detox Benefits, Driver's Ed With Debbie LazagaLady the dog visited the studio as the Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) of Waukesha County helps find his next home! If you are interested in giving Pete a loving family, visit hawspets.org for more information.
The Packers were on the wrong end of the collapse heard around the world this past Saturday night. Green and Gold Insider Bryan Bulaga joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to analyze the heart-breaking defeat. What needs to change for the Green and Gold to get out of the dreaded wild card round, and will Jeff Hafley get poached by another NFL team in 2026? Th...
2026-01-1329 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Reporter's Notebook Preview, Super Bowl Parties, Packers/Bears Preview, Brian Niznansky Weather Update, Peter Feigin, Josh Gessling Join In Studio!While the college football playoff whittles down to two teams, it has been Division-3 champion UW-River Falls that has been stealing the NCAA headlines this week. Quarterback Kaleb Blaha broke a record that Joe Burrow set half a decade ago, and the Falcons have put River Falls on the map. This is all covered in 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts’ Reporter’s Notebook, which he previewed in studio.
Did you know that Super Bowl parties are the cheapest, on average, in Green Bay? This means that this February, Green Bay will be the place to be to get the biggest bang for yo...
2026-01-1029 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - Everyday Hero, Jason Wilde Joins, Week In Review, Song Sung Blue Golden GlobesAn 11-year-old Appleton girl is the latest Everyday Hero. Josie Pethan saved her mother’s life with CPR. Pethan witnessed her mother having a cardiac emergency, called 911 and followed the steps she was provided. 620 WTMJ’s Erik Bilstad has more on this week’s Everyday Hero.
One day remains until the NFC Wild Card battle between the Packers and the Bears! Three-time Wisconsin Sportswriter of the Year Jason Wilde joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News. Who is the better team, which players need to show up and what’s the future of Packers’ head coach Matt Lafleur look like based on this weekend...
2026-01-1024 minWisconsin's Afternoon NewsRest Vs. Rust With Jordan Love - Jason Wilde Joins!It’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello discussed the salt shortage across the state that could become an issue next week, a Milwaukee Police Department officer was stuck in the back seat and the WORST of the Consumer Electronics Show’s (CES) recent inventions.
The world-renowned Oshkosh Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) has announced their lineup for 2026! What flying spectacles will Oshkosh, WI see this year? Director of Communications Dick Knapinski outlined the highlight performances you can expect to see from July 20-26 in Oshkosh this year.
It’s a rivalry as old as tim...
2026-01-0930 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Campbell's Water Issues, Appleton Hero, Live Coverage Of Minnesota Shooting, Brian Niznansky Weather, Dale Kooyenga's Economy BriefingWhat are PFAs, and how are they hazardously impacting our everyday lives? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to discuss the hazardous travesty that Campbell, Wisconsin is dealing with. Roberts also explains how this issue sprouted in the first place.
An 11-year has been honored as a hero in Appleton after saving her mother’s life. Josie Pethan sprung into action when her mother suffered a sudden cardiac emergency. 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello reports.
There has been a shooting in Minnesota, and an ICE agent shot one person dead. Krisi Noem, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, spoke li...
2026-01-0827 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Appleton Hero, Swearing Is Good?, Shoes At Work, Nick Reiner Loses His AttorneyIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello talked about a daycare worker who gave kids melatonin, ticket prices for this Saturday’s Bears/Packers game and stats on Candy Cane lane.
An 11-year has been honored as a hero in Appleton after saving her mother’s life. Josie Pethan sprung into action when her mother suffered a sudden cardiac emergency. 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello reports.
Is it PRODUCTIVE to swear? Studies show that when working out, selective swearing can give you the jolt you need. This goes further than just the gym, though...
2026-01-0724 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Corporation For Public Broadcasting Closes, Major Garrett Joins, Brian Niznansky Weather Update, Dry January's Financial ImpactThe Corporation for Public Broadcasting has voted to shut down. What does this mean? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to cover the repercussions of this.
At what point is the Venezuelan capture an act of imperialism? Major Garrett, Chief Washington Correspondent, expanded on the topic and if the United States overstepped its boundaries. Garrett joined 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello to break down the timeline and details.
What does the weather look like outside today? TMJ4 Chief Meteorologist Brian Niznansky gives news on weather that is creeping into the… 40s? That’s right! Hear about the...
2026-01-0727 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Feigin's Legacy, Song Sung Blue Revenue, Dry January Impacts RestaurantsIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello discussed a West Allis bomb maker, a relative of Anne Frank has passed away and Milwaukee has been rated one of the best cities for the young population.
What was Bucks president Peter Feigin’s legacy now that he has stepped aside? Mark Kass is the editor-in-chief for the Milwaukee Business Journal. Kass joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to discuss Feigin’s 12-year tenure and what he brought to the cream city.
Song Sung Blue, a love letter to Milwaukee, has officially broke even. The Hugh Jac...
2026-01-0627 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Rejected License Plates, Furniture Tariffs, Brian Niznansky Weather Update, Rose Gray On Venezuela's Travel ImpactWhat are Wisconsin’s top license plate ideas that got rejected? 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello reviewed the funniest, creative, yet illegal, license plate character combinations.
