Wisconsin's Afternoon News

A YouTuber/independent journalist is uncovering childcare fraud in Minnesota, or is he? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts dives into whether or not this is fraud, the regurgitated information and just how long Minnesota and national media has been covering the story. A bear is living under someone’s house? That’s right. Ken Johnson, a California resident, is dealing with an unwanted guest who is causing damage. Local authorities are having trouble removing the bear, so what are the next steps? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts reported on this unique story. As we look back on 2025, we must never forget the loss and legacy of Wisconsin icon Bob Uecker. The long-time Brewers broadcaster passed away at the age of 90 years old. The brew-city icon was the voice of summer for 54 seasons before he signed off for the final time in the fall of 2024. 620 WTMJ honored Mr. Uecker as we turn the page to 2026 and promise to never forget him. What’s the weather outside looking like? Wind chill marks are dipping as we approach the New Year. What are best practices based on the upcoming temperatures? TMJ4 Chief Meteorologist Brian Nizanaksy joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News with all of the answers. It’s almost time for week 18 of the NFL season, and Green and Gold Insider Jason Wilde joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News one last time. The 3-time Wisconsin Sportswriter of the Year discussed the rest vs. rust debate. The Packers are also firmly in the 7-seed. What challenges would the Bears and Eagles pose in each of those hypothetical matchups?

As we look back on 2025, we must never forget the loss and legacy of Wisconsin icon Bob Uecker. The long-time Brewers broadcaster passed away at the age of 90 years old. The brew-city icon was the voice of summer for 54 seasons before he signed off for the final time in the fall of 2024. 620 WTMJ honored Mr. Uecker as we turn the page to 2026.

A bear is living under someone’s house? That’s right. Ken Johnson, a California resident, is dealing with an unwanted guest who is causing damage. Local authorities are having trouble removing the bear, so what are the next steps? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts reported on this unique story.

A YouTuber/independent journalist is uncovering childcare fraud in Minnesota, or is he? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts dove into whether or not this is fraud, the regurgitated information and just how long Minnesota and national media has been covering the story.

It’s time for Driver’s Ed with 620 WTMJ’s Debbie Lazaga. Debbie sat down with AAA to discuss the cold’s impact on a car for the winter season. Aspects like dying batteries, reduced crank strength and more are all ways that the cold can negatively impact cars. And EV drivers, you aren’t excluded! Packing blankets, boots, snacks and a scraper/brush is important at all times. It’s almost time for week 18 of the NFL season, and Green and Gold Insider Jason Wilde joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News one last time. The 3-time Wisconsin Sports Writer of the Year discussed the rest vs. rust debate. The Packers are also firmly in the 7-seed. What challenges would the Bears and Eagles pose in each of those hypothetical matchups? What will the role of AI look like in 2026? 620 WTMJ’s Mike Spaulding dove in to take a look at AI’s benefits, mainly efficiency. However, artificial intelligence still struggles with accuracy depending on the request. The AI industry is expected to top 4 trillion dollars over the course of the next decade. What were the most significant health news of 2025? Dr. John Raymond, the President and CEO of The Medical College of Wisconsin, joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to discuss advances in gene therapy, HIV treatment and more. Dr. Raymond also furthered the discussion by bringing up the benefits of AI in healthcare and how it can advance treatment for patients and allow healthcare professions to do their jobs more efficiently.

What were the most significant health news of 2025? Dr. John Raymond, the President and CEO of The Medical College of Wisconsin, joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to discuss advances in gene therapy, HIV treatment and more. Dr. Raymond also furthered the discussion by bringing up the benefits of AI in healthcare and how it can advance treatment for patients and allow healthcare professions to do their jobs more efficiently.

What will the role of AI look like in 2026? 620 WTMJ’s Mike Spaulding dove in to take a look at AI’s benefits, mainly efficiency. However, artificial intelligence still struggles with accuracy depending on the request. The AI industry is expected to top 4 trillion dollars over the course of the next decade. Annex Wealth Management's Dave Spano also chimed in, stating that AI's impact can be profoundly positive with a productivity-based approach.

It’s almost time for week 18 of the NFL season, and Green and Gold Insider Jason Wilde joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News one last time. The 3-time Wisconsin Sports Writer of the Year discussed the rest vs. rust debate. The Packers are also firmly in the 7-seed. What challenges would the Bears and Eagles pose in each of those hypothetical matchups?

It’s time for Driver’s Ed with 620 WTMJ’s Debbie Lazaga. Debbie sat down with AAA to discuss the cold’s impact on a car for the winter season. Aspects like dying batteries, reduced crank strength and more are all ways that the cold can negatively impact cars. And EV drivers, you aren’t excluded! Packing blankets, boots, snacks and a scraper/brush is important at all times.

