ROCK MORNINGS

One more day 'til Halloween, Halloween!

One more day 'til Halloween. Silver Shamrock!

Good luck getting THAT out of your skull today.

We helped you over the hump this morning news & sports & entertainment.

Obviously, the election is coming to an end(FINALLY), but that doesn't mean it's getting any better. You've got a sexual Kamala billboard, and Biden calling Trump voters "garbage".

How nice.

Shared the sad news that actress Teri Garr passed away after a lengthy battle with MS.

On the plus-side of things, Jack White is donating a bunch of money to help cover some of the medical expenses for a beloved bartender in Milwaukee that was recently severely injured.

The Yankees managed to stave off elimination last night with an 11-4 win over the Dodgers, but a couple of Yankees douche-bag fans proved yet again why they might be the worst fans in the world.

ICYMI, Ring Doorbell is looking to pay TOP dollar for verifiable proof that ghosts exist!

According to a new survey, 20% of people think that kids should be able to vote. That's just what you want. An 8 year-old hitting the booth to fill out a ballot.

The White Sox look to be hiring a new manager after a record-setting season last year, and with today being "National Candy Corn Day", we talked about what you should do if you over-indulge on the Halloween candy the next few days.

Cool story about a lost ring that was found on a golf course & returned to it's owner he lost it over 50 years ago! And a woman in Ohio was saved from a house fire through the basement window!

Did you see this kid that thought he was going to the dentist, only to get the surprise of a lifetime by going to Game One of the World Series AND catching the Freddie Freeman grand-slam, game-winning home run?????

And during today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a manhunt for a guy who staged a bear attack in an attempt to cover up a murder, a guy in Canada who bashed another dude over the head with his driver on the golf course, and apparently…it's going to be too cold to wear slutty costumes in Denver this year.

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Turned the central AC on this morning before leaving for work.

I'm not letting this 82° weather ruin my day.

We started the morning talking about the upcoming election, obviously…and the news that several ballot boxes have been set on fire recently.

In sports, we recapped last night's Monday Night Football game that wrapped up Week 8 in the NFL, and we also talked about the Dodgers going up 3-0 on the Yankees in the World Series. Plus, the Bucks continue to struggle this season, and D-Wade made a statement about that statue of him that just got unveiled.

Let you know what's new on New Release Tuesday & we also talked to Grant Bilse from the Wisco Sports Show

A family's pet tortoise went missing more than two months ago, and they just found it less than 100 feet away from their house. And check out this elementary school in Missouri that recently honored their beloved custodian.

With Halloween right around the corner, we continued to talk about all things spooky, including a new poll that asked Americans about their favorite KIND of scare movie.

And during today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a woman who drove a golf cart through a restaurant…but WASN'T intoxicated when it happened, another woman who got charged with "rustling" sheep, and an Uber driver that went completely off the deep end.

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Bills to pay, so back to work we go!

October is almost over with Halloween later this week, and if you're looking to get into the spooky mood with a newer horror movie, we hooked you up with a list of some of the scariest horror flicks of this century.

We also looked at a breakdown of America's biggest fears.

The Bears still suck after a loss to the Commanders last night, the Pack got another big kick from Brandon McManus to seal the win over the Jags yesterday, the MLB playoffs have been ALL Dodgers, and the Badgers blew it on Saturday against Penn State.

A couple of family stories to warm your heart. One family said goodbye to their grandfather by putting his ashes into some fireworks & lighting them off on his favorite beach, and a woman in NC who is going to be her Aunt's "kidney buddy" for life!

The Bucks are struggling at the start of the season, and NASCAR's season is winding down with the second entry into the final four.

We discussed the science behind getting "hangry", and another chess Grandmaster is in trouble!

During today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a former Walmart employee that pissed all over some potting soil, an assault with a Hot Pocket, a woman who broke her tooth eating ice cream, and a wedding guest that bit someone's fingertip off!

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Here comes another Friday!

Brian is back from his day off in Madison that was supposed to be for a Tenacious D concert.

We started things off with an update on the West Salem slashing suspect from a few nights ago, and we got some news on the Menendez brothers case.

And Brian RAVED about his experience at Toby's Supper Club in Madison.

Week 8 in the NFL kicked off last night with a Vikings loss, and we previewed the World Series which kicks off tonight on FOX!

Let you know what's in theaters this weekend and we talked racing with Doc.

Cool story about a library that doubles as a cat shelter to help get those kitties adopted, and it sounds like it's working really well. Plus, a simple trick to help determine if you're "old".

Update on a Walmart employee that was found dead in an oven in the bakery at the store, and almost fifty people got sick from eating some food prepared by a co-worker!

A guy wearing a kangaroo costume & driving a Zamboni was popped for DUI, and we asked "should you be able to take a sick day to care for a sick pet?"

During today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a high school principal who is in trouble for holding a beer bong for some underage students at a New Year's Eve party, a guy who threatened to blow up a beauty store & then drew all over his face with markers, a #FloridaMan who shot & killed a dog because his power hadn't been turned back on after Hurricane Milton

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Happy Hump Day, yo!

It's also "Slap Your Annoying Co-Worker Day"…so, if you get slapped today, then maybe it's time for an attitude adjustment!

We started things off this morning with the news that Denny's is now joining the growing list of businesses that are shutting down multiple locations in the future.

We recapped last night's NBA regular season openers and shared the news that Dodger legend, Fernando Valenzuela, has passed away.

Let you know what's on the boob-tube tonight, found out what "Gate Lice" are, and how one airline is battling back against these people.

Are you having trouble getting a good night's sleep? Stop eating THESE foods, according to a sleep expert.

