carole meekins is in the newsroom with a story new on live at 5... thanks courtny and shannon while it may seem like a great idea, neighbors nearby don't have much interest.. tonight. why the proposed beer garden is seeing a lot of push back.. that's coming up on live at 5... it's not just the post office and stores that are busy during the holiday season, but landfill and recyling centers. between now and the new year .. it's estimated americans one million tons of waste .. each week. experts would like everyone to make sure they're recycling.... "think about how you can encourage recycling when your guests come over. put out extra recycling bins in entertaining rooms...things like that..get your guests thinking about recycling as well."if you're not sure about an item...check with your area center.. wrapping paper is still not accepted by all recycling centers can one product really save you from er out if a new gadget actually does what it says, or if you're wasting your money ... many sleep-aids have pain medicine but zzzquil is different because

carole meekins is in the newsroom with a story new on live at 5... thanks steve and shannon you may have caught it already, or your loved ones have suffered through it.. tonight.. we ask local doctors on what'soing around, and how to beat it before the holidays. live at 5... we're all excited about the winter storm heading our way -- but here's a little bit of summerfest news to get you thinking warmer thoughts.the big gig announced tom petty and the heartbreakers will be joining the 50th anniversary party.petty will be headlining at the marcus amphitheater with special guest chris stapleton.tickets go on sale legendary packers wide receiver donald driver has been named as this year's emcee of the historic wisconsin athletic hall of fame induction ceremony.driver who was a inducted into the hall of fame this past year will host as another packers great and former teammate charles woodson is inducted this year.along with woodson... wisconsin badgers heisman trophy winner ron dayne and l-p-ga legend sherri steinhauer will be the packer win number three

carole meekins is in the newsroom with a story new on live at 5... thanks shannon and steve. wine exchanges are a popular trend amoung adults during christmas. but one scam is preying on people's passion you'll want to avoid.. that's coming up on live at 5... the holiday train is making a stop a few stops in the area tonight.at 4-45 the train will stop in wauwatosa.there's live music and everyone is encouraged to bring a non- perishable food donation. from there the train continues west to hartland... stopping there at 6-15... and then arriving in watertown at 7-45. tonight you can also enjoy christmas music, ever garden district tree lighting ceremony. it's taking place at 6-30 near 6th and norwich.along with music and treats... children will be able to sign ornaments and hang them on the tree.everyone is encouraged to come and join in the festivities. still ahead on live at four... the reason you'll be waiting longer to get your federal tax return this year.also ahead... how to avoid a hassle when using your credit card to buy 4 your money this afternoon.... here's a look n