Lake Effect Spotlight: Recent Episodes
Mallory Cheng, Kobe Brown
Lake Effect Spotlight features some of our favorite conversations about what matters most now to people in Milwaukee and southeast Wisconsin.
The Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition is visiting Milwaukee to collect oral histories of the states boarding school survivors.
The American Robin is one of the most common birds in North America. You’ve probably seen one in your backyard or been woken up by one before sunrise. But did you know this iconic bird is also Wisconsin’s state bird?
UWM Adjunct Lecturer Marin Denning joins Lake Effect to discuss the impacts of intergenerational trauma on Indigenous communities ahead of a UWM's Trauma in Our Community Conference.
From Billy the Bookworm to Browser the Library Lion, we learn about the history and characteristics of Milwaukee Public Library's Summer Reading Program mascots.
As climate change worsens around the world, so does the most frequent and costly natural disaster in Wisconsin: flooding. Hear what authors of a new study say about the challenges Milwaukee is facing — and how the city is preparing.
In 1971, Indigenous activists ripped the plywood off the abandoned Coast Guard station in Milwaukee's McKinley Park and occupied it. They successfully shaped the future, and a mysterious bridge remains.
A group called the Sturgeon Protectors is welcoming the sturgeon returning to Milwaukee waterways.
In Milwaukee, there hasn’t been a more public fight against deportation efforts than that of Yessenia Ruano. The mother of two, and MPS teacher’s aide, faces deportation to El Salvador.
The Milwaukee County Transit System recently launched an apprenticeship program to train new mechanics and bus drivers. It comes at a time when ridership is up and the state is promoting paid training.
Artist-in-Residence Hattie Grimm is the creator of the Charles Allis Art Museum’s new art exhibit called “BIRD BODY”. The exhibit features 20 wooden paintings and sculptures that she says explore “our bodies' intuitive wisdom.”
Journalist Tea Krulos wrote about Milwaukee's amateur radio community for this month's Milwaukee Magazine. He joined Lake Effect's Joy Powers to share more.
Did you know the first-ever women’s pro basketball game tipped off in Milwaukee? Hear the story of the Milwaukee Does, the WBL, and the players speaking up to make sure their history isn’t forgotten.
The Milwaukee Philatelic Society was organized in 1899, making it one of the oldest stamp collecting clubs in the country.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Hmong refugees resettling in the U.S., but what drove many out of Laos? And how have they made a home in Wisconsin, which is home to the third largest Hmong population in the country?
WUWM's Making Wisconsin series dives into the history of sanctuary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and our country with Sergio González, Marquette University assistant professor of history and author.
Data points often inform budgets and policy. They can also be a tool for transparency. That’s what happened when Milwaukee County recently released its dashboard showing racial demographics of youth in County corrections. Ninety-six percent were Black. Zero percent were white.
WUWM Digital Producer Graham Thomas spoke to vendors and librarians at Milwaukee Zine Fest — an event celebrating print media, DIY publishing and free expression.
The Apostle Islands offer some of the most stunning views in the state. You'll find miles of shoreline with unique features like sea caves and sandstone cliffs.
Throughout her career, Sharon Dixon has been involved with nearly every women’s bar in Milwaukee. After decades of serving her community, Dixon was recently in need of their support in return.
Cesar Chavez BID has organized a street festival and market to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in a safe way — blocking off the street with vendors and activities for people of all ages.
One year ago, student-led protesters started an encampment at UW-Milwaukee, protesting the war in Gaza. It was one of many such encampments on college campuses across the country. What can be learned from that time and what’s changed in the last year?
Warblers are small songbirds that are among the most celebrated by birders for their flashy colors and sweet songs. But most warblers only spend a few weeks in Milwaukee.
This month's Group Chat features two Susans of film: Susan Kerns, executive director of Milwaukee Film and legendary filmmaker Susan Seidelman. They have a conversation about everything from being the first to cast Madonna for the film "Desperately Seeking Susan" to the power of film festivals.
BlueGreen Alliance's Richard Diaz discusses the relationship between environmental justice and infrastructure issues in Milwaukee.
From the famous to the little-known, Robbins hopes readers can appreciate how Wisconsin has been a crossroad for people who have changed the world.
Over the past few weeks, two people have been detained and arrested by ICE agents at Milwaukee’s county courthouse. Here's what happened and what residents should know moving forward.
Wisconsin has one of the lowest vaccination rates for measles in the nation — much lower than any of the states with active outbreaks.
A report released by the Wisconsin Policy Forum takes lessons from other major city school systems to help support changes in Milwaukee.
Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski speaks with arts advocates about the work they’re doing to increase state funding for the arts.
Have you ever wondered what might be hidden underground? A metal detectorist can help with that!
Dr. Brenda Cassellius is Milwaukee Public Schools' new superintendent. What are her priorities for her first year on the job?
The Milwaukee Wine Academy offers a place where people of color of all levels of wine expertise are comfortable trying, talking and tasting wine. Learn more at the upcoming Milwaukee Wine Weekend.
Uncertainty reigns as President Trump threatens to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. Federal funding accounts for about 8% of school funding in Wisconsin.
For this month's Group Chat, we hear from a Wisconsin doctor who provides abortion care and a community harm reduction worker who serves high-risk populations.
Spring is in the air — which means nest-making season is upon us! For this month’s Chirp Chat, Lake Effect’s Xcaret Nuñez spoke with Holly Walz, a park naturalist with the Wehr Nature Center, about the role nests play and the different types of nests that birds in Wisconsin make.
On April 1, 2025, voters will decide on a proposal to amend Wisconsin's constitution to require photo ID to participate in elections.
One Milwaukee-based animator with Guerrillamation Films is working with UW-Milwaukee to help people network and learn skills in the field.
CCAP. Four letters. One site. And an oversized impact on Wisconsin. The state’s most popular open record database lets you look up court records of anyone you’d like. And many people do. Sometimes, they learn more than they were expecting.
Wisconsin's top K-12 education official, Jill Underly, is facing a challenge from Brittany Kinser on April 1.
Tell me if you’ve heard this one before: a volcano scientist who does her work in the middle of the Pacific Ocean—at the ocean floor. That’s where you can find one UWM professor.
The Wisconsin Historical Society's 'Voices & Votes' offers a civics lesson and highlights citizens who spoke up for change.
Felicia Clayborne is a mover and a shaker. She also navigates the world with multiple disabilities, receiving care and support through Medicaid. Kathryn Florence Burish also receives Medicaid coverage and long-term care for her Down Syndrome. Both women weigh in on attempts to cut funding to the federal program that serves low-income Americans and individuals with disabilities.
The Climate Accountability Act is proposing cutting Wisconsin’s greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030.
Project RETURN is an organization that helps formerly incarcerated people return to the community. For the first time in its 45-year history, the organization is providing housing.
Milwaukee County’s district attorney has long sought to keep its "Brady List" secret. The list has the names of law enforcement officers with histories of credibility concerns or past crimes. A months-long, collaborative report examines what was being hidden from public view for so long.
