Wisconsin's Midday News

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include ABC News Investigative Reporter Peter Charalambous and TMJ4 News Meteorologist Lauren Larsen. We also talk about how a vital resource is back at the Olympics...

ABC News Investigative Reporter Peter Charalambous talks about how Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said members of the Guthrie family are “cleared” as suspects in Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance. This comes as investigators lifted DNA of an unknown male profile from a glove found along roadside brush about two miles from Nancy Guthrie's home, sources briefed on the investigation told ABC News. Why is this message coming out now? What’s the latest from Savannah Guthrie and her family?

1. Today, America is saying goodbye to a staunch civil rights leader. 2. A Major Shakeup in Major League Baseball. 3. Hang on before making that PB&J sandwich for lunch!

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Team Supervisor Tom Meronek and Brewers Extra Innings Host Dom. We wrap up with a look at how cities around the world are celebrating Mardi Gras or Fat Tuesday today.

Brewers Extra Innings Host Dom Cotroneo talks about the “vibes” at Spring Training, how Christian Yelich is feeling, the age gap between all the players there, and what the early focus of Spring Training will be.

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Team Supervisor Tom Meronek talks about spear fishing season now underway in the state. How does the DNR regulate the harvesting of Sturgeon and why is that important? What is it about the Lake Winnebago system that makes it home to the largest sturgeon population in North America? What about this 16-day window in February that makes it the best time for the Sturgeon Spear Fishing season?

1. Well-known Milwaukee attorney Michael Hupy is now offering a reward in the Nancy Guthrie case. 2. The Brewers are on the field for their first full squad workout of Spring Training. 3. Well, that didn’t last long...

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include Uno Elite Champion Ian Thompson. We also talk about if Giannis is sending mixed signals to Bucks fans about staying in Milwaukee for the remainder of the season.

Uno Elite Champion Ian Thompson talks about his experience recently being crowned as the first-ever Uno Elite champion, taking home $10,000 in Las Vegas. How did he find out he was skilled at the card game? Are there other Uno competitions he can take part in around the country? Are there any game winning tips and tricks he’s willing to share?

1. We’ve set a record! 2. A Hollywood legend has died.

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include TMJ4 News Meteorologist Lauren Larsen. We also talk about the latest in the search for Nancy Guthrie and why Canada’s curling teams is under fire at the Winter Olympics.

1. The partial government shutdown is now into its third day, after funding for the Department of Homeland Security ran out at the end of last week. 2. The company that created TikTok is in hot water over a different app in its lineup. 3. More people are taking an adult gap year to avoid burning out and employers are saying okay!

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include MMAC Senior Advisor Tim Sheehy and Birkebeiner Executive Director Ben Popp. We wrap up with how The Simpson’s marked a milestone with their 800th episode.

Birkebeiner Executive Director Ben Popp talks about the 2026 American Birkebeiner kicking off this weekend! What does the race entail? What’s the history behind this event? What can people expect from this year’s competition? What is the hardest obstacle competitors face in this race?

MMAC Senior Advisor Tim Sheehy talks about how there’s a new surge of activity in Port Washington related to the development of the new data center there, but most of it surrounds the decision to approve the data center, as we find out today if the Mayor will face a recall. What does all of this mean for the data center development itself? One of Milwaukee’s largest employers has launched an expansion of its data center institute with area universities, what is the Northwestern Data Science Institute and how will this benefit the region? With more young people unable to afford or find a home, they’re investing in the stock market. Which approach leads to a better financial future, owning a home or putting money into the market?

1. We're going for a record! 2. President Trump with a warning to whoever kidnapped Nancy Guthrie. 3. The Wisconsin State Fair will close out 2026 with a legendary name.

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. We also recap our earlier conversation with Dan Jansen, discuss slumping sales from Mattel, and share the latest Stories of the Strange.

1. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says the FAA is issuing new mandatory standards for commercial airlines on hiring pilots. 2. According to the National Association of Realtors, home sales fell 8-point-four percent in January.

