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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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Jul 10, 2026

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Trump Calls Off Military Strike 20.05.2026

CBS News White House Reporter Linda Kenyon talks about how President Trump said yesterday that he called off a military strike on Iran at the request of Gulf nation allies. A day earlier, the President warned time was running out for Iran to make a deal to end the war. Speaking to reporters at the White House today, the President questioned whether the regime is acting in the best interests of Ira...

Now at Noon - 5/20 20.05.2026

1. The demand for the Ridglan Farms beagles is off the charts! 2. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is enforcing protective travel measures against a rising Ebola outbreak in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. 3. When it comes to home ownership, women are far outpacing men!

2p: Cocaine in Your Pants? 19.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski. We also talk about the Memorial Day travel outlook, cocaine smuggling, and alligators sauntering!

Tech Tuesday: Flavor of AI 19.05.2026

ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski talks about how in a unanimous decision, a jury in California has tossed out Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman, in a case that saw dramatic testimony from some of the biggest figures in Silicon Valley. Musk had accused Altman of tricking him into investing in OpenAI as an altruistic nonprofit, claims Altman's team had argued were "baseless." Now, Musk...

Top Two at Two - 5/19 19.05.2026

1. Wisconsin Center District CEO Marty Brooks is at risk of losing his job following internal pushback over his hotel study and past allegations of misconduct. 2. Milwaukee Public Schools Committee will hold a meeting tonight on Strategic Planning and Budget.

1p: Can't Keep the Falcon 19.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include Chef Adam Pawlak and TMJ4 News Meteorologist Lauren Larsen. We wrap up with Giannis Watch: Phase II.

Cooking for Yelich's Charity Event 19.05.2026

Celebrity Chef Adam Pawlak talks about Christian Yelich’s Home Plate Charity Concert. What will be on the menu? What goes into planning for an event like this? What does it mean to him to be included in this event?

Three Big Things - 5/19 19.05.2026

1. President Trump today at the White House talking about his decision to not launch military strikes against Iran. 2. Franklin city leaders are expected to address noise complaints tied to events at the Rock Sports Complex tonight. 3. The City of Minneapolis and Minnesota Vikings are named the host city and team for the 2028 NFL Draft.

12p: Hope You Had Lunch Already! 19.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include ABC News Investigative Reporter Peter Charalambous and Brewers.com Beat Writer Adam McCalvy. We wrap up with a gross scene inside a Massachusetts McDonald's.

Stay or Commute to Face Cubs? 19.05.2026

Brewers.com Beat Writer Adam McCalvy talks about whether players stay or commute during away Cubs series, their dominating win over their rivals, how much pitching rotation changes when facing rivals, and Yelich’s recovery post-injury.

Key Evidence in Mangione Trial 19.05.2026

ABC News Investigative Reporter Peter Charalambous talks about how the judge overseeing Luigi Mangione's state murder case ruled Monday that certain evidence seized from his backpack during a search at the Pennsylvania McDonald's where he was arrested must be suppressed, while evidence seized at the stationhouse in Altoona, Pennsylvania, including the alleged murder weapon, will be allowed. Peter,...

Now at Noon - 5/19 19.05.2026

1. Wisconsin Center District CEO Marty Brooks is at risk of losing his job following internal pushback over his hotel study and past allegations of misconduct. 2. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is defending the Justice Department's new Anti-Weaponization Fund before a Senate appropriations subcommittee. 3. The NFL owners’ meetings are taking place this week in Orlando, and the Chicago Bears...

2p: Close the Valve 18.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include Wisconsin Brewing Brewmaster Kirby Nelson. We also talk about an Aaron Rodgers/Mike McCarthy reunion and the power of the "mom voice".

Last Batch of Legendary WI Beer 18.05.2026

Wisconsin Brewing Brewmaster Kirby Nelson talks about how Pabst is officially ending production of a legendary Wisconsin beer, but that legendary "beer that made Milwaukee famous" is getting one last hurrah. Wisconsin Brewing Company in Verona is brewing an 80-barrel batch to close the book on Schlitz. Kirby has called this batch "Wisconsin Brewing Company's love letter to our state,” what does he...

Top Two at Two - 5/18 18.05.2026

1. A New York judge issued a ruling today regarding admissible evidence in the state murder trial of Luigi Mangione. 2. The Watertown High School spring band concert is taking place tonight.

1p: That's What Chicago Does 18.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include CBS News White House Reporter Natalie Brand and TMJ4 News Meteorologist Lauren Larsen. We wrap up with a Swatch Watch fiasco and Schlitz announcing the end of its beer brewing.

President's Comments on Iran 18.05.2026

CBS News White House Reporter Natalie Brand talks about how there's no end in sight to the war between Iran and the U.S. A ceasefire between the two countries is holding, but the Strait of Hormuz is still being blocked, and there's no arrangement in the works to let maritime traffic through. This comes as Trump swiftly rejected Iran's response to a U.S. proposal meant to set the stage for peace ta...

Three Big Things - 5/18 18.05.2026

1. Hantavirus strikes again, this time in Canada. 2. An investigation is underway after two military jets collided during a military air show in Idaho. 3. A judge just ruled in the Luigi Mangione case that some of the evidence can be used, but not all.

12p: Let the Mystery Continue 18.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include MMAC Senior Advisor Tim Sheehy and Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame Membership Program Brian Lammi. We wrap up with a Salute to Service.

New Era for Wisconsin Athletic HOF 18.05.2026

Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame Membership Program Brian Lammi talks about how a new era is being launched. What is the goal with the WI Athletic Hall of Fame membership program? Who benefits from a membership? This is the first state athletic hall of fame ever, founded in 1951. You saw a need to revitalize this in 2014, what about it was so compelling to you? You also host an annual induction cer...

Wisconsin Spending Deal Fails 18.05.2026

MMAC Senior Advisor Tim Sheehy talks about why the $1.8B spending deal approved by Governor Tony Evers and Republican leaders in the Senate and Assembly-to fund schools, provide property tax relief, and an income tax rebate failed. Schlitz announced it’s ending brewing production, what is the legacy it left in Milwaukee? As Summerfest approaches, several touring artists have cancelled their shows,...

Now at Noon - 5/18 18.05.2026

1. There's no end in sight to the war between Iran and the U.S. 2. Luigi Mangione is in court for a pre-trial hearing. 3. The Watertown High School spring band concert is taking place tonight.

2p: Better Control the Traffic 15.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include WTMJ Reporter Liz Lintonen. We also talk about the plan to redevelop Shops at Oshkosh and honor an Everyday Hero.

Top Two at Two - 5/15 15.05.2026

1. An Atlanta neighborhood is complaining about a Waymo invasion. 2. There are no known cases of hantavirus in the United States.

1p: Good Night to Mow 15.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include TMJ4 News Meteorologist Jacob Montesano. We also talk about interesting comments from Milwaukee Bucks player Myles Teller and what the latest Census Bureau data shows about Wisconsin residents.

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