Different ways to vote in Wisconsin and how your vote is protected. The past and future of Milwaukee County’s financial health. A calling to experience the emergence of periodical cicadas this summer.

Preventing the spread of invasive species in Geneva Lake. La Finca Coffee House, a family-owned coffee shop specializing in Mexican cuisine. What gives cream city brick its unique color.

A roundtable discussion with young Wisconsin voters on how they are feeling about the presidential election. An entomologist on the importance of insects.

We break down the report card for Wisconsin’s infrastructure. Capitol Notes explores just how tight the race for president is in Wisconsin. We speak with actor Henry Winkler. Plus, learn about the Black Cross Nurses.

Wisconsin prison officials restrict used book access for prisoners. Banding together to protect against climate change. The Moth Project - a music and visual performance coming to Wisconsin.

Milwaukee City Attorney Evan Goyke checks in six months into his term. Why leaves change color in fall. Previewing the Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival. A view of the harvest moon.

Milwaukee County District Attorney John Chisholm’s 17 years in office. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin home undergoes a million-dollar restoration. Forest Home Cemetery becomes a stage.

1989 legislation that requires schools to teach Native American history, culture and tribal sovereignty. A local voice actor featured in an Ojibwe dubbing of Star Wars: A New Hope. The significance of corn to the Oneida Nation.

A Latinx LGTBQ activist talks about her work in Milwaukee. A local surgeon researching treatment of pancreatic cancer. Old World Wisconsin’s Halloween events happening this month.

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson’s proposed 2025 budget. A Latinx LGTBQ activist talks about her work in the city. Milwaukee’s new initiative to tackle food waste. A dive into Milwaukee's bar scene.

Undecided Wisconsin voters speak about their concerns. Three generations of Latina organizers speak about uplifting their community. Advice to stay healthy. The Milwaukee Badgers, one of the first pro football teams.

Two election clerks on how they are preparing for the November election and combatting misinformation. We meet Wisconsin’s 77th Alice in Dairyland. MKE Outdoor Indoor Exchange's second-hand business model.

The history, landmarks and present-day revitalization along North Avenue. The Milwaukee County Budget, and one program facing an uncertain future.

How FAFSA delays have impacted local students. How Milwaukee’s population has changed and presidential election implications. The annual Milwaukee Comedy Festival is happening this week.

Interviews with U.S. Senate candidates Democrat Tammy Baldwin and Republican challenger Eric Hovde. We continue exploring North Avenue and its influence on the presidential election.

All Things Considered host Ari Shapiro on his work and storytelling. How North Avenue could sway the outcome of the presidential election. New local music in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.

An uptick in ATV and UTV deaths in Wisconsin and ways to prevent them. The Milwaukee Public Library’s Great Lakes Marine Collection. A trip to Horicon Marsh.

The updated COVID-19 vaccine and how to get it. How the Wisconsin Historical Society preserves political artifacts. A documentary that explores the wild wetlands outside Madison.

A report finds declining unemployment and rising wages despite inflation. SEIU's effort to get out the vote. “We Are Big Time”, a new graphic novel based on an all-Muslim girl's basketball team at a Milwaukee school.

What Milwaukee’s warmer-than-usual summer could mean for winter. A local voice actor featured in an Ojibwe dubbing of Star Wars: A New Hope. Plus, gardening season isn’t over yet!

A historic statue returns to Forest Home Cemetery. A reporter's quest to solve her cousin's 1978 murder. A public housing complex that challenges us to consider deeper meanings of "safety."

Sink holes in Lake Michigan. A historic statue of Milwaukee civil rights leader Vel Phillips. Milwaukee restaurant closures and what’s new in dining in the city.

An election system called ‘Final Five Voting’ and why some advocate for it. A Milwaukee muralist speaks about public art. Live at Lake Effect featuring classical guitarist René Izquierdo.

The King Center on Milwaukee’s near north side. U.S. monuments and their collectively skewed version of history. A World War II-era program that put pets on the front lines.

Hazelnuts as a solution to Wisconsin’s loss of dairy farms. Changes made to Milwaukee’s green infrastructure. WUWM Eric Von Fellow Nadya Kelly on what inspired her upcoming series "Reflections of Representation."

A tool that empowers Milwaukee renters. The Ho-Chunk Nation's newly developed Department of Agriculture. The scientific, cultural and personal connections we have with the moon.

We explore why unaddressed economic inequalities has led to support for Donald Trump. We tell you about an event that helps survivors of sexual trauma share their stories through art. We bring you our new series What Milwaukee Is Made Of. Plus, we tell you about a film about the National Negro Baseball League.

The new CEO of Milwaukee Film speaks on changes at the organization. How the Harris Campaign compares to Hillary Clinton’s 2016 run. A pay-what-you-can cafe in Milwaukee finds solutions to hunger and food waste.

How UW-Milwaukee is approaching campus protests as a new school year begins. “Gertie, the Darling Duck of WWII." Milwaukee music legend Al Jarreau and the park named after him.

A group of voters who lean Democratic discuss how they are feeling about this year’s presidential election. New ways that bird collisions are being prevented.

Misconceptions around human trafficking and how they can hinder prevention. The Milwaukee Short Film Festival is screening 55 films over two days. The politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

How to talk with kids about school shootings. How to identify signs of burnout and how to prevent it. What sitting all day does to our bodies. Dancing with seniors.

A group chat with young Milwaukeeans about mental health, safety and wisdom. The president of MIAD approaches ten years of leadership. What's in Milwaukee Recreation’s fall activity guide.

A collaboration helping young people get on-the-job conservation experience. Road America – a vintage racetrack that you can drive right here in Wisconsin. Live at Lake Effect featuring singer-songwriter Paul Thorn.

A Wisconsin judge who attended one of the first desegregated schools in the country. Milwaukee Road and how the company encouraged tourism out west. Explore the history of the real-life Mrs. Maisels.

Qe look at a new book called "Anti-Democratic." We learn about some of the dunes you can visit in and around Wisconsin. We tell you about a music teaching fellowship. Plus, we explore a new book full of fun facts and quirky stories about Milwaukee.

We explore whether America is ready to elect its first Black female president. We look at why Milwaukee’s population has declined since the pandemic. We go behind the scenes at the Milwaukee Public Museum and learn about a rare painting. Plus, we visit the Cherry Street Garden in Milwaukee.

We examine how Milwaukee schools are doing. We tell you about a lawsuit trying to stop the I-94 expansion project. We talk with historian John Gurda about his Milwaukee guide. Plus, hear memories from Milwaukee's Great Circus Parade.

Mayor Cavalier Johnson reflects on hosting the RNC and shares how he’s going to be involved in this week’s DNC. We’ll learn about the new Madeline Island Museum exhibit called “Passages.” Plus find out why there's been so many dragonflies along Lake Michigan’s shoreline.

We dive into the Milwaukee County budget. We learn about Sickle Cell Disease. We tell you about a mobile piece of artwork in Milwaukee. Plus, share some beach science.

Key results from yesterday’s primary election. WUWM’s Eric Von Fellowship from past and current fellowship recipients. Learn about bird banding alongside young, aspiring scientists.

Future of the large rotating powwow exhibit at the Milwaukee Public Museum. First-time Wisconsin fair experience. A canned Sangria company founded by Milwaukee mixologists.

Overview of tomorrow’s partisan primary election. Where things stand in the presidential race in Wisconsin. The Milwaukee police chief addresses fatal RNC shooting by out of state police officers. State park recommendations, including our very first to be founded.

What the constitutional amendments on the August primary ballot mean. The history of the EAA. The documentary “Butterfly in the Sky" tells the story of the TV series “Reading Rainbow.”

Looking ahead to the first Wisconsin election with new legislative district maps. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and what rights it guarantees. Canoe camping on the Wisconsin River.

Exploring rhetoric from the RNC. The Daily Show’s Ronny Chieng on why he loves Milwaukee and Wisconsin. Wisconsin's rebounding crane population. The latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.

Capitol Notes discusses RNC and Wisconsin politics. Wisconsin pastor once a militant anti-abortion activist, now far-right thought leader. RNC volunteer shares their experience from the convention. We dance with seniors.

The sights, sounds and conversations we saw inside the RNC so far. Reaction to the convention from the Wisconsin Democratic Party. What kind of sway a vice presidential pick can have on voters. The Republican Party’s founding in Wisconsin and how they’ve evolved.

A deadly police shooting a half-mile from the RNC perimeter. Visitors and vendors at "Convention Fest." How businesses in and around the security perimeter are doing. How monitoring waste water during the RNC could help prevent the spread of illness.

