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Wisconsin's Midday News
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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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He's In Every Room in Washington
4w ago00:10:26Tap to summarizeMeidasTouch Chief Washington Correspondent Scott MacFarlane talks about how the President is expected to deliver a primetime address from the White House Thursday night. Are his planned comments worthy of a primetime address? Are Republicans in Washington concerned that the rising costs of just about everything will hurt them come election time? The President indicated a 20% toll on cargo ships coming through the Strait would be collected, but now he's pulling back on that idea, why? Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee today is expected to proceed as scheduled, despite the vacancy left by the death of Lindsey Graham. What is the significance of this?
Transcribe →Worst Case Scenario for Fuel Costs
4w ago00:07:53Tap to summarizeGasBuddy VP of Petroleum Analysis Patrick De Haan talks about how the war with Iran appears to intensify today, after CENTCOM announced the U.S. has completed another round of strikes on Iran targeting "coastal defense systems". What does this mean for the cost of oil and what you’ll be paying at the pump? Do current escalations mirror the conditions that caused that initial historic shock? If the U.S. resumes a full naval blockade, what is the absolute worst-case scenario for U.S. fuel availability?
Transcribe →Now at Noon - 7/15
4w ago00:04:26Tap to summarize1. The entire state of Wisconsin is currently under a statewide Air Quality Advisory, due to wildfire smoke. 2. Today marks a major money deadline for Wisconsin's governor's race. 3. A bipartisan Wisconsin panel in Wisconsin finds that Elon Musk likely broke state law when he handed out checks to voters in the 2025 state supreme court election.
Transcribe →2p: Bucks, Bills & Bizarre Tales
Jul 1000:26:49Tap to summarizeThis hour of Wisconsin’s Midday News starts with the Top Two at Two, featuring the latest on a housing bill and developments in a missing persons case in Mississippi. Then, Bucks President Josh Glessing joins to break down the team's new TV deal and what it means for fans across Wisconsin. We wrap up with Stories of the Strange, bringing you some of the most unusual and unexpected headlines making news today.
Transcribe →Inside the Bucks’ New TV Deal
Jul 1000:13:51Tap to summarizeBucks President Josh Glessing joins to discuss the team's new television deal, what it means for fans, how games will be distributed moving forward, and the impact the agreement could have on the future of Bucks broadcasts across Wisconsin.
Transcribe →Top Two at Two: Housing Debate & Mississippi Mystery
Jul 1000:02:28Tap to summarizeIn today’s Top Two at Two, we break down the latest developments surrounding a key housing bill and the ongoing search for answers in a missing persons case out of Mississippi. Two important stories, one quick update.
Transcribe →1p: Development, Dollars & Play-Doh for Grown-Ups
Jul 1000:24:00Tap to summarizeThis hour of Wisconsin’s Midday News begins with Three Big Things: the latest from the Tyler Robinson hearing, developments at Lincoln Avenue School, and news surrounding the Bucks TV Network. We then take a closer look at the future of Highway 794 through a developer’s perspective and what it could mean for downtown Milwaukee’s growth. TMJ4 Chief Meteorologist Brian Niznansky joins with the latest forecast, and we wrap up with a look at Blooms by Play-Doh, the company’s new adult-focused creative product aimed at relaxation, creativity, and stress relief.
Transcribe →Blooms by Play-Doh: Creativity for Grown-Ups
Jul 1000:03:40Tap to summarizePlay-Doh is entering the adult market with Blooms by Play-Doh, a new product designed for creative expression and stress relief. We discuss why hands-on hobbies are trending, how Play-Doh is reinventing itself for a new audience, and what this says about the growing demand for mindful, screen-free activities.
Transcribe →794 Through a Developer’s Lens
Jul 1000:07:06Tap to summarizeWisconsin’s Midday News takes a closer look at the future of Highway 794 from a developer’s perspective, exploring how the project could reshape downtown Milwaukee, influence economic development, affect future investment, and transform valuable lakefront and urban land.
Transcribe →Three Big Things: Courtroom, Classroom & Courtside
Jul 1000:05:45Tap to summarizeIn today’s Three Big Things, we cover the latest from the Tyler Robinson hearing, an update on developments at Lincoln Avenue School, and the newest details surrounding the Bucks' television network.
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