This month’s Group Chat hears from young, local organizers who are pushing for immigrant rights and protections. They share how safety is only found together.
Joining a local birding club or meeting other people at birding events can bring you a sense of belonging and teach you things you didn’t know. No matter how experienced you are.
Black and brown moms, and birthing people in Milwaukee, have some of the worst birthing outcomes in the nation. Even being pregnant can come with danger. But there are an abundance of birth workers that cater their services directly to these demographics.
A jazz-trained cantor at a local synagogue likes to go up on the building's roof and think. One day, it occurred to him to reimagine and perform Fiddler on the Roof up there.
Milwaukee Public Schools recently approved Brian Litzsey as the new senior director of Milwaukee Recreation. He is the 11th director in the department’s 114-year history.
Milwaukee’s Housing Authority is facing financial woes after illegally using millions of dollars in federal funds to pay staff. The agency also is faced with thousands of complaints about living conditions.
Bad Bunny wanted to share the history of Puerto Rico on his latest album. So his team made a call to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. That’s where a professor was ready to share the island’s history of colonization and radical politics.
Librarians clipped recipes from the "Milwaukee Journal" over the course of 20 years. Today, it’s a digitized collection called the "Historic Recipe File."
The Bronzeville event "Cheers to Pearls Who Cook" brought together teen girls and local chefs for more than appetizers. It was a master class in mentorship.
Every year, Milwaukee welcomes refugees from across the globe, including two brothers who made a harrowing journey from Afghanistan during the Taliban takeover in 2021. Now, funding for resettling refugees in the United States is in limbo.
A lecture series highlighting Black stories missing from American history books returns to Marquette University in honor of Black History Month.
Milwaukee native Ira Madison III is a cultural critic, TV writer and host of the podcast “Keep It.” His book “Pure Innocent Fun" explores media that inspired his career and impacted his life growing up as a Black gay man in Milwaukee.
In part two of our interview with Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson, we compare his approach to housing, budgets, public works, and crime in 2025 with that of Mayor John Norquist in 1999.
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson outlines how the city welcomes immigrants, but stops short of calling Milwaukee a sanctuary city fearing repercussions from the Trump administration.
January is the month where most of our New Year's resolutions start, and end. That includes money goals. Author, financial educator, and self-proclaimed 'rich auntie in training,' Berna Anat shares tips to help get you started on your road to financial success in 2025.
Dr. Ben Weston, chief health policy advisor for Milwaukee County, joins Lake Effect's Joy Powers to talk about how you can stay safe from flu, COVID-19, RSV and norovirus this winter.
After years of wondering what will happen to the deteriorating Mitchell Park Domes, the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors has committed $30 million to "The Domes: Reimagined" project. The plan includes expanded classroom space, a café and a nature learning center. The effort is being spearheaded by the Friends of the Domes group.
Local surfer and Greenhouse Surfboards founder Ken Cole created the world’s first leaf-based surfboard to encompass what he believes is the art, soul and sustainable future of surfing.
A silent book club gives readers a chance to be social, but it unfolds a bit differently than in a traditional book club. The first hour usually involves solo reading of a book of your choosing. The second part of the night is when you vibe with other readers.
From house prices outpacing incomes in Wisconsin to a significant decrease in the number of arrests by the Milwaukee Police Department, here are some of Wisconsin Policy Forum's findings from the last year.
Snowmobiling World Championship Derby Complex CEO Tom Anderson shares about the upcoming snowmobile derby and why Eagle River is a great place for snowmobile enthusiasts to visit this January.
Aleena Ahmed, a Bengali American poet and a junior at Nicolet High School, was selected as the youth poet laureate last summer by Woodland Pattern, a nonprofit book center and performance space. During her time as youth poet laureate, Ahmed says she’s helped guide other young people in poetry camps and writing workshops.
Matt Wild from "Milwaukee Record" recaps his favorite songs from local musicians for this month.
For Bubbler Talk, we look into a question posed by a Milwaukee native: are we a bunch of haters?
There are plenty of rumblings about how the environment will fare when former President Donald Trump returns to the Oval Office. One of the people thinking about what’s ahead is Tia Nelson.
The Milwaukee Soldiers Home has been helping generations of veterans since 1867. A new documentary from Milwaukee PBS explores that history and how the home continues to help veterans today.
This month’s issue of Milwaukee Magazine explores the lore of the hideous green beast and how it’s become a symbol of pride for the northern Wisconsin city.
JR Ross of WisPolitics.com unpacks some of the biggest races of Nov. 5, including those under new Wisconsin legislative maps.
Since the Wisconsin Supreme Court ordered new legislative maps be drawn, putting an end to one of the worst gerrymandered maps in the U.S., legislative races have become more competitive with more consequential stakes.
The library is more than just books, and our series with the Milwaukee Public Library— Books and Beyond—showcases that by sharing resources, book recommendations and just some cool stuff you might not know about. Today, we are showcasing some spooky Milwaukee history—the haunting of Engine House 35.
Although Latino people have lived in Wisconsin nearly as long as it’s been a state, historian Sergio Gonzalez says Latino communities are often seen as being perpetual outsiders. We explore how this perception has impacted views on immigration and the evolution of Wisconsin communities.
In this episode of "What Milwaukee is Made Of," we explore the history of Cream City Brick — starting at its Ice Age origins.
You've probably heard the advice to "make a plan" to vote. A former elections chief in Wisconsin explains your options and their safeguards.
Wisconsin prisons are restricting used book delivery as part of an effort to stop drug smuggling into prisons. Critics say this restricts prisoner access to information while doing little to slow the flow of contraband.
A professor of biological sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee explains that changing leaves starts with environmental cues, like days getting shorter and chillier.
For the third year in a row, Forest Home Cemetery will become an immersive stage to bring a few of their notable residents' stories to life.
In the 1980s, Wisconsin was embroiled in a violent controversy over Ojibwe spearfishing rights. As a result, the state passed a law requiring schools to teach about Native American history, culture and tribal sovereignty.
Here's what you need to know about the Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson's proposed $200 million dollar budget before it's finalized.
In crucial swing states across the country, including Wisconsin, there are many voters who are still undecided on who they'll vote for or if they'll vote at all.
We asked municipal clerks who administer elections in Wisconsin what issues they're facing and what they wish people better understood about elections.
North Avenue cuts through a wide swath of neighborhoods that both Republicans and Democrats want to turn out to vote this year.
One of the nation’s longest-running annual comedy festivals, the Milwaukee Comedy Festival presents top national and regional stand-up comedy acts this week through Sunday.
When NPR's Arip Shapiro isn't in the All Things Considered host chair he is out reporting in the field, which is what recently brought him to Milwaukee to highlight Wisconsinites ahead of the presidential election. He joined Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski to talk about journalism and his interests outside of work:
Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski visits Milwaukee Public Library's Central Branch to learn more about the Great Lakes Marine Collection with local author Anna Lardinois, who's written about shipwrecks, and Special Collections librarian Tobias Fudge.