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan and TMJ4 News Chief Meteorologist Brian Niznansky. We wrap up with the Holiday-A-Palooza happening in February.

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan talks about how never a bronze medal seems more like gold. American cross-country skier Jessie Diggins powered through the agony of a rib injury she suffered in a previous event to take third place in Thursday’s 10-kilometer interval-start freestyle race at the Winter Olympics in Italy. Meanwhile, “Quad God” Ilia Malinin goes for the gold in Men’s Singles Figure Skating this afternoon. The question among his fans: Will he attempt his signature jump – one that no one has ever landed in competition? Why was a Ukrainian skeleton rider who insisted upon competing in a helmet featuring pictures of fellow athletes killed in the war with Russia disqualified? How did the day turn around for American skiing phenomenon Breezy Johnson? Why are the gold and silver medals being awarded at Milan-Cortina the most valuable in history?

1. Ring, the home camera giant, is feeling some backlash today over its Super Bowl ad. 2. Milwaukee Public Schools and the Milwaukee City Conference are formally appealing a WIAA proposal to move Ronald Reagan High School to the Southeast Conference (SEC) for all sports except football. 3. Americans are paying more to put a roof over their heads.

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include Wisconsin-native Olympian Dan Jansen and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Executive Director Greg Borowski. We wrap up with the Week in Review.

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Executive Director Greg Borowski talks about how the newspaper is staying afloat amid layoffs coming at the national level. What is the “community funding” model they operate from? Is the traditional newspaper model still viable? How has storytelling changed? How is crowdfunding used to support positions rather than just projects now?

Wisconsin-native Olympian Dan Jansen talks about how the Olympic record he achieved would have put him in 28th place this year. How have the skills of athletes changed over the years? What does he think about Jordan Stolz’s record?

1. Funding for the Department of Homeland Security is set to run out at midnight and Washington lawmakers are leaving town for a recess. 2. According to the National Association of Realtors, home sales fell 8-point-four percent in January. 3. Wisconsin State Fair reveals another headliner!

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include Candy Funhouse Chief Marketing Officer Dave Theodoropoulos. We also talk about “A Road at Night" debuting tonight in Madison and an article in the Wall Street Journal about Wisconsin-native Jordan Stolz.

Candy Funhouse Chief Marketing Officer Dave Theodoropoulos talks about how Giannis just launched his own gummy candy line. How involved was Giannis in making the “FR34K Gummies”? When and where can fans buy the candy?

1. The Trump administration is ending its immigration crackdown in Minnesota. 2. One of Milwaukee's Top Chef's is diving back into competition-based cooking!

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include ABC News Crime and Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett, TMJ4 News Meteorologist Lauren Larsen, and Dr. Ben Weston from the Medical College of Wisconsin.

The latest Weekly Wellness Check with Dr. Ben Weston from the Medical College of Wisconsin includes pulmonary embolism, following the death of actress Catherine O’Hara, Lindsey Vonn’s ACL rupture, and some surprising health benefits of Valentine’s Day chocolates.

ABC News Crime and Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett talks about how as the high stakes search for Nancy Guthrie hits day 11, parallels are being drawn between this investigation and the infamous 2001 disappearance of Chandra Levy, where her remains weren't discovered for over a year. The investigation into Guthrie’s abduction from her Tucson-area home at first seemed to progress with the release of that chilling Nest camera footage showing a masked, armed individual. While the video led to the brief detainment (but then release) of a person of interest, it has also triggered a tidal wave of public involvement. How are the Pima County Sheriff’s Department and FBI sorting through the thousands of tips flooding in via 1-800-CALL-FBI? How were investigators able to "excavate" data from Google's backend systems to find video Nancy Guthrie hadn't set up to be saved?

1. A white tent went up today on the doorstep of Nancy Guthrie. 2. One down, three to go for the fastest skater in the world. 3. The Racine Zoo just announced the passing of Yellow, a beloved African penguin.