In some capacities, the word of the year in 2025 was tariffs. Furniture is no exception when it comes to raising rates for imported goods. Susan Semmelman, interior designer, joined 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello to discuss how the future of these rising tariffs may look and what variables are at play.
What does the weather look like outside today? As temperatures meander near the milder side, TMJ4 Chief Meteorologist Brian Niznan...
2026-01-0627 minWTMJ OutdoorsDeer Season Ends; Boat Show Season BeginsOn this week’s episode of WTMJ Outdoors, we take a comprehensive look back at the 2025 Wisconsin whitetail deer hunt and look ahead to one of winter’s biggest traditions — the Milwaukee Boat Show.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Outdoors Editor Paul Smith joins host Steve Scaffidi to break down the final harvest and hunter numbers, and to discuss the important relationship between Wisconsin’s nine-day gun deer season and small businesses across the state.
Author Brian Reisinger (Land Rich, Cash Poor) explains the environmental role of deer hunting and how conservation efforts help protect Wisconsin’s land and natural resources.
And Ben Nielse...
2026-01-0538 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Pettit Trials, Mountain Lion, 2026 Event Preview, Lauren Larsen Weather Update, Stock Market PreviewThe Pettit skating trials are underway. The Pettit National Ice Center in Milwaukee is hosting Olympic Team Trials from today through Monday, January 5. 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure took a closer glance at what we can expect to come of these trials. Tickets are available for purchase at www.thepettit.com.
Colorado authorities are investigating a suspected mountain lion attack after they found a woman dead on a hiking trail. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) got a report form hikers who found the woman on the ground near a mountain trail, and the lion was nearby. Multiple nearby lions have since be...
2026-01-0326 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - New Year Resolutions, Jason Wilde Joins, Week In Review, 2026 Stock Market PreviewWhat are the most common New Year’s resolutions? 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure dove into the most popular list, and of course, getting in the gym is on the leaderboard. Adam Roberts gave his perspective on ways to not only start healthy habits but on how to make a sustainable, non-intimidating routine that can help you reach your long-term health goals.
It’s Green and Gold Insiders time with Jason Wilde! The 3-time Wisconsin Sports Writer of the Year broke down the plethora of Packer backups we will see in play. The Green and Gold also know that they will either...
2026-01-0327 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Favre Parkinson's Update, Driver's Ed With Debbie, Week In Review, Housing Market PreviewIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Adam Roberts discussed the start of the Pettit skating trials. Who overtook Tesla as the no. 1 electric vehicle company? Packers quarterback Jordan Love is expecting a kid! It’s all on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News.
Brett Favre has given the public an update on his Parkinson’s condition. The former Packers quarterback, and 1997 Super Bowl Champion, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in January of 2024. 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure dove in to how the former QB deals with rigidity, stiffness and more with his current medication plan.
January is stati...
2026-01-0225 minWisconsin's Afternoon NewsWeek In Review - Giannis Returns, Shopping Local, Hello 2026!It’s time for the week in review on 620 WTMJ! Giannis Antetokounmpo is back in action! The 2-time MVP started his return tour with a bang, rocking the rim late in a game against the highway rival Chicago Bulls. The Bucks followed this performance up with their first back-to-back wins sequence since October. Why should you shop local, and what are some perks to take advantage of around the holidays? New Year’s celebrations are here, and the 620 WTMJ team gave you all the essential information you need to know.
2026-01-0203 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Minnesota Childcare Fraud, California Bear, Honoring Bob Uecker, Brian Niznansky Weather, Jason Wilde Joins!A YouTuber/independent journalist is uncovering childcare fraud in Minnesota, or is he? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts dives into whether or not this is fraud, the regurgitated information and just how long Minnesota and national media has been covering the story.
A bear is living under someone’s house? That’s right. Ken Johnson, a California resident, is dealing with an unwanted guest who is causing damage. Local authorities are having trouble removing the bear, so what are the next steps? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts reported on this unique story.
As we look back on 2025, we must never forget the loss and...
2025-12-3126 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - Debbie's Drivers Ed, Jason Wilde Joins, AI In 2026, Dr. Raymond's Milwaukee Health BriefingIt’s time for Driver’s Ed with 620 WTMJ’s Debbie Lazaga. Debbie sat down with AAA to discuss the cold’s impact on a car for the winter season. Aspects like dying batteries, reduced crank strength and more are all ways that the cold can negatively impact cars. And EV drivers, you aren’t excluded! Packing blankets, boots, snacks and a scraper/brush is important at all times.
It’s almost time for week 18 of the NFL season, and Green and Gold Insider Jason Wilde joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News one last time. The 3-time Wisconsin Sports Writer of the Year discu...
2025-12-3129 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Buy Local Bonus, Operation Babylift Feature, Major Political Storylines In 2025/2026It’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts and Mike Spaulding discussed the lost MH37 0 plane discovery resuming 12 years after its disappearance, the skyrocketing flu rates from this time of year, and Denmark doing away with physical mail transports.
Why is it important to buy local, especially in high-volume times like the holiday season, and what is the Buy Local Bonus initiative? Claire Koenig, the VP of Communications and Advocacy for Visit Milwaukee, stopped in studio to discuss the local benefits. What’s the ripple effect of spending your dollars at a mom and pop shop ins...