From inside the RNC: the first day inside the convention, and a protest outside. The Great Milwaukee Block Party, a “joyous rebellion” of the RNC. A conservative environmental group sponsoring the RNC.

From inside Panther Arena in Downtown Milwaukee: what the first day of the convention looks like. Milwaukee police chief on policing expectations. How this massive event is paid for.

Baird Center RNC preparations and the environment. Local artists feel they’ve been censored by Milwaukee art institutions. Historical moments from political conventions.

How local organizations support unhoused people during the RNC. An effort to recruit legal observers to attend and document RNC protests. MKE Outdoor Indoor Exchange's second-hand business model.

Business perspective from inside the Republican National Convention perimeter. A coalition planning to protest the RNC. "Group Chat" explores the influence of Milwaukee's Black elected leaders. Teachers incorporate Milwaukee history into their curriculum.

A group of conservative voters share how they’re feeling about this year’s presidential election. Capitol Notes breaks down what to expect at next week’s RNC. Plus, we tell you how Milwaukee Public Schools kids are going to help out during the RNC

We look at the projected economic impact of the RNC in Milwaukee. We learn how Milwaukee County Parks redesigned McKinley Beach to make it safer for swimmers. We look at how UW-Madison researchers are using mannequins to learn how to spot ticks. Plus, learn about Carroll University’s Animal Behavior Program.

Sen. Bernie Sanders shares the message he’s been delivering to Wisconsin voters. We explore the recent history of Wisconsin politics and its impact on representation in the state. Visit Milwaukee shares how they’re marketing the city ahead of the RNC. Plus, we learn about the science at the beach.

We learn what the purpose of a modern political convention is. We learn what Milwaukee’s tourism bureau is hoping to get out of hosting the RNC. We look at how pull tabs came to be a part of Wisconsin bar culture. Plus, hear new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We look at the rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. We speak with one of the co-founders of Milwaukee Record about how they’ll approach covering the RNC. We learn about the Guerrilla Gay Bar. Plus, tell you about the benefits of mocktails.

We explore some of the challenges of hiring and retaining corrections officers at Wisconsin prisons. We learn what’s being done to prioritize healing from trauma after an injury caused by violence. We look at some of the best summer dining destinations. Plus, Family Recipes shares a recipe for a traditional Polish holiday pastry.

A republican strategist shares how the GOP is courting Wisconsin. We tell you about a scholarship that helps Milwaukee students attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities. We look at the history of the Great Circus Parade in Milwaukee. Plus, bring you the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.

We learn how researchers are trying to improve diversity in clinical trials. We explore how environmental work can be done on the local level. We hear stories from local birders about their Spark Birds. Plus, we explore which Wisconsin parks are best to bring your dog to.

We look at the state’s gun laws. We look back on the 2020 presidential election. Local chefs react to this season of Top Chef. We share some state park recommendations and Bubbler Talk explores what happened to the Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear.

We learn about Eviction Free MKE, a program that helps people facing eviction. We look at the organization, Fathers Making Progress. We hear from the filmmaker of Markie in Milwaukee. Plus, we speak with one half of the alt-rock duo, They Might Be Giants.

we explore the issues Milwaukee Public Schools is facing. Plus, tell you about Milwaukee Film’s Pride Month programming happening this weekend.

We hear from Milwaukee’s Chairman of the Republican Party. We speak with someone from the National Museum of African American Music about Black Music Month. Wandering Wisconsin helps you plan a trip to Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center.

We learn about a musical group of Ukrainian soldiers. We explore how money has come to play a major role in shaping court races. We hear from some Milwaukee dads ahead of Father's Day. Plus, we learn why Lake Michigan appears to be different colors.

We examine survivorhood and the case against Chrystul Kizer. We hear reactions to the proposed relocation of the Line 5 Pipeline. We explore the history of Les Petites Bon-Bons.

We explore why Milwaukee’s population has declined since the pandemic. Then, we look at how Wisconsin’s restaurants and bars are recovering post-pandemic. We learn about a project to connect hundreds of miles of biking and walking trails in southeast Wisconsin.

We learn about Delta 8 products. We learn about Milwaukee County's Birth to 3 Program. We meet Milwaukee's first Artist is Residence. Plus, tell you about "Gust", a book for young readers that’s all about a wind turbine in Milwaukee.

We explore how our two party system has changed over time. We look ahead to this weekend's state Democratic convention. We learn about a literacy program helping Milwaukee Public Schools kids advance their reading skills. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the journey of a local historic cottage.

We learn about Milwaukee’s long history of drag performance. We talk with home repair TikTok-er Mercury Stardust. We learn about the millions of cicadas emerging from the ground in Wisconsin this summer. Plus, we tell you about the dangers of zombie trees.

We learn about the mong American Women’s Association's Queer Roots Space. We learn some local lesbian history. We tell you about a projec called House of History, which shares local Black LGBTQ+ history. Plus, we speak with the first openly transgender police officer in Wisconsin.

We bring the latest Capitol Notes. We meet a husband and wife who collaborate on creating children's books. We learn about the origins of Bubble Tea. Plus, hear new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We look at the impact of gerrymandering on polarization. Three Milwaukeeans explore Asian identity. We go behind the scenes at the Milwaukee Public Museum and learn about their collection of birds. Bubbler Talk looks into why there are sunken gardens in some Milwaukee medians.

We learn about Milwaukee Recreation’s summer programming and explore the legacy of Dorothy Enderis — one of the most influential leaders of Milwaukee Rec. We visit the Crossroads at Big Creek nature preserve in Door County. Plus, learn about Ko-Thi Dance Company.

We speak with local labor leader Jesus Salas about the roots and legacy of the farmworkers movement. We visit one local farm that’s putting waste to good use and take a trip to a community garden in Milwaukee that takes beauty seriously.

We learn about The Bridge Project. Then, we explore why environmental issues are so important to some voters. We look at what life is like for two Muslim artists in Milwaukee. Plus, we explore the roots of Wisconsin’s dairy industry.

We learn about problems the Social Development Commission is facing. We learn about women's heart health. We learn about the raptor program at the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center. Plus, explore a book called Secret Milwaukee.

How a shortage of primary care providers impacts both patients and doctors. Capitol Notes looks ahead to the Republican state political convention this weekend. This week’s Bubbler Talk explores engravings found along Brady Street in Milwaukee.

We learn about university investment funds and endowments. We learn about the millions of cicadas emerging from the ground this summer. Plus, speak with a world champion taxidermist.

We look at what’s happened so far during spring wildfire season. We learn about Aging Advocacy Day in Wisconsin. We learn about the Aquatics Ambassador program. We speak with the author of Milwaukee in Stone & Clay, a book about Milwaukee's geological architecture.

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley shares what he hopes to do in his second term in office. We learn what steps are being taken in Peshtigo, Wisconsin to mitigate PFAS in drinking water. Plus, we speak with one of the finalists from the dating reality show, Farmer Wants a Wife.

We learn about a new initiative to provide mental health services to members of the Milwaukee Fire Department. We visit one of Milwaukee’s longest standing Mexican bars, Camacho's. We speak with the co-writer of “The People’s Joker. ”Plus, tell you about a website and app that helps people find queer-owned businesses.

We look at what’s in the proposed budget for Milwaukee Public Schools. A poison expert and author talks about science literacy. We speak with the producer of a podcast that explores the impact of forever chemicals in Wisconsin. We learn about an invasive species that’s threatening Wisconsin’s trees.

We look at a new report that finds traffic deaths have gone up in Milwaukee County. Capitol Notes explores the political implications of the student protests. We learn about the 1886 Bay View Massacre. Plus, meet a 72-year-old woman about to graduate from UWM.

We learn how the long history of protesting at UW-Madison is being documented. We bring you a sneak peek of WUWM's new podcast Swing State of the Union. We learn about future plans for the large rotating powwow exhibit at the Milwaukee Public Museum. Plus, learn what happens when an animal at the Milwaukee County Zoo dies.

We explore how some Wisconities are advocating for workers rights. We learn about the anti-Chinese riots that took place in Milwaukee in the late 1800s. We learn how to do a proper tick check. Plus, tell you about a job listing that went viral last summer — that invites you to eat cheese for a living.

We introduce you to WUWM’s new podcast, Swing State of the Union. We explore the history of school choice. We get some tips on how to organize your home during spring cleaning. Plus, hear new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We learn about one Wisconsin hospital being recognized for its work improving maternal care for Black pregnant people. Our Books and Beyond series visits the Rare Books Room at Central Library. We learn about the programs offered through Milwaukee’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Plus, tell you about a car education blog called Mechanic Shop Femme.