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include American Red Cross of Wisconsin CEO Catherine Rabenstine and Milwaukee Bucks Beat Writer for 'The Athletic' Eric Nehm. We also honor an Everyday Hero.

This week’s Bucks Insiders includes Milwaukee Bucks Beat Writer for The Athletic Eric Nehm who talks about the new Bucks addition Cam Thomas, the latest on Giannis’ injury, and a preview of the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game 2026.

American Red Cross of Wisconsin CEO Catherine Rabenstine talks about how amid the need for blood donation, there’s also a big need for pop-up shelters amid natural disasters. What locations most often offer to become shelters? What happens when there are not enough shelters? How can people volunteer to help at shelters?

1. The Trump administration is ending its immigration crackdown in Minnesota. 2. One of Milwaukee's Top Chef's is diving back into competition-based cooking! 3. From Greek Freak to sweet Freak!

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include GMR Senior Director of Client Consulting and Services Lindsay Loridon. We also talk about pitchers and catchers arriving at Spring Training and an Olympics milestone for one Wisconsin native.

GMR Senior Director of Client Consulting and Services Lindsay Loridon talks about how GMR is playing a role in the 2026 Winter Olympics. What exactly are they doing? How are they “redefining the athlete interview” using social media? How are they gearing up for Los Angeles hosting the Olympics next?

1. There's increased police presence at Bradford High School this afternoon, after a student was found with a loaded gun. 2. The FAA has now re-opened the airspace around the airport in El Paso, Texas.

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include Speaker, Author, & Chris Farley’s Brother Tom Farley Jr., TMJ4 News Meteorologist Lauren Larsen, and ABC News Investigative Reporter Peter Charalambous.

ABC News Investigative Reporter Peter Charalambous talks about how the FBI released images and video of an "armed individual" in connection with the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie yesterday. The images showed a masked man wearing gloves, a backpack and armed with a holstered handgun at the front door of Nancy Guthrie's Tucson-area home around the time investigators suspect she was abducted on February 1st. What’s the latest on the suspect who was detained and then released? What does this say about the evidence that authorities have found so far?

Speaker, Author, & Chris Farley’s Brother Tom Farley Jr. shares stories about his brother, as well as his own recovery journey.

1. Investigators are back to square one after a person of interest was detained, then let go in connection with the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother. 2. UW–Madison will have new leadership this spring. 3. Demand for beer continues to go down and now we're seeing job cuts because of it.

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Now at Noon headlines. Guests include Milwaukee Brewers President of Business Operations Rick Schlesinger and CBS News Justice Correspondent Scott MacFarlane. We also bring the latest on Wisconsin-native Jordan Stolz at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

CBS News Justice Correspondent Scott MacFarlane talks about how a grand jury in Washington refused to indict Democratic lawmakers in connection with a video in which they urged U.S. military members to resist “illegal orders” and how testifying before the House Judiciary Committee, Attorney General Pam Bondi defended her handling of the Epstein files.

Milwaukee Brewers President of Business Operations Rick Schlesinger talks about how single game tickets go on sale tomorrow, fan giveaways for the season, and how he feels about the Caleb Durbin trade.

1. There's increased police presence at Bradford High School this afternoon, after a student was found with a loaded gun. 2. Meanwhile, at least nine people have died, and more than two dozen hurt, after a shooting at a high school in Canada. 3. The FAA has now re-opened the airspace around the airport in El Paso, Texas.

This hour, we start with the Top Two at two which involves more details on the suspect of the Savannah Guthrie case. Plus, Llisa Schiller from the BBB stops by to talk about even newer scams targeting the elderly. And the wildest rookie year ever for a Milwaukee police officer

New scams?! There seem to be a new scan every week – thankfully we have Senior Director of Investigations for the Better Business Bureau Lisa Schiller to walk us through the latest scams, and more importantly how to keep yourself safe. Double check. Verigy. And of course watch for spelling errors.

Amen Jessica! This hour, The Three Big Things we're monitoring this afternoon. Plus, why are the medals breaking? And Lauren Larsen goes all the way to 40 after some advice!