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What's got you scratching your head about the Milwaukee area? WUWM investigates your questions.
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There's never a shortage of political news in Wisconsin, from the governor's office to the Legislature to the state's elected officials in Washington, DC. Join WUWM host Maayan Silver and Wispolitics.com editor JR Ross as they highlight and provide context to the latest developments.
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The Lake Effect Spotlight podcast features some of our favorite conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.Learn more about Lake Effect here.
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Lake Effect is your connection to the community. We bring you local conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.This podcast features full episodes of Lake Effect.Learn more about Lake Effect here.
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Meet the people behind the creativity and discoveries at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee.This show is no longer active.
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What Questions Do You Have For WUWM's Beat Reporters?Beats Me answers your questions about how education, the environment, race and innovation impacts life in southeastern Wisconsin.
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What does it take for an entrepreneur to go from an idea to a successful startup? Host Kathleen Gallagher talks with Wisconsin entrepreneurs about how — and why — they've succeeded.How Did You Do That? is no longer being updated, check out Midwest Moxie.
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From pretzels in the news, to pretzels throughout history, to pretzels in pop culture, the Pretzel Podcast is, well, a podcast about pretzels. Hosts Michelle Maternowski and Mitch Teich place the unheralded salty snack front and center.The Pretzel Podcast features interviews, special guests, pretzel taste tests, and surprising insights into the snack food you know and love.
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Milwaukee homicides down a bit, but those connected to domestic violence remain sizable
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Domestic violence legislation drafted in Madison may help reduce the domestic abuse, supporters say.By Chuck Quirmbach
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Thursday, 11/30/23: Mysterious dog illness, Copper Crow Distillery, Milwaukee Music Roundup, Bubbler Talk
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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.
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Dazzling La Crosse holiday lights display draws crowds and creates community
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The La Crosse Rotary Lights attracts visitors from around the state and beyond to take in the elaborate display.By Becky Mortensen
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Wednesday, 11/29/23: Human trafficking myths, Alice’s Garden, ‘Kodachrome Milwaukee,’ new ways to experience Milwaukee
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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.…
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Microsoft's plans for a huge data center complex in Racine County clicks with local boards
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One local official says the proposal is "basically taking victory from the jaws of" Foxconn defeat.By Chuck Quirmbach
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Tuesday, 11/28/23: Moss Universal Park, Milwaukee’s housing market, Cream City bricks, non-alcoholic beverages
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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.
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When what lies beneath is a broken water main, a new Milwaukee training site may help get it fixed
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The Milwaukee Water Works has a lot of new people fixing broken pipes. Training is part of the plan.By Chuck Quirmbach
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A look at Moss Universal Park, where people of all abilities will get exhausted from play
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By fall of 2024, what's currently Wauwatosa's Wisconsin Avenue Park will be renamed Moss Universal Park. It will have universal fields, accessible playgrounds, a renovated clubhouse and more, so that everyone can play.By Maayan Silver
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It's been a rough year for We Energies electricity ratepayers, but a sunnier tomorrow?
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We Energies customers face almost a 3% rate increase for electricity next year.By Chuck Quirmbach
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Mermaid Echo makes waves by educating the next generation about freshwater conservation
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Echo, a UW-Milwaukee Freshwater Sciences graduate student, teaches young people at the K-12 level about freshwater systems and conservation through their underwater performances as Mermaid Echo.By Xcaret Nuñez
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Wednesday, 11/22/23: How to avoid deer collisions, Master Naturalist program, ‘Survival Food,’ Wandering Wisconsin
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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.
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A new food memoir serves up nostalgia from the Menominee reservation
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In Survival Food, the author Thomas Weso shares stories and recipes from his youth on the reservation in Wisconsin's Northwoods.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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Wisconsin Supreme Court justices enter deliberation mode after hearing redistricting case
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Wisconsin Supreme Court justices will now be trying to digest the legislative redistricting case they heard on Tuesday and attempting to issue a ruling on what may be a sped-up timetable.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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Lake Effect Special, 11/21/23: Deaths and dire conditions continue at Waupun Correctional Institution
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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.
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A Wisconsin redistricting case centers on voter 'islands' and could lead to new maps
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The Wisconsin Supreme Court hears arguments in a case that could toss what critics say are the state's lopsided legislative maps.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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This Wisconsin high school band prepared for over a year to march in the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
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The Greendale High School Marching Band will represent Wisconsin in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.By Nadya Kelly
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'Lost in the Middle' podcast explores the growing middle ground of American politics
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Amid expanding division and polarization in American politics, Former U.S. Representative, Scott Klug, unpacks the middle ground of the political sphere as the host of the podcast, Lost in the Middle.By Joy Powers, Robert Larry
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Monday, 11/20/23: Capitol Notes, ‘Lost in the Middle,’ climate impact on the Midwest, Mermaid Echo
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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.…
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New national climate assessment reaffirms Wisconsin health care group's call for action
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A new national report drives home the message that no person – or place – is immune to the impacts of climate change. The National Climate Assessment, released every five years, came out last week.By Susan Bence
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Capitol Notes: What to know as Wisconsin redistricting lawsuit advances
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Wisconsin's state supreme court takes up a lawsuit that could affect how state legislative lines are drawn. Find out what's key to know, from the big picture to the nitty gritty.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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After win at State Capitol, Brewers hope new dugout management team can be victorious too
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Questions remain as to who'll be on the field for the Brewers in 2024.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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Meet Ringo: The star, artist and friend of Bradford Beach
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Meet a Milwaukee character you've likely seen hanging out at Bradford Beach.By WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee's NPR
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Thursday, 11/16/23: Act 31, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Milwaukee Centers for Independence, Bubbler Talk, Sounds Like Milwaukee
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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.
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Evers set to sign Brewers package, after longtime Senators express dismay over floor process
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Ban on floor amendments during Senate action leaves one lawmaker feeling cheated.By Chuck Quirmbach, Associated Press
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New 'Do For Self' Exhibit chronicles the Black Cross Nurses in Milwaukee
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“Do For Self: the story of Milwaukee’s Black Cross Nurses” is a new exhibit at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society that chronicles the foundation of the Black Cross Nurses in Milwaukee.By Sam Woods, Robert Larry
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School report cards: MPS improves slightly, absenteeism up statewide
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Milwaukee Public Schools improved slightly on its latest state report card, which looks at data including test scores, graduations rates and absenteeism.By Emily Files
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