Niigaanii-Animikii Inini, a Wisconsin voice actor featured in an Ojibwe dubbing of 'Star Wars: A New Hope,' shares his experience of working on the translation of the film.
Greentree and Teutonia Apartments are a public housing community on Milwaukee's north side. The community inspires us to consider deeper meanings of "safety."
When Milwaukee's King Center opened almost 50 years ago, it was designed to serve the entire community. And for so long it has. But the narrative around the center changed a few months ago with a police killing.
Great Lakes economist John Austin looks at the economic divide in the region and how it might be bridged.
Establishing a new nut industry has been a tough nut to crack. But experts say the crop could diversify agricultural economies and bring environmental benefits to depleted farmland.
This summer, after spending the last 17 years underground, millions of periodical cicadas emerged in southern Wisconsin. WUWM’s Lina Tran and Jimmy Gutierrez went to Lake Geneva on a mission to experience the emergence for themselves.
This year, 90% of Milwaukee International Short Film Festival's lineup is presented by Wisconsin filmmakers, including 51 Milwaukee premieres.
In our August "Group Chat," high school students talk about the pressures of growing up in Milwaukee, what they would change if they could and say that wisdom doesn't always come with age.
Wandering Wisconsin visits Road America in Elkhart Lake, which boasts a historic race track and 650 acres of entertainment.
In his most recent Milwaukee Magazine article, Kevin Revolinski wrote all about the dunes of the Midwest, what exactly sand dunes are, how they got here and where you can go to see some yourself.
A new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum finds little evidence that the average child in Milwaukee today receives a higher quality education than when the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program was established in the 1990s.
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson joins WUWM’s Lake Effect to discuss whether hosting the Republican National Convention was worth it for the city and how he’ll be involved in this week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Liberace is arguably one of Wisconsin's most famous sons. Yet there's no monument — or even a plaque — dedicated to his memory in his hometown of West Allis.
Join Lake Effect’s Xcaret Nuñez as she explores the wonderland of the Wisconsin State Fair with Lake Effect’s Jimmy Gutierrez, a lifelong Wisconsinite, as her tour guide.
Columbus, Ohio, police officers who were in town for the RNC shot and killed a Milwaukee man while they were debriefing the day's events about a mile away from the convention. The shooting sparked community protests and calls for answers from the MPD.
Lake Effect’s Audrey Nowakowski and Milwaukee musician Trapper Schoepp bring you "Live at Lake Effect" — a filmed music series featuring local and nationally touring musicians performing in the Lake Effect Surf Shop. This episode features Milwaukee's own musical duo Amanda Huff & Steve Peplin.
Going camping is a favorite summer pastime for many Wisconsinites. Summer is also a great time to explore Wisconsin’s many scenic waterways. In this month’s Wandering Wisconsin we help you plan a trip where you can do both!
For the first time, Wisconsinites will vote on constitutional amendment ballot questions in a primary election. The amendments could have a big impact on how Wisconsin’s governor is able to allocate funds.
Politics in Wisconsin, and in the nation, often boils down to an “us vs. them" mentality. But how did we get here, and what’s keeping politics polarized?
Statewide elections in Wisconsin are regularly close. With it being a presidential election year, the battle over who gets to vote takes center stage.
Wisconsin has historically led the nation in creating, and limiting, union rights and bargaining power. We explore what that means for the state’s politics and culture.
Lake Effect’s Audrey Nowakowski and Milwaukee musician Trapper Schoepp bring you "Live at Lake Effect" — a filmed music series featuring local and nationally touring musicians performing in the Lake Effect Surf Shop. This episode features Milwaukee's own musical duo Amanda Huff & Steve Peplin.
There are a few places in the city where seniors are perfecting dance moves and building friendships. They're showing us all how having a good time and staying healthy can go hand in hand.
Following J.D. Vance’s speech Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention, University of Dayton associate professor of political science Christopher Devine discusses what kind of sway — if any — a vice presidential pick can have on voters.
Fueled by cold brew, WUWM's Maayan Silver has been reporting both inside and outside of the Republican National Convention’s security zone. Here's what she's seen — and heard.
Restaurants and businesses inside the RNC's soft perimeter expected to see an economic boon this week. So far, the only economic impact has been bad business.
It took a lot of planning to get the Republican National Convention to Milwaukee and Omar Shaikh is one of the people who made it all happen. He's a local restauranteur and a member of the RNC Host Committee and he joins Lake Effect from the Panther Arena.
Over the past few months, multiple local artists have spoken out about their work being censored. We look into what's actually going on.
WUWM hosted its second voter roundtable with five Milwaukee-area residents who plan to vote for Republican Donald Trump. Wisconsin is likely to be a crucial swing state in the 2024 presidential election.
It’s been over a month since the Milwaukee County Parks reopened McKinley Beach — it was initially closed in 2020 after at least four people drowned in dangerous currents.
A recent survey of Advocate Aurora Research Institute's clinical trials showed most participants are white women over the age of 65 — a disparity that could widen gaps in health outcomes.
If you were enjoying Milwaukee’s nightlife 15 years ago you might remember a rowdy group of LBTQ people playfully takeover your bar. That’s when Guerrilla Gay Bar was at its peak.
Think back to a time in your life when you saw a bird that piqued your interest and made you want to learn more about birds. That’s your spark bird!For this month’s Chirp Chat, Lake Effect’s Xcaret Nuñez asked listeners to share the moment they discovered their spark bird.
Ahead of They Might Be Giants' Milwaukee shows, John Flansburgh reflects the band's start in the 1980s and the twists and turns along the way.
Three renowned chefs from across the state talk about what "Top Chef," the competitive cooking show, got right and wrong, as it filmed this season all across Wisconsin.
Digging deeper into what led up to the problems at MPS and what’s gone wrong with their finances.
The month of June commemorates Black music's impact in this country and around the world, from musical genres to instruments and lyrics.
This Father's Day we wanted to recognize men who are making a difference in our city. But instead of the typical ideals of fatherhood, we asked you who are the stewards and caretakers of our city's people, places and land.
A little-known group called Les Petites BonBons was formed in the early 1970s in Milwaukee. Its impact on Hollywood's glitter rock scene has gone down in history.
Forward Scholars is a new tutoring program in MPS schools yielding impressive results for students.
Milwaukee has seen drag performers since the late 1800s, and the city's vast history has helped shape drag across the U.S.
At the Milwaukee Public Museum, millions of artifacts that aren’t on display are stored in back-room drawers and cabinets. As part of our series, Behind the Scenes at MPM, we’ll explore the zoology department’s vast bird collection.
May is AAPI Heritage month, but it’s also a time when lots of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders can struggle with identity and their connection to culture.
We all know Wisconsin as America’s Dairyland, but how much do we actually know about Wisconsin milk? This month’s issue of "Milwaukee Magazine" explores what milk means in Wisconsin's culture.