2025-12-3027 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - Brandon Bostick Feature, 2025 Economy Recap, Trump/Netanyahu Meeting TakeawaysThe Packers have had some tough losses over the years, but not many will rival their 2014 NFC Championship collapse. Brandon Bostick muffed an onside kick before the Seahawks came all the way back to defeat the Green and Gold. Death threats and other egregious comments followed. 620 WTMJ’s Greg Matzek had more.
What did 2025 bring? When it comes to the economy, it brought a rather volatile U.S. economy. Whether it be tariffs and trade disputes ignited by Donald Trump or other big-picture concepts that impact grocery store prices. 620 WTMJ’s Michael Spaulding and Adam Roberts broke it all down.
What...
2025-12-3011 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Donald Trump's Meeting With Netanyahu, Giannis' Windmill Dunk, NY ResolutionsIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts and Michael Spaulding discussed finances for each campaign per WisEye, good vibes from Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons who is getting his ACL surgery done today and an update on Song Song Blue’s box office numbers.
Donald Trump met with Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu. What did the two discuss, why was Ukraine brought up and what were the main takeaways? Newsnation’s Libbey Deane joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News with details on Trump’s body language and main talking points.
Giannis Antetokounmpo threw down a windmill dunk in the Buck...
2025-12-2926 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - Honoring Lance Sijan, Bryan Bulaga Joins, Alexian Brother Feature, Mark Kass Top Sports StoriesLance Sijon, a Wisconsin hero, passed away after being ejected from an F4 and being held prisoner. 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure reported on the hero.
It’s Green and Gold Insiders time with Bryan Bulaga! The former Green Bay Packers offensive lineman expanded on the Green and Gold’s overtime loss to the Bears, Jordan Love’s injury, the NFC playoff picture and the likelihood that Malik Willis is the team’s backup next year.
620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts did a feature on the Alexian Brothers – let’s dive in!
What were the top sports stories of 2025? Milwaukee Business Journal’s Mark Kass joined...
2025-12-2328 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Barnes And Noble Growth, Venezuela Boats, Telly Hughes Joins, Loneliness During The HolidaysIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! John Mercure and Adam Roberts discussed where the flu is the worst as people travel for the holidays, a Milwaukee family still struggling with the impacts of a drastic summer flood and how inflation is impacting Santa’s treats.
Barnes and Noble locations are popping up everywhere, as the company is growing again! 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Adam Roberts dive in to the growth of the brick and mortar spots.
The double strike on a boat near Venezuela is gaining traction because now there is ANOTHER dispute with a boat in the r...
2025-12-2225 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P- Everyday Hero, Harley Workers Returning, Kent Lovern Joins, Brian Niznansky Weather, Joel Brennan Running For GovernorWhat would you do if a violent act was ongoing right in front of you? This week’s Everyday Hero faced just that scenario, and they saved the day. 620 WTMJ’s Erik Bilstad highlighted the heroic effort.
Harley-Davidson employees will be back in office, as the motorcycle company is requiring that white-collar employees return to working in the Milwaukee headquarters starting in March. 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello dove into the details.
Kent Lovern joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News in studio to recap the Hannah Dugan trial with 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello.
It’s chilly again, and t...
2025-12-2027 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - Reporter's Notebook Preview, Jason Wilde Joins, Week In Review, Joel Brennan In StudioWhat are the main storylines this weekend? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts joined John Mercure and Julia Fello in studio to preview what he has his eye on ahead of the weekend.
It’s Green and Gold Insiders time with Jason Wilde! The 3-time Wisconsin Sports Writer of the Year broke down the importance of the upcoming Packers vs. Bears matchup, an update on injuries and the NFC playoff picture. It’s all on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News.
In a week that has been filled with Hannah Dugan trial updates, a seismic NFC North battle preview and much more, we looked back and...
2025-12-2028 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Dugan Recap, Epstein Files Released, Local Beverage Drive Thru, Kent Lovern JoinsIt’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello discuss the Trump renaming of the Kennedy Center, a developing story on Chris Farley’s Brother and an update on the Powerball Prize rising to $1.5 billion.
The Hannah Dugan case is done. The judge was found guilty of felony construction but not guilty of concealing a person to prevent arrest. 620 WTMJ’s Elizabeth Lintonen joined John Mercure and Julia Fello in studio to break down the 4-day case.
It’s release day for the Epstein Files. What are the main takeaways from this latest development...
2025-12-1925 min
Travel Wisconsin4P - Dugan Latest, Packers vs. Bears Preview, Skiing And Snowboarding (Travel Wisconsin), Badgers Volleyball Final Four Preview620 WTMJ’s very own Elizabeth Lintonen joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News wit the latest on the Hannah Dugan trial as proceedings wrap up and a verdict is determined. Craig Koplien also joined the program to discuss the possibility of a snow squall tonight. What is it, how do you handle being in one and what are the correct precautions we all must take?
It’s Green and Gold Insiders time with ESPN Wisconsin’s Alex Strouf! The battle for the north may very well come down to the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears. Strouf dove in to the matchup...
2025-12-1927 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - Morgan Geyser In-Depth FocusIt’s in-depth on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News. 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Julia Fello began this month’s edition of in-depth with the history of the Morgan Geyser case and how a slender man worshipping person was driven to carry out such violent acts. John and Julia also track the ongoing coverage of the Hannah Dugan trial.