It’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts and Mike Spaulding discussed the lost MH37 0 plane discovery resuming 12 years after its disappearance, the skyrocketing flu rates from this time of year, and Denmark doing away with physical mail transports. Why is it important to buy local, especially in high-volume times like the holiday season, and what is the Buy Local Bonus initiative? Claire Koenig, the VP of Communications and Advocacy for Visit Milwaukee, stopped in studio to discuss the local benefits. What’s the ripple effect of spending your dollars at a mom and pop shop instead of a large business, and how have those local establishments been doing in 2025? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts and Mike Spaulding also discussed these topics with Koenig. 50 years ago, the U.S. Military airlifted an unprecedented amount of orphans out of Vietnam. This was called Operation Babylift, an American-made solution to help Vietnamese orphans out of a major humanity crisis unfolding in Vietnam. 620 WMTJ’s John Mercure dove in to the story earlier this year. What are the major political storylines as 2025 departs and 2026 arrives? 620 WTMJ’s Kristin Brey, Steve Scaffidi, Adam Roberts and Mike Spaulding all had a roundtable-style discussion on alleged childcare fraud going on in the state of Minnesota. This has drawn federal attention and a response from FBI Director Kash Patel. Will this carry any weight in Wisconsin, all four discussed. They also covered the crowded gubernatorial race.

What are the major political storylines as 2025 departs and 2026 arrives? 620 WTMJ’s Kristin Brey, Steve Scaffidi, Adam Roberts and Mike Spaulding all had a roundtable-style discussion on alleged childcare fraud going on in the state of Minnesota. This has drawn federal attention and a response from FBI Director Kash Patel. Will this carry any weight in Wisconsin, all four discussed. They also covered the crowded gubernatorial race.

50 years ago, the U.S. Military airlifted an unprecedented amount of orphans out of Vietnam. This was called Operation Babylift, an American-made solution to help Vietnamese orphans out of a major humanity crisis unfolding in Vietnam. 620 WMTJ’s John Mercure dove in to the story earlier this year.

Why is it important to buy local, especially in high-volume times like the holiday season, and what is the Buy Local Bonus initiative? Claire Koenig, the VP of Communications and Advocacy for Visit Milwaukee, stopped in studio to discuss the local benefits. What’s the ripple effect of spending your dollars at a mom and pop shop instead of a large business, and how have those local establishments been doing in 2025? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts and Mike Spaulding also discussed these topics with Koenig.

It’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts and Mike Spaulding discussed the lost MH370 plane discovery resuming 12 years after its disappearance, the skyrocketing flu rates from this time of year, and Denmark doing away with physical mail transports.

The Packers have had some tough losses over the years, but not many will rival their 2014 NFC Championship collapse. Brandon Bostick muffed an onside kick before the Seahawks came all the way back to defeat the Green and Gold. Death threats and other egregious comments followed. 620 WTMJ’s Greg Matzek had more. What did 2025 bring? When it comes to the economy, it brought a rather volatile U.S. economy. Whether it be tariffs and trade disputes ignited by Donald Trump or other big-picture concepts that impact grocery store prices. 620 WTMJ’s Michael Spaulding and Adam Roberts broke it all down. What was the overall purpose of the Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu meeting today? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts and Michael Spaulding discuss the main takeaways and path forward in a conversation that included allies and another Russia/Ukraine related dispute.

What was the overall purpose of the Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu meeting today? 620 WTMJ’s Adam Roberts and Michael Spaulding discuss the main takeaways and path forward in a conversation that included allies and another Russia/Ukraine related dispute.

What did 2025 bring? When it comes to the economy, it brought a rather volatile U.S. economy. Whether it be tariffs and trade disputes ignited by Donald Trump or other big-picture concepts that impact grocery store prices. 620 WTMJ’s Michael Spaulding and Adam Roberts broke it all down.

The Packers have had some tough losses over the years, but not many will rival their 2014 NFC Championship collapse. Brandon Bostick muffed an onside kick before the Seahawks came all the way back to defeat the Green and Gold. Death threats and other egregious comments followed. 620 WTMJ’s Greg Matzek had more.

Just how powerful were the waves when the Edmund Fitzgerald met its demise? 620 WTMJ’s Debbie Lazaga dove in to further discover just how brutal weather conditions were. The Green Bay Packers are the 7-seed… again. ESPN Wisconsin’s Bryan Bulaga joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to discuss Green Bay’s 41-24 loss to the Ravens and their NFC Playoff opponents. The former offensive lineman also touches on the dialogue surrounding the Packers’ quarterback room that includes a concussed Jordan Love and an on-fire, yet likely moving in the offseason, backup QB on Malik Willis. The snow is clearing and New Years is nearing. TMJ4 Chief Meteorologist Brian Niznansky joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to report on the snow covering and what the week ahead looks like. Will the weather get colder or more mild going forward? Niznansky answers those questions and much more. And finally, what is wind chill and how does it impact upcoming plans? Donald Trump met with Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu. What did the two discuss, why was Ukraine brought up and what were the main takeaways? Newsnation’s Libbey Dean joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News with details on Trump’s body language and main talking points.

The Green Bay Packers are the 7-seed… again. ESPN Wisconsin’s Bryan Bulaga joined Wisconsin’s Afternoon News to discuss Green Bay’s 41-24 loss to the Ravens and their NFC Playoff opponents. The former offensive lineman also touches on the dialogue surrounding the Packers’ quarterback room that includes a concussed Jordan Love and an on-fire, yet likely moving in the offseason, backup QB on Malik Willis.