Hundreds of people are expected to attend the 12th Annual Heal the Hood Block Party & Resource Fair for food, fun, fellowship and access to local resources.
Wisconsin ranks 50th in state government support for the arts. A new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum, “Curtain Time,” assesses and responds to Milwaukee’s performing arts fiscal challenges.
The primary care provider (PCP) shortage is prevalent not only in the Milwaukee-area, but nationwide. With PCPs leaving the medical field, it forces clinicians to treat more patients in less time.
Many Milwaukeeans are familiar with Samson, the beloved gorilla who died in 1981 at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Wildlife artist and world champion taxidermist, Wendy Christensen, made the popular recreation of Samson that’s on display at the Milwaukee Public Museum.
Southern Wisconsin is home to Brood XIII, one of the two broods of periodical cicadas emerging this summer.
Wisconsin's Grace Girard spoke with Lake Effect's Xcaret Nuñez ahead of the ‘Farmer Wants A Wife’ season finale about the moments leading up to farmer Brandon Roger’s proposal and what's next for her.
Co-written by Milwaukee native Bri LeRose, "The People's Joker" is heavily based on the director, co-writer and lead actor Vera Drew’s life and relationship with queerness and comedy.
JoAnne Potter started college in 1969, but never finished. Now, 55 years later, she’s graduating from UWM with a bachelor’s degree.
There's a history of harm being done to marginalized students at UW-Madison, but there's a just-as-long history of students protesting and calling for a more inclusive campus. The 'Sifting and Reckoning' project archives those student-led movements.
From Milwaukee to Green Bay, immigrant workers to nurses, these local organizers are building the current day labor movement in Wisconsin.
Whether you’re switching to a spring wardrobe, finally clearing out the pantry or just have a mountain of unopened mail to clear through … decluttering might seem like a never-ending cycle. But it doesn’t have to be.
Since 2014, Black Lens has worked to bring films and documentaries to the festival that spotlight emerging and established Black storytellers.
To celebrate Lesbian Visibility Week, The Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project created a free lesbian history exhibit as well as hosting other events in the Milwaukee area.
In 1970, an environmental movement unfolded and it resulted in calls for action. We meet several people who were part of what would be a pivotal environmental event.
"Lady Like" takes an intimate look at Lady Camden’s life as she learns to navigate the glitz and unglamorous moments that come with newfound fame while coming to terms with the troubling childhood experiences she left behind in London.
Mayor Cavalier Johnson is starting his second term and first full term as mayor, after winning the special election in 2022 after former Mayor Tom Barrett's resignation and serving a two-year term. Here are his plans moving forward.
Seven years ago, Wisconsin brokered a deal with Foxconn — one of the world’s largest electronics manufacturing companies. But Foxconn hasn’t come close to the promised jobs or investment. Now, Microsoft is promising a new deal. Will this be any different?
The documentary “No One Asked You” highlights a unique approach to activism in the fight for abortion rights — humor.
Agriculture officials have detected avian influenza in dairy herds across the country. No cases have been confirmed in Wisconsin and state officials hope to keep it that way.
Beloit’s network of air monitors was born of a grassroots effort to connect the dots between planet-warming fossil fuels and the community’s health.
After closing his restaurant, Lao chef Alex Hanesakda returns to pop-up kitchens with purpose — and a new smoker.
Starting on April 11, the Milwaukee Film Festival is returning to local screens for its 16th year. It features 300 films from local, national, and international filmmakers that show off a wide array of topics and formats for 15 days.
WUWM hosted its first voter roundtable with five Milwaukee-area residents to take the temperature on how people are feeling in this crucial swing state ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
The American Ornithological Society promised last November to rename all birds with English names, along with any other bird names deemed offensive and exclusionary. That includes birds like Cooper’s hawk, Wilson’s warbler, Franklin’s gull, and dozens more.
WUWM's Xcaret Nuñez, Nadya Kelly and Maayan Silver sat down to discuss the songs sung by women that make them feel like they could move mountains, and a lot of WUWM staff also chimed in.
Packing for a move can be complicated. Now think about what it would be like to move an entire museum, with its fragile and sometimes ancient artifacts. That’s what’s happening at the Milwaukee Public Museum as it prepares to move to its new location in 2027.
The April 2 election ballot includes Milwaukee city attorney, the chief legal counsel for city government. Here's an interview with candidate state Rep. Evan Goyke and a non-interview with incumbent City Attorney Tearman Spencer.
Climate change is eroding the ways and wonders of winter life, which have shaped the identities of generations of Wisconsinites. During the state's warmest winter on record, the season's devotees found ways to make the most of the weird weather.
Whether it’s by mail, online or in-person, there are many ways for first-time voters and new residents to register to vote for the upcoming spring election. But some deadlines are coming up fast — people have until this Wednesday, March 13, to register to vote by mail or online.
Wisconsin is emerging from its warmest winter since recordkeeping began in 1895. This news underscores the fact that climate change is impacting our world. Farmers have always dealt with the whims of weather. Now, they’re working on adaptation strategies.
This Spring Election, Milwaukeeans will have a chance to vote for the next city comptroller. The comptroller is the city’s chief financial officer and serves a four-year term.
Maayan Schechter and Maayan Silver don't just have the same unusual first name (uncommon in the United States), but they're also both public radio reporters covering politics. Of course, they had to meet.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel on Amazon Prime explores the fictional life of a female stand-up comedian in the late 1950s. But while Midge Maisel is fictional, the character is rooted in the real-life history of female Jewish comedians who made their way to the top of the comedy scene despite many obstacles.
For many, leap day might just be another day, but about five million people around the world — also known as leaplings — will get to celebrate their actual birthday and others will celebrate a special moment like an anniversary.
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin is asking the Wisconsin Supreme Court, which currently has a liberal majority, to find that the state constitution secures a right to an abortion. UW Law professor Howard Schweber says the court will likely combine that petition with an earlier one brought by Attorney General Josh Kaul and could rule as early as this spring.
At schools like UWM, DEI programs support a broad range of students who are underrepresented in higher education. But Republican lawmakers, such as Vos, see DEI as racially divisive and part of left-wing indoctrination.
Margaret Cho has been a stand-up comedian for the past 40 years. She’s also an actor, musician, entrepreneur and advocate for causes such as anti-racism, anti-bullying, LGBTQIA rights, sexism, and more. Her latest tour called "Live & Livid" brings her to the Pabst Theater in Milwaukee tonight.
Less snowpack and warm temperatures led to life-changing severe weather for some residents in the town of Evansville, WI.
Derek Mosely revisits and highlights some of Black History's forgotten and influential contributions to society.
The company, founded by Ferne Caulker in 1969, performs and teaches dance and music created by Africans and the African diaspora.
Love can be found in some unexpected places. Just ask Wisconsin native Grace Girard — she joined FOX’s reality dating show, Farmer Wants A Wife, in hopes of finding a rural romance.