Connecting young people of the Menominee Indian Tribe with nature. Film choices for the Milwaukee Film Festival from the Black Lens programmer. Walker’s Pint, the only lesbian bar in Wisconsin,

The status of the Milwaukee-area real estate market. A guide book for accessible walks in the city. The director and part subject of the documentary “Chasing Chasing Amy.”

Local lesbian history in honor of Lesbian Visibility Week. A new program donating birding backpacks to community centers. “Light Needs” - a film about plants. Live at Lake Effect featuring Milwaukee’s own Buffalo Nichols.

A Wisconsin professor from Ukraine shares his experiences since the 2022 Russian invasion. Capitol Notes catches up on the latest in Wisconsin state politics. The woman who helped organize the first Earth Day. The director of “Richland” discusses what remains of a small town built for the Manhattan Project.

We explore how political conventions have changed over time. We learn about stink bugs. We talk about some of the best hikes in Wisconsin. Plus, say farewell to the host of It’s Alright Ma, It’s Only Music, Bob Reitman.

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson reflects on his first term. New legislation requires Asian American and Hmong American history in Wisconsin schools. RuPaul’s Drag Race queen Lady Camden. Bill Tennessan speaks on his exhibition "Dynamic Range."

“No One Asked You,” a documentary about how humor is used to fight for abortion rights. A program that introduces high schoolers to agriculture, nutrition, and careers in science. The Wisconsin grilled cheese sandwich championship in Dodgeville.

The history of the now-shuttered Cardinal Stritch University. A new episode of Chirp Chat: why birds migrate. We speak with the director of "Shari & Lamb Chop,” which kicks off the Milwaukee Film Festival.

How avian flu is affecting dairy cows and the dairy industry. How to see the Northern Lights. A conversation with "Mechanic Shop Femme."

A new union representing Milwaukee’s service & hospitality workers. The latest Capitol Notes. Efforts to prevent flooding in the Milwaukee area. One of just two female master cheesemakers in the world is in Wisconsin.

A summit for men of color happening this weekend, and what organizers hope to accomplish. NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday host Ayesha Rascoe discusses the importance of HBCUs. A Lao barbeque restaurant, SapSap, moves away from brick and mortar.

We recap yesterday's election results. Act 12 and the idea of ‘home rule’ enshrined in Wisconsin’s constitution. A Brookfield senior is named this year’s Wisconsin Journalist of the Year. A first-of-its-kind Universal Park being built here in Milwaukee. Ko-Thi Dance Company continues its dedication to performing and teaching African music and dance.

What’s on your ballot for today's spring election. What it takes to put the Milwaukee Film Festival together. How purple vegetables are good for your garden and your health.

What is, and is not, allowed when voting in tomorrow’s election. Part 2 of WUWM's voter roundtable. New local music in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.

A voter roundtable discussing the upcoming presidential election. Resources to help you research your family history. Kodachrome Milwaukee: a book of mid-1900s Milwaukee images

History of Wisconsin’s Latino communities' connection to faith. The connection between science and the arts. Why the American Ornithological Society’s renamed some birds. How the city is combatting reckless driving through mobile art.

Tribal schools across the Great Lakes region test for safe drinking water. The Oscar-winning documentary short film “The Last Repair Shop.” Female artists who have influenced the women of WUWM.

What can be done with environmental policy on a local level. How millennials are impacting the healthcare system. “Food Journeys" explores how Milwaukeeans relate to the food system.

The upcoming solar eclipse: what to know and how to see it. “Utama" explores the impact of climate change for a couple in the Bolivian highlands. Milwaukee’s first-ever youth poet laureate.

Information on the Milwaukee Public Schools funding referendum. Water safety in Milwaukee. Milwaukee Public Museum packs up more than 4 million items. Planetarium laser shows.

What two statewide ballot measures for the spring election mean. The inaugural fellows at The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music’s Fellowship in Teaching Artistry. Milwaukee Magazine's new list of Milwaukee’s best restaurants. Live at Lake Effect, featuring "The Lemon Twigs."

What a city attorney does and hear from both candidates. Big adjustments made at this year’s American Birkebiner due to lack of snow. Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail.

Warming Wisconsin winters affect on leisure activities. Tamarack Waldorf School's efforts to get kids outside – rain, snow or shine. A fair housing marcher about the new markers commemorating the protests in Milwaukee.

A Fair Housing marcher speaks about new city landmarks commemorating those protests. How warming winters are impacting the wildlife in Lake Michigan. An outdoor fashion show to send off the winter season.

Update on conditions at Waupun Correctional Institution. One of the Commandos from the Fair Housing Marches speaks about historical markers finally commemorating the events. The impact warming winters may have on crane and tick populations.

How new Wisconsin voters can register for the April 2 election. Capitol Notes looks at a settlement over the fake electors scheme. The battle over daylight saving time.

We learn what the City Comptroller does. We learn about WUWM's upcoming series, Thin Ice: Wisconsin's Warming Winters. We speak with Laura Gutiérrez, the CEO of the United Community Center in Milwaukee.

How community partnerships could help Milwaukee County Parks maintain its infrastructure. How birding changes how your environment. WUWM’s Maayan Silver speaks with South Carolina political reporter Maayan Schechter.

A recent heart attack survivor speaks on heart disease presenting differently in women. A new book on Milwaukee’s geological architecture. Milwaukee’s first cheese factory after Clock Shadow Creamery closed.

Female, Jewish comedians who paved the way for women in comedy. The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa’s battles the Line 5 pipeline. Golda Meir and her Milwaukee influences. Marquette’s annual Dreamers Gala.

Milwaukeeans with Leap Day birthdays and anniversaries. Milwaukee’s Great Circus Parade and a new documentary that looks at its history. New local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

How Milwaukee’s traffic calming efforts have affected speeding. How a mild winter is impacting Wisconsin’s maple sugaring season. Tips on how to start birding in Milwaukee. Advice on how to start your own African American heritage garden.

An effort to get the Wisconsin Supreme Court to recognize the right to an abortion as part of the state constitution. The impact of generative AI. Felice Green honored for her work to revitalize Milwaukee’s Sherman Park neighborhood. Wandering Wisconsin helps you plan a trip to a former stagecage inn that was part of the Underground Railroad.

How students at UW-Milwaukee are being impacted by the cuts to DEI. Capitol Notes explains the Trump leadership PAC’s campaign finance scheme. We visit Component Brewing to learn about raising awareness about rare diseases. The Victory Garden Initiative garden blitz is back

The impact of Wisconsin’s new legislative voting maps. Margaret Cho celebrates 40 years as a standup comic. The first Black woman cantor who was born here in Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Athletic Club has hosted an annual Boxing Night for over a century.

We look at yesterday’s Primary Election results. Rare February tornadoes that touched down in Wisconsin this month. The legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers. Explore some of Wisconsin’s weirdest museums.

A politics writer about the Republican Party hopes to mend division. Former Bucks general manager Wayne Embry joins the show. Live at Lake Effect goes country with Lola Kirke.

Victory Garden Initiative in Milwaukee’s Harambee neighborhood. How one DACA recipient in Wausau is navigating her education. Milwaukee Public Library’s Black History Month Challenge. James Beard Award semi-finalists from Wisconsin.

How new air pollution standards can improve our health. How periods of extreme cold test Wisconsin’s social safety net. An inside look at the local FBI office. Milwaukee’s Ko-Thi Dance Company celebrates 55 years.

We learn about teen mental health in Wisconsin. We meet a Wisconsinite looking for love on FOX’s reality dating show, "Farmer Wants a Wife." We learn about honoring the earth as a resolution for the new year. People who found love on MCTS buses.

Why the Wisconsin legislature may be poised to pass Gov. Evers' proposed legislative maps. A program is helping low-income Metcalfe Park renters become homeowners. The history of the first all women of color military unit to serve in World War II.

How the Milwaukee Common Council works. Capital Notes explores the latest in the redistricting lawsuits. A new Harmabee Community Cafe that just opened. Hear some music from Carmen Nickerson.

Alderman Michael Murphy speaks about his 35-year tenure and decision to step down. Everything you need to know about voting in the upcoming elections. Great Lakes Water Innovation Engine works to maintain environmental health.

How candidates in Milwaukee can run for more than one office. How UWM is addressing racial and income-based graduation gaps. New developments in solar power. Milwaukee Magazine's Unity Awards are out.

The latest update on the fight over redistricting in Wisconsin. What will be on your primary ballot for February 20th. "Patterns of Meaning" blends art and industry at the Grohmann Museum. The history of Lake Ivanhoe. A discussion with the author of "Gust," a Lake Michigan wind turbine who wants to help.

WUWM’s approach to covering elections this year. How the Manfred Olson Planetarium at UWM is celebrating the Lunar New Year. Three books to read for Black History Month. A new take out restaurant in Bay View specializing in fried Asian food.