The Shohei Ohtani 50/50 homerun ball sold for a butt-load of cash, and Tua is coming back to QB for the Dolphins, but despite all his concussions, he won't wear a guardian cap.

Cool story about 94 year-old woman who got to hit the race track in a VERY fast Ferrari. Another cool story about a dog that got rescued after getting stuck in a cold lake while chasing some geese.

According to a new survey, only 11% of bosses think their employees are burnt out. It's almost like they don't care at all!

And during today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a car dealership in #Florida that CARJACKED a customer after they missed a payment, a woman who got stuck upside down between some boulders for SEVEN hours while trying to rescue her phone, and a #FloridaMan who robbed a bunch of churches.

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Happy "National Nut Day". Obviously, almonds are trash & cashews rule supreme!

We recapped last night's Monday Night Football matchups and looked at some of this week's major NFL injuries.

Let you know what's new on New Release Tuesday and we got an update on the Bucks & Brew Crew.

Great story about a lifeguard in Hawaii that save a 17 year-old lost in the ocean, and a woman who needed a kidney found one in a bar!

The time change is happening next weekend and today is the day that people apparently stress out about it.

We talked to Grant Bilse from the Wisco Sports Show, and during today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a guy who got shot in the dick & died, a suspected drunk driver who crashed his car on a high school track during a football game, and a man who posed as a security guard to sneak into a Taylor Swift show.

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On to the weekend we go!

Looks like it's going to be beautiful this weekend, so get out & enjoy it!

We started off by talking about yesterday's visit from the VP, Kamala Harris, and a story about a rise in flesh-eating bacteria cases in Florida now that Hurricane Milton has come & gone.

What an unbelievable night of playoff action in MLB last night, and week seven in the NFL kicked off last night as well.

Brian updated everyone on his shed, plus…a cool story about a young girl who wanted some changes made to her local playground.

Crazy story about a woman in Brazil who waited 25 years to avenge her father's murder! And Brian ranted about robot prostate exams

Doc joined us to talk racing, and we also discussed a new turkey from Butterball that you can apparently cook without thawing.

We let you know what's on TV this weekend, and what's going to be in theaters.

And during today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about some mysterious blobs that are washing up on beaches in Canada, a guy who almost got prison time for extorting another guy who was sleeping with his wife, and a dude in Greece who got busted for breaking into his neighbors' homes & sniffing their shoes.

Gross.

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Here we go with day one without Shaw.

Had a great time at his retirement party last night, but the beat must go on!

We started the morning with the info about Vice President Kamala Harris' visit to La Crosse later today.

Also recapped last night's MLB playoff action and took a look at Week 7 in the NFL kicking off tonight on Prime.

Let you know what's on TV tonight and we had a cool story about a pizzeria that helped a guy find a kidney donor!

Talked about the new Apple Watch Vitals app that can allegedly predict colds, flu, & COVID days in advance. Riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiight.

Had a new "Karen of the Day"…or perhaps, the "Dumbest Person in America"?

The NCAA closed a "loophole" that Oregon used last week to beat Ohio State, and according to a new survey, there's people out there that AREN'T sick of politics yet.

We got on the phone with Office Cora in Eau Claire and got the details on what's happening in the 715 this weekend, and during today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about an idiot that tried to rob a pizza place and got his ass beat, a fire station that burned down because it didn't have any fire alarms installed, a guy who was using the carpool lane with a skeleton as his passenger, and a dude who had not one….not two…but THREE penises!

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This is it, Bania. This is the career.

After 35 years with Midwest Family here in La Crosse and over 20 years as the "news guy" on the Morning Sickness/Rock Mornings, Shaw is officially retired after today's show.

We did our best to keep things normal this morning, but these kinda things tend to go sideways fast.

We talked about last night's Yankees/Guardians game, and we also discussed the numerous trades made in the NFL yesterday.

Today happens to be "National Boss's Day", along with "National Liqueur Day"…which seems like a good pairing. Talked about Shaw wanting to upgrade his entertainment center now that he'll be watching a LOT more television, and we also let you know what's on TV tonight and discussed the Lifetime holiday movie lineup!

Check out this 71 year-old pole dancer who's probably a lot stronger than you are!

We also talked about last night's tribute to the late Johnny Gaudreau at the Colombus Blue Jackets' home opener.

And during today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about the Menendez brothers, an illegal grow operation that burned down, a giant pumpkin that got stuck in traffic, some stolen shoes in Washington state, a Russian man who spent two months on a boat adrift at sea, a #FloridaMan who threatened police with a flamethrower, and some instant karma in the In-n-Out drive-thru.

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Brrrrr!

Chilly the last couple of days. But, it'll be back in the mid-70's this weekend.

Top stories from the newsroom this morning included an update on the Fravel case, a freeze warning in our area, and a massive meat recall in the US.

We let you know what's new on New Release Tuesday today & we also talked to Grant Bilse of the Wisco Sports Show.

Recapped yesterday's MLB playoff action and last night's MNF matchup between the Bills & Jets.

Had a couple of "Karens of the Day" with one on a Frontier flight saying she was the President, and another who sued her company when she didn't get a "farewell" card.

Check out this performance from a high school QB in Louisiana. Impressive stuff!

Brian talked about his wonderful day meandering around the grocery store yesterday, and Shaw had to report on his very own retirement!

And during today's "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a woman in prison who's looking for love, a woman who died after being bit by a hamster, a British "influencer" who died trying to film content, an SUV that ended up inside of a massage parlor, a guy with SIXTEEN DUIs, a guy who's trying to dig up an old hard drive that allegedly has a bunch of BitCoins on it, and a couple in Louisiana who got busted with a bunch of guns & drugs in their repossessed car.

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