Wisconsin recently topped a list of states where investors are interested in buying properties, which could be bad news for traditional home buyers. We learn how these investors are impacting the market, and get some tips on how buyers can navigate it.
Learn how Milwaukee's historic Mitchell Park Domes put on their shows and maintain plants behind the scenes.
The Milwaukee Road was a local railroad company who, like many others at the time, tried to monopolize increased travel to national parks. MPL Special collections librarian Greg Comly explains how they expanded their railroad line and even built a luxury hotel to draw people to the parks out west.
This month marks the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. As the city of Milwaukee proclaims this week to be Hip-Hop Week, we ask rappers how the city has influenced their art and how hip-hop informs our everyday lives, from music to aquaponics.
With rent and costs of living on the rise in Lindsay Heights and across Milwaukee, many who have lived in the neighborhood for years are priced out of homeownership.
The faculty union-run FAST Fund draws attention to the financial barriers that derail MATC students’ education.
Citizen scientists recorded a 10-degree difference in the evening between the hottest and coolest parts of Milwaukee, with the hottest spots being in dense urban areas.
After gaining an international following, the Milwaukee Public Library on Instagram and TikTok is inspiring people around the world to visit Milwaukee and support their local libraries as well.
Discover some exciting activities to do in "100 Things to Do in Wisconsin Before You Die."
Yesterday's Negro League Baseball Players Foundation, run by a Milwaukee couple, preserves the history of the Negro Leagues through education and advocacy.
The Wisconsin Historical Society’s new headquarters will nearly double in size when its new history center opens on Wisconsin’s Capitol Square in Madison. It will feature a traveling exhibition gallery, rooftop terrace and event space.
It's The Experimental Aircraft Association's (EAA) 70th year in existence of serving flying enthusiasts from around the world. Communications director, Dick Knapinski, details the origins, current operations and legacy of the EAA.
If you’ve ever been to a corner bar in Wisconsin, chances are you’ve seen a pull-tab machine. Milwaukee Magazine writer Tea Krulos explains the history and legality of pull-tabs in Wisconsin.
With many branch lines spread across Milwaukee County connecting to other municipal trails, Milwaukee County Parks' trails have plenty of options to explore. There may even be a trail hidden in plain sight in your own neighborhood.
Now that it feels like Summer in Milwaukee, these outdoor dining places are great options.
Since the 1980s, more than 200 lesbian bars have closed across the country. Walker's Pint is the last lesbian bar in Milwaukee, one of less than 25 in the nation.
Lake Effect’s Audrey Nowakowski and Milwaukee musician Trapper Schoepp are excited to bring you "Live at Lake Effect" — a new filmed music series featuring local and nationally touring musicians performing in the Lake Effect Surf Shop. This first episode features Milwaukee band Dead Horses.
Milwaukee has seen drag performers since the late 1800s, and the city's vast history has helped shape drag across the U.S.
While traveling the country, Milwaukee-area native Charlie Sprinkman was inspired to create a map and resource for queer-owned businesses.
A federal program that prevents undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children from being deported could soon end.
The new word recognition test tackles a stubborn disparity in healthcare: As the Hmong population ages, hearing loss is becoming a big problem. But few clinics are equipped to treat Hmong-speaking patients.
MPM President and CEO Ellen Censkyv talk about what guests will find familiar and what they’ll discover for the first time when the new museum opens by early 2027.
The restaurant has long been a dream for chef Bryce Stevenson, who grew up on the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa reservation and is part of a growing movement to redefine and center Indigenous cuisine.
WUWM’s Rafael Muñoz and Lina Tran went to the El Rey off Cesar Chavez Drive on a busy afternoon. They talked to workers and customers about the beloved grocery store.
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.
Philip Rocco, an associate professor of political science at Marquette University, explains the political debate on Wisconsin's Shared Revenue program.
After achieving success as an actress, Jane Kaczmarek speaks on returning to Milwaukee to perform along with Theatre Gigante founder and joint artistic director, Isabelle Kralj.
Historian John Gurda shares the conditions that led to the Bay View Massacre and how it impacted labor structures.
Dr. Barb Spies, Cardinal Stritch University professor and director of mission integration joins Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski to share her reaction to the school’s closure.
Philip Rocco, associate professor of political science at Marquette University, speaks on the working requirements for food and healthcare programs in Wisconsin.
Every weather alert on your phone or forecast you see on television in the southeast Wisconsin area uses data from the National Weather Service's office and data from volunteers across the region. WUWM's Mallory Cheng visits the office near Sullivan, Wisconsin, to learn more.
A literary art installation at the Wisconsin Center was planned for removal this week without public feedback or input from board members. Some authors and city officials are speaking up.
NPR's Senior European Correspondent in Rome, Italy, Sylvia Poggioli joins Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski to discuss her 41-year career as she prepares to leave the field of journalism and start her next venture.
The Milwaukee Brewers' 2023 home opener is filled with much anticipation and optimism for the upcoming season. Author and historian Matthew J. Prigge's latest book, 'Opening Day in Milwaukee', takes a look back at the Brew Crew's past home starts.
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 the April 4th election.
NPR White House Correspondent Tamara Keith is visiting—who better to ask for the latest on 2023-'24?
In his new book, "Poverty, By America," Princeton sociologist and author Matthew Desmond explores why poverty persists in America — and how to end it.
Carroll University professor Dr. Lilly Goren is an author and editor of the book The Politics of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She discusses the cultural impact and, of course, the politics espoused in these films.
Writer Tea Krulos explains the history and legality of pull tabs in Wisconsin, which he highlights in an article for this month’s Milwaukee Magazine.
When an 8-year-old Nicaraguan boy was run over on a Wisconsin dairy farm, authorities blamed his father and closed the case. Meanwhile, the community of immigrant workers knows a completely different story.
Patty Starr, President and CEO of the Health Action Council, and Craig Kurtzweil, vice president of the UnitedHealthcare Center for Advanced Analytics, detail an article they co-authored analyzing millennial generation health trends.
Battlebox is a Black-owned, family business that is operated by Bryant Wilcox. It includes a video game buy-sell-trade store, cafe and lounge, and a warehouse. Bryant talks about the origins of the storefront, its current struggles and future plans.
Kitonga Alexander, lead researcher for the Milwaukee Bronzeville Histories, details how the project celebrates the historically significant Black history of businesses and locations throughout the city.
Concordia University Wisconsin has a special connection to a school in Ukraine. WUWM spoke to one of its students about his life during the war.
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson joins Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski to talk about science — from his favorite stargazing memory to how to get adults to better understand it.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court primary election is on Feb. 21. What does a Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice do? What is at stake in this primary election? What is the direct work of the Wisconsin Supreme Court? That and more.
Tony Giron is the co-author of a study. He along with two UW-Milwaukee researchers, Xiaohan Gu and Robert Schneider, found that most drivers causing auto-pedestrian accidents are not from the city. Giron explains more.
A look at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's staffing shortage and how it's impacting Wisconsin patients.
