Michael Schlesinger, Meteorologist/Reporter
It’s hard to keep up with Michael Schlesinger.
Quite often, you can find him fulfilling his meteorological duties on the weather desk, providing you with the most updated forecast.
Then again, he might appear on a newscast at a festival or promoting a community happening or new business in town. Michael’s worked in the news business for more than 25 years, and he believes the overall secret to success in the broadcast industry lies mainly with the viewer and being able to connect with whoever is watching.
Whether it’s warning the public of an approaching storm or eating bugs at the Wisconsin State Fair, know Michael has you in mind.
Michael also plays an integral part reporting on “CBS 58 Sunday Morning.” This program is unique to our community, and it allows a greater profile of what’s happening across southeast Wisconsin with longer-formatted stories.
If you have a special story idea for Michael, for this show or just in general, feel free to email him at mschlesinger@cbs58.com.
Articles by Michael Schlesinger
- MCSC Water Safety Expo on Wednesday steers us in the right direction when it comes to safe, summertime leisure
- Nature bonding & exploring are what you do at the Northern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest
- Sheboygan's Velvet Sheep Farms: A bed & breakfast down on the farm w/sheep and goats
- Wauwatosa East Chess Team on what it takes to become national champions
- Cool to start, warm to finish with some soaking rains in the middle
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (5/21)...Art Fairs & A Military Appreciation Concert
- Weekend forecast is split down the middle. Sunday better than Saturday.
- Running the right way. Upcoming workshops by Runfit MKE to help make it happen.
- Forget fall. Spring is just as fun, especially this weekend at Mequon's Barthel Fruit Farm
- 'Lunch & Learn' series on Farm Workers Movement in Wisconsin to be hosted at Milwaukee's Latino Arts
- Have a cow: Dairy farms use technology to connect with students
- The third week of May promises to be much cooler than the previous one
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (5/14)...Art Fairs & Harley Hog Blessings
- Getting back to "May reality" with the temperatures
- What a novel idea! West Bend's "Auburn Woods" showcases Wisconsin novelties in one large space
- Mount Mary University's cat walk gets a lot of use this Saturday with the annual CREO fashion show
- Walk for women's health and healing this Saturday at Havenwoods State Forest
- Champion dog breeder describes what it takes to win 'Best in Show'
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (5/7)...Derby Day fun, some community cleanup
- Spring planning and planting tip from Blain's Farm & Fleet
- MIAD Senior Exhibition shows off ingenuity of grads through smarts, 21st century technology
- May marks Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
- Starting off May on a quieter note but still a few rain chances this coming week
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (4/30)...Wine, Great Thrift Shopping, Beer
- Milwaukee Sketch Club celebrates 100 years of local artistry
- Transitioning back to cooler weather to start a new work week
- Saturday Spotlight (4/23)...Lots of earthy stuff to do this Earth Day weekend
- Mother Nature cranks up the heat for the weekend but not for long
- Harmony and health go hand in hand at Milluminati Private Gym & Wellness Studio in West Allis
- Looking for real spring weather? It's coming by the end of the week!
- Still the chill for the holiday weekend but a big warmup in sight
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (4/16)...Plenty of festive fun this Easter holiday weekend
- Brewers looking for one good person to keep track as a scoreboard operator, one of many jobs available
- You could be the inventor of Purple Door's newest ice cream flavor 🍦
- 2 Easter favorites -- candy and wine -- come together for a pairing event at Vino Third Ward
- Get cracking; it's time to make your plans for Easter Brunch
- Shop talk: BUILD program allows students to compete while building motorcycles
- Some spring in this forecast but still some chill too
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (4/9)...Spring Cleaning, Comic Books, & Wine
- Better weather, at least for a while, as we head into next week
- Germantown's 'Karthauser & Sons' ready for a budding business this spring
- Being prepared during severe weather can mean the difference between life and death
- 'Really eye opening to see the public get to know someone who's not like them': Sign language lessons at Puddler's Hall spread knowledge and empathy
- Another round of wet snow moves in Sunday night
- We average two inches of snow in April. We could see it the next few days.
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (4/2)...Pre-Easter Egg Hunt, Massive Rummage Sale, & High-Spirited Harley Fun
- "Bubble Boy The Musical" at Inspiration Studios in West Allis promises to be a burst of fun & song
- Physical & philanthropic come together at Shred415 East Side with fundraiser for Bucks Foundation
- Learn where your caffeine buzz comes from by taking a Stone Creek Coffee Factory tour
- 'The more birds you have, the happier people are': Volunteer builds dozens of bird houses for Shalom Wildlife Zoo
- A chilly start & end w/rain in the middle as we look ahead to this week's forecast
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (3/26)...Maple Syrup, Beer, & Quilts (in no particular order)
- The first weekend of spring feeling more like the previous season
- Delafield's Wheel & Sprocket 'pedals' its 'Wheel Talk! For Women by Women' program happening Wednesday evening
- A rich history lesson on Mexican culture, food and drink this Friday at Milwaukee's Zócalo Food Park
- A patchwork of a whole lot of fun, talent this weekend at the annual 'Mukwonago Crazy Quilters Quilt Show'
- Milwaukee designer impresses with 'Ratchet Luxury' at New York's Fashion Week Black
- Some Saturday slush on this last full day of winter then a brief warmup for spring
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight (3/19)...Wine, Gardening, & St. Patrick's Day Leftovers
- Milwaukee's Gypsy's Hope teaches Reiki, a hands on approach for giving & getting good vibes
- Spring season means things are hopping at Racine's River Bend Nature Center
- Greater flexibility is within reach at Mequon's 'StretchLab'
- 'It's such a welcoming sport': Milwaukee Beer Barons compete in International Gay Rugby League
- A quick changeover from snow to sun and some warmth too
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight...3/12 (Plenty of St. Patrick's Day Happenings)
- If you figure out this weather pattern, please let me know. It's all over the place.
- Morning Snow Wanes with More Snow to End the Week
- Late Afternoon Update: Winter Weather Advisory issued ahead of overnight snow
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight...3/5/22...Hockey & Wrestling Together, Few Art Shows
- 'Friends of The Domes' Adult Education Programs are a great tool to help blossom your love of nature
- Many get up early to indulge in Paczkis at National Bakery this Fat Tuesday
- The YMCA of Greater Waukesha County sees a big return of members as Covid restrictions ease
- New Cedarburg boutique offers outlet for artists with disabilities
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight...Bowling for Waukesha Parade Victims, Lakefront Brewery turns into a funny place
- Few opportunities for snow before we round out the week
- Late Afternoon Update: Expect travel headaches all day on this icy Tuesday in Southeast Wisconsin
- Forget the cake, celebrate Fred Usinger Day with a free brat
- Busy times ahead this week in the CBS 58 Ready Weather department
- Schlesinger's Saturday Spotlight: You might get "Winterfested" this weekend w/all the events happening