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Wisconsin"s Afternoon News

Hosts John Mercure and Julia Fello bring you the latest in news and information from across Southeast Wisconsin every weekday afternoon.

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9:42

Dan Buttery: The Real Meaning Behind Memorial Day

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/23

Retired War Memorial Center CEO Dan Buttery joins John and Julia to reflect on what Memorial Day means to him. His message is clear: this day is about sacrifice, gratitude, and national unity.

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8:25

Through a Soldier’s Eyes: What Memorial Day Really Means

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/23

Iraq and Afghanistan veterans Cody Crangle and Brandon Sneide join John and Julia for an emotional, firsthand reflection on the meaning of Memorial Day, the weight of remembrance, and the friendships they carry in their hearts.

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4:28

The 3 @ 3: Honoring Heroes on Memorial Day

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/23

John Mercure and Julia Fello explore three powerful Memorial Day stories—from national sacrifice statistics to a new Wauwatosa memorial, and a preview of John's upcoming emcee role at Milwaukee’s Wood Cemetery. A heartfelt start to a patriotic hour.

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4:15

Local Vietnam helicopter pilot remembers friend who...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/23

Tom "Huey" Huhn flew Huey helicopters in Vietnam in 1967 and 1968 during the height of the Vietnam War. He shuttled men and supplies in and out of the dense rice paddies in the heart of Vietnam, often under intense enemy fire. On this Memorial Day weekend, Huhn is remembering his fallen friends.

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27:59

4P: Memorial Day Travel Tips and More

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/22

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4:57

WE Energies New Peregrine Falcons with Alison Truoy

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/22

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9:29

Memorial Day Open House w/ Colonel Charles Merkel

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/22

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27:43

3P: 911 Zombies

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/22

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9:22

Big Beautiful Bill Double Feature w/ Charles Benson...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/22

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5:32

EAA Preview with Dan Knapinski

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/22

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22:04

5 PM: Untold Stories of Brett Favre, Salute to...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/21

The 5 PM hour kicks off with a moving Salute to Service featuring Chaplain Mark Jaramillo of the Norway Fire Department, who redefines pastoral care in public safety. Then, John and Julia take listener calls reacting to the Brett Favre Netflix documentary—did it offer new insight or just rehash old headlines? To close the hour, MMAC CEO & President Dale Kooyenga talks MPS missed deadline.

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9:26

Milwaukee Health Briefing: Zebrafish, CRISPR & The...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/20

Dr. Ross Collery from the Medical College of Wisconsin explains how zebrafish and CRISPR gene-editing are changing the landscape of medical research. A fascinating look at the cutting-edge science happening right here in Milwaukee.

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26:11

3 PM: Living with Prostate Cancer, Foreign Policy...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/20

John Mercure and Julia Fello tackle the day’s trending topics in “The 3 @ 3,” including a travel boom for Memorial Day, Trump’s jab at Walmart, and falling grocery prices. ABC News’ Shannon Kingston joins to unpack Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s fiery Capitol Hill defense of Trump’s foreign policy and budget cuts. The hour continues with reaction to Netflix’s new Brett Favre documentary — where John shares personal reflections on the Favre family — and wraps with a candid, moving interview with

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9:52

Prostate Cancer Up Close: One Man’s Journey

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/20

Law enforcement expert Steve Pedersen joins John and Julia to share his deeply personal story of living with prostate cancer. In light of President Biden’s recent diagnosis, Steve offers insight into symptoms, treatment options, and how the disease reshaped his life.

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6:25

Rubio Pushes Back: Trump’s Foreign Policy on Trial

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/20

Secretary of State Marco Rubio faced heated scrutiny on Capitol Hill while defending sweeping cuts to foreign aid. ABC News’ Shannon Kingston joins John Mercure and Julia Fello to break down Rubio’s testimony and what it signals about America’s evolving global role.

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3:47

The 3 @ 3: Memorial Day Travel Rush, Tariff Talk &...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/20

John Mercure and Julia Fello break down the three biggest trending stories of the day. From a record-breaking Memorial Day travel forecast to Trump’s tariff jab at Walmart, plus why grocery prices are (finally) easing across the country!

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19:55

5 PM: Weather Cuts, Marriage Debates & The Science...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/19

John and Julia explore how federal budget cuts are crippling the National Weather Service and putting public safety at risk—meteorologist Craig Koplien explains the consequences. In a candid cultural discussion, they unpack Paul Pierce’s viral take on how marriage "benefits women more than men" and open the phones to listener reactions. Plus, in a 3:45 interview replay, Dr. Anai Kothari provides a detailed, medical breakdown of Joe Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis—what “aggressive” really means and

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6:03

Lane Grindle: Brewers Searching for Answers

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/19

Brewers broadcaster Lane Grindle chats with John and Julia about the team’s offensive slump, losing 2 of 3 to Minnesota, and what might turn things around.

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25:46

4 PM: Biden Health, Parkinson’s Walk & Packers Ticket...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/19

WTMJ’s Salute to Service Week kicks off with the incredible story of Officer Dan Riess and his K9 partner, Lambo. Julia Fello shares memorable moments from the Moving Day Parkinson’s event with TMJ4’s Brian Niznansky. Travis Loftus of Ticket King joins to explain the explosion in Packers ticket demand following the 2025 schedule release. Plus, Brewers broadcaster Lane Grindle talks about Milwaukee’s offensive struggles, and Dr. Al Johnson from the NIH offers a national perspective on Joe Biden’s

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8:29

NIH Expert on Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis and Outlook

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/19

Dr. Al Johnson from the NIH joins to discuss former President Biden’s aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis—what it means medically, and how treatment could proceed.

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