What is the true background on Morgan Geyser’s health? Jonathan Lavoy joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to discuss the history of schizophrenia, Geyser’s case, her status when she allegedly removed an ankle bracelet and much more.
What is parasocial behavior, and what role...
2025-12-1828 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - Mayfair K-9 Lawsuit, Mark Tauscher Joins, Debbie Lazaga's Car Safety Lesson, Dale Kooyenga JoinsIt’s Tory Lowe time! 101.7 The Truth’s very own Tory Lowe joined the program to talk about a dispute involving a security K-9 that bit somebody at the Mayfair Mall. 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure, Julia Fello and Lowe dove into the situation.
Green and Gold Insiders time! Mark Tauscher (Wilde and Tausch, weekdays from 9am-noon across ESPN WI) joined 620 WTMJ with his perspective on the Micah Parsons injury and a pivotal upcoming NFC North clash with the Chicago Bears.
What should people do when their cars get stuck in the snow? Debbie Lazaga joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News with a report...
2025-12-1826 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Dugan Trial, Micah Parsons Tears ACL, Senator Ron Johnson Joins,It’s the 3 at 3! John Mercure and Julia Fello discussed Bucks 2-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo buying a multifamily complex in Brooklyn, Jelly Roll being the closer for Summerfest on and John recapped a funny story from last week’s listener trip down south just last week.
It’s Day 1 of the Hannah Dugan trial. 620 WTMJ’s Elizabeth Lintonen joined Wisconsin’s afternoon news to discuss the early progressions of the trial and what to expect going forward.
A Cedarburg man making music in Memphis? 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure sat down with Matthew Wilson to tell his story. Wilson grew up in a family...
2025-12-1528 minWisconsin's Afternoon News5P - WTMJ Standout, Kapco Interviews, Brian Niznansky Weather, Jason Wilde On Broncos WeekWho is the next WTMJ Standout of the Year? It’s a boat. Yes… a boat. 620 WTMJ’s Erik Bilstad dives in to tell the story.
It’s all about giving at Grafton and Kapco! A pair of Cedarburg High School students joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to talk more about the Kapco Kids2Kids Toy Drive!
TMJ4’s Brian Niznansky joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to report on the frigid temperatures and what lies ahead as the wind chill projections don’t look too hot… literally.
It’s Green and Gold Insiders time with Jason Wilde! The 3-time Wisconsin Sports Writer of the...
2025-12-1325 minWisconsin's Afternoon NewsWTMJ Standout - A Boat?!Who is the next WTMJ Standout of the Year? It’s a boat. Yes… a boat. 620 WTMJ’s Erik Bilstad dives in to tell the story.
2025-12-1306 minWisconsin's Afternoon News3P - 3 at 3, Kapco Kids2Kids toy Drive, Sherrone Moore UpdateIt’s the 3 at 3! Julia Fello and Telly Hughes took a look around the Kapco Kids2Kids Toy Drive in Grafton, WI, there’s an FDA Blackbox warning and Marian University made the announcement that certain enrollees are in line for 50% off.
620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Telly Hughes gave an idea of the sights and sounds in Grafton, WI. The Kapco Kids2Kids Toy Drive is an amazing cause for children in and around the area.
Live interview time! 620 WMTJ’s Julia Fello and Telly Hughes conducted a live interview with Mike McManus at the 2025 Kapco Kids2Kids Toy Drive. W...
2025-12-1226 minWisconsin's Afternoon News4P - Sherrone Moore Update, Media Monopoly, Peter Fagen On Giannis Trade Talks, Shoplifting With A Cop? Standout Of The YearThe Sherrone Moore saga is only growing crazier. 620 WTMJ’s Telly Hughes reported on the latest developments with Michigan’s former head football coach who went on a threatening tirade yesterday.
Sherron Moore saga cont.
A Paramount Chief reportedly promised President Donald Trump ‘sweeping changes’ at CNN after the Warner Bros deal. What’s next? Julia Fello and Telly Hughes have the details.
What are the repercussions of continued Giannis Antetokounmpo trade speculation? Peter Fagen gives the details, and 620 WTMJ’s Julia Fello and Telly Hughes responded.
Shop with a Cop was… shoplifted? That’s right, there’s an accused shoplifter who was...
2025-12-1223 min
WTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Dan Winkelman Tells the Story of His Ride to Alaska to Raise Awareness for Pancreatic CancerDan Winkelman has lived many lives. Today on WTMJ Conversations, he sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss joining the Air Force as a teen, being a world-traveling pastor, his pancreatic cancer diagnosis, and more. Dan's latest adventure? A motorcycle trip to Hope, Alaska to raise awareness for Pancreatic Cancer. Get ready for motorcycle cameraderie, wildlife encounters, and more on this edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-11-3035 minWTMJ OutdoorsDeer Camps and Dock DreamsWTMJ Outdoors gears up for Wisconsin’s gun deer season and a midwinter escape at the Milwaukee Boat Show. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Outdoors Editor Paul Smith shares his 2025 plans, opening-weekend deer camp insights, and stories from 40 years covering Wisconsin’s wild places. Peggy Farrell of UW–Stevens Point’s Becoming an Outdoors Woman program explains how workshops open the outdoors to more women, and Ben Nielsen previews the Boat Show’s 56th year. Listen Saturdays at 2 p.m. on 620 WTMJ or on our podcast page.
