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Alex Bregman hit three of Chicago’s franchise-record nine home runs and the Cubs punctuated their August power display with a 17-3 blowout of the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night. Milwaukee holds a seven-game lead in the NL Central over the Cubs with six meetings remaining this season, including three more in this series at Wrigley Field.

Beaver Dam High School Cross Country Coach Haley Daniels previews the season.

Wisconsin high school football is officially underway! 🏈 Riley Jauch and the Dean of Madison Area High School Sports, Dennis Semrau, are back for another episode of Zimbrick Honda's PrepMania Weekly, breaking down the biggest storylines from Week 2 across Madison and Wisconsin high school sports. This week, we recap the biggest PrepMania Game of the Week before diving into the latest ESPN Wisconsin Power Rankings powered by Pizza Hut. Subscribe to ESPN Madison for the latest Wisconsin high school sports coverage, game highlights, interviews, rankings and analysis from PrepMania.

Beaver Dam boys soccer coach Nick Pizano previews the season as they get ready for the home opener against Wayland Academy on Tuesday September 1st on DDTV

This hour begins with the 5 O'Clock Focus on Kohl's and the impact of declining Sephora sales on the retailer's overall performance. Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney joins the show to discuss the latest developments in the Ben Larson case, offering insight into the legal process, key questions surrounding the case, and what may come next. Plus, a TMJ4 Weather update and a replay of UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky's analysis of the latest Marquette Law School Poll and what it reveals about Wisconsin's race for governor.

Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney joins the show to discuss the latest developments in the Ben Larson case, providing insight into the legal process, the key issues surrounding the case, and what comes next as the investigation and court proceedings move forward.

This hour covers some of the biggest conversations in education, sports, and service. We start with changes to FAFSA and what they mean for students and families, followed by school safety expert Don Mihalek on practical ways to keep students safe while maintaining a welcoming learning environment. Brewers broadcaster Lane Grindle joins to discuss Milwaukee's weekend against the Rangers, Dustin May's mindset after a difficult outing, and a key series against the rival Cubs. Plus, John sits down with actor and philanthropist Gary Sinise to discuss Graceful Warrior, the initiative honoring his late son, Mac Sinise, and preserving the legacy of Medal of Honor recipient Lance Sijan for future generations.

During his visit to Milwaukee, actor and philanthropist Gary Sinise sat down with John to discuss Graceful Warrior, the initiative honoring his late son, Mac Sinise, and the effort to bring the story of Medal of Honor recipient Lance Sijan to a new generation through an upcoming documentary remake. Sinise reflects on family, service, sacrifice, and the power of keeping inspiring legacies alive.

Brewers broadcaster Lane Grindle joins the show to break down Milwaukee's weekend series against the Rangers, discuss Dustin May's candid reaction to a tough outing and the mental toughness required to succeed as a major league pitcher, and preview a pivotal rivalry series as the Brewers welcome the Cubs to town. Plus, someone says they'd go tarps off if if meant the Brewers World Series

On The Homer Hour, Steve “Homer” True and former Packers offensive lineman Bryan Bulaga try to make sense of Josh Jacobs being placed on the NFL commissioner’s exempt list. Bulaga explains how the list works, why Jacobs can continue getting paid while being unable to practice or play, and why the lack of a defined timetable makes this situation so unusual. Homer and Bulaga debate how long Jacobs could remain away from the team, what could ultimately lead to a suspension or reinstatement, and how missing practice could impact his football conditioning even if he’s eventually cleared to return. Plus, they discuss why the Packers’ quick trade for Kaleb Johnson suggests Green Bay was preparing for the possibility of beginning the season without its starting running back.

Waddle & Silvy debate Ryan Poles’ performance as Bears general manager, revisit the Bears’ preseason finale and hand out their Benny’s Beverage Depot Toasts of the Game. The guys also settle the debate over whether an arm wrestler or bodybuilder would win in a fight. In Aki’s A-List, the crew discusses the Bears trading Gervon Dexter, potential Bears betting opportunities and Caleb Williams’ touchdown projections. They also revisit Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic stretch and examine whether the White Sox have enough pitching to make a postseason run. Plus, the show closes with another memorable Family Feud moment.

Waddle & Silvy recap the Bears’ preseason finale, including standout performances from Tyson Bagent, Zavion Thomas, Roshon Johnson, Maurice Alexander and Jordan Van Den Burg. The guys discuss how Ben Johnson’s coaching has influenced the development of the Bears’ young players and debate Ryan Poles’ record as general manager. The show also features Waddle & Silvy’s “Good, Bad and Dirty” weekend recap, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic stretch with the Cubs, Scottie Scheffler’s continued dominance and a debate over who would win in a fight: a bodybuilder or an arm wrestler.

