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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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8:50

National Anthem Controversy: Is Booing Ever Acceptable?

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/21

John Mercure and Julia Fello discuss the heated debate sparked by the NHL’s 4-Nations face-off: Is it ever okay to boo another country’s national anthem? They share their thoughts on this controversial topic.

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6:52

Senate’s $340 Billion Budget: What’s Next for Trump’s...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/21

John Mercure and Julia Fello are joined by ABC News’ Allie Pecorin to discuss the Senate’s approval of a $340 billion budget resolution, setting the stage for the next step in President Trump’s agenda. What happens next as the House prepares to take action?

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4:10

The 3 @ 3: Damian Lillard's Reaction, a Shocking...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/21

John Mercure and Julia Fello break down today’s top trending stories: Damian Lillard speaks out after Bobby Portis’ suspension, a shocking prison sentence for a sexual offender, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's tweet following the NHL’s 4-Nation face-off.

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3:56

Week in Review: A Plane Crash, Election News, and More!

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/21

John Mercure and Julia Fello recap the week’s top headlines, from a terrifying plane crash in Toronto to Wisconsin voters heading back to the polls, and the exciting return of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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25:39

5 PM: USA vs Canada, Evers’ Budget, and Bobby Portis

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/20

John Mercure, Julia Fello, and guests explore the intense USA vs. Canada rivalry in the NHL 4-Nations face-off, dissect Governor Evers' budget proposal, and revisit the 25-game suspension of Bobby Portis. Plus, former MPS Superintendent Bill Andrekopoulos joins John and Julia to discuss a recent audit of Milwaukee Public Schools, the unresolved debate over school resource officers, and his thoughts on the state of the district.

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4:58

Evers’ Budget: A Political Play for the Future?

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/20

John and Julia sit down with TMJ4 political reporter Charles Benson to break down Governor Tony Evers’ budget proposal and its implications. Is this a crucial move to finish out his term, or is Evers eyeing a third term in office?

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27:07

4 PM: Flying Confidence, Education Bills, and Auto...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/20

John and Julia dive into the public’s declining confidence in flying after recent accidents, break down Wisconsin’s new Republican education bills, and get the inside scoop on the Milwaukee Auto Show from WTMJ’s Vince Vitrano as the event kicks off this weekend at the Baird Center.

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7:49

Republican Education Reform: A Breakdown of New Bills

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/20

John and Julia dig into Wisconsin's recently passed Republican-led education bills, covering everything from standardized test scores to cell phone bans in schools. They explore what this means for Milwaukee schools and the state’s education system.

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28:36

3 PM: Packers Draft Prep, Portis' Suspension, and...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/20

John Mercure and Julia Fello cover the day's biggest stories: Packers superfan Tom Grossi’s charity livestream, Green Bay’s draft renderings, the suspension of Bucks star Bobby Portis for tramadol use, and an intriguing conversation with aerospace innovator Jason Achilles on asteroids and space exploration. Lastly, former MPS Superintendent, Bill Andrekopoulos voices his thoughts on the recent audit, and debate on SROs.

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10:55

MPS Under Fire: Bill Andrekopoulos on School Audits...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/20

Former MPS Superintendent Bill Andrekopoulos joins John and Julia to discuss a recent audit of Milwaukee Public Schools, the unresolved debate over school resource officers, and his thoughts on the state of the district.

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7:44

Bobby Portis’ Suspension: What’s Next for the Bucks?

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/20

John Mercure, Julia Fello, and Bucks Talk co-host Brandon Sneide dive into the NBA's decision to suspend Bobby Portis for 25 games. They discuss Portis' agent's statement, the Bucks’ response, and the impact of this loss for the team.

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4:13

The 3 @ 3: Packers, Robots, and a Livestream Charity

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/20

John Mercure and Julia Fello break down the day’s hottest topics, from Packers superfan Tom Grossi’s livestream for Fallen Patriots Charity, Green Bay’s exciting draft renderings, to robots making their way into Major League Baseball spring training games.

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19:39

5 PM: Bobby Portis Burglary, Mount Etna’s Eruption,...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/19

In this hour, John Mercure and Julia Fello tackle the latest updates on the nationwide burglary ring targeting high-profile athletes, including Bobby Portis. They also cover the dramatic eruption of Mount Etna in Sicily. And don’t miss the insightful conversation with CBS News’ Major Garrett, who shares his take on the latest political buzz in Washington, including President Trump’s words about Ukraine and the state of U.S.-Russia relations.

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26:49

4 PM: Brewers’ World Series Dreams, The Zizians...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/19

John Mercure and Julia Fello explore a wide range of topics in this hour, from the passionate debate over Mark Attanasio’s remarks on the World Series and the Milwaukee Brewers' goals, to the mysterious Zizians cult, a Bay Area group obsessed with veganism and artificial intelligence. Plus, Secretary Anne Sayers joins to share the best spring break ideas across Wisconsin, perfect for your next getaway. Lastly, MMAC Presdient, Dale Kooyenga hops on to talk about MPS audit, and the state budget.

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9:56

Milwaukee’s Economic Briefing: MMAC’s Outlook on...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/19

John Mercure and Julia Fello sit down with MMAC President Dale Kooyenga to discuss Milwaukee's economic future. From the latest school audit to Governor Evers’ proposed budget and new economic opportunities, get an inside look at the challenges and changes shaping the city’s growth.

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27:20

3 PM: Dinosaur Discoveries, NBA Burglary Scandals,...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/19

In this jam-packed hour, John Mercure and Julia Fello dive into today’s top stories. From a newly discovered dinosaur fossil uncovered by University of Wisconsin-Madison paleontologists, to the shocking arrest of seven Chileans in connection with NBA player Bobby Portis' home burglary, we cover the hottest topics. Plus, CBS News’ Major Garrett joins to discuss the latest political developments in Washington, including President Trump’s controversial remarks on Ukraine and Russia.

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7:09

The Wisconsin Budget Battle: Gov. Evers vs. Robin Vos

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/19

John Mercure and Julia Fello dive into the details of Governor Tony Evers’ ambitious $55.5 billion state budget proposal and the heated pushback from Republican leader Robin Vos. Tune in as they discuss the high-stakes debate over the 2025-27 state budget and what it could mean for Wisconsin residents.

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8:29

CBS News' Major Garrett: Trump, Zelensky, and Peace...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/19

John Mercure and Julia Fello welcome CBS News correspondent Major Garrett to explore the latest political developments in Washington. Tune in as they discuss President Trump's controversial statements about Ukraine’s President Zelensky, the simmering tensions in Washington, and the quiet peace talks between Trump and Russia, leaving Ukraine out of the conversation.

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3:57

The 3 @ 3: Dinosaur Discoveries, NBA Burglary Drama,...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/19

John Mercure and Julia Fello break down three of the day's hottest stories. Discover the latest dinosaur fossil find by University of Wisconsin-Madison paleontologists, learn about the shocking burglary case involving seven Chileans targeting NBA stars, and dive into Elon Musk’s bold proposal to send $5,000 checks to Americans after a surprising cryptocurrency windfall.

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25:20

5P: Live from Spring Training, and a Milwaukee-Area...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2025/02/19

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