We learn about Black Cross Nurses. We look at an app that can help boost your Black history knowledge. We tell you about the documentary, American Reckoning. Plus, learn about the Bronzeville Histories Project.

How to prepare for extreme cold and winter storms that hit Wisconsin. Library resources for new year's resolutions. "Hundreds of Beavers" premiers tonight. Local music released at the beginning of this year.

Answers to community questions about redistricting in Wisconsin. The state of child care in Wisconsin. "HBCU Made," a book of essays written be HBCU alumni. “Xanadu" musical is in Milwaukee.

Wisconsin state politics regarding voting maps. A new documentary Al Capone’s connections to Wisconsin airs tonight. Latino Arts’ 11th annual Guitar Festival is happening this weekend.

Today's show is all about the housing and real estate market in Milwaukee.

We look at spending in Wisconsin prisons and how we compare to neighboring states. We speak with a Marquette professor about his new book that blends conservation with history. We learn about “Food Journeys,” a research project turned art exhibit that explores how Milwaukeeans relate to the food system.

New legislative voting maps have been submitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, so what happens next? A new book that uncovers the history of a little-known tile factory in South Milwaukee. We hear stories from the last solar eclipse in August 2017. Plus, the latest episode of our Live at Lake Effect music series features Milwaukee’s own Willy Porter.

The latest legal action with Wisconsin’s voting maps, the real estate market in Wauwatosa, the restored Wurlitzer Pipe Organ at the Oriental Theater, we visit a local sports card shop and hear music from a former Lake Effect theme song writer.

The environmental impact road salt has on our local waterways, racial disparities in accessing spaces like beaches and pools, an inside look at Flight for Life and ice safety tips.

We look at a bill that would make accessing police body camera footage more difficult. A new MIAD exhibition showcasing the people working to improve Milwaukee. We help you plan a trip to the Hot Air Affair.

The politics of statewide medical marijuana and latest on redistricting. “Happy Days” lasting impact on Milwaukee. Impact of the Green Book. The best local music that came out in 2023.

We look back at the Wisconsin Policy Forum’s top findings of 2023. We speak with actor Willem Dafoe about his Wisconsin roots and road to fame, and learn about a test to help Hmong people experiencing hearing loss.

Act 12 and the idea of ‘home rule’ enshrined in Wisconsin’s constitution. Local researchers are using music as a physical therapy tool. Influencer and blogger demystifies car care and maintenance. Sledding tips for speed, safety and gear.

We speak with an indigenous chef who opened modern, seasonal Ojibwe restaurant, two of Milwaukee’s foremost chefs about our restaurant scene, and learn about the viral recipe for the Italian grinder sandwich. We close by exploring the rising popularity of bubble tea.

Today on Lake Effect, we learn about an effort to get more kids into state-funded driver’s education courses. Then, we remember James Hall, former head of the Milwaukee NAACP. Plus, we tell you about changes to the Milwaukee restaurant scene and speak to one of just two female master cheesemakers in Wisconsin.

We tell you about the House of History, a project dedicated to sharing local Black LGBTQ+ history. We examine some artifacts left over from Milwaukee’s past mental health care facilities. We learn about the Black Cross Nurses. Plus, we tell you about Dr. Kate Newcomb, also known as the Angel on Snowshoes.

We talk with local labor leader, Jesus Salas about the roots of the farmworkers movement. We explore how Milwaukee became known as the Cream City. We look at the popularity and legality of pull tabs. We learn about Barbie's Wisconsin origin story. Plus, explore how to research historic properties and neighborhoods in Milwaukee.

We talk with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson about science, education and stargazing. Milwaukee native and actress Jane Kaczmarek talks about her return to the stage. Plus, we look at how Milwaukee celebrated the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.

We look at how antisemitism has evolved. We speak with a Milwaukee man living with ALS. We look at the impact of the end of the Paratransit Taxi service in Milwaukee. NPR host Scott Detrow talks about his approach to politics coverage.

We hear from the creator of Everywhere Is Queer. We speak with TikToker, the Trans Handy Ma'am. A NASA astrophysicist shares discoveries made by largely overlooked women. We visit Alice's Garden Urban Farm at the start of the growing season.

We look back on some of the big stories from 2023 – including the closure of Cardinal Stritch University. We also tell you about a hearing test created for Hmong people. Plus, visit the Karen Supermarket in Milwaukee.

We learn how holiday movies teach us to manage seasonal stress. We explore why fish are being turned into spies, and a new book of fun facts and quirky stories about Milwaukee. We close by hearing from the first female senior rabbi in a reform or conservative synagogue in the metro Milwaukee area.

We visit Artery Ink - a local company that uses art to raise awareness about health while building community. We look back on the Schuster’s Holiday Parade, and help you through a breathing exercise. We close with a tribute to Eilee Heikenen-Weiss, a Lake Effect producer who passed away in October.

We learn why there’s been a recent uptick in bird flu cases and how it affects poultry owners and consumers. Then, we learn about Kwanzaa importance's for Milwaukeeans. Next, we speak with local poet Bryon Cherry, and close with the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect featuring Daniel Rodriguez.

We look back on the big political stories from the year and look ahead to the 2024 election. Boswell Book Company joins us for our annual Books to Gift conversation. We check out some of the best, holiday bars in Milwaukee. Plus, we help you plan a winter ski trip.

We explore John Gurda’s Milwaukee, the latest book by the Milwaukee historian. Then we speak with local author Nghi Vo, one of this year’s additions to the Wisconsin Writers Wall of Fame. Plus, we meet the Milwaukee siblings who are finalists on the show Lego Masters, and learn about recent trends in romantic holiday movies.

We look at troubled conditions at Ascension Health in Milwaukee. Our annual Games to Gift conversation explores some of the best games of 2023. Plus, we’ll learn some of the best ways to reuse your Christmas tree, and how to make an Italian grinder sandwich.

We look back at 2023 with Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, and what’s ahead. Then, we talk about nebulas, learn how to make a French pastry and close with a surprise visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus.

We look at how Milwaukee could decide the 2024 election. Then, we learn about efforts to simplify the reentry process from prison. Plus, explore the history of the iconic Oscar Mayer Weinermobile and meet two of its drivers.

We learn about the anti-LGBTQ practices taking place at some Wisconsin voucher schools. Then, we hear from a same-sex couple about their journey to becoming parents. We explore the history of drag in Milwaukee. Plus, truth about Santa Claus.

We look at teacher pay in Wisconsin. We learn about the history of Milwaukee’s Enderis Park neighborhood. We learn how plea deals are used in Milwaukee County. We tell you about Barbie’s Wisconsin-roots. Plus, holiday events happening in Milwaukee.

We learn about potential changes to Milwaukee’s zoning process that the city says will help keep housing affordable. Then, we learn how you can cut down your own Christmas tree in a Wisconsin forest. We share some tools for how to cope with stress during the holidays. Plus, we explore the politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

We learn about the UW system’s new direct admission program. We look at a new lawsuit challenging Act 10 on a new edition of Capitol Notes. We tell you about Milwaukee’s Neighborhood Traffic Management Program. We explore a Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design event. Plus, we visit Redner’s Rescued Cat Figurine Mewseum.

We learn about the unusual respiratory illness in dogs that has veterinarians stumped. Then, we visit the Copper Crow Distillery in northern Wisconsin. We hear some new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup. Plus, a new edition of Bubbler Talk.

We explore some of the stereotypes around human trafficking that can prevent systemic change. Then, we head to Alice’s Garden to see what’s still growing in the garden. We explore a book full of old pictures of Milwaukee. Plus, we tell you about some fun things to do in Wisconsin that are a bit off the beaten path.

We learn about the effort to build the first Moss Universal Park in Milwaukee. Then, we look at how Milwaukee’s housing market has changed. We learn about the history of Cream City bricks. Plus, we learn about what’s changed in the non-alcoholic beverage market in the last few years.

We explore why deer collisions are so common this time of year. Then, we tell you about a Master Naturalist training program. We learn about a new food memoir that shares tales from growing up on the Menominee Indian Reservation. Plus, a new edition of Wandering Wisconsin.

Lake Effect's Joy Powers and Sam Woods explore conditions at the Waupun Correctional Institution, where lockdown conditions remain and prisoners say they’re continuing to suffer.

We explore what’s at stake in the redistricting case that’s coming before the state supreme court tomorrow. Then, we look at a podcast exploring how partisan politics is affecting communities across the nation. We look at a how climate change is impacting the midwest. Plus, we hear from a mermaid in Milwaukee.

Today on Lake Effect, we learn about Act 31. Then, we look at the impact the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is having on Milwaukee. We learn about the work the Milwaukee Centers for Independence does. Plus, new editions of Bubbler Talk and Sounds Like Milwaukee.

