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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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27:15

3p: War Tabs & Teamwork

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/20

John Mercure and Julia Fello kick off the hour with the Friday edition of The 3 at 3, celebrating Wisconsin’s first falcon egg of 2026, record‑low cigarette smoking, and the mystery of where Jason wandered off to today. ABC's Allie Pecorin joins to break down the Capitol Hill divide over Trump’s war‑funding request and why Americans are starting to feel the financial strain. Debbie Lazaga spotlights the Fight for Air event, and Kent Lovern closes the hour with a look at the Police–Fire Partnership

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10:03

Partners in Protection

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/20

District Attorney for Milwaukee County, Kent Lovern, explains how the Police and Fire Departments are teaming up through a new Partnership Unit designed to streamline response, strengthen investigations, and improve outcomes for the community. He also highlights why having the best, most experienced people on the most critical cases can make all the difference when every detail matters.

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8:00

The Price of No Plan

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/20

ABC's Allie Pecorin reports on the growing division on Capitol Hill over Trump’s request for additional war funding. The conversation digs into why lawmakers are split, how the conflict began without a clear long‑term plan, and John’s take on why Americans are now feeling the financial strain of a war that has dragged on without direction.

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3:19

The 3 at 3: Eggs, Ashtrays & Where in the World is...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/20

John Mercure & Julia Fello bring the friday edition of the 3 at 3! The first peregrine falcon egg of 2026 arrives, Wisconsin hits an all‑time low for cigarette smoking, and Julia reveals where her husband Jason disappeared to today...

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21:28

5p: Who Knows Better About Surprises...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

This hour kicks off with Charles Benson breaks down LeMahieu’s role in the State Supreme Court race, the show reacts to Trump’s Pearl Harbor remark during Japan’s visit discussing the war in Iran, and Adam Roberts wraps up the latest from Wisconsin’s Legislature. The hour closes with Julia’s moving D.C. trip recap and her advocacy for the future of Parkinson’s policy.

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4:22

Lemahieu & the Court

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

Charles Benson breaks down Senator Devin LeMahieu’s latest moves and how they intersect with the high‑stakes Wisconsin State Supreme Court race, offering context on the political strategy, the implications, and what this moment means for the balance of power in the state.

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21:45

4p: Giannis, Highways & Hope

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

Adam Roberts breaks down Washington County’s push to name a highway after Charlie Kirk, we spotlight an Everyday Hero, and the Bucks wrestle with whether Giannis should sit while he insists on playing. Then Julia closes the hour with a powerful recap of her D.C. trip advocating for Parkinson’s policy and the next generation it will impact.

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4:46

Giannis Says No

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

The Bucks want Giannis to rest, but the two‑time MVP isn’t having it. We break down why the team is pushing for caution, why Giannis is resisting shutdown talk, and what this tug‑of‑war means for Milwaukee’s stretch run.

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4:14

The Charlie Kirk Highway

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

Adam Roberts breaks down Washington County’s move to name a stretch of highway after Charlie Kirk, exploring how the decision came together, the reactions it sparked, and what it signals about local political dynamics.

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28:03

3p: Brewers & Big‑League Advocacy

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

Julia returns with The 3 at 3, from an Eagles nest removal at MKE to a Jordan Love surprise at UW‑Green Bay. Dom Cotroneo breaks down WBC fallout and Brewers Opening Day decisions, Royal Oakes explains the criminal case against Kalshi, and Julia closes with a moving look at her D.C. advocacy trip for Parkinson’s policy.

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10:01

Fighting for Tomorrow

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

Julia shares a powerful recap of her trip to Washington, D.C., where she and her husband Jason, who lives with Parkinson’s, met with lawmakers and advocates at the Parkinson’s Policy Forum. She reflects on the conversations that mattered, the insights they gained, and the hope that even if this work won’t directly change Jason’s path, it can shape a better future for the next generation facing Parkinson’s.

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5:41

Kalshi Faces Charges

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

Legal analyst Royal Oakes unpacks the criminal charges filed against prediction‑market platform Kalshi, explaining what the case is about, why regulators stepped in, and what this could mean for the future of political wagering and financial markets.

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7:09

Opening Day Decisions

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

Dom Cotroneo breaks down the biggest storylines from the World Baseball Classic, weighs in on whether Brandon Woodruff is lining up to be the Brewers’ Opening Day starter, and gives an early read on how Garrett Mitchell is shaping up this spring.

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4:36

The 3 at 3: Nest Removals, Big Returns & Bigger...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/19

Julia makes her return from her DC trip, Milwaukee’s airport clears out an unexpected Eagles nest, and Jordan Love drops in for a surprise visit with the UW‑Green Bay women’s volleyball team.

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28:21

3p: Brews, Brackets & Big Threats

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/17

This hour of Wisconsin’s Afternoon News swings from local headlines to global stakes. John Mercure and Telly Hughes kick things off with the 3 at 3, covering the latest twists in the Kenosha casino project, Milwaukee Brewers stars shining in the World Baseball Classic Final, and the real story behind St. Patrick himself. Katie Leinenkugel joins to debut new summer beers, including High Shore Shandy and Orange Shandy, and reflect on leading a brand built on generations of tradition. Productivity

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9:40

Could Iran Attack the U.S.?

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/17

Former FBI counter-terrorism and counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill joins the show to break down the real risk of an Iranian attack on American soil. He explains how Iran typically operates through proxies, cyberattacks, and asymmetric tactics—and whether the U.S. should be worried about retaliation.

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6:17

Bracket Busted Productivity

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/17

March Madness isn’t just wrecking brackets, it’s wrecking workplace focus. Productivity expert Sherry Yellin joins the show to explain how the tournament pulls employees away from their desks and why efficiency takes a hit every March.

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7:24

Orange Shandy Is Back!

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/17

Katie Leinenkugel joins the show to unveil Leinenkugel’s newest summer releases, including the bright and refreshing High Shore Shandy and the bold Orange Shandy. She reflects on leading a company rooted in generations of family tradition and shares why the iconic Lienie Lodge remains the perfect place to enjoy great beer and even better company.

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3:58

The 3 at 3: Casino Plans, Brewers on the World Stage...

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/17

It’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News as John Mercure and Telly Hughes cover updates on the Kenosha casino project, highlight three big Milwaukee Brewers names in the World Baseball Classic Final, and dive into the history behind St. Patrick’s Day including who St. Patrick really was.

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22:23

5p: Bills, Benson & Briefings

Wisconsin"s Afternoon News ·

2026/03/12

In this hour we break down the “Stop the Squeeze” bill with Kyle Wallace, Charles Benson recaps the West Bend Government Forum, and we close with a replay of Israel’s Midwest Consul General discussing diplomacy and regional partnerships.

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