Early Holiday Cheer

We have not had a speck of snow to stick to the ground so far this year, but already I am in the Christmas spirit. I am not sure why. Read more »

Fort Hood Shock

The massacre at Fort Hood is almost incomprehensible to me. To think that one of our soldiers would gun down fellow soldiers is unthinkable. Read more »

Fall Back

Those who know me, know I love fall. Read more »

Brett Favre

No doubt, Brett Favre will hear a chorus of boos this weekend when he returns to Lambeau Field for the first time since becoming a Viking. But wouldn't it be nice if there was a show of civility. Read more »

Not So Positive Parenting

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She's Still Capturing Hearts!!

The cute 4-year-old who would not let go of her father's hand. He was about to be deployed. Well, the family has gotten calls from all over the country. The little girl got to talk to her dad by... Read more »

A Child's Goodbye

Here's a picture that will get your right in the heart. This 4-year-old child is hanging onto her dad. She did not want to let go, even though he was in formation as he was about to be deployed. Read more »

Fall in Milwaukee

We are now heading into my favorite time of the year. I love fall. The color of the sky, the crisp autumn air, and even the gray gloomy days. Read more »

Thanks D.J.

I feel so lucky to be able to interview people for Positively Milwaukee. Read more »

Remembering September 11

As we pause to remember September 11, I cannot help but think about the time I covered the one year anniversary of the worst terrorist attack on U.S. soil. I remember walking around outside Ground... Read more »

Favre Not Positively Purple

A lot of the talk today is centering on Brett Favre's block. The MVP quarterback could get a fine for an illegal block during last night's game. It's now under review by the NFL. But quite honestly,... Read more »

Shock Over Kidnapping Case!

Just when you thought the world could not get any crazier, comes the case of this weirdo in California. Read more »

Jay Leno Get's It!

It was fun to hang out with Jay Leno in Chicago. Mike and I went to WMAQ's studios early Wednesday morning and interviewed the popular TV host. Read more »

New Use for Super Glue!

Sometimes, it's not that easy being a television anchor. Read more »

Apollo Memory Loss

The past few days we've all been remembering the legacy of Apollo 11. But one story I cannot get over is the fact that someone apparently erased the tape of our first landing on the Moon. Read more »

Enough of MIchael Jackson's Burning Hair

Do we really need to see Michael Jackson's head catch on fire? Read more »

Michael Jackson Memorial

Ok, I was wrong. I thought I would be able to watch the Michael Jackson Memorial and move on. Not!! The moment Mariah Carey opened her mouth, I started to cry. Music always gets to me at funerals, and... Read more »

Remembering Michael Jackson

I guess after the death of Michael Jackson, many are thinking about Michael Jackson memories. Read more »

A Father's Prayer

I received this e-mail letter from a father whose son is serving in Afghanistan. Read more »

It's Festival Season

It's the festival season, and hopefully we can enjoy a safe and fun season. Read more »

I Love Farmer's Markets

Are you as excited about shopping at farmer's markets as I am? Read more »

Remembering a Hero

One of the highlights of my week was a trip to Caledonia. There I interviewed a man whose Marine son died in Iraq. Read more »

Going Ape

OK...sometimes you find you just need a bit of levity when it comes to the news. And this story just makes me laugh. Read more »

Mystery Flowers Solved

I am happy to report that the dilemma was solved. As I mentioned in my last blog, the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association honored my Positively Milwaukee Special with a 1st place award for Excellence.... Read more »

Picture of the Week

OK here's my favorite photo this week. Who says animals cannot communicate. Read more »

Melodie Wilson's Life Lesson

It's been said that life is not what you take but what you leave behind. Former TMJ4 anchor Melodie Wilson leaves a lot as she battles for survival. Read more »

"A Baby Who Can Read!!!"

All I can say is I am very impressed. Click on the link and you will see something amazing. a 17 month old child who can read words. Even cursive writing. The funniest part of this video is when the child... Read more »

POSITIVELY OOPS!!!