2025-11-1138 minWTMJ OutdoorsThe Case for Wolves in WisconsinWTMJ Outdoors heads north this week as host Steve Scaffidi explores the heart of Wisconsin’s outdoor culture. From innovative hunting gear to storytelling from the deer camp, and the complex legacy of the gray wolf, this episode dives deep into the people and passions that shape the state’s wild spaces.
Steve chats with Jeremy Moore, co-owner of Hodag Outdoors, about tools that elevate the whitetail hunting experience. Ron Weber, DNR forester and writer, shares reflections on tradition and the spirit of Wisconsin deer camps. And filmmaker Rachel Tilseth discusses her documentary People and Wolves, shedding light on the live...
2025-10-1540 minWTMJ OutdoorsDeer Archery Season is (Almost) Here!It’s hunting season in Wisconsin, and this week’s episode of WTMJ Outdoors leans in to the deer hunting seasons in our state.
Paul Smith, Outdoors Editor at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, walks through the traditions of deer camp with an emphasis on hunter safety as we head to the woods.
Dan Trawicki from the Southeast Wisconsin Bowhunters Chapter, on the specialness of the Deer archery and crossbow season which begins on September 13th in Wisconsin as the Fall weather begins to change the hunting environment.
We wrap it up with Shawn Connelly, Marketing Director for the American Birkebeiner, which...
2025-09-0838 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Kortney Zblewski Chronicles Her Journey to Recieving the 1000th Heart Transplant at UW HealthA heart/lung transplant is an extremely rare & high risk procedure. In fact, the UW Heart Transplant Center has only performed 17 such transplants since 1989. Today on WTMJ Conversations, WTMJ's Libby Collins sits down with Kortney Zblewski, a Wisconsin mother who documented her journey as a heart/lung transplant recipient on TIkTok. Kortney talks about her wait for a heart and lung, the challenging road to recovery, living her life to the fullest with a new heart, and so much more. It's all ahead on this uplifting edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-09-0735 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Sarah Larson Supports Victims of Abuse in the Catholic ChurchSara Larson is the Founder and Executive Director of Awake, a Milwaukee-based organization representing survivors of clergy abuse throughout the United States. Today on WTMJ Conversations, she sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss why she founded the organization, the mission of Awake, infiltrating the Vatican to get her message to Pope Leo, and much more. It's all ahead on this edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-08-3135 minWTMJ OutdoorsWhat the Heck is Glamping?WTMJ Outdoors is rolling right through the summer, but there’s still time for camping, or the fancier version (glamping), here in Wisconsin.
Plus, August nights make a lot of us think about cooler Fall mornings and the opening of the deer hunting seasons, and a local Conservation Warden with
his observations on the tremendous response to recent record flooding in Wisconsin.
Steve Spears, from Northern Tool & Equipment, joins the show to talk about upgrading your camping experience, summer or winter, with some great gear
and tools to bring some of the comforts of home to your campsite.
Jeff Pritzl, De...
2025-08-2138 minWTMJ OutdoorsWTMJ Outdoors: Unlimited Ways to Experience the OutdoorsThere's some great things happening outdoors in Wisconsin - and beyond - and on this week's edition of WTMJ Outdoors Steve Scaffidi introduces Eric Brown, owner of Outdoor Living Unlimited, on his love of the outdoors and how his company helps shape people's outdoor living experience.
Also on the program, Steve talks with Malorie Paine, Executive Director of the Plover Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, about the great recreational opportunities in Central Wisconsin, including hiking, biking, and other great outside adventures.
Lee VanDenBrink, owner of Aerial Wildlife Solutions, on his innovative solution to help landowners and hunters assess their property, fr...
2025-08-1539 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Artist Megan Woodard Johnson Discusses the Creation of her Abstract PiecesMegan Woodward Johnson creates her paintings by talking to them. Today on WTMJ Conversations, the Artist in Residence at Saint Kate the Arts Hotel sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins. She talks about the way that she puts together her pieces from scraps and paint, the way that audiences react to her art, and much more. It's all ahead on this perspective-shifting edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-08-1035 minWTMJ OutdoorsWTMJ Outdoors: State Fair Edition!On this week’s Special Edition of WTMJ Outdoors presented by Outdoor Living Unlimited, Steve Scaffidi takes you to the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair!
Featuring live at-the-fair interviews with State Fair CEO Shari Black, Midwest Farm Report’s Pam Jahnke, Alice in Dairyland Sarah Hagenow, and representatives from the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Livestock Auction and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, WTMJ Outdoors takes you right to the West Allis fairgrounds for this favorite annual summer event.
Steve Scaffidi is also the host of the Scaffidiology Podcast and Point Taken, which airs weekdays 10-Noon on 620 WTMJ.