You may have heard the name, Ruby Bridges, who at the age of six desegregated an all-white elementary school. But there were three other girls who had the same experience. For this edition of Monthly with Mosley, we dive into the forgotten histories of Gail Etienne, Tessie Prevost, and Leona Tate, who along with Ruby Bridges, desegregated their schools.
Because of friction, sleds don't technically touch the snow and instead ride on a small layer of water created by the heat of the sled sliding down the hill.
For this month's Wandering Wisconsin segment, we travel to Hayward, WI to explore an annual outdoor skiing event with historic roots that are centuries old.
True crime podcasts, television and streaming series are extremely popular and the genre continues to grow. But why is it so popular? Is it problematic to be a fan?
Chris Krco, a Milwaukee-area housing rights advocate, and Margaret Kaplan, the president of the Housing Justice Center in St. Paul, Minnesota, explain what rent control is and how it can potentially help Milwaukee tenants as monthly rent rises.
Data from the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office shows that from 2019 to 2022 the number of suicides in Black residents of all ages increased.
The Flagmakers is a new film from National Geographic Documentary Films, Academy Award-winning director Cynthia Wade, award-winning director Sharon Liese and executive producer Giannis Antetokounmpo. It explores what the American flag represents to different citizens and highlights America's largest flag and flag pole manufacturer in Oak Creek, Wis.
Darren Kittleson, a fifth-generation Wisconsin farmer, shares why his farm chooses to breed Akaushi cows to make Japanese Wagyu beef.
For this month's Wandering Wisconsin conversation we take you one of Wisconsin's most unique and eclectic attractions, The House on the Rock.
If you’re looking for a spot to drink in the city, there’s no shortage of options, but there are some that rise above the rest.
Economic experts discuss how the Iron District downtown has an opportunity to impact the service industry in Milwaukee if it follows procedures similar to the Bucks' Deer District.
Gaming expert James Lowder joins Lake Effect to share his favorite games in 2022. From two-player, to family, to role playing games and his top pick — there's a game for players of all ages and levels.
Interstate 794 runs from the Marquette Interchange, over the Hoan Bridge and ends in South Milwaukee. Architectural experts from Rethink 794 want to redesign portions of I-794 into a more accessible area for pedestrians.
Wisconsin native Kristin Brey launches a daily radio program from her popular politically based humorous content.
The history of Jones Island is the subject of a new PBS documentary: People of the Port: A Jones Island Documentary.
Wandering Wisconsin shares places to go and things to do this winter that celebrate Native American culture.
When Roe vs. Wade was overturned, most abortions became illegal in Wisconsin. The 1849 law only allows abortions to save the pregnant person's life. Since the decision, more men are choosing to go under the knife to prevent pregnancy—seeking a vasectomy, and doctors notice that patients are younger.
In Wisconsin, the state’s Department of Justice has issued a statement saying that any voter intimidation or threats to election workers will be prosecuted to ensure a safe and fair election for Wisconsin voters.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel crime reporter Ashley Luthern joins Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski to explain what parole is, how it works, and what a governor can and cannot do when it comes to releasing people on parole under Wisconsin's truth in sentencing system.
The Sears Catalog changed how Americans purchased goods and unintentionally created a new, equal buying experience for Black Americans in the Jim Crow South. Monthly with Mosley is a segment on Lake Effect with Judge Derek Mosley and he shares more about this topic.
Voting deadlines, registering, absentee voting, the list goes on — here's a guide to help people vote in Wisconsin's 2022 midterm elections.
Voting deadlines, registering, absentee voting, the list goes on — here's a guide to help people vote in Wisconsin's 2022 midterm elections.
Political ads are used to rally voter support and persuade undecided voters why a candidate is or isn't the right person to lead our community. But many of these ads are negative and this negativity could impact voter turn-out in the state.
Political ads are used to rally voter support and persuade undecided voters why a candidate is or isn't the right person to lead our community. But many of these ads are negative and this negativity could impact voter turn-out in the state.
As election day approaches, Wisconsinites are constantly seeing political attack ads. The topic of cash bail has been coming up in a lot of those ads — particularly in the U.S. Senate race. But what does cash bail actually mean?
As election day approaches, Wisconsinites are constantly seeing political attack ads. The topic of cash bail has been coming up in a lot of those ads — particularly in the U.S. Senate race. But what does cash bail actually mean?
Whether it is enjoying peak fall colors or visiting a pumpkin patch, Wandering Wisconsin suggests some places to go for a fall getaway.
Whether it is enjoying peak fall colors or visiting a pumpkin patch, Wandering Wisconsin suggests some places to go for a fall getaway.
Wisconsin is at the center of the national conversation every election cycle, and these midterm elections are no different. As polarization has defined politics in the U.S., Wisconsin has become an interesting example of how these political divides play out in local and national elections.
Wisconsin is at the center of the national conversation every election cycle, and these midterm elections are no different. As polarization has defined politics in the U.S., Wisconsin has become an interesting example of how these political divides play out in local and national elections.
Regardless of your thoughts or impressions of them, it's indisputable that cover bands are a significant part of the Milwaukee local music scene. Whether it’s at State Fair, church festivals, Summerfest, or other venues, cover bands play a large role.
Regardless of your thoughts or impressions of them, it's indisputable that cover bands are a significant part of the Milwaukee local music scene. Whether it’s at State Fair, church festivals, Summerfest, or other venues, cover bands play a large role.
A Milwaukee institution is celebrating a big milestone: Landmark Lanes turns 95. Landmark was originally a part of the Oriental Theatre complex, eventually becoming the entertainment center generations of Milwaukeeans have come to know. We explore its history and why people continue to visit the "Underground City."
A Milwaukee institution is celebrating a big milestone: Landmark Lanes turns 95. Landmark was originally a part of the Oriental Theatre complex, eventually becoming the entertainment center generations of Milwaukeeans have come to know. We explore its history and why people continue to visit the "Underground City."
A partnership between a southeast Wisconsin farmer and a brewer has led to the creation of a beer that allows you to taste the history of the state.
A partnership between a southeast Wisconsin farmer and a brewer has led to the creation of a beer that allows you to taste the history of the state.
As the Packers took on the Bears and celebrated another victory against the rival team, there was another Wisconsin NFL team celebrating a special anniversary. The Milwaukee Badgers are celebrating the centennial anniversary of their founding. If that name sounds unfamiliar it’s because it was a short-lived franchise and one of the first in NFL history.
As the Packers took on the Bears and celebrated another victory against the rival team, there was another Wisconsin NFL team celebrating a special anniversary. The Milwaukee Badgers are celebrating the centennial anniversary of their founding. If that name sounds unfamiliar it’s because it was a short-lived franchise and one of the first in NFL history.
The Butterfly in the Sky documentary shares the story of the PBS children’s series Reading Rainbow — from its iconic host, the people behind the scenes, and the challenges its creators faced in cultivating a love of reading through television. Co-director Bradford Thomason joins Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski to talk about the making of the film and how it adds to the show's legacy.