We learn about Black Cross Nurses and the work they’ve done. Then, we listen back to a conversation with Bishop Sedgwick Daniels, a religious leader in Milwaukee who passed away recently. We learn about research that’s working to preserve the state’s bat population. Plus, a new edition of Live at Lake Effect.

We learn about the impact budget deficits are having on the Wauwatosa School District. Then, we tell you about a cheese-tasting job and learn about the craft of cheesemaking from one of Wisconsin’s female master cheesemakers. Plus, five events you can check out this holiday season.

We talk with the judge who’s leading Milwaukee County’s Veterans Treatment Court. Then, we learn about some of the challenges women veterans face. We tell you about a book that’s all about a wind turbine in Milwaukee. Plus, new editions of Sounds Like Milwaukee and Bubbler Talk.

We tell you a program that’s trying to get more special education teachers in Milwaukee Public Schools. We tell you about a documentary that looks at the evolution of the Milwaukee Soldiers Home. We look at a new book that explores infertility. Plus, we learn about a rare comic book for sale in Milwaukee.

We tell you about a step taken in Milwaukee County to better protect the environment. Then, we share local efforts to spread suicide prevention awareness. We look at a new way young people are being taught about Milwaukee’s history. Plus, we learn about zombie trees.

A Milwaukee native shares her experience with mental health struggles and how she helps others. We hear one woman’s story of healing through nature at the Milwaukee Domes. We speak with a TikTok personality, Trans Handy Ma'am and look back at the time Oriental Drugs was open on Farwell and North in Milwaukee.

We speak with MATC president Vicki Martin about what she hopes her legacy is after a decade of leading the school. Then, we learn about some haunted parks and cemeteries in Milwaukee Plus, hear some new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We learn about the DNR’s plan for wolf management in the state and how people are reacting to it. We learn about the House of History, a project dedicated to sharing local Black LGBTQ+ history. We look at the science and psychology behind a free throw. We tell you about the Moon Festival celebration coming up in Milwaukee. Plus, Bubbler Talk looks into the legend of a haunted radio in a West Allis bar.

We explore why a Milwaukee County transportation service for people with disabilities ended last month. Then, we learn about Present Music’s upcoming performance. We break down the cultural significance of trashy films. Plus, dig into the history of Milwaukee’s Jones Island.

We look at how the DNR is balancing tribal traditions with science in its wolf management. Then, we hear from a Milwaukee judge who was part of the first generation of kids desegregating a southern school district. We learn how an augmented reality training tool can help people treat concussions. Plus, we look at Milwaukee’s history with Cream City brick.

We look at a report on how gerrymandering has historically been used for political gains. Then, a new edition of Capitol Notes. We also hear from one of Milwaukee’s female arborists and learn about First Stage’s new play “Dream, Quickie! Dream!”. Plus, we learn why pull tabs are popular in Wisconsin bars.

We learn how the humanities are helping incarcerated people in Wisconsin. We tell you about this year’s Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival. Then, we learn about a vegan Filipino-Mexican food truck. Plus, a new edition of Bubbler Talk and Sounds Like Milwaukee.

We explore the history of school choice programs. Then, we learn how UWM’s Manfred Olson Planetarium works. Plus, we tell you about scenic fall drives and a haunted trolley tour you can take this Halloween-season.

We hear from Wisconsinites who’ve lost loved ones in the Israel-Palestine conflict. Then, we explore a drop in public school enrollment since the COVID-19 pandemic. We also hear from two people who are helping Milwaukeeans connect. Plus, a new episode of Live at Lake Effect.

We learn about the legacy of the farmworkers movement. Then, we explore the terminology surrounding Hispanic and Latino communities. We also celebrate the 45th anniversary of El Rey grocery store. Plus, new episodes of Bubbler Talk and Sounds Like Milwaukee.

We speak with NPR host Scott Detrow about his approach to covering politics in Wisconsin. Then, we speak with comedian Paula Poundstone. We also explore identity with a Milwaukee Afro-Latina artist. Plus, a chef who’s been serving up new food at pop-ups in Milwaukee.

We learn how Flight for Life works to keep the community safe. Then, we look at restoration plans for one of Milwaukee’s industrial hotspots. We also learn about the making of the 1950 film “Summer Stock.” Plus, we share a new family recipe with you.

We learn about Sixteenth Street Health Centers' expansion project. Capitol Notes looks at what’s happening with the state elections commission. Then, we hear from two local journalists of color about the importance of representative storytelling. We also speak with an Afro-Latina about her experience growing up in Milwaukee.

We learn how people in Wisconsin are being trained for green jobs. We remember WUWM’s first general manager. We talk to a children's book author. Bubbler Talk looks into what happened to the animatronic bear orchestra at the former Grand Avenue Mall. Plus, Sounds Like Milwaukee.

We celebrate Milwaukee Central Library’s 125th anniversary. Then, we learn about Organic Valley and how they support organic farmers. We learn how to pair Latin dance with songs. Plus, hear from the filmmakers behind The League to learn about the legacy and impact of the Negro League.

We look at climate change solutions. We learn about the House of History. A Latin dance instructor helps us pair dances with songs. Plus, we learn about a program that provides musical instruments to young people.

Lake Effect's Sam Woods & Joy Powers explore conditions at the Milwaukee County Jail after several deaths there and Waupun Correctional Institute, which has been on lockdown for months.

We speak with an Afro-Latina about her experience coming to Milwaukee from Puerto Rico. Then, we speak with one of Wisconsin's female master cheesemakers. Plus, hear new, local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We learn about CCmás, a program educating Wisconsin’s Latino community on reproductive health and justice. We hear from a local comedian who is advocating for more women and women of color in standup. Plus, learn about a Milwaukee park renamed for legendary musician Al Jarreau.

We look at the plan to put millions of public dollars into the Brewers Stadium. We speak with the owners of Milwaukee dance studio, Delaware House. Plus, get some advice on how to preserve what came out of the garden this year.

We explore the impact of a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on wetlands protection. Capitol Notes looks at the GOP’s plan for funding the Brewers stadium and their efforts to keep the state’s gerrymandered maps in place. A NASA astrophysicist shares discoveries made by largely overlooked women. Plus, we bring you a new Sounds Like Milwaukee.

We continue our conversation about Milwaukee’s Martin Drive neighborhood. Then, look at the fight over the Wisconsin Supreme Court and how it could impact upcoming elections. We help you plan a trip to take in the best fall colors in Wisconsin. Plus, find out about Barbie’s Wisconsin roots.

We look at Milwaukee’s Martin Drive neighborhood and what’s made it one of the most racially diverse neighborhoods in the city. We hear from a group helping Milwaukee residents become naturalized citizens of the United States. We learn what’s new at Doors Open Milwaukee this weekend. Plus, hear music from Indie-psych rock band Night Moves in the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.

We look at the proposals for redesigning I-794. We learn about efforts to monitor and improve indoor air quality for children in Milwaukee. We hear from residents in one of Milwaukee’s most racially diverse neighborhoods. Plus, hear from people who atteneded the 10th annual Puerto Rican Fest in Milwaukee.

We learn how the Wisconsin Latinx History Collective is working to preserve stories from the community. We talk with the first female senior rabbi in a reform or conservative synagogue in the metro Milwaukee area. We look at a new study that shows a surprising health trend among millennials. We visit the Karen Supermarket and learn about Milwaukee Rohingya community. Plus, bring you a new Sounds Like Milwaukee.

We tell you about Walk Together Milwaukee. We explore some of the stereotypes around human trafficking. We learn about a group putting on surprise music shows around the city. Plus, tell you about a book of photographs from mid-century Milwaukee.

We learn about a project that aims to improve birth and postpartum outcomes for Black pregnant people. We learn about Golda Meir and how living in Milwaukee influenced her decades-long political career in Israel. We speak with the author of "Our Precious Corn." Plus, visit Milwaukee's Cherry Street Garden.

We learn how investors are affecting real estate in Milwaukee. We explore efforts by Republicans to impeach state supreme court Justice Janet Protasiwicz. We tell you about the next steps for coming up with a long term plan for the Domes. A Milwaukee doctor shares his memories from 9/11. Plus, we bring you a new Sounds Like Milwaukee.

We look at the rising popularity of socialist policies. We speak with the director of public space initiatives for Downtown Milwaukee about the growth of public art in the city. We share some of the many events happening this month in Milwaukee. Plus, speak with one of the filmmakers behind the documentary "The Flagmaker."

