Packer legend LeRoy Butler joins John and Julia to talk about becoming Milwaukee’s first AI-powered sales rep. Learn how his lifelike avatar is promoting the city, sharing insights, and guiding visitors—all powered by cutting-edge tech and just a quick QR scan away. Plus, stayed tuned to hear who his favorite teammate was in Green Bay!

John Mercure and Julia Fello open the hour with “The 3 @ 3,” touching on the Ed Gein Netflix documentary, an $80M charity food drive, and the world’s ugliest dog winner. The tone shifts as they explore the tragic school shooting in Minneapolis with expert Anne Schwartz, followed by a chilling update from ABC’s Alex Stone about a deadly church shooting that left two children dead and 17 injured. The hour closes with a forward-looking discussion on the rise of virtual health and how it's shaping the future of medical care with Advocate Health leaders.

Virtual health is on the rise, but what does it really mean for patients? John and Julia talk with Advocate Health’s Dr. Ed Fernandez and Tom Moen about how virtual visits are changing care delivery, from convenience and cost to concerns around tech access and personal touch.

After a deadly school shooting in Minneapolis, John and Julia sit down with law enforcement communications expert Anne Schwartz. Together, they examine the heartbreaking details, the patterns behind these incidents, and what steps communities and individuals can take to help prevent future violence.

John Mercure and Julia Fello dive into the day’s buzziest stories—from a school shooting tragedy, to a remarkable $80 million raised through the “Do Good With Food” initiative, and the quirky crowning of the world’s ugliest dog.

John Mercure and Julia Fello unpack key stories affecting Wisconsinites. ABC’s Alex Stone joins to break down Southwest Airlines' controversial new seating policy. Then, Paul Smith from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel warns hunters about the dangers of tree stands in Ash trees — and how to stay safe this season.

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From furry friends to fiery debates, John Mercure and Julia Fello explore Wisconsin’s most talked-about topics. Find out which dog breeds top the charts in the Badger State, debate the controversy over President Trump's proposed executive order on flag burning, and get expert insights from GasBuddy’s Patrick Dehaan on rising gas prices. Plus, Dr. Brian Lin joins for the Milwaukee Health Briefing.

Dr. Brian Lin from the Medical College of Wisconsin joins John and Julia for this week’s Milwaukee Health Briefing. Stay informed on local health concerns and what you need to know for the week ahead.

President Trump’s proposed executive order would criminalize flag burning with up to a year in jail. John and Julia open the phone lines and the floor for debate — is this patriotic justice or an attack on free speech?

John Mercure and Julia Fello host a deep-dive hour special featuring interviews with 2026 Wisconsin gubernatorial candidates Bill Berrien, Josh Schoemann, and Sara Rodriguez. Hear each candidate’s vision for the state, their positions on key issues, and how they compare to current Governor Tony Evers. WTMJ’s Steve Scaffidi also weighs in with his analysis on who’s standing out early in the race.