Debbie Lazaga

Milwaukee

Traffic Anchor and Reporter at WTMJ-AM (Milwaukee, WI)

Traffic Anchor and Reporter for Newsradio 620 WTMJ (@620wtmj) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. **PLEASE NOTE TIMESTAMPS ON ALL POSTS FOR INFO ON LATEST INCIDENTS.**

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Severe Weather Week: What to do if caught in your vehicle

2 weeks ago | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

We’ve all been there – cruising down the road when suddenly the skies darken ominously, the wind picks up, and the rain starts coming down in sheets. Wisconsin weather can change in an instant, and being caught behind the wheel during severe conditions can be a bit freaky. So what’s the first thing we should do to stay safe when Mother Nature throws a curve ball?
Light and Balance: The Vernal Equinox Explained

1 month ago | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

So riddle me this, what happens twice a year? Some say you can balance an egg only on this day and was a big deal back in ancient history. Give up? It’s the equinox and today we’re celebrating the Vernal equinox and it’s the official kick off to spring in the northern hemisphere. Now, I know what some of you are thinking, “equi-what now?” Don’t worry, we’ll walk you through it. By “we”, I mean, I called in a little help. UWM Manfred Olsen Planetarium director, Dr. Jean Creighton.
Pi-e Day 2025: Pastry and Math Lovers, REJOICE!

1 month ago | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

Ladies and gentlemen, get ready to get your nerd on. Know what today is? It’s Pi Day. What’s that you say? Why, it’s March 14th. You know, 3/14. 3.14159265358979323846264…That’s right, it’s that Pi. We’ve learned it in school. We all know it’s a crazy number. But really, what is it? “Pi is the ratio of the circumference to the diameter of any circle. Circumference is Pi times the diameter,” says Teaching Associate Professor in the Mathematics department of Marquette University, Dr. Carl Mueller.
Drivers Ed with Debbie: Are dash cams really a "thing"?

1 month ago | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

Have you ever wished someone acting dangerously on the road would get caught right then and there? Well in this month’s Drivers Ed with Debbie, our own Debbie Lazaga takes a closer look at dash cams and how they can help level the playing field out on the roads. Ok, tell me if this has happened to you: you’re driving along, minding your own business, following all the traffic rules, like I KNOW you do… and BAM, some yahoo, comes up on the right SHOULDER and cuts you off to get ahead of you.
Drivers Ed with Debbie:

Jan 17, 2025 | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

Gone are the days of your drivers manual reading like stereo instructions! Now there’s a fresh new take on the material you need to know to get your drivers license. Debbie Lazaga has more in this month’s Drivers Ed with Debbie. If you’ll remember, back in the midst of the COVID lock down, the DMV changed up how people could get their driver licenses. Well, the process is back to the way it was before the pandemic. However, not everything is the same.
REAL ID starts in 2025

Jan 1, 2025 | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

It’s called a REAL ID and the Wisconsin DMV is reminding everyone that if you want to get on a plane, you’re going to need to make sure you have the right identification. These cards have the added star on the upper right corner. Though the enforcement doesn’t begin until May 7th, the DMV wants everyone to start getting ready to make the switch. And it’s more than just getting on a plane, you need this type of id to be able to get into a federal building or a military base too.
Drivers Ed with Debbie: How are your winter driving skills holding up?

Dec 19, 2024 | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

Wisconsin winters pose a challenge to everyone living in this great state, from the cold weather to the treacherous driving conditions. But, we all know how to drive in this, right? Do we though? We’ve all seen it, especially in the beginning of the season- spin-outs, fishtails and spinning tires. Wisconsinites pride themselves in being able to drive in sloppy weather, but from what I see, anecdotally at least, that is NOT the case.
Drivers Ed with Debbie: It's the deer rut. What should drivers look for?

Nov 27, 2024 | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

Love is in the air… for deer. The white tail deer population is preparing for a boost this spring, and drivers have to keep a careful eye out, especially in rural areas. The deer rut happens every year, at about the same time. State Deer Program Specialist for the DNR, Jeff Pritzl says, it’s Mother Nature’s way of ensuring a good number of fawns next spring. “By having all the fawns born at about the same time, they overwhelm the predators that may want to eat the fawns.
Diverging Diamond Interchange - A new way to connect to a freeway

Nov 22, 2024 | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

If you thought Round-Abouts and Zipper Merges were interesting, wait till you get a load of the NEW type of interchange. This month’s Drivers Ed with Debbie introduces you to the all-new Diverging Diamond Interchange. They may be a girl’s best friend, but coming soon, folks behind the wheel are going to need Diamond Interchange, and we’re not talking about bling. Whenever there’s talk about new traffic patterns, there’s bound to be a little push-back.
Before you hit the gas, with your ATV or UTV, let's talk safety

Oct 31, 2024 | wtmj.com | Debbie Lazaga

With the crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage, Wisconsin’s outdoors are a sight to behold. But before you hit the gas, with your ATV or UTV, let’s talk safety. In this month’s episode of Drivers Ed with Debbie, we take a look at how you can be extra safe when you hit the trails. It’s a beautiful fall day in Wisconsin, the sun is shining, the leaves are turning, and the off-road trails are calling. Time to break out the ATV or UTV.