Hour 1 of Kyle & Brust gets ready for the Packers regular season with plenty of uncertainty surrounding two of their biggest stars. Kyle Wallace and Ben Brust react to Josh Jacobs landing on the commissioner’s exempt list and Micah Parsons beginning the season on PUP, and debate whether Green Bay still has a roster capable of competing for a Super Bowl. With Jacobs unavailable, is it finally time for Matt LaFleur to unleash Jordan Love and let the Packers offense run through their quarterback? Plus, the Brewers head to Wrigley Field with an eight-game lead over the Cubs and a chance to put the NL Central race on ice. Kyle and Ben react to David Kaplan’s prediction that Chicago will catch Milwaukee, discuss why the Brewers should be looking to bury their rivals, and wonder whether another Pete Crow-Armstrong meltdown could be coming.

Hour 2 of Kyle & Brust continues to dig into the biggest questions facing the Packers before Week 1. Jason Wilde joins Kyle Wallace and Ben Brust to explain why there’s still no clear timetable for Josh Jacobs’ return, what a potential suspension could look like, and why Green Bay still doesn’t know exactly what it has in MarShawn Lloyd. Plus, could Jacobs’ absence give Jordan Love the opportunity to prove he can be “Superman” and carry the Packers offense? Kyle also calls on Brian Gutekunst to finish the job before the season and add more experience to an offensive line filled with question marks. Then the guys turn to the Badgers after zero players from last year’s Wisconsin team made an initial NFL 53-man roster, compared to nine from rival Iowa, and debate what that says about how far Wisconsin’s player development has fallen. Plus, the Brewers-Cubs rivalry heats up as Kyle explains why Pat Murphy has taken Milwaukee to another level after Craig Counsell’s departure.

Waddle & Silvy break down the Bears’ preseason finale, including Zavion Thomas’ game-breaking speed, Tyson Bagent’s strong performance and the team’s offensive potential under Ben Johnson. The guys also debate Ryan Poles’ tenure as Bears general manager, weighing his successful moves against the lack of defensive draft hits. In Waddle’s World, Tom reveals ESPN’s preseason NFL power rankings, with the Bears landing at No. 12 and the Packers ranked ahead of them. The guys also discuss roller-coaster injuries, the bizarre looksmaxing trend and the proper way to keep score at a baseball game.

Browns Analyst, Tony Grossi, and Chopz discuss the 53-man roster, surprises, moves to come, and scout team QB reps.

Waddle & Silvy react to an eventful weekend in Chicago sports. The guys break down the Bears’ preseason win over Tennessee, including Tyson Bagent’s impressive performance, Zavion Thomas’ breakout game and the team’s growing offensive potential. They also discuss the Bears’ defensive concerns, Gervon Dexter’s trade, roster moves and the importance of players like Jayln Johnson, Kyler Gordon and Jordan Van Den Berg. On the baseball side, the crew debates the Cubs’ frustrating recent stretch, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic power surge and whether the bigger emotion should be excitement over PCA or concern about the Cubs’ playoff positioning. They also look at the White Sox maintaining their lead in the AL Central despite major questions about the starting rotation.

CLE Browns Daily HR 2 - Beau and Nathan play "Higher or Lower" and they look around the NFL. They also listen back to Carson Schwesinger.

This hour covers the stories making headlines across Wisconsin and beyond. We kick things off with 3 at 3, featuring Packers rookie J'Michael Sturdivant's heartfelt social media message, David Letterman's appearance at the Milwaukee Mile, and Gary Sinise's weekend visit to Milwaukee. Plus, we spotlight an Everyday Hero, discuss the latest clash between Donald Trump and Kristen Welker, break down the Josh Jacobs situation with Telly Hughes after the Packers running back was placed on the Commissioner's Exempt List, and wrap up with UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky's analysis of the newest Marquette Law School Poll and what it says about the race for Wisconsin governor.

UW-La Crosse political science professor Anthony Chergosky joins the show to break down the latest Wisconsin governor's race polling, examine what the newest Marquette Law School Poll reveals about voters, and discuss the key trends and issues shaping the 2026 election.

The 4PM hour of Kyle & Brust continues to examine how the Packers will navigate the uncertainty surrounding Josh Jacobs. Kyle Wallace and Ben Brust debate what Jacobs’ absence means for the identity of the offense, whether Marshawn Lloyd or Kaleb Johnson can emerge in the backfield, and why this stretch provides Jordan Love an opportunity to prove he can carry Green Bay through adversity. Former Packers offensive lineman Bryan Bulaga joins the show to break down Kaleb Johnson’s fit in Matt LaFleur’s offense, why Green Bay can’t completely abandon the running game without Jacobs, and his concerns about the Packers’ offensive line depth heading into Week 1. Plus, the guys turn to the Brewers and debate who should be Milwaukee’s fourth starter in October if Dustin May can’t find consistency.