We hear from the first openly transgender police officer in Wisconsin. We talk to the founder of the Milwaukee Short Film Festival. We learn about the viral Italian grinder sandwich recipe. Plus, hear new local music in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We hear one woman’s story of healing through nature at the Milwaukee Domes. Plus, learn what's in the greenhouses at the Domes. We learn about Wisconsin's folk schools. Plus, Milwaukee singer-songwriter Hayward Williams stops by the performance studio.

We tell you about a training program for healthcare providers. We learn about opioid overdose drugs becoming more widely available. A Wisconsin farmer shares his hopes for future farmers in the state. We highlight Milwaukee’s art scene. Plus, learn about the QWERTY keyboard.

We tell you about a new childcare and co-working space for parents in Milwaukee. We look at a new memoir about a family’s journey through mental illness in an era of silence. We tell you about Dr. Kate Newcomb. Plus, tell you about some outdoor dining options in Milwaukee.

We hear from a Black farmer in Mequon about the land access challenges facing young farmers of color. Our Monthly with Mosley conversation explores the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers, our Nation’s first park rangers. We dig into archives from the Milwaukee Road, plus learn about new restaurants in Milwaukee - and some old favorites that have recently closed.

We explore some of the controversies surrounding Wisconsin’s top election official. Then, learn about Flock Safety cameras, and how police are using them to surveil communities. We look at Milwaukee County’s Birth to 3 Program. Plus, Dig In! explores the bounty of this harvest season.

We explore why Wisconsin is so important in the upcoming 2024 election. We check in with the Milwaukee County Transit System on how the new Bus Rapid Transit line is going. Plus, tell you about the Eau Claire Sculpture Tour.

We examine the police-community relationship in Kenosha. We speak with voters as many eyes fall on Wisconsin for the first Republican primary debate. We speak with a local anti-war advocate. Plus, explore some of Wisconsin’s caves.

We hear from Milwaukee hip hop and rap artists as they celebrate 50 years of the art form. Then, we learn about Milwaukee’s largest hip hop collection. Plus, hear music from Milwaukee’s own sister duo REYNA in the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.

We explore why teacher turnover has been on the rise in Wisconsin. Then, we remember the life of Native American leader Ada Deer. We learn about the ongoing legal battles between the Oneida Nation and a small Wisconsin community. Plus, tell you about a Milwaukee zoo escape that inspired a novel.

We look at rising crime rates and declining arrests in Milwaukee County. We learn about efforts to simplify the reentry process from prison. Plus, explore a project that’s documenting the experiences of some of the first Chinese Americans to come to Milwaukee.

We learn why undocumented farmworkers aren't able to get driver’s licenses and the impact it has on their lives. Then, we learn about Ballroom culture and what it means for LGBTQ+ people of color. Plus, we tell you about a new immersive exhibition called Deep Lake Future.

We tell you about the Milwaukee Community Land Trust. We learn how the Milwaukee Public Library system is doing. We visit a new passage being created to help fish move upstream in the Milwaukee River. Plus, we tell you about the first Black female cantor from Milwaukee.

We explore advances in artificial intelligence and the potential benefits and drawbacks. Then, we look at a new redistricting lawsuit in front of the state supreme court. We tell you about "The Meeting", a play in this year’s Milwaukee Black Theatre Festival. Plus, learn about the work that's done at the National Weather Service in Sullivan, Wisconsin.

We learn about the swift changes that took place on the state supreme court. We look at the barriers facing students who receive scholarships to MATC. We meet the captain of UW-Milwaukee’s research vessel. Plus, tell you about a new plan that will guide downtown development for the next two decades.

We explore our state history like how Chicago almost became a part of Wisconsin. We look at what life was like during the prohibition era in Milwaukee. We learn about the first Black person to win an Academy Award and their connection to Milwaukee. We learn about the lasting impact of the Green Book and some historic Black history sites in Wisconsin. Plus share some Wisconsin dining destinations.

We learn about heat islands in Milwaukee and the solutions communities are working on. We explore how extreme heat impacts vulnerable Milwaukeeans. We look at what Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail has to offer hikers and backpackers. Plus, explore the Milwaukee County Parks trail system.

Capitol Notes breaks down the big political news in Wisconsin. Then, Milwaukee musician Brett Newski shares why it's important to be honest about mental health outside of his songwriting. Plus, hear some new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.

UW-Oshkosh offers college classes in hundreds of high schools. We'll hear from the chancellor to learn about their dual enrollment program. We continue our conversation with the team behind the Milwaukee Public Library’s viral videos on TikTok and Instagram. Then ahead of Bronzeville week, we learn about the future and the history of this Milwaukee neighborhood. Astronomy contributor Jean Creighton join us to talk about summer stargazing, plus Bubbler Talk explores how to research historic properties and neighborhoods in Milwaukee.

Explore the Lake Guardian, the EPA’s floating laboratory on the Great Lakes. Then, from Victorians to viral trends, we examine the negative impacts of diet culture. We learn about Black Arts MKE festival, headed to the Summerfest Grounds this weekend. Plus, meet the team behind the Milwaukee Public Library’s viral videos on TikTok and Instagram.

Learn about what it means to be a volunteer Ombudsman in Wisconsin, plus examine the impact of ageism and how to reshape our own perceptions of aging. The Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service shares five things to do in the city during August, plus we'll head to Sun Prairie to learn about Odyssea Sangria - a company founded by Milwaukee mixologists.

We look at the lasting impact of the air quality issues we’ve had in Milwaukee this summer. We learn about the history of the Great Circus Parade in Milwaukee and explore how that history lives on at the Circus World Museum in Baraboo. We visit Latino-owned gym, Viva La Fitness. Plus Bubbler Talk explores the first comic book store in Milwaukee.

We speak with the queer justice director at the Hmong American Women’s Association. We learn how a local organization led the way for a major, medical breakthrough for bone marrow transplants. We speak with a custom shoe designer and the official DJ for the Milwaukee Bucks. Plus, we talk about hiking in Wisconsin.

We continue our conversation with a group of Black transgender women about safety and how they are portrayed in the media. We hear from parents of children with dyslexia about a bill passed last week that changes reading instruction. We meet a Diversity in Conservation intern. We learn about the Fondy Farm Feast. Plus, learn about the origins and growing popularity of Bubble Tea.

We speak with a group of Black transgender women about the impact violence against transgender people has on their lives. Then, we look at how a lack of affordable housing is affecting Waukesha County. We learn about a new app called Maternity Metrix, a perinatal pocket guide. Plus, look at some fun things to do in Wisconsin that are a bit off the beaten path.

We learn how a local organization is working to make Milwaukee a place where Hispanic people can thrive. We also learn about Latino Conservation Week. We tell you about a new book called Kodachrome Milwaukee. We tell you about a four day music festival in Appleton called the Mile of Music. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the many colors of Lake Michigan.

We tell you about a new FAFSA requirement at Milwaukee Public Schools. Then, we learn about new housing opportunities for LGBTQ+ youth. We tell you about a new statue memorializing Vel Phillips at the Wisconsin State Capitol. Plus, learn about efforts to recognize and memorialize players from the Negro Baseball League.

We look at the case involving Chrystul Kizer who is imprisoned for killing her abuser. We speak with the author of the book “Owner of a Lonely Heart.” We learn about an art installation at the Lynden Sculpture Garden. Plus, hear music from Rhett Miller in the latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.

We learn how redesigning streets could improve road safety in Milwaukee. Capitol Notes looks at the impact of Milwaukee's sales tax increase. We learn about plans for the Wisconsin Historical Society’s new history center. Plus, we tell you about the Rare Books Room at the Central Library in our Book of the Month series.

We look at the push to ban TikTok. We speak with a local embryologist who recently retired. We look at the parks Fredrick Law Olmsted designed in Milwaukee. We look at the origin story of the Experimental Aircraft Association in Wisconsin and bring you Bubbler Talk.

We look at the impact of climate change on the Great Lakes. We visit the Crave Brothers Farmstead and tell you about a special kind of Japanese beef that’s being raised in Wisconsin. Plus, share a guide to visiting the Northwoods this summer.

Today on Lake Effect, we focus on mental health.

We learn about low-wage jobs in Milwaukee and what they mean for the people working them. We hear from a formerly incarcerated man. We hear from an Indigenous chef who recently opened a restaurant in Wisconsin. Plus, learn about the history of Wisconsin pull tabs.

We look at a new study that found Millennials are experiencing chronic health conditions at a significant rate. We explore what sitting all day does to our bodies. Then, learn about the history of Dungeons & Dragons. We learn the real story behind Wisconsin’s dueling brands: Fleet Farm and Farm & Fleet. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the Milwaukee harbors' fog horn.

