Mid Morning Mike Check 7/1/2026

Who is the most American movie character of all time??

North Texas now has a third commercial airport to go along with DFW and Love Field, but this one is in Collin County. A preview of one of the country's biggest fireworks shows, and it's right here in North Texas. Mexico advances in the World Cup, to the delight of a fan attending a BASEBALL game here in the U.S. He made his voice heard. New York City is preparing for a big wedding this weekend. Maybe. Possibly. If the rumors are true.

Mid Morning Mike Check 7/1/2026

North Texas now has a third commercial airport to go along with DFW and Love Field, but this one is in Collin County. A preview of one of the country's biggest fireworks shows, and it's right here in North Texas. Mexico advances in the World Cup, to the delight of a fan attending a BASEBALL game here in the U.S. He made his voice heard. New York City is preparing for a big wedding this weekend. Maybe. Possibly. If the rumors are true. How do World Cup fans from other countries feel about America's "tipping culture"? They're not as down on it as you might think. Another miracle rescue in Venezuela, and the Rangers win again, thanks to one of the most bone-headed plays in baseball history. A politician, being hounded by one of those "ambush journalists," turns the tables on the guy by pulling out his OWN phone and asking HIM some embarrassing questions. You may not know his name, but you know his music. Victor Willis of the Village People is dead at the age of 74.

Could Dallas call them the FIFA furloughs??

How do World Cup fans from other countries feel about America's "tipping culture"? They're not as down on it as you might think. Rangers win again, thanks to one of the most bone-headed plays in baseball history. Plus Dallas city councilwoman Cara Mendolsohn joins Mike and Austin to talk furloughs

Mid Morning Mike Check 6/30/2026

The World Cup returns to AT&T Stadium, following three incredible matches yesterday. NBC 5's Pat Doney joins us live. Major rulings from the Supreme Court, including a decision on birthright citizenship. Can the President arbitrarily change the Constitution? With the 4th of July approaching, we run down a list of some of the best America-themed songs, from John Philip Sousa to Miley Cyrus. The city of Philadelphia unveils a new statue of its most famous boxer, and we're not talking about Rocky Balboa. Three major Supreme Court rulings today, but are there any surprises? Not really, says SMU Political Science professor Matt Wilson. Is the WNBA shooting itself in the foot with its treatment of Caitlin Clark? Shouldn't they be giving her a big thank you instead of a punch to the throat? When it comes to planes vs. drones, the planes' record remains unblemished. But for how much longer? For World Cup fans disappointed over their teams' performance, an emotional support taco might be just the thing

Does the WNBA hate Caitlin Clark??

Three major Supreme Court rulings today, but are there any surprises? Not really, says SMU Political Science professor Matt Wilson. Is the WNBA shooting itself in the foot with its treatment of Caitlin Clark? When it comes to planes vs. drones, the planes' record remains unblemished. But for how much longer?