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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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5:52

Judge on Trial: Legal Expert Weighs in on Dugan Case

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/15

Attorney Julius Kim breaks down Judge Dugan’s courtroom appearance and her team’s controversial claim of judicial immunity in the face of federal charges.

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6:52

Paddles at the Pavilion: Pickleball Hits Summerfest

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/15

Get active this summer at Henry Maier Festival Park! Guests from Milwaukee World Festival and Team Lammi join the show to announce free open pickleball play in the heart of downtown.

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19:12

3 PM: Climate Anxiety, EAA AirVenture & A Massive...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/15

From Walmart raising prices to a discarded donated brain and a full summer beer garden schedule, John Mercure and Julia Fello dive into today’s hot topics. They also discuss a tragic case in Georgia where a mother must keep her brain-dead daughter alive due to abortion laws, get a preview of EAA AirVenture with Dick Knapinski, and explore the rising reality of climate anxiety with therapist Megan Anderson.

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6:42

Worried About the Planet? You’re Not Alone

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/15

Therapist Megan Anderson joins to discuss the rise in climate anxiety—what it is, who it’s affecting, and how people can manage their growing fears about Earth’s future.

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3:37

The 3 @ 3: Tariffs Hit Walmart, Brain Mistake &...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/15

John Mercure and Julia Fello break down the three trendiest stories of the day—from Walmart raising prices due to tariffs, to a shocking incident involving a donated brain at Wisconsin Children’s Hospital, and the release of this summer’s traveling beer garden schedule.

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21:49

5 PM: Packers, Pets & Political Buzz With Major Garrett

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/14

This hour blends Wisconsin pride and national politics. ESPN Wisconsin’s Jason Wilde returns to break down the Packers’ full 2025 schedule—from a rare home opener to holiday clashes and the impact of streaming on fans. Debbie Lazaga reports live from the Brewers Community Foundation’s annual Drive-Thru Pet Supply Drive benefiting the Wisconsin Humane Society (with her dog Hamilton in tow!). And CBS News' Major Garrett delivers the latest buzz from Washington, covering Trump’s Middle East tour,

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21:49

Planes, Politics & the Middle East: A D.C. Rundown...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/14

CBS News Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett gives the latest from the nation’s capital. From Trump’s Middle East tour and tariff updates to Qatar’s surprising military gift to the U.S., Major joins John and Julia to connect the dots between international diplomacy, domestic policy, and everything in between.

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24:50

4 PM: Mother's Day Fire Fallout, Judge Dugan Indicted...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/14

John and Julia take listeners through a gripping and emotional hour, beginning with a tragic Mother’s Day fire in Milwaukee—Tory Lowe joins to unpack how it could have been prevented. The hour turns political as a Milwaukee County judge is indicted for allegedly aiding an undocumented immigrant in evading ICE agents. Travel Wisconsin Secretary Anne Sayers spotlights hidden gems across the state where history comes alive, and MMAC’s Dale Kooyenga breaks down the latest on tariffs, AI investments, and

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7:39

Milwaukee Economic Briefing with MMAC's CEP Dale...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/14

MMAC President and CEO Dale Kooyenga shares insights on the current economic landscape in Milwaukee. From global topics like paused China tariffs to local shifts like the MPS superintendent shake-up, and whether AI is delivering on its promise, this conversation offers a fast-paced briefing on what’s driving decisions in boardrooms and classrooms alike.

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5:00

Tragedy on Mother’s Day: The Milwaukee Fire That...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/14

A Mother's Day tragedy rocked Milwaukee as a deadly fire claimed several lives. John and Julia welcome community advocate Tory Lowe to discuss what went wrong, why housing protections may have failed residents, and what must change to avoid future catastrophes. It’s a difficult but necessary conversation about housing, responsibility, and systemic gaps.

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10:11

Packers Preview: Holidays, Home Games & the Streaming...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/14

John and Julia are joined by ESPN Wisconsin’s Jason Wilde to break down the Green Bay Packers’ full 2025 schedule. From a rare home opener to holiday matchups and how streaming platforms are changing the way fans watch, they explore what fans can expect this season—and whether the digital age is helping or hurting the NFL experience.

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11:23

4 PM: Pets, Profits & Policy

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/13

John and Julia kick off the hour with some furry fun—featuring HAWs Pet of the Month and how you can adopt or support local animal rescue efforts. Then, business strategist Scott Bushkie breaks down the latest on the US-China trade truce. What does this 90-day tariff pause mean for the economy, American businesses, and the next phase of international negotiations?

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6:04

Trade Truce Talk: What It Means for Business

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/13

Business strategist Scott Bushkie joins John and Julia to break down the 90-day US-China tariff pause. Who benefits? What’s at stake? And how are companies positioning themselves in this evolving global chess game?

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27:55

3 PM: John's Big Award, Stressful Skies & Massive...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/13

In this hour, John Mercure and Julia Fello dive into the day's biggest stories—starting with the “3 @ 3” tackling the most stressful airport in America, a possible EPA rollback on car start/stop features, and a witness update in the P. Diddy case. Then, learn how Milwaukee’s Moving Day 2025 is raising awareness for Parkinson’s disease. ABC’s Molly Nagle checks in with a recap of President Trump’s high-profile Middle East trip and his surprise move to end Syrian sanctions. John shares heartfelt

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8:50

Milwaukee Health Briefing: NIH Grant Cancellations

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/13

Medical College of Wisconsin CEO Dr. John Raymond joins John and Julia to unpack the NIH’s decision to cancel nearly 700 research grants. What happened, why it matters, and how it impacts local and national scientific progress.

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4:25

Trump in the Middle East: Day One Dispatch

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/13

ABC’s Molly Nagle joins John and Julia to recap day one of President Trump’s ambitious Middle East tour. From peace talks to surprise sanctions news, get the inside scoop on this high-stakes diplomatic journey.

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5:44

The 3 @ 3: Stressful Skies, Car Controversies & Diddy...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/13

John Mercure and Julia Fello break down three buzzworthy headlines: Why Chippewa Falls Airport tops the stress list, what the EPA’s move against auto start/stop tech could mean for drivers, and the latest eye-opening testimony in the P. Diddy case.

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11:49

4 PM: Jumbo Jet Debate & The Brewers Brief with Lane...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/12

From the ballpark to Air Force One, John Mercure and Julia Fello unpack the Brewers' injury-plagued but hopeful season with Lane Grindle, then dive into ABC’s Anne Flaherty’s exclusive report on Qatar’s jaw-dropping jumbo jet gift to the U.S. Department of Defense—raising big questions about legality, legacy, and presidential perks.

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6:31

Qatar’s Jumbo Jet Gift: Legal or Lavish?

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/12

ABC’s Anne Flaherty explains the controversial gift of a Boeing 747-8 from Qatar to the U.S. Department of Defense—intended for presidential use. What does this mean for President Trump, and does it cross any legal lines?

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5:18

Brewers' Bumps and Bright Spots: Lane Grindle Breaks...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/05/12

Milwaukee Brewers broadcaster Lane Grindle joins the show to talk about the team’s rollercoaster season, injury woes, and reasons fans should keep the faith.

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