We look at a new study that found Millennials are experiencing chronic health conditions at a significant rate. We explore what sitting all day does to our bodies. Then, learn about the history of Dungeons & Dragons. We learn the real story behind Wisconsin’s dueling brands: Fleet Farm and Farm & Fleet. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the Milwaukee harbors' fog horn.

One year out from the decision, today on Lake Effect we’re looking at the impact overturning Roe vs. Wade has had in Wisconsin.

In a special Pride Month edition of the show, we break down why LGBTQ people are more likely to be incarcerated. Then, we look at some of the health care needs for LGBTQ people and the barriers to accessing care. We hear from two LGBTQ farmers. Plus, learn about the Progress Pride flag.

We learn about the anti-LGBTQ practices taking place at some Wisconsin voucher schools. We learn about gay conversion therapy and how banning the practice can help LGBTQ youth. We hear from a same-sex couple about their journey to becoming parents. Plus, tell you about the progress pride flag.

We learn about a new social work program at Alverno College. We explore the struggles Black Americans have had accessing the G.I. Bill benefits. We hear from Milwaukee historian John Gurda about his experience homesteading. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the history of Mitchell Street businesses.

We hear from people celebrating at Monday’s Juneteenth festival. We visit Walker’s Pint, the only lesbian bar in Wisconsin. We'll share a trip recommendation all about cheese in this month's Wandering Wisconsin. We tell you about a celebration of the keyboard happening in Milwaukee.

We look at the work being done to restore the historic Trinity Lutheran Church. We speak with the local TikToker known as the Trans Handy Ma’am. We learn about the Midwest surfing scene from the owner of the Lake Effect Surf Shop in Shorewood. Plus, bring you the first episode of our new music series Live at Lake Effect.

We share the history of Juneteenth and look at how Milwaukee celebrates. Capitol Notes digs into the politics behind calls to reappoint the state’s top election official. We speak with a local boxer and hear some new local Music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We look at how the closure of Cardinal Stritch University is impacting undocumented students. We learn about the second season of the Be Seen podcast, which looks at Milwaukee's LGBTQ history. Plus, we listen back to a Bubbler Talk that looks into a mysterious bridge to nowhere in the woods in Milwaukee.

We explore the relationship some people of color have with the American flag. We learn about Milwaukee’s long history of drag performance. Plus, speak with Top Note Tonic founders about awards they received for their craft cocktail mixers.

We learn how drought conditions are affecting the Milwaukee area. We tell you about the Milwaukee Climate and Equity Plan. Plus, we'll introduce you to our new series Live at Lake Effect.

We tell you about Everywhere Is Queer, a world-wide map showing where you can find queer-owned businesses. We learn about an app that highlights Milwaukee’s LGBTQ history through walking tours. We look at some of the best summer dining options Milwaukee has to offer. Plus, talk to a Milwaukee-native about his new book of poetry, "Come Kingdom."

We hear one Milwaukeean’s experience living with ALS, and learn about an effort to help diagnose it more quickly. We tell you about the new documentary, “Wisconsin Pride,” which dives into our state’s LGBTQ+ history. We look at the transformation that took place at Three Bridges Park over the past ten years. Plus, Bubbler Talk has the story of a Milwaukee sign maker and the mystery behind one of his signs.

We learn about the case of Corey Stingley who was killed after being held down by customers at a corner store. We share some ways to make your lawn friendly to birds and pollinators. We learn how architect Frank Lloyd Wright was inspired by his home state of Wisconsin. We tell you about the work the National Weather Service in Sullivan, WI does and we meet a Milwaukee cricket league.

We learn about the anti-LGBTQ practices taking place at some Wisconsin voucher schools. Then, we learn about the Wisconsin Bike Federation’s push for more bike-friendly communities. We learn about Odyssea Sangria, a canned Sangria company founded by Milwaukee mixologists. Plus, we look at the history of Landmark Lanes.

We look at the history of the DACA program and the ongoing legal battles surrounding it. Capitol Notes digs into the partisan discord over the state's capital budget and looks into what's next for the GOP-controlled Joint Committee on Finance. We learn about the longstanding challenges that are preventing cities like Milwaukee from becoming more bike friendly. Plus, look at some of the best parks and trails you can take your dog along with you on a summer hike.

We look at the legal battle surrounding mifepristone. We learn about a test created to help Hmong people who are experiencing hearing loss. We speak with the co-founder of the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin. We get some book recommendations to celebrate Pride in our Book of the Month series. Plus, learn about the origins of Milwaukee's Sherman Phoenix.

We learn about Milwaukee County's Birth to 3 Program. We speak with the author of a new book , "Our Precious Corn." We learn about some of the hidden gems in the Milwaukee County Parks trails system. Plus, we hear new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We learn about the redesign of Milwaukee County's mental health services. Then, we learn about Tikkun Ha-Ir, a Milwaukee organization that’s upholding Jewish principles and supporting others. We head to Alice’s Garden Urban Farm, a unique oasis in the city that cultivates plants and community. Plus, we learn about the Wisconsin-origins of the Oscar Mayer Weiner Song.

We look at the final plans unveiled about the Milwaukee Public Museum’s new home. We speak with the organizer of the annual Heal the Hood block party. We learn about the new film "Night of the Living Harvest." Plus, we learn about the growing popularity of Bubble Tea and explore its origins.

We learn about the power of interfaith dialogue and look at an example of it here in Milwaukee. We hear from an Indigenous chef a restaurant in Wisconsin. We speak with two chefs featured in VISIT Milwaukee’s new series, 'Good Things Brewing.' Plus, we tell you about the Karen Supermarket which serves Milwaukee's Myanmar refugees.

We look at the proposed Milwaukee Public Schools budget. Then, we hear from the new dean of UW-Milwaukee's School of Freshwater Sciences. We hear from customers and staff at El Rey grocery store as they celebrate 45 years in Milwaukee. Plus, learn about the viral recipe for the Italian grinder sandwich.

We learn about an omnibus act in congress that addresses some of the root causes of maternal mortality. We look at the latest developments in the battle over the shared revenue plan. We tell you about Milwaukee’s Neighborhood Traffic Management Program. Plus, we explore what makes a bad movie – good in a conversation about trash cinema.

Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski & WUWM education reporter Emily Files speak with faculty, including Stritch University President Dr. Dan Scholz, and students about the upcoming closure of the university.

We learn about an effort to get fast, affordable internet to everyone in Milwaukee. We learn about the harm conversion therapy can cause to LGBTQ youth. We tell you why more bears are being spotted in southern Wisconsin. Plus, we explore how a local farm is putting their waste to good use.

We look at a program that helps kids and families dealing with violence. We explore the changes taking affect now that the federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency has ended. We look at a project that explores deindustrialization in Milwaukee. Plus, tell you what restaurants are opening and closing in the Milwaukee-area.

We look at how low pay for public defenders and district attorneys is leading to a backlog of court cases in Wisconsin. We speak with sociologist Matthew Desmond about his book "Poverty, By America." A nature photographer talks about the balancing act of enjoying our natural areas while protecting them. Plus, we learn about World Premiere Wisconsin, a statewide theater festival.

We look at proposed changes to Wisconsin’s Shared Revenue Program. A community member speaks out after a Wausau teacher accused of using a racial slur keeps his job. We help you plan a trip to see the waterfalls in Marinette County. Plus, learn about actor, athlete and activist Paul Robeson’s roots in Milwaukee.

We explore the new season of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Unsolved podcast which looks at the disappearance of Alexis Patterson. The president of the Wisconsin Center explains the controversy over a beloved literary art installation. We tell you about an effort to save Wisconsin’s songbirds. Plus, explore the politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

We explore how to talk with kids about school shootings. We learn about efforts to better educate people about Sikhism. We tell you about a tool that trains physicians how to better break difficult news to patients. Plus, tell you about the large swarms midges you may be seeing at the lakefront.

We learn about a lawsuit challenging the state’s 1849 abortion ban and the potential outcomes. Capitol Notes explores the proposed changes to shared revenue. We tell you about a major project happening this summer to clean up Milwaukee’s waterways. Plus, learn about Women’s Entrepreneurship Week happening in Milwaukee.

A higher education data expert explores the closure of Cardinal Stritch University. We learn about the Asian Heritage Dinner happening this weekend. Actress Jane Kaczmarek talks about her return to the stage in Milwaukee. Plus, we tell you about an upcoming exhibit "Women & Water."

We explore the African American Roundtable’s participatory budget process. We speak with the director and subject of the documentary “We Are Not Ghouls." We learn why a local doctor lets his patients paint his hair bright green. We tell you about five things happening in Milwaukee this month. Plus, tell the story of a mother duck that captured the hearts of Milwaukeeans during World War II.