The Butterfly in the Sky documentary shares the story of the PBS children’s series Reading Rainbow — from its iconic host, the people behind the scenes, and the challenges its creators faced in cultivating a love of reading through television. Co-director Bradford Thomason joins Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski to talk about the making of the film and how it adds to the show's legacy.
Climate change is affecting every part of the globe, but the impact isn’t evenly divided. In the Midwest, a new forecast of weather trends shows Milwaukee at the tip of a major heat belt, where heatwaves are projected to intensify at a greater rate than other parts of the nation.
Climate change is affecting every part of the globe, but the impact isn’t evenly divided. In the Midwest, a new forecast of weather trends shows Milwaukee at the tip of a major heat belt, where heatwaves are projected to intensify at a greater rate than other parts of the nation.
Milwaukee Recreation is adding new permanent courts for a 5,000-year-old Hmong game—a sport growing in popularity in the city. The group is keeping the tradition alive.
Milwaukee Recreation is adding new permanent courts for a 5,000-year-old Hmong game—a sport growing in popularity in the city. The group is keeping the tradition alive.
Physicians criticize the law as outdated, vague and severe. Health systems are scrambling to guide them on how to stay out of criminal trouble.
School is almost back in session, and parents are working to make sure their kids have everything they need to start the school year right. For many parents, a COVID-19 vaccination should be on that list.
School is almost back in session, and parents are working to make sure their kids have everything they need to start the school year right. For many parents, a COVID-19 vaccination should be on that list.
In all of the conversations following the overturn of Roe V Wade, there’s a group that’s been largely left out of the discussion: career women planning to have children at an older age. An anonymous listener shares how the Supreme Court decision impacts her and her family.
The Oscar Mayer 'Wiener Song' has become a cultural touchstone in America, and it all started with a contest out of Madison, Wisconsin. We explore the humble origins of the song and its legacy today.
Milwaukee's Bronzeville neighborhood was named by The New York Times as one of the top places around the globe to visit for a changed world. Robert "Biko" Baker, an instructor at UWM in the African and African Diaspora Studies Department, shares how the area landed a position on the list.
Primary results are in, and Wisconsinites are one step closer to determining who they will be electing in the 2022 midterms. WUWM's Maayan Silver breaks down Tuesday’s partisan primary election and looks ahead to the midterms.
Primary results are in, and Wisconsinites are one step closer to determining who they will be electing in the 2022 midterms. WUWM's Maayan Silver breaks down Tuesday’s partisan primary election and looks ahead to the midterms.
Although many of us have returned to some of our pre-pandemic activities, the dangers of catching and spreading COVID-19 are increasing as new more infectious variants emerge.
Although many of us have returned to some of our pre-pandemic activities, the dangers of catching and spreading COVID-19 are increasing as new more infectious variants emerge.
Fleet Farm and Farm & Fleet are among the most beloved brands from Wisconsin and with good reason. But there is a persistent myth plaguing the legacy of these two stores, one that frames them as dueling brands forever locked in a battle for dominance. We set the record straight and explore the true origins of these Wisconsin icons.
Last month, Safe & Sound named Bridget Whitaker as their new executive director. She joins Lake Effect to share her goals for the nonprofit, which works across ten neighborhoods in Milwaukee to unite residents, young people, law enforcement, and community resources to try and make the community safer.
With many branch lines spread across Milwaukee County connecting to other municipal trails, Milwaukee County Parks' trails have plenty of options to explore. There may even be a trail hidden in plain sight in your own neighborhood.
Dr. Leonard Egede, the inaugural Milwaukee community chair in health equity research at the Medical College of Wisconsin, discusses his research on how social determinants can impact people’s health.
With its later growing season, the sunflower can be a perfect addition to any garden, providing beauty and bounty. Venice Williams is the executive director of Alice’s Garden and the interim executive director of the Fondy Food Center. Every month, she shares more for Dig In! A series all about gardening and healthy cooking.
For Lake Effect's last installment of the Tavern Tuesdays series, we’ll hear from Old World Wisconsin's Rob Novak about the lasting legacies of Milwaukee's beer gardens and tied houses.
The end of Roe v. Wade has plunged much of the U.S. into a state of confusion and legal limbo. In Wisconsin, an 1849 law making nearly all abortions illegal is likely in effect. To get some clarity on what this law could mean for pregnant people in Wisconsin, Barbara Zabawa, a lawyer and clinical assistant professor at UW-Milwaukee for the College of Health Sciences, shares more.
Gard Pecor created a diagram comparing how much land in downtown Milwaukee is dedicated to garage and parking lots versus park and plaza spaces. Pecor’s map spurred conversations questioning how the area could be reimagined to create more people-centered spaces, and how that could be translated across the city.
For many LGBTQ couples like Jake and Nick, the path to parenthood is different compared to heterosexual parents. To help start their family, Jake’s best friend volunteered to be their gestational carrier, and the three of them worked with Dr. Kate Schoyer, a reproductive endocrinology and infertility specialist at Froedtert, to bring their daughter Eleanor into their world.
LeRoy Butler will be the guest speaker at a Jewish Family Services event Wednesday evening. Ahead of that, he shares more about what motivates his work today, starting with his transition from football to philanthropy.
Many parents are finding it difficult to talk with their kids about school shootings, but Children's Wisconsin's Dr. Jenny Walczak says there are ways to approach the subject and help kids handle the anxiety and fear that many of us are feeling.
The Milwaukee Common Council and the mayor have OK'd a framework agreement for Milwaukee to host the 2024 GOP convention — if chosen by the Republicans.
Almost 77 years ago, a mother duck captured the hearts of Milwaukeeans and people around the world. She was known as Gertie the Duck.
This year, most of our favorite, Milwaukee festivals have returned. Milwaukee Record recently released its summer festival guide, and cofounder Matt Wild shares more.
In the late 1960s two Black men left their mark on the state’s brewing industry. Edward McClellan created a Black-owned beer brand, and contracted with a company in West Bend to brew their beer. Ted Mack, along with his business associates from the United Black Enterprises, purchased and ran the first Black-owned brewery in Wisconsin.
Dr. Robert Ballard is a renowned deep-sea explorer. You probably know him best as the person who found the remains of the RMS Titanic in 1985. Throughout his career and over more than 160 deep-sea explorations, he’s gained even more lifetime achievements — from the development of deep-sea submersibles to the discovery of hydrothermal vents. Now, he’ll receive an honorary doctorate from Carroll University.
Dr. Anne Bonds and Dr. Derek Handley are working on a project that maps racism in real estate in Milwaukee County and the lasting impact on the Black community.
As climate change causes destruction in other parts of the county, the Great Lakes region may become flooded with new residents. We look at the financial and cultural impact climate change may have in our area.
Dylan Farrow is an author, mother, activist, and the survivor at the heart of the Emmy-nominated docuseries, Allen v. Farrow. She'll be this year's keynote speaker for The Women's Center annual EmPower Luncheon. Ahead of the event, Farrow joins Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski to discuss her advocacy work.
