The 4 PM hour is packed with variety — starting with a deep dive into Wisconsin's Joint Finance Committee as WTMJ’s Sean Brynda breaks down where the state budget surplus might be headed and what it means for you. Then, we spotlight an extraordinary act of courage in Cardiff, Wales, where a young man risked his life to save a mother and her newborn from a vicious dog attack. Debbie Lazaga shifts gears into road safety, marking Motorcycle Awareness Month with critical tips for drivers and riders alike. We wrap the hour with a week-in-review roundup of the top local, national, and international stories, before welcoming gardening expert Melinda Myers. She shares practical and sustainable advice on watering smarter, choosing drought-tolerant plants, and setting up your own rain garden.
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Smart Spring Gardening with Melinda Myers
The Plant Doctor is in! Learn how to conserve water, choose drought-resistant plants, and make the most of spring gardening with expert Melinda Myers.
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Smoke, Storms & Surprises: The Week That Was
From white smoke in Rome to drama on Milwaukee’s lakefront, John and Julia round up the biggest headlines of the week.
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3 PM: Rupnow Details Emerge, MPS Central Office & a Historic Front Row Seat
The 3 PM hour kicks off with “The 3 @ 3,” covering trending stories from around the globe — including the emotional reaction of the new Pope’s brother, concerns over Churchillian values on VE Day, and a feel-good falcon hatchling update from Oak Creek. Then, we go live to Rome for a firsthand account of Pope Leo XIV’s historic election as the first American Pope. We also dive into new, disturbing details in the Natalie Rupnow school shooting case and how her father’s role may have enabled the tragedy. Finally, education analyst Alan Borsuk helps us unpack major restructuring at Milwaukee Public Schools — a move that could shift resources from the central office directly into classrooms.
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MPS Shake-Up: Inside the Central Office Restructure
Education expert Alan Borsuk breaks down the bold restructuring plan at Milwaukee Public Schools and what it could mean for staff and students.
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