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Wisconsin"s Midday News

Hosted by Greg Matzek and Jessica Tighe, Wisconsin’s Midday News is Wisconsin’s touchpoint throughout the day for reliable, accurate, and relevant news stories. Greg is a familiar voice on WTMJ as the station’s top authority on Wisconsin sports. Tighe is an Emmy-nominated journalist with nearly two decades of news experience, including seven years at CBS 58 in Milwaukee. Together, they will cover the top stories of the day, provide updates on developing stories, and more.

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25:27

1p: Gotta Love That Roof

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/21

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include TMJ4 News Meteorologist Jacob Montesano. We talk about how a record number of applicants at UW-Madison are facing an admission rate low. We also honor another Everyday Hero and look at prediction markets here in Wisconsin.

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4:09

Three Big Things - 8/21

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/21

1. Health officials in Wisconsin and Minnesota are now warning of sprouts that may be contaminated with E. coli or Salmonella. 2. The Miz takes the mound for the Brewers in a rare Friday afternoon game at American Family Field, as the Packers play tonight in Denver, and Fiserv Forum opens its doors to women's volleyball. 3. A new move from Walmart aims at lowering prices.

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28:38

12p: Let's Spike It!

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/21

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include Alger Correctional Facility Deputy Warden Patti Hubble and Milwaukee Brewers President of Business Operations Rick Schlesinger. We wrap up with the Week in Review.

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8:56

Why an Early Friday First Pitch?

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/21

Milwaukee Brewers President of Business Operations Rick Schlesinger talks about why today’s Friday game is a 3:10 first pitch, instead of a night game. How does this help the players? How does this benefit the fans?

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11:45

Ridglan Beagles Part of Prison Program

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/21

Alger Correctional Facility Deputy Warden Patti Hubble talks about how some of the Ridglan Farms beagles are helping inmates in Michigan, through a dog training program. How do the inmates and dogs trade off teaching each other important lessons? How do the inmates feel when the dogs get adopted? How are inmates chosen to take part in this program? How do inmates get to interact with the community through this program, as well?

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2:28

Now at Noon - 8/21

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/21

1. Wisconsin is keeping an eye on yet another round of strong storms today. 2. Investigators in Philadelphia say they believe they know the identity of the person accused of terrorizing more than a dozen people, all the while wearing a Chucky-style Halloween mask. 3. Alcohol consumption has fallen to its lowest level in nearly nine decades, while cannabis use is on the rise.

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13:51

12p: We Want Your Pee

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/20

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines.Guests include ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan. We also talk about why a national ad campaign is telling people to send their pee to cool data centers.

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4:51

NASA Not Saving Space Telescope

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/20

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan talks about how the mission to save NASA’s sinking Swift Observatory was called off Wednesday, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year. What was the reason behind the decision to call things off? What will happen to the telescope? When does re-entry happen next?

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3:39

Now at Noon - 8/20

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/20

1. A massive structure fire is burning at a building under construction in West Allis. 2. Investigators continue to investigate the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, as her on-again, off-again boyfriend Brian Hickerson is also interacting with law enforcement. 3. The National Weather Service confirms Tuesday night's summer storm included a tornado.

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24:58

2p: Another Reason NOT to Go to Illinois

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/19

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two.Guests include ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan. We also talk about how PSL season is now upon us, the end of the line for Columbia House, and another reason Wisconsinites may not want to drive across the Illinois border.

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5:01

Ten Commandments Classroom Controversy

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/19

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan talks about how civil rights advocates and families of public-school students have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review a Texas law requiring classroom displays of the Ten Commandments. How does this tee up a potential new test of state-sponsored religious expression in classrooms? What specific Ten Commandments have to be displayed? How could this impact other states?

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2:56

Top Two at Two - 8/19

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/19

1. The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Milwaukee Public Schools. 2. Oak Creek leaders approve a final agreement with Buc-ee's regarding the state's first travel center.

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26:11

1p: Storm Chaser IS the Ride

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/19

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include Dr. Ben Weston from the Medical College of Wisconsin and TMJ4 News Meteorologist Jacob Montesano. We wrap up with a montage of last night's Brewers' big blowout win.

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8:42

Weekly Wellness: Melatonin vs. Magnesium

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/19

The latest Weekly Wellness Check with Dr. Ben Weston from the Medical College of Wisconsin includes the difference between using melatonin vs. magnesium for sleep, new FDA-approved blood tests for Alzheimer's, and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s recent announcement about freezing her eggs.

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4:45

Three Big Things - 8/19

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/19

1. The cleanup continues today across Southeast Wisconsin after strong storms brought down trees and power lines, leaving thousands in the dark. 2. Amazon is expanding drone delivery of everyday items to millions of potential customers. 3. The Milwaukee Brewers tied the MLB record for most lopsided shutout win!

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30:06

12p: You Had Rolling Stones?!

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/19

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include ESPN Wisconsin Host Jason Wilde and MeidasTouch Chief Washington Correspondent Scott MacFarlane. We wrap up with a trip down memory lane!

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12:44

Data Center Clash in Gubernatorial Race

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/19

MeidasTouch Chief Washington Correspondent Scott MacFarlane talks about how President Trump is actively pushing to accelerate the construction of artificial intelligence and high-tech data centers in the United States. Republican candidate for Governor, Tim Tiffany’s opposition of data center expansion is a central theme of his campaign. Does Tiffany risk dividing Republican voters by taking a stance that challenges the President? The Justice Department unfurled 60-page argument to salvage

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27:35

2p: Sausages at Your Wedding

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/18

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two.Guests include ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski. We also talk about how the alleged ringleader of a cocaine trafficking operation run out of two Penn State fraternity houses has surrendered to authorities and where Packers fans rank in the Nielsen Scarborough NFL Fandom Index.

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12:55

Tech Tuesday: Meta Back in Court

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/18

ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski talks about how another week means another high-profile case against Meta. Why could this case be bigger than the ones prior? Why could the penalties be higher, as well? Plus, the Trump Media Company announced its offering early, exclusive access to President Trump's posts on U.S. Policy. Who's suing the President and why?

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3:47

Top Two at Two - 8/18

Wisconsin"s Midday News ·

2026/08/18

1. The Department of Natural Resources confirms Wisconsin's first cases of EHD in wild deer this year. 2. Mark Murphy, former Green Bay Packers President/CEO and Super Bowl-winning safety for Washington, will teach about the evolution of football at UW-Green Bay.

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