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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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Episodes

Top Two at Two - 5/1 01.05.2026

1. Teams are going into Ridglan Farms in Dane County to secure the dogs that were just bought. 2. President Trump says he's not impressed by the latest peace proposal from Iran.

1p: Beagles and Barricades 01.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include WHS VP of Communications Angela Speed and TMJ4 News Meteorologist Jacob Montesano. We wrap up honoring an Everyday Hero and discussing fencing in the entertainment districts in Milwaukee.

Humane Society Takes in Rescued Beagles 01.05.2026

Wisconsin Humane Society Vice President of Communications Angela Speed talks about how the other 500 dogs that were bought from the breeding and research facility, Ridglan Farms, are going to the Dane County Humane Society, which is working with 40 shelters across the state. When and where can people adopt and foster these beagles? What challenges will they face adapting to normal dog life?

Three Big Things - 5/1 01.05.2026

1. Rescues teams are working around the clock right now to prepare for the dogs from Ridglan Farms in Dane County. 2. A historic partnership announced between Amazon and Duke University. 3. It may soon be easier to bring guns onto passenger trains.

Pilots to the Rescue at Ridglan Farms 01.05.2026

The Founder of Pilots to the Rescue Michael Schneider talks about how the organization is flying some of the Ridglan Farms dogs to their new homes this weekend. What goes into securing these dogs for the flight? How is this mission different than some others?

12p: Higher Gas Prices & Beagle Rescue 01.05.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include Head of Petroleum Analysis at Gasbuddy Patrick De Haan and Pilots to the Rescue Founder/Executive Director Michael Schneider.

Iran War Impacting WI Gas Prices 01.05.2026

Head of Petroleum Analysis for Gasbuddy Patrick De Haan talks about how the war in Iran continues to impact gas prices here in the U.S. and specifically in Wisconsin. When can people expect to see lower gas prices? Will the changing of the seasons have impact at the pump?

Now at Noon - 5/1 01.05.2026

1. The beagle release begins today. 2. As the war with Iran hits the 60-day mark, Iranian officials are providing a revised proposal that could be step one to further discussions.

2p: Zing & Crispness 29.04.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include Retired Milwaukee Police Department Sergeant Patrick O’Donnell. We also talk about new CDC data regarding the quantity and quality of sleep necessary for adults and an unusual friendship at the Budapest Zoo in Hungary.

MPD Releases OIS Bodycam Footage 29.04.2026

Retired Milwaukee Police Department Sergeant Patrick O’Donnell talks about how the Milwaukee Police Department has released new bodycam and squad video showing an officer-involved shooting this month, tied to a homicide investigation. What was most likely going through their minds during this incident? What was the priority for police on the scene? How did they shoot around each other with the lar...

Top Two at Two - 4/29 29.04.2026

1. We’re less than an hour away from Wayne Hsiung being due in court at 3pm today. 2. The NCAA is messing with the tournament.

1p: Well-Oiled Show 29.04.2026

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 look at Brewers' walk-up songs and a preview of The Ringer.

Weekly Wellness: Nicotine Pouch Usage Up 29.04.2026

The latest Weekly Wellness Check with Dr. Ben Weston from the Medical College of Wisconsin includes FAQ’s about Multiple Sclerosis, the connection between pancreatic cancer and the mRNA vaccine, and an increase in the use of nicotine pouches.

Three Big Things - 4/29 29.04.2026

1. The average price for a gallon of gas is creeping up to the four-dollar mark in Wisconsin. 2. The Federal Reserve is making no changes to its benchmark interest rate. 3. The CDC is out with new data regarding the quantity, and quality, of sleep we get.

12p: Time is Money 29.04.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County President/CEO Amy Lindner and Meidas Touch Chief Washington Correspondent Scott MacFarlane. We wrap up with We Energies welcoming its first peregrine falcon chick of the season.

Can't Be in a Bulletproof Bubble 29.04.2026

Meidas Touch Chief Washington Correspondent Scott MacFarlane talks about the general feeling among correspondents he’s spoken to who were at the WHCD dinner over the weekend. Is there a feeling that an event of this magnitude should not be held at a Hotel that is open to the general public while the event is taking place? Republican senators are pushing for $400 million in public taxpayer funding...

Updated Funding Model to Help Greater MKE 29.04.2026

United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County President/CEO Amy Lindner talks about the organization’s updated funding model. What are some of the challenges and solutions? What events are coming up?

Now at Noon - 4/29 29.04.2026

1. He’s banned in Dane County, Wisconsin, but he’ll be there today. 2. The NCAA is messing with the tournament. 3. The Supreme Court just issued a landmark ruling on a key section of the "Voting Rights Act."

2p: What the Royals Wear 28.04.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski. We also listen live to King Charles' address to Congress and bring the latest twist in the Ridglan Farms story out of Dane County.

Tech Tuesday: OpenAI vs. Musk 28.04.2026

ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski talks about how opening arguments are expected to begin today in a case that pits OpenAI CEO Sam Altman against Elon Musk, who he co-founded the company alongside back in 2015. Musk is alleging he was duped by Altman, when the OpenAI leader transitioned that company from non-profit to for-profit status last year. But given some of the controversies Musk's...

1p: Advantage Adidas, Sorry Nike 28.04.2026

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include BBB Serving Wisconsin Senior Director of Investigations Lisa Schiller and TMJ4 News Meteorologist Lauren Larsen. We wrap up with the ongoing rivalry between Adidas and Nike.

BBB: Car Buying Scams 28.04.2026

BBB Serving Wisconsin Senior Director of Investigations Lisa Schiller talks about multiple types of car buying scams on the rise in Wisconsin. This includes flood-damaged vehicle scams, fake or copied dealership scams, and general online sales fraud. What are some of the warning signs to watch for? How can you protect yourself while purchasing a car?

Three Big Things - 4/28 28.04.2026

1. Happening now in Milwaukee, teams are repairing roofs and crews are chopping up toppled trees after the wild weather that swooped through unexpectedly yesterday afternoon. 2. Even as officials insist that law enforcement did not fail on Saturday night, the Justice Department says the alleged, would-be assassin at the White House Correspondents' Dinner came horrifically close. 3. Taylor Swift is...

12p: Gorilla Panic 28.04.2026

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 how researchers at the University of Oregon say they've come up with a way to make a better, more consistent, cup of coffee.

Superstitions Responsible for Brewers' Losses? 28.04.2026

Brewers.com Beat Writer Adam McCalvy talks about where the Brewers rank in the current NL standings, some highlights from the last series, and how superstitions (like the new uniforms) could be contributing to the Brewers losing lately.

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