2025-08-0938 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Landscape Architect Joe Kresl Discusses the Importance of Urban Nature Spaces in WisconsinThe Wauwatosa Historical Society is presenting an exhibit of artifacts dating back to 1875, the year Charles Hawks, Sr. founded his business. Today on WTMJ Conversations, Joe Kresl, the current president of The Hawks Nursery Company, sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins. He talks about the history of the company, the importance of nature in urban spaces, his favorite gardens in Milwaukee, and so much more. It's all ahead on this informative edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-07-2735 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Author and Coach Susan K Wehrley Talks About Trusting Your Gut and Her New TV ShowLocal author and motivational coach Susan K. Wehrley has written 12 books. Her latest, titled Shift has been turned into a docu-reality show that will air in September on multiple streaming services. Today on WTMJ Conversations, she sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss the importance of using your intuition, how trusting her gut saved her daughter's life and revealed a family secret, the challenges of producing her own tv show, and so much more. It's all ahead on this thrilling edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-07-1335 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Kate McLaughlin from McLaughlin & Hayes Hat Company Talks About Being One of the Only Master Hat Makers in the CountryHat making is a lost art with only 15 master hat makers left in the United States, but three of them are right here in Milwaukee. Today on WTMJ Conversations, Kate McLaughlin from the McLaughlin & Hayes Hat Company talks with WTMJ's Libby Collins about the lost art of hat making, creating headpieces for stage and screen, being immortalized in the Kentucky Derby Museum, and so much more. It's all ahead on this fashionable edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-05-2535 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Adam Meyers Details the Trauma Police Officers Can Experience After a Critical IncidentWhen a police officer is involved in a critical incident, many people are affected, but we seldom hear about the toll it takes on the first responder involved in the incident. Today on WTMJ Conversations, Hartford Township Police Captain Adam Meyers sits down with WTMJ’s Libby Collins to share his story and his newest initiative, Stop the Threat – Stop the Stigma. It’s all ahead on this edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2025-05-1135 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Filmmaker Michael Jahr Tells the Story of Joshua Glover, an Escaped Slave Whose Kidnapping in Milwaukee Led to the Formation of the Republican PartyIn 1854, a runaway slave named Joshua Glover made his way to the free state of Wisconsin. He was pursued by slave hunters and abducted in the middle of the night in Racine, leading to a group of over 5,000 people from Milwaukee and Racine coming together free Joshua from his imprisonment. Today on WTMJ Conversations, filmmaker Michael Jahr tells WTMJ's Libby Collins the breathtaking story of Joshua's betrayal by a friend, the riot that destroyed the courthouse imprisoning him, and how Joshua Glover's story led to the formation of the Republican Party and the election of Abraham Lincoln. It's all ahead on...
2025-05-0435 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Dr. Paul Trebian Shares Lessons Learned from Growing Up in AlaskaImagine growing up in the Alaskan wilderness as a member of the Tlingit tribe. Today on WTMJ Conversations, Dr. Paul Trebian, President & CEO of the International Institute of Wisconsin talks with WTMJ's Libby Collins about experiences that shaped the person he is today. Hear Paul talk about his experience running into a bear in the wild, a fishing story he'll never forget, the best advice his grandma gave him, and so much more. It's all ahead on this edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-03-3035 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Entertainment Critic Ryan Jay Tells Stories from Behind the Scenes on the Red CarpetYou might know him from The Morning Blend, but he's worked on the Jerry Springer Show, Bravo's reality programs, and is one of the foremost film critics in the country. Today on WTMJ Conversations, Ryan Jay shares behind the scenes stories from the world of entertainment with WTMJ's Libby Collins. He discusses creating a new radio show from the ground up, becoming a world-renowned Oz historian, being recognized by celebrities, and so much more. It's all ahead on this dramatic edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-03-2335 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Larry Lynne, Tells the Story of How He Became the Godfather of Milwaukee Rock n RollLarry Lynne has been in a countless number of bands. He has shared the stage with many musical icons. He's even had national radio hits. Today on WTMJ Conversations, the Godfather of Milwaukee Rock n Roll sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to talk about starting his band, the Skunks, sharing the stage with legends like Little Richard and Chuck Berry, recording hit songs like "Elvira" and "I Recommend Her", and so much more. It's all ahead on this rockin' edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-03-1635 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Sister Charlene Zeisset Talks About the Study That Changed the Way We Think of Aging and AlzheimersThe Nun Study began in 1986, with the aim of answering the question of what causes Dementia and Alzheimer's. But this study has a connection to Milwaukee that you may not have known about! Today on WTMJ Conversations, Sister Charlene Zeisset talks with WTMJ's Libby Collins about the origins and practice of the Nun Study, the legacy left by those involved, and what we can learn from it. It's all ahead on this fascinating edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-03-0235 min
Spanning The StateUpdates on SROS in MPS, Milwaukee's Auto Show and Agriculture Updates with The Fabulous Farm Babe Pam JahnkeToday on Spanning the State Kristin Brey and Brian Noonan they are joined by 620 WTMJ Reporter Jessica Gatzow to talk about a meeting with the Milwaukee Public School District and the Milwaukee Police Department regarding getting school resource officers back in schools. Gatzow explains what it was like hearing the contentious arguments in the courtroom, Judge Borowski’s ruling to push the deadline back once again, the consequences for MPS for missing the first deadline and what will happen next. Then the host of 620 WTMJ's Midwest Farm Report and Fabulous Farm Babe Pam Jahnke talks to Kristin and Brian about mo...
