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This hour begins with an in-depth look at troubling allegations involving a former Milwaukee Public Schools paraprofessional accused of physically abusing a student with special needs, as Tory Lowe examines questions surrounding oversight, parental notification, and student safety. The conversation then shifts to football as Packers Hall of Famer Mark Tauscher breaks down Green Bay's offensive line concerns, discipline issues, injuries, and what to expect from the home opener at Lambeau Field. The hour also celebrates the arrival of fall with Travel Wisconsin's Anne Sayers, who shares some of the state's best scenic drives, hiking destinations, farm stops, and leaf-peeping opportunities. Finally, MMAC President Dale Kooyenga discusses major challenges facing Milwaukee Public Schools, including declining enrollment, potential school closures, construction proposals, workforce trends, energy costs, and the broader economic issues affecting the region.

Dale Kooyenga joins the MKE Economy Briefing to discuss MPS enrollment declines, potential school closures and questions surrounding plans for new construction. Plus, how China is navigating global oil disruptions and why working from home could be taking a toll on employees’ physical and social health.

Surround yourself in color on a fall road trip in Wisconsin. Quiet country roads, national scenic byways and stops along the way add up to an unforgettable adventure. Here’s to cruising through a kaleidoscope of color.

Packers Hall of Famer Mark Tauscher breaks down Green Bay’s offensive-line struggles, mounting penalties and who deserves the blame for the early-season mistakes. Plus, the challenge of facing former Packer Za’Darius Smith and what the young players can expect in the home opener at Lambeau Field.

WTMJ reporter Tory Lowe examines troubling allegations involving a former Milwaukee Public Schools paraprofessional accused of physically abusing a student with special needs. The discussion focuses on concerns raised by the student's mother, who says she was never notified that her child had been assigned a new paraprofessional, a requirement tied to his Individualized Education Program (IEP). The conversation explores the serious criminal charges filed in the case, questions about hiring and oversight procedures, witness accounts described in court documents, and broader concerns about student safety and accountability within MPS. As the investigation continues, the segment highlights the challenges families face when trying to ensure vulnerable students receive appropriate care and support at school.