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Groovy News

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your week with some Groovy News.

Courtney Prins

Special Events Manager for the Lansing Lugnuts

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of Sunday's Home Run for Heroes game between Lansing police and Lansing fire at Jackson Field.

James McCurtis

President of the NAACP Lansing branch

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

The NAACP is strongly opposed to human rights ordinance changes that were approved by the East Lansing city council this week.

Bret Jackson

President of the Michigan Health Purchasers Coalition

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

New research on the surge in healtcare costs.

Nick Nerbonne

Travel Michigan

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

A look ahead to this weekend's fun activities across Michigan.

FatherHood

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about a topic very close to his heart ahead of Father's Day... being a father.

Vic Veda

Vice President of Communications for the Michigan Retailers Association

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

A look at Father's Day from a retailer perspective.

Ann Marie Creed

President of U of M Health Sparrow - Lansing

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of Monday's groundbreaking for Sparrow's new surgery center.

This Day in History

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

Mike keeps you up-to-date with everything that has happened on June 19 including Juneteenth.

What's your favorite cop show theme song?

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

Mike and Producer Whip talk about their favorite cop show theme songs.

Mike Open

June 19th, 2026 12:00am

Are you ready for the weekend? If not The Morning Wake Up will help you get ready as we start your Friday.

Groovy News

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your Thursday with some Groovy News.

Mindy Biladeau

LEPFA

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

Lansing's Groesbeck Golf Course celebrating it's 100 anniversary.

Gary Sinise

Actor - Lt. Dan

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

Actor Gary Sinise drops by to talk with Mike about his current charity foundations.

Snakes in the house?

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

Mike and producer Whip discuss a story where a realtor tried to sell a house infested with snakes.

Steve Dulan

Michigan Coalition of Responsible Gun Owners

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

A lawsuit by gun owners and rights groups against the state attorney general and police chief, among others, over the state's license-to-purchase and pistol registration requirements.

Amy Sherman

Behind The Mitten

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of this weekend's episode which airs this Saturday from 8-9am on 1320 WILS.

Jonathan Savage

FOX News Radio

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

After tons of controversy in the lead-up, how are soccer fans feelin about the world cup as the first week comes to an end?

Annette Irwin

East Lansing interim City Manager

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

Annette looks ahead to her new temporary position.

This Day in History

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

Mike keeps you up-to-date with everything that has happened on June 18.

Tonya J. Powers

FOX News Radio

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

The New York Knicks celebrate the NBA Championship later this morning with a parade down NYC's famed "Canyon of Heroes". But will it remain calm and orderly?

Mike Open

June 18th, 2026 12:00am

It's Thursday and Mike is ready to wake you up.

Groovy News

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your Hump Day with some Groovy News.

Steve Cotton

Financial Strategist

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

How will the US - Iran deal effect oil and food prices. Steve Cotton discusses this.

Tracey Brame

Cooley Law School - Associate Dean

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

Tracey talks with mike for our "Weekly Legal segment".

Stephanie Pentuck

Potter Park Zoo

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of Father's Day events at the zoo.

Eben Brown

FOX News Radio

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

A recap of Tuesday's primary elections and runoffs in several states.

Eric Dennis

Transportation policy research associate for the Citizens Research Council of Michigan

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

New report out on data centers.

Jonathan Savage

FOX News Radio

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

President Trump in France for the G7 Summit, where the major talking point is the Iran deal.

Steve Mitchell

CEO of Mitchell Research and Communications

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

New polling on the GOP gubernatorial race.

This Day in History

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

Mike and Producer Whip react to "The Shark's" attempt to swim 22- miles with cannonballs connected to him in Lake Michigan. Mike also gives all the history for June 17.

Tonya J Powers

FOX News Radio

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

The FBI thwarts a terror plot targeting last Sunday's UFC event at the White House.

Mike Open

June 17th, 2026 12:00am

Mike wakes you up for Wednesday.

Groovy News

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your Tuesday with some Groovy News.

Justin "The Shark" Dreyer

Ultra-Marathon Swimmer

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

Justin talks with Mike about his amazing upcoming feat. He will be swimming 22 miles with 250 cannonballs connected to him through Lake Michigan.

Justin Winslow

President of the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

Mike speaks with Justin about the concept of "Pay what you want" at restaurants.

Dr. Tim Nash

Economist of Northwood University

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

Dr. Timothy Nash talks with Mike about the IPO of StockX.

Derrick Barber / Jeff Benson

CEO Team One Credit Union / CEO of Case Credit Union

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

CEO's of Team One and Case Credit Union speak with Mike about their merger.

Tom Barrett

Michigan Congressman

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

Congressman Tom Barrett talks with Mike about everything going on currently in Congress.

Dr. John Braccio

Regional Psychological Services of East Lansing

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

Does your family do "Family Meetings? Dr. Braccio thinks you should.

This Day in History

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about a few current "recalls" and gives you everything that has happened on June 16.

FIFA World Cup Update

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

Mike updates you on the FIFA World Cup.

Mike Open

June 16th, 2026 12:00am

Its Tuesday and Mike is ready to wake you up for your day.

Groovy News

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your day with some Groovy News.

Adrienne Woodland

AAA Michigan

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Mike speaks with Adrienne about the current gas prices around the state.

Eben Brown

FOX News Radio

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Ebon talks with Mike about the IPO of Elon Musk's "SpaceX".

Kyle Melinn

MIRS News

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Kyle talks with Mike about the Constitutional Convention on the ballot.

Andy Schor

Mayor of Lansing

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Andy lets us know what's new in city government.

Hondo Carpeneter

Spartan Nation and Sports Illustrated Journalist

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Hondo talks about breaking the news over the weekend about the MSU Athletic Director leaving.