2025-02-2731 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Marty Komisar from Biltrite Furniture and His Daughter Randi Discuss Making a Family Business Last Four GenerationsYou know them for their commercials and quality furniture, but how does a legacy business like Biltrite begin? Today on WTMJ Conversations, Marty and Randi from Biltrite Furniture sit down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss how the business began, growing up in a furniture store, predicting style trends, the furniture and funeral home connection, and much more. It's all ahead on this edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2025-02-2335 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Travelling Nurse Kristine Hoiland Shares Stories from Helping People Around the WorldKristine Hoiland is a nurse practitioner in the Medical College of Wisconsin Division of Hematology and Oncology. But that's not the only thing Kristine does. She also works with international aid organizations, bringing her nursing skills to vulnerable patients in places like Haiti, Niger, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Nigeria, Uganda, Pakistan and Ukraine. Today on WTMJ Conversations, she talks with WTMJ's Libby Collins about her beginnings in travel nursing, working in an active war zone, being in New York City in the beginnings of the COVID-19 pandemic, and much more. It's all ahead on this edition of WTMJ...
2024-12-2235 min
Brewers All AccessBONUS: 2024 Games of the Year CountdownHappy Holidays from all of us at 620 WTMJ, your home for Brewers baseball. Dom Cotroneo cooked up his own top ten list of the best games of the 2024 season. This list is purely arbitrary and meant to give you some content to debate around the holidays for your memory bank from this season.
We go through each game with six key features: a prologue, a time capsule, the highlight recap, things you forgot, heroes of the game, and a title for the game in five words or less.
Sprinkled throughout the episode are audio calls from Bob Uecker, Jeff Levering...
2024-12-202h 05WTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Peter Rettler Runs to Commemorate Victims of 9/11Educator Peter Rettler has run every single day for over 30 years. Today on WTMJ Conversations, he tells WTMJ's Libby Collins how his journey began, continuing through hurdles like kidney stones, cancelled flights, and childbirth, and why he decided to turn his passion into a way to raise funds for the Wisconsin 9/11 Memorial in Kewaskum. It's all ahead on this invigorating edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-09-0835 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: RV Adventurers Kira and Tim LafondFor some it's a dream come true, selling it all and hitting the road in an RV to see the country. Well, Kira and Tim Lafond did just that. Today on WTMJ Conversations, they talk with WTMJ's Libby Collins about their journey, the plethora of people they met along the way, and what they learned about themselves and each other. It's all ahead on this free-spirited edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-08-1835 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Roger CaplingerRoger Caplinger spent 33 years as the Medical Director for the Milwaukee Brewers. In 2017 he received the devastating news that he had pancreatic cancer. Today, he sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss his remarkable journey, what he learned from working with the Brewers, the revolutionary pancreatic cancer research being done in Milwaukee, and so much more. It's all ahead on this edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2024-07-2835 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Independent Presidential Candidate RFK, Jr. and a Look at the Kennedy Family Political DynastyWith the RNC in Milwaukee, politics are at the top of everyone's mind. On this edition of WTMJ Conversations, Libby Collins shares 3 interviews about an American political dynasty: the Kennedys. First, Libby talks with former Congressman Patrick Kennedy about his struggles with mental health. Next, an interview with the former boarding school roommate of JFK Jr., and finally, an exclusive interview with independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. where he talks about his complicated family dynamic, being scrutinized by the media, and much more. It's all ahead on this edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-07-1435 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Diana Higgenbottom AnagnostopoulosDiana Higgenbottom Anagnostopoulos has had a long journey. After finding out as a child that she was adopted, her search for her birth parents is a story decades in the making. Today, she sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to tell the whole tale, from finding out that her biological mother did not want to meet her, to being reunited with her father's family, and having her journey be the focus of a documentary. It's all ahead on this heartwarming edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2024-07-0735 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Ivan BannierIvan Bannier, a sixteen-year-old from Franklin, Wisconsin, is part of a very exclusive club. He is one of about 500 people to earn every scouting merit badge! On this edition of WTMJ Conversations, he talks with WTMJ's Libby Collins about his favorite badges, the highs and lows of his quest, the badges that almost made him give up, and what he could possibly do now. Be prepared for this exciting edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-06-3035 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Sister Debra ScianoSister Debra Sciano is not only the provincial leader for the School Sisters of Notre Dame, but she also spent years working in the District Attorney's office. What's it like being a nun in the 21st century? Sister Debra Sciano joins WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss balancing her duties to the church with her life as a lawyer, the increasing age of nuns, and much more on this candid edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2024-06-0935 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Ken HumphreyIn early 2023, Mark Jensen was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 1998 murder of his wife. Today, WTMJ's Libby Collins sits down with that trial's jury, Ken Humphrey. Ken goes deep into the jury selection process, gives us the inside scoop on how a jury operates, and talks about his new book, which is loosely based on his experiences with the trial. It's all ahead on this thrilling edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-05-1935 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Kristin BreyYou know her from Spanning the State and As Goes Wisconsin, but there's so much more to Kristin Brey. Today, she sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to tell her story. Tune in to hear about Kristin's life as an actor in Hollywood, her time working in tech in New York, and how she ended up in Milwaukee at WTMJ. It's all ahead on this exciting edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2024-05-1235 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: The Milwaukee RecordMayor Cavalier Johnson recently proclaimed April 7th, 2024 as "Milwaukee Record Day" in honor of the publication's ten year anniversary. Today, WTMJ's Libby Collins sits down with the Milwaukee Record's co-founders, Matt Wild and Tyler Maas, for a hilarious discussion about music, culture, gentle sarcasm, and much more on this edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2024-05-0535 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Tom SellarsAs the CEO of Sellars Absorbent Materials, Tom Sellars has been dedicated to creating sustainable, environmentally friendly products. But Tom is much more than a businessman. He has worked with artists like James Taylor, Willie Nelson, Jerry Garcia, and even Paul McCartney to plan massive concerts to raise awareness of Earth Day. Tom joins WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss how he first began working with musicians, some of his favorite "on the tour bus" stories, and his pivot to starting a business that became a multi-million dollar company. It's all ahead on this edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-04-2135 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Ben MulwanaMusician Ben Mulwana was born in Uganda, but now resides in Wisconsin. Today, he tells WTMJ's Libby Collins the story of how he began playing music in Africa, his move to Wisconsin, his biggest culture shocks and much more on this edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-04-1435 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Kathie GiorgioMany people dream of writing a book. But where do you start? On today's WTMJ Conversations, Libby Collins sits down with founder of Waukesha's International Creative Writing Studio, Kathie Giorgio, to discuss how she began writing, the events in her life that inspire her work, how she helps aspiring authors get published, and much more! It's all ahead on this exciting edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2024-03-1035 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Angie MackIf you wanted to record an album, where would you go? Nashville, New York, or L.A.? What about Grafton? Today, WTMJ's Libby Collins sits down with Blues Historian Angie Mack to talk about a recording studio that recorded some of the most influential blues artists of the genre. Learn about the early days of Paramount Records, how Grafton is keeping its blues legacy alive, and much more on this exciting edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-03-0335 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Anwar Floyd-PruittAnwar Floyd Pruitt may be the most interesting man in Milwaukee. He is an artist and puppeteer, a Harvard graduate, and much more. He sat down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss how he became an artist in his 30s, being attacked while creating a Black Lives Matter mural, and more on this exciting edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-02-1835 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: David LeeGrowing up, David Lee wanted to be the Chinese George Clooney. Today, he's the president and general manager of Milwaukee NPR. He sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss how he ended up in Milwaukee, the trials and tribulations of working as a screenwriter, the tremendous impact that public radio has had on his life, and much, much more. It's all ahead on this exciting edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2024-02-1135 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Dale KooyengaThe Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce has a new president: Former State Senator Dale Kooyenga. He sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to discuss his history in the military, his time in politics, the challenges he faces coming into his new role, and what makes him ready for it. It's all ahead on this edition of WTMJ Conversations!
2024-01-0735 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Holly McManusPolice dog handlers have to form a trusting relationship with their K-9 partner, but it doesn't mean it's always easy. Franklin Police Detective Holly McManus sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to talk about some of the challenges, building her relationship with Franklin's first K-9, and the charitable foundation started in his name. It's all ahead on this edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2023-12-1035 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Carole MeekinsCarole Meekins has spent 32 years as anchor at TMJ4. She tells WTMJ's Libby Collins about how she began her career in news, her doubts when she first arrived in Milwaukee, her passion for showing the positive side of the city, and much more on this edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2023-12-0335 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Raven JemisonRaven Jemison has worked with sports teams in the NHL, MLB, NFL, and the NBA. She sits down with WTMJ's Libby Collins to talk about her life and personal journey, how she began working with the Milwaukee Bucks, and her new book. It's all ahead on this exciting edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2023-11-2635 minWTMJ ConversationsWTMJ Conversations: Scott KlugMilwaukee native Scott Klug started his career as a TV news reporter, but changed careers serving Madison in Congress for 4 terms. Now, he's starting a podcast designed to reach out to Americans who don't necessarily fit in with the left or the right. WTMJ's Libby Collins sits down with him to discuss his life before Congress, his time in politics and the Gang of Seven, and what he's doing now. It's all ahead on today's edition of WTMJ Conversations.
2023-10-1535 min
WTMJ NightsA St. Patrick's Day edition of WTMJ Nights!A three-hour St. Patrick's Day edition of WTMJ Nights! The question of the night.... How do you celebrate your St. Patrick's Day?
Brian dives into a quick history lesson on the holiday and tells us how he celebrates as someone who is Irish.
Corn Beef... do you enjoy it? Are there text phrases that ever upset you? Brian goes through text phrases that apparently rub the younger generation the wrong way.
Do parents have a hiding spot from their kids?
In the second half of the show, it's At The Breweries where of course beer in Milwaukee is the hot...
2023-03-181h 54
Brewers All AccessTyler Kepner joins to talk 1982 World Series, modern pitching, and trivia!Tyler Kepner is a New York Times baseball columnist with a knack for digging up the deepest cuts of baseball history and trivia for his readers.He has authored two New York Times Bestsellers with 2019's "K: A History of Baseball in Ten Pitches" and his most recent work, "The Grandest Stage: A History of the World Series."We sit down to discuss the research that goes into these two works, the 1982 World Series, and plenty of Hall of Fame discussion as well. His annual holiday trivia extravaganza can be found here: https...
2023-02-0136 min