ESPN MLB insider Jesse Rogers takes you beyond the headlines and inside the game with the kind of Northside Baseball access only he can deliver. Presented by Arlington Toyota! On this episode of Inside the Friendly Confines, ESPN’s Jesse Rogers breaks down how the Cubs are handling Shota Imanaga down the stretch and what his role could look like as Chicago fights for a spot in the postseason. You’ll also hear from Cubs manager Craig Counsell on Imanaga and the bullpen as the team manages its pitching staff for the stretch run. Plus, Jesse shares comments from Cubs legends Jon Lester and Jody Davis as each reflects on earning a spot in the Cubs Hall of Fame and what the honor means to them.

Jason Wilde joins Kyle & Brust to break down the uncertainty surrounding Josh Jacobs after the Packers running back was placed on the commissioner’s exempt list. Wilde explains why there’s no clear timetable for Jacobs’ return, how games spent on the exempt list could count toward a potential suspension, and why there are still several different ways the situation could play out. Plus, Jason reacts to the Packers trading for Kaleb Johnson and bringing back Pierre Strong, discusses whether Marshawn Lloyd has shown enough to handle the starting job, and explains why Green Bay still doesn’t truly know what it has in Lloyd. And with Jacobs out, could this be the opportunity for Jordan Love to go from “Clark Kent” to “Superman” and prove he can carry the Packers offense?

CLE Browns Daily HR 1 - Beau and Nathan talk initial 53-man roster and they listen back to Todd Monken at the podium.

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Top Two at Two. Guests include ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan. We also talk about rabid goats at a traveling petting zoo and how another Water Street business is closing its doors in Milwaukee.

Theo Dorsey, Kristina Costanza and Colin Russo do the Happy Hour, Royal Palm v Pahokee made Sportscenter Top 10?

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan talks about how it’s a first in American history, as a major political party is breaking with the tradition of quadrennial conventions and holding one in a midterm year. What will the Republican event in Dallas feature? Will President Trump be in attendance? Why will this unprecedented convention have stiff competition for the attention of voters?

1. Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is on the NFL Commissioner's Exempt List. 2. Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson says changes to how MPD uses Flock are necessary.

🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | 53-Man Roster Reaction + Gervon Dexter TRADED Hosted by Pat The Designer & Tyler Aki Brought to you by Midwest Dairy, The Advantage Dealer Group & City Colleges of Chicago The Chicago Bears' 53-man roster is officially set following Sunday's NFL roster cuts, and Pat The Designer & Tyler Aki break down every major decision before Week 1. The guys analyze the biggest surprises on the Bears depth chart, what the final roster tells us about Ben Johnson and Ryan Poles' plans, and the biggest question marks Chicago still needs to answer heading into the regular season. Plus, the Bears have traded DT Gervon Dexter for help in the secondary. Pat and Tyler break down the move, what Chicago is getting in return, and what trading Dexter says about the confidence the organization has in its remaining defensive line. Finally, with the roster essentially complete, it's time to answer the biggest question of all: Is this Chicago Bears roster actually Super Bowl caliber? The guys evaluate the strengths, weaknesses and whether Chicago has enough talent to make a legitimate run through the NFC. 🏈 Episode Highlights: Full Chicago Bears 53-man roster breakdown Biggest surprises from NFL Cut Day What the Bears depth chart tells us heading into Week 1 Ryan Poles trades Gervon Dexter for secondary help Biggest remaining roster concerns Is this Bears roster good enough to win the Super Bowl? 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears news, roster moves, trade reactions & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #BearsRoster #GervonDexter #RyanPoles #BenJohnson #NFLRosterCuts #BearDown #NFL

TNL HR 2 - Emmett and Jerod talk to Tony Grossi and react to "The Refresh." They also get random and give out performers of the day.

Theo Dorsey and Colin Russo wonder if the Rams have the best Defensive Line ever... Mike T Joins.

Wisconsin's Midday News has your Three Big Things. Guests include J. Jeffers & Co. Founder/CEO Josh Jeffers and TMJ4 News Meteorologist Lindsey Slater. We also talk about Forbes' 8th annual America's Best Employers by state list and a nationwide grill brush recall.

J. Jeffers & Co. Founder/CEO Josh Jeffers talks about the recent TIF being awarded to 310 W. Wisconsin Avenue. How does TIF actually work? What is the latest with The Big Blue Building getting converted from an obsolete office building to apartments? Why are we living through a reprogramming, not reshaping, of Milwaukee’s skyline right now?