Jonathan Savage

FOX News Radio

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Iran's latest - Is the deal, real?

Drones!!

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Mike has some stories about how drones have changed the world.

This Day in History

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about Drones. He also gives you everything that has happened in history on June 15.

In the Garden...

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about working in the Garden over the weekend.

Mike Open

June 15th, 2026 12:00am

Mike starts off your week with The Morning Wake Up.

Groovy News

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Mike gets you ready for your warm weekend with some Groovy News.

Rep. Kathy Schmaltz

Michigan State Representative

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Representative Kathy Schmaltz talks with Mike about the Medical debt relief plan.

Don Gorske

Big Mac Eating World Record Holder

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks with Don Gorske who has eating two Big Macs a day since 1972.

Jennifer Martinez

Restoration Expert

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Jennifer talks with Mike about Rapid Restoration and how to fuel your body without water.

Nick Nerbonne

Travel Michigan

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

What's going on this weekend in the State of Michigan?

Repair Cafes?

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about the new concept of "Repair Cafes".

Eben Brown

FOX News Radio

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Iran's latest.

Nicole Noll-Williams

President/CEO - Capitol Region International Airport

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Nicole talks with Mike about the "100 years of Flight" event at the Capitol Region International Airport on Saturday.

This Day in History

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Mike and Producer Whip talk about the upcoming weekend and then everything that has happened in history on June 12.

Tonya J. Powers

FOX News Radio

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Do you eat fast food everyday? Tonya talks about it.

Mike Open

June 12th, 2026 12:00am

Mike wakes you up for Friday.

Groovy News

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

Mike Austin closes your Thursday with some Groovy News.

Mike Austin from Radio.. to TELEVISION?

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

Mike Austin updates you on his upcoming interview on Studio 10 on WILX.

Dr. Charles Ballard

Economics Professor at MSU

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

Reaction to the May inflation report.

Rick Jones

Supervisor - Oneida Township

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

A close call for the Township Hall during Tuesday's severe weather which resulted in the collapse of a nearby storage garage.

Is your vehicle being recalled?

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

Mike talks about some vehicles that are being recalled.

John Gonzalez

Behind The Mitten

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of this weekend's episode which will air Saturday on 1320 WILS from 8-9am.

Matt Johnson

Spokesman for Consumers Energy

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

An update on any power outages from last night's severe weather event.

Marilyn Rogers

Chair of the Lansing Juneteenth Celebration

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

The annual event ongoing throughout the month of June.

This Day in History

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

Did Mike flirt during his latest interview? The Big Hair thinks so. Mike also talks about everything that has occurred on June 11.

Jonathan Savage

FOX News Radio

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

The WORLD CUP begins today.

Mike Open

June 11th, 2026 12:00am

Another day another great day to be started off by Mike Austin.

Wendy Block

Senior Vice President of Business Advocacy for the Michigan Chamber of Commerce

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

The Chamber announcing its first round of election endorsements for state House and Senate seats.

Groovy News

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your hump day with some Groovy News.

Rayne Guest

Infection Prevention Specialist

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

Rayne talks with Mike about "Screw Worms" messing with the beef industry.

Safety Belt rules changing in Buses

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

Mike and Producer Whip discuss the new changes in safety belts in buses for students.

Karen Hoene

Chair of the East Lansing Human Rights Commision

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

Controversial changes proposed by the city to its human rights ordinance.

Hondo Carpenter

Spartan Nation and Sports Illustrated Journalist

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby ruled eligible by a judge to play college football despite admitting to sports betting.

Eben Brown

FOX News Radio

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

NASA unveils the crew who will be on the Artemis 3 mission - what is that mission?

This Day in History

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

Mike keeps you up-to-date with everything that has happened on June 10.

Kositchek's Mens Wear Closing

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

Mike and Producer Whip talk about the closing of Kositchek's MensWear.

Mike Open

June 10th, 2026 12:00am

It's Hump Day and Mike has your Morning Wake Up Call.

Groovy News

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

Mike finishes your Tuesday with some Groovy News.

Katie Nickolau

Meteorologist for WLNS-TV

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

Forecasts calling for a heat wave across Lansing this week.

Rich Plywacz

Fishing Expert

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

Mike brings on his buddy Rich Plywacz to discuss which fish are the best to eat.

Jared Halpern

FOX News Radio

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

A week of presidential sports - President Trump attends game three of the NBA finals, then this weekend will attend UFC at the White House.

Eben Brown

FOX News Radio

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

Apple holds Worldwide Developers Conference - what were the big product announcements this year?

Dorie Dils

President / CEO of Gift of Life Michigan

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

A preview of Thursday's Gift of Life rally at the state Capitol.

Jonathan Savage

FOX News Radio

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

Iran latest - Iran says its halting attacks against Israel - are there any peace talks going on?

Dr. John Braccio

Regional Psychological Services of East Lansing

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

Dr. John Braccio talks with Mike about how to start your day off with positive energy.

This Day in History

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

Mike keeps you up-to-date with everything that has happened on June 9th.

Mike Open

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

Mike wakes you up for this rainy Tuesday.

Free Fireworks show... Kind of?

June 9th, 2026 12:00am

Mike and Producer Whip discuss a truck full of fireworks that caught on fire in Tennessee and gave a free fireworks show.

Groovy News

June 8th, 2026 12:00am

Mike closes out your Monday with some Groovy News.

Adrienne Woodland

AAA Michigan

June 8th, 2026 12:00am

An update on local and statewide gas prices.

Kyle Melinn

MIRS News

June 8th, 2026 12:00am

A look at the biggest stories in state government.

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