We explore the events that led to the Bay View Massacre. We speak with the founder of Canndigenous, the first Native-owned hemp & CBD company in Wisconsin. We speak with musician and author Michelle Zauner about her book, "Crying in H Mart." Plus, we learn about some wine words with the author of the book, "Vino Lingo."

We celebrate the start of AAPI Month with a look at why the cultural celebration takes place in May. We look at the history of the Hmong American Friendship Association and get a reading recommendation for AAPI Month. We speak with the director of the film "Trying." Plus, hear some new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.

A Cardinal Stritch University professor shares their reaction to the school’s closure. We learn about Voces de la Frontera’s May Day march. We tell you about conservation efforts at the Kickapoo Valley Reserve. We look at Black Restaurant Week in Milwaukee. Plus, learn why Hattie McDaniel, the first Black person to win an Academy Award, credits Milwaukee for her success.

We hear from Mayor Cavalier Johnson on his plans to make Milwaukee’s streets safer for pedestrians. To honor the passing of activist Harry Belafonte, we listen back to a conversation about the week he hosted “The Tonight Show.” We talk to the authors of a new book on the success story of the Fox River cleanup. Plus, explore some old wives tales on how to better your garden.

We look at Republican proposals to reform the state's welfare programs. We hear from bus riders about the changes that are being implemented. We tell you about the Hope Shining Blue event that recognizes sexual and domestic abuse survivors and advocates. Plus, we speak with a Wisconsin-born author about her new book.

We learn about the impact of untested rape kits. Capitol Notes looks at efforts to legalize medical marijuana and other legislation. We hear from an international student who attends Cardinal Stritch University who recently found out the school is closing. Plus, listen back to a conversation Wisconsin’s State Archaeologist who passed away.

We learn about the investigation into the death of domestic violence victim Bobbie Lou Schoeffling. We tell you about the Land Restoration School in our Earth Week series. We look at what Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail has to offer. Plus, tell you what you can see in the night sky during spring.

We explore the misconceptions around human trafficking. In our Earth Week series, we learn about the legacy of Aldo Leopold. We hear from the owner of Discourse Coffee about his new book of coffee recipes. Plus, we learn about Redner’s Rescued Cat Figurine Mewseum.

We learn about an effort to get more women police officers across Wisconsin. We hear an Indigenous person’s perspective on land and water conservation. We meet the first Black woman to own a spin studio in Milwaukee. Plus, tell you about the opening night film at the Milwaukee Film Festival.

We kick off our Earth Week series on the impact of declining biodiversity. Capitol Notes examines the new Republican bills on guns and welfare work requirements in Wisconsin. We tell you about the work of the National Weather Service here in Milwaukee. We tell you why you might be seeing more stink bugs around. Plus, learn about some of the hidden gems in the Milwaukee County Parks system of trails.

We learn about the literary art exhibition that was removed from the Wisconsin Center. A Milwaukee creative shares her experience after losing her mother to suicide. We tell you about some events happening around Milwaukee Day. We tell you about Meat on the Street moving into the Milwaukee Public Museum. Plus, share a piece of Bronzeville's history.

We tell you how people will be able to access life-saving NARCAN more easily later this summer. Then, tell you about the work a Madison organization is doing to provide reading material to incarcerated LGBTQ+ people. We look at how class-action lawsuits can hold companies accountable. Plus, learn about a new exhibition at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee that shows art once confiscated by the Nazi Regime.

We look at what the results of the April election will mean for Wisconsinites. NPR’s Syliva Poggioli shares what kept her working in public radio for over 40 years. We learn about a local man who changed the auto racing game. We learn about the recovery of the peregrine falcon population in Wisconsin. Plus, speak with the last commercial fisherman on Washington Island in Door County.

We learn what services and resources are available for children’s mental health care in the Milwaukee-area. Capitol Notes looks at how politics in the state could change after last week's election. We chat with a Wisconsin-based baseball scorebook company. Plus, we look at how UW-Milwaukee is creating an archive of local women and non-binary artists.

We look at the funding issues facing the Milwaukee County Transit System. We hear from the brother and father of Julian Assange. We look at what a tuition hike in the UW System will mean for students. Plus, a local man who was incarcerated as a teenager shares what challenges he’s faced since his release.

We unpack the results of yesterday’s election. Then, tell you about a new series about Milwaukee called “Good Things Brewing.” We learn about the Video Game History Foundation. Plus, hear some new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We learn about low-wage workers in Milwaukee. We look at what climate change means for the Great Lakes region. We learn about queer quilting workshops at MIAD. Plus, look at some of the history and traditions around Wisconsin food and drink staples.

We learn about an effort to get Wisconsin’s Native people to the polls. Capitol Notes takes a final look at how the state supreme court race is stacking up ahead of the election. We look at what Opening Day means for Milwaukee baseball fans. We learn about some of the hidden gems in the Milwaukee County Parks system of trails. Plus, get a poetry book recommendation for National Poetry Month.

We hear from both of the candidates vying for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Then, we learn about some of the referendums on the ballot in next week’s election. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the history of the Grohmann Museum in downtown Milwaukee and we learn about the statues that line the top of the building.

We look at some of the big decisions made in recent history by the State Supreme Court and what’s in store for the court after next week’s election. We hear from both candidates looking to fill Wisconsin’s 8th Senate District seat. Plus, look at what’s still unknown about long COVID.

We learn how federal financial aid is being restored for people who are incarcerated and want to pursue a college education. We learn about some of the challenges female veterans face. NPR White House Correspondent Tamara Keith discusses Wisconsin politics. Plus, we tell you about voter mobilization efforts on dating apps.

We speak with a sociologist about his new book on poverty. Capitol Notes explores what happens next for the Secretary of State position and the governor's capital budget proposal. We learn about the Hmong American Friendship Association. Plus, tell you about some new plants you could try in your garden this year.

Milwaukee County's looming fiscal cliff. A group of working parents share challenges they face and how things have changed since the pandemic. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores what live albums have been recorded at Milwaukee venues.

We hear from two groups working to mobilize Black voters in Wisconsin ahead of the April election. We look at how the pandemic impacted parents and changed their expectations around work. We speak with the Hmong American Women's Association. Plus, meet Wisconsin’s Journalist of the Year.

We hear one person’s experience in the aftermath of a loved one’s suicide. Capitol Notes explores what could happen after Wisconsin's Secretary of State resigned. We look at the politics in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Plus, tell you about NPR’s Student Podcast Challenge.

We tell you about a proposal to make some improvements to Wisconsin's biking trails. We learn about the Justice Fellows Policy Program for formerly incarcerated people. We help you plan a trip to Cave of the Mounds in Wandering Wisconsin. We learn about the first Irish people to come to Milwaukee. Bubbler Talk explores a mysterious set of numbers and dates inlaid in the sidewalk outside of the Mitchell Park Domes.

We learn about the benefits of using an electric stove over a gas one for cooking. We learn why the LGBTQ+ community is disproportionately affected by a shortage of in-home care workers. We speak with the owner of Lazy Susan about her decision to close the restaurant. We learn how pull tabs ended up in so many Wisconsin bars. Plus, learn about the Pink Boots Society.

We speak with the creator of the Woke Wednesdays 414 Instagram account. We look at some of the notable women buried in Milwaukee's Forest Home Cemetery. Then, learn about the first Black woman cantor who was born here in Milwaukee. Plus, we learn about the life and death of Milwaukeean Mildred Fish-Harnack who formed a resistance group against the Nazi regime.

We explore how overturning Roe vs. Wade is making it harder to attract physicians to Wisconsin. We bring you the latest on Wisconsin politics in Capitol Notes. We hear about the battle over daylight saving time in Wisconsin. Plus, tell you about a children's bookstore called Rooted MKE.

We learn about an investigation that followed the death of an 8-year-old immigrant boy on a Wisconsin farm. Then, we meet the new director of Port Milwaukee. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores how a dragon ended up on the North Point Water Tower in the 1980s.

We learn what a mental health walk-in clinic for children has seen in its first year in Milwaukee. We hear from the outgoing chancellor at UW-Parkside. We look at the impact of agism and how to reshape our own perceptions of aging. Plus, learn about an opportunity for young people in Milwaukee to learn the ropes of podcasting.

We look at a new study that shows a surprising trend in Millennials health care needs. We learn about a partnership between Black Space, which offers therapy for Black and Brown people, and the Milwaukee Art Museum. Plus, we meet the new Wisconsin Poet Laureate.

We look at the major spending in the state Supreme Court race. We learn about phosphorus and the impact it's having on the environment. Our Book of the Month conversation honors Women’s History Month. We'll tell you about five things happening in Milwaukee in March. Plus, we learn about the Jewish holiday of Purim.