John Mercure and Julia Fello kick off the fair coverage with the top 3 trending stories from opening day at the Wisconsin State Fair. WTMJ’s Elizabeth Lintonen joins to share her food finds, crowd impressions, and first-day highlights.

It’s a packed hour as final touches go into the beloved Wisconsin State Fair, and Sean Brynda takes us behind the scenes with farmers and organizers. Co Nguyen shares how “Operation Advance” is working to secure the future of the Wisconsin War Memorial. Plus, MMAC CEO & President Dale Kooyenga explains how the Milwaukee Domes were saved.

Co Nguyen, President and CEO of the Wisconsin War Memorial, discusses the $18 million “Operation Advance” campaign. With historic architecture and deep civic value, the Memorial’s long-term future is at stake. Find out what’s at risk, what’s been raised, and how you can help preserve this lakeside icon.

Travel Wisconsin's Anne Sayers shares tips for cooling off at some of the state's best indoor escapes with John Mercure & Julia Fello. Lastly, We wrap with a Milwaukee economic briefing featuring Dale Kooyenga, giving you an inside look at business trends shaping the region, inclduing the details on saving the Domes.

Wisconsinites crossing into Illinois for cannabis? John Mercure and Julia Fello zero in on the ripple effects of legalization next door—including a Waukegan dispensary GM discussing the surge of Wisconsin customers. Adding depth to the hour is the in‑studio pro‑con debate on marijuana legalization. The hour culminates with CBS News’ Major Garrett breaking down the latest Epstein files: Ghislaine Maxwell’s offer to testify before Congress, her DOJ interviews under limited immunity, and the broader political tensions this disclosure is routing through Washington.

CBS News’ Major Garrett joins John and Julia to discuss the latest in the Epstein investigation. Ghislaine Maxwell has reportedly offered to testify before Congress—but only with immunity. They explore what’s at stake, why this matters, and how deep the political connections may run.

John and Julia tackle community issues affecting Milwaukee and beyond. First, the heated debate over police union contract disputes and withheld pay raises from City Hall. Then, a conversation with ABC News’ Alex Stone explores a tragic Manhattan shooting linked to suspected CTE in a gunman. The hour closes with heart-health coverage from MCW’s Dr. John Raymond following the passing of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan, offering critical context and actionable advice.

ABC News’ Alex Stone joins John and Julia to break down a disturbing incident: a gunman with a history of mental health issues and suspected CTE opens fire in a Manhattan office building housing the NFL. They examine what went wrong, the suspect's past, and how access to firearms factored in.

From “The 3 at 3” trending topics to Lydia’s Law and the personal stories behind the debate, this hour dives deep into Wisconsin’s medical marijuana conversation. John Mercure and Julia Fello unpack the state’s current laws and budget decisions, examine CBD legalization spurred by Lydia Schaeffer’s advocacy, and share a local family’s experience using cannabis-based treatment to manage health conditions—all through the lens of legal, economic, and human impact.

A balanced and lively in-studio discussion as John and Julia welcome Waukesha County Exec Paul Farrow and State Rep. Darrin Madison. One supports legalization, the other opposes it. Hear both sides of the argument, from economic benefits to societal concerns.