"Don't look back." That can be advice good for life and even for live TV. I remember when I first began television news I would anguish over every little mistake no matter how small. It did not take me... Read more »

Help a Grafton Teen Win

How would you like to help a local teen win a 5 thousand dollar scholarship and help promote higher education. Well all vote for Lauren Moroder, a finalist in the ACT Poster Scholarship Contest. The... Read more »

I Choked On "Live at 5"

Ok, some days are better than others when it comes to live TV. Yesterday on the 5:00 news I was reading a story about the Bowling Congress possibly moving, and took a breath of air..and nothing came out... Read more »

Atlanta Tornado Hits Close to home

I have been saying prayers of thanks this week after seeing the pictures of devastation and destruction in Atlanta. You see my sister Janice is Physician who lives in suburban Atlanta. I happened to... Read more »

Winter Storm Watch in Spring?!!!!

Happy Spring!!! Not so fast. The national weather service has just issued a winter storm watch for late Thursday night. Which by now you probably are aware is the first day of spring. I guess it's a fitting... Read more »

"Let It Snow, Let It Snow"...

I'm sure by now your really getting psyched up for our spring snowstorm. Today our winter storm watch was upgraded to a winter storm warning..yipeeee!!!! Some spots could see a foot of snow. Wow!!! It's... Read more »

Conan O'Brien's Visit to the Station

Sometimes when you meet celebrities in person, they standoffish and aloof. But that certainly could not be said of Conan O'Brien. He was so nice, so down to earth, so funny, so accommodating,... Read more »

Snowstorm Memory Fun and Poignant

This is one of my favorite pictures of last week's spring snowstorm. It comes from Brandon and Connor Novack in Belgium, Wisconsin. Now of course part of me loves this picture for its promotion of Channel... Read more »

A Lesson to Remember

Every once in a while, your day is brightened unexpectedly. Today some students from Milwaukee's Golda Meir School took a tour of the station. It's a school for gifted and talented students of diverse... Read more »

UWM Students to Fight Crime

If you are like thousands of Americans, you are angry at the crime problems facing the nation. And the latest target appears to be campuses. We've reported on a rash of robberies UWM and Marquette lately.... Read more »

Offer for Octuplet Mom

I know there's no shortage of criticism of the mother of the octuplets. It's certainly warranted. Of course, it's hard to understand how an unemployed single mother, would put herself and her parents... Read more »

Good for a Laugh

Thanks to Judy Woodall who gave us all a good laugh with this jib jab video featuring Mike Jacobs, John Malan, and yours truly. Check it out. http://www.jibjab.com/sendables/view/H7JZ2lkwqts1uIJyStBjcfcO (Click... Read more »

Brett Favre Lesson

Brett Favre is now officially gone. This time no tears, no press conference, just a comment by phone. So this can put closure on the entire Favre saga over the past year. Everyone has an opinion. But,... Read more »

Church Destroyed but Prayers Answered

One of the best things about the news business is that your workday can change in a moment. Today when we all came in to work, we were about to go into the afternoon meeting when we got word of an explosion... Read more »

Winter Thoughts

You know it's a cold winter when we are applauding the arrival of 30's. But something fascinating is about to happen. There's a chance we could reach 40 degrees next week. Read more »

See You Opening Day

Are you heading out to Miller Park for opening day? Well, I hope I get to see you. Mike and I will be anchoring the 4, 4:30, 5 and 6 pm news from there. So, if you happen to be out enjoying the game... Read more »

Paul Joseph Surprise

No you were not seeing things when you watched "Live at 10" Friday January 30th. It really was former TMJ4 meteorologist and local weather legend Paul Joseph. Read more »

Pledge of Peace/Atonement Lutheran Church and School

It's a church with humanity and spirit. And its members are working to make Milwaukee better. Hopefully you got a chance to see this week's Positively Milwaukee. We highlighted the beginning of a major... Read more »

Barack Obama's Speech

My Inaugural Wish

That we will use this new direction as a chance to build bridges not walls. That we not forget freedom is not free. That we realize, we're a nation of different colors, religions or backgrounds, but... Read more »

Top Ten Ways to Cope with $4 a Gallon Gas

10. Take leisurely walks along Lake Michigan. 9. Spend hours in your local library. 8. Double the time you spend in Milwaukee County Parks. 7. Plan to attend all free days at Zoos, Museums, and Festivals. 6.... Read more »

Thank You Mike Jacobs

Let's face it one of the most annoying chores of the winter is cleaning the snow and ice off your car. This year we have had plenty of reasons to be annoyed. Last night I was lamenting going out to... Read more »

Reduce Your Chance Of Cancer

More reasons to keep eating your veggies. You may keep cancer at bay. This story comes from Web site, positivenews.net "US studies show how fruits... Read more »