It’s time for the week in review on 620 WTMJ! Giannis Antetokounmpo is back in action! The 2-time MVP started his return tour with a bang, rocking the rim late in a game against the highway rival Chicago Bulls. The Bucks followed this performance up with their first back-to-back wins sequence since October. Why should you shop local, and what are some perks to take advantage of around the holidays? New Year’s celebrations are here, and the 620 WTMJ team gave you all the essential information you need to know.

January is statistically the coldest month of the year in the state of Wisconsin. Keeping the gas tank full and having blankets and gloves packed are just a few good practices to keep in mind this time of year. 620 WTMJ’s Debbie Lazaga and AAA gave tips and tricks – and yes, EV drivers, these apply to you, too!

Brett Favre has given the public an update on his Parkinson’s condition. The former Packers quarterback, and 1997 Super Bowl Champion, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in January of 2024. 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure dove in to how the former QB deals with rigidity, stiffness and more with his current medication plan.

It’s the 3 at 3 on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News! 620 WTMJ’s John Mercure and Adam Roberts discuss the start of the Pettit skating trials. Who overtook Tesla as the no. 1 electric vehicle company? Packers quarterback Jordan Love is expecting a kid! It’s all on Wisconsin’s Afternoon News.

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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.