The purchasing of local, fresh food help whittles away at the environmental impacts associated with processing, packaging and shipping. WUWM environmental reporter Susan Bence shares some food for thought from Milwaukee-area three initiatives.
The stink bug has become an increasingly common sight in Milwaukee homes. Russ Groves, the chair of the Department of Entomology at UW-Madison shares why.
Milwaukee is one of the most segregated cities in the country and according to recent census data, the Milwaukee metro area still ranks as the second most segregated city between Black and white populations. But are there a few communities that have become more diverse.
Voter turnout for Milwaukee’s mayoral elections has been low over the last two decades — but it wasn’t always this way, and it doesn’t have to be. Marquette University's Phil Rocco compares historical voter turnout to what we see today.
It’s no secret that Wisconsin is known for brewing beer, but have you ever wondered how Wisconsin became a brewing state? Wisconsin Historical Society's Joe Kapler shares our state’s brewing culture and history.
Hari Kondabolu will be doing several performances at The Laughing Tap in Milwaukee from March 24 through 26. And for the first time, he’ll be bringing something new to the stage — his own vulnerability about being a new dad during the time of COVID-19. Ahead of his shows, he shares more about being a new parent and what audience members can expect from his show.
Zach Adams took his chances on Next Level Chef for a chance at $250,000 and mentorship. Adams is a sous chef at North Shore Country Club in Mequon and has worked at restaurants in Milwaukee like View MKE and Third Coast Provisions.
The founder of the Kandahar Women's Advocacy Network, Maryam Durani, fled the Taliban and is resettling in Milwaukee. She tells her story and talks about what's next now that she's in the United States.
Lake Effect is partnering with the Wisconsin Historical Society and Old World Wisconsin to bring you stories about beer and brewing in our state in a series called Tavern Tuesdays. For this first conversation, we learn about a new brewing experience opening in June.
Wayne Embry tells WUWM about becoming a precedent-setting top executive for Milwaukee's NBA franchise.
The situation in Ukraine has many fearing it could be the start of World War III. Former Lake Effect producer Julian Hayda had recently moved to Ukraine to join the seminary, but now he continues his studies virtually as his colleagues in Ukraine take shelter and prepare to fight or flee. Hayda explores how the war reached this point and what this conflict means for the people of Ukraine.
The caviar trading ring that shook the Wisconsin DNR made big headlines in 2021, but the intricacies of the scandal were often lost in the headlines. The scandal involved avid sturgeon conservationists, local fishing clubs and sturgeon eggs that were donated to the DNR.
Milwaukee's Bronzeville neighborhood was named by The New York Times as one of the top places around the globe to visit for a changed world. Robert "Biko" Baker, an instructor at UWM in the African and African Diaspora Studies Department, shares how the area landed a position on the list.
This month Milwaukee Magazine is featuring winners of their 2022 Unity Awards, highlighting people and organizations making Milwaukee a better place. One of the featured people is Milwaukee artist Vedale Hill.
Two first generation Marquette Students, Julie Alemán and Wendy Pérez, started a business to provide textbooks free of cost for first generation students. It's called Community. Books. YOU., a non-profit business that seeks to make the first generation student experience easier.
One of Milwaukee’s longest-serving Black pharmacists, affectionately known as Dr. Lester Carter has passed away. Carter reportedly died from complications related to COVID-19.
The Black Panther Party is a notorious group with a robust history that includes a chapter here in Milwaukee. It first started operating in the 1960s but disbanded in the 1980s. The group reformed here in Milwaukee about seven years ago and continues to fight racism and uplift the community.
Wisconsin is known as America's Dairyland, but it does not have an official cheese yet. Earlier this month, state lawmakers held a public hearing on Senate Bill 371 that could name Colby as the big cheese of the state.
Science journalist Jennifer Walter who wrote about Delta-8 THC for this month's Milwaukee Magazine, explains what it is and its current regulation.
In another turbulent year affected by the fluid nature of the COVID-19 pandemic On Milwaukee's, Lori Fredrich identifies food trends and restaurants Milwaukeeans will miss in 2022 as well as new ones they should be looking out for.
Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson and Milwaukee Common Council President joins Lake Effect's Joy Powers to talk about the challenges looming over the city and how he plans to tackle them.
Many people abstain from alcohol for the tradition of Dry January. But even if you're not partaking in this tradition, contributor Jeanette Hurt has a few drink suggestions and tips to make the most of your non-alcoholic drinks.
Jenna Nobles, the director of UW-Madison's population research center, leads a new study that finds 1 in 5 women to have periods so irregular they're unlikely to know they're pregnant until after six weeks. She shares why this finding is so important in the conversation about abortion.
For Lake Effect's COVID Earners Series, we speak with businesses owned and operated by people of color, who are reimagining our city’s future during the pandemic. When you think about vegan food, maybe bland raw vegetables or fruit come to mind, but the owners of Royally Vegan disagree.
Dr. B Tucker Woodson, director of the Froedtert Hospital and the Medical College of Wisconsin Sleep Disorders Program, talks about what happens to our bodies when we don’t get good sleep and shares some habits that could help improve our rest.
We all have foods that stick to our bones and bring us comfort, especially during the winter. Milwaukee Magazine dining critic Ann Christenson shares her recommendations on where to indulge in comfort foods found in the Milwaukee area.
As the holidays continue to draw closer, perhaps you’ve been looking for an idea of what to give the readers in your life. Well, here at Lake Effect we have our own annual books to gift conversation with Daniel Goldin of Boswell Book Company.
Milwaukeean Charlie Berens has become an icon of Midwestern culture. He’s perhaps best known for his work on the Manitowoc Minute, but his new book, “The Midwest Survival Guide,” has yet again put him on the map as a New York Times bestseller.
Wisconsin state archeologist James Skibo and Wisconsin Historical Society maritime archeologist Tamara Thomsen share how they found and extracted the state’s oldest dugout canoe from the bottom of Lake Mendota in Madison, Wis.
Shortages have been top of mind this season, as people are looking at gifts for friends and family. For gaming companies these shortages have meant fewer games being published and fewer games available to buy. For this reason, gaming expert James Lowder decided to focus on a variety of different games - including some older picks - for our annual games to gift conversation.
Margaret Noodin, associate dean for humanities at UW-Milwaukee explains why remembering and reclaiming Indigenous names for places can be a way to heal — something that is especially important in Wisconsin where the relationship to Indigenous history can often seem hollow or tenuous.
For most Native Americans in Wisconsin, their languages are no longer what they speak at home or in day-to-day life. But Michael Zimmerman Junior, an Indigenous language specialist and consultant, is hoping to revitalize the language, and reestablish its prominence in these communities.
Beyond namesakes, and perhaps a few statues, accessing the rich history of Native Americans in Wisconsin can be quite an elusive task. Because of this Antonio Doxtator, author and enrolled member of Oneida Nation of Wisconsin, has dedicated himself to uncovering and proliferating this rich history.