Browns Analyst, Tony Grossi, joins Emmett and Jerod live from practice to explain the Dillon Gabriel injury and roster moves.

TNL HR 1 - Emmett and Jerod discuss the initial 53-man roster for the Browns and the QB room.

1. Hundreds of families in Nepal and abroad are entering another day of waiting for news of their loved ones following last week's devastating floods along the Nepal-Tibet border. 2. An idea for funding our County Parks from nearly a decade ago is being floated again. 3. Some political figures are facing new scrutiny over their use of prediction markets.

More on the Packers big moves over the weekend...and was anyone surprised by Micah Parsons starting the season on the PUP List? Also, the second semifinal of the Wilde and Tausch Trivia Tournament of Champions presented by Events By Design. And Whoa Nelly! diving into a huge stretch of games for the Brewers and Cubs starting tonight at Wrigley Field.

Does Jordan Love NEED to be more Clark Kent or Superman to lead the Packers where they want to go in 2026, especially given the roster news that unfolded over the weekend? Fans answer on the Carbliss ESPN Wisconsin Talk & Text Line. Plus, Wilde and Tausch Trivia presented by Cousins Subs recapping the sports weekend.

It's the Monday edition with A LOT to discuss from the weekend! After a 4 TD performance in the preseason finale, the Packers trade QB Kyle McCord to the Dolphins. Then, they acquire RB Kaleb Johnson in a trade from the Steelers after Josh Jacobs gets placed on the Commissioner Exempt List to begin the 2026 season. What does it all mean for the 2026 Packers? And did Brian Gutekunst show why he's one of the best GMs in the NFL? Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike on ESPN Radio also joins for his weekly appearance.

MMAC Senior Advisor Tim Sheehy talks about how a new report outlines which degree’s payoff, and which degree’s might leave you questioning the return on your degree. How does Wisconsin fair as a state to live and work?

Hammer and Emmett discuss the injury designation for Dillon Gabriel and Aaron "Drops the Hammer."

1. Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs is on the NFL Commissioner's Exempt list. 2. ChatGPT is experiencing a major global outage, leaving thousands of users unable to send prompts or load conversations. 3. In the Grand Canyon, the search continues for at least 14 people believed to have been hiking around the trails where this weekend's deadly flash floods hit the canyon.

Broadcasting live from the Salvation Army’s Swing for the Kettle Golf Invitational, Steve Scaffidi and Kristin Brey discuss rising back-to-school costs and hear from listeners about what families are spending this year. Milwaukee Area Commander Major Beverly Gates and Captain Shannell Johnson join to explain how the Salvation Army supports local families and what donations can do for the community. Plus, Steve and Kristin discuss political campaigns and the U.S. Department of Defense quietly paying online influencers, while Annex Wealth Management CEO Dave Spano breaks down the latest on oil, interest rates, and the economy.

Jack McGrath and Peggy Kaczynski close the show by reacting to ESPN’s NFL power rankings and debating why the Packers are still getting more national respect than the Bears. The guys discuss Green Bay, Detroit and Minnesota while comparing Jordan Love to Jay Cutler and explaining why Caleb Williams could pass Love this season. The Brunch Rush hits the White Sox’s historic turnaround, PCA’s MVP push, Ozzy Trapilo’s injury timeline and Aaron Donald returning to the Rams. Peggy also gets into trouble during a studio-chair mystery, bringing Danny Zederman into the room and turning the show briefly into “Christian radio.” The hour wraps with more Bears talk, including whether Chicago’s roster questions are still keeping the national media from fully buying in.

Una jornada histórica alrededor de Lionel Messi. Inter Miami volvió a la victoria de una manera inolvidable: 7-1 ante CF Montréal, la mayor goleada por diferencia de tantos en la historia del club. Messi fue el protagonista absoluto con un póker de goles y una asistencia, cortando junto a las Garzas una racha de cinco partidos consecutivos sin ganar y llegando a 18 goles en la temporada de MLS. Pero horas después llegó una noticia que sacudió al fútbol argentino: Lionel Messi anunció su retiro de la Selección Argentina. Después de más de dos décadas con la Albiceleste, un Mundial, dos Copas América, una Finalissima y una carrera repleta de récords, el capitán decidió cerrar definitivamente su etapa con la Selección. En Comunidad Deportiva analizamos las dos caras de un momento histórico: el Messi que sigue dominando en Inter Miami a los 39 años y el final de una era con la camiseta argentina. Además: ¿qué cambia este 7-1 para Inter Miami? ¿Fue una reacción definitiva o solamente una gran noche? ¿Y cómo se empieza a construir una Selección Argentina sin Lionel Messi?

RBS HR 3 - Rizz and Hamer talk to NBC's John Fanta. They also listen to soundcheck and fan voicemails.