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Bowling is a beloved American pastime. The sport's roots run deep in Milwaukee, which previously held the title of "America’s Bowling Capital."
Here is a guide to help Wisconsinites vote in the Nov. 3 general election.
Here's what to know about what's at stake for the Dairy State during the 2026 midterm election.
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Katherine Kokal/WUWMFlags were waving and salsa music was roaring Sept. 12, as the Puerto Rican Festival of Wisconsin took over the Summerfest grounds. Hispanic Heritage month is Sept. 15 - Oct. 15. -
Mark Savage/Savage On WheelsIn a perfect world we’d all drive a Mazda MX-5 Miata, the skies would be clear, the temperatures warm, and all roads would be freshly paved.
This WUWM series focuses on the challenges of food accessibility in Milwaukee and examines solutions.
Join us October 12 and take a trip through the 12 astrological houses
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Meet Betty Suárez, founder of 'Aprende with Señora Betty,' a bilingual early literacy program that teaches children Spanish through storytelling, singing, dancing and more! -
"An American Inheritance: The Story of Racist Memorabilia in Wisconsin and the U.S." highlights the legacy of racist imagery. -
Hunger is rising in Wisconsin and there’s not enough emergency food to meet the need.
Nobody owns us but you … our listeners, our supporters, and the community we serve.
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Incumbent Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul is running to keep the seat, with a challenge from Fond du Lac District Attorney and Republican Eric Toney. -
Wisconsin Congressman Tom Tiffany escaped a sinking plane and swam to shallow water after an emergency landing in a lake. Tiffany and the pilot called 911 from on top of the plane. -
Veolia filed a lawsuit in Wisconsin Eastern District Court to stop the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission from moving forward with the next 10-year contract to manage two wastewater treatment plants. -
Steampunk is a subculture where people express themselves through Victorian-era costumes with a science fiction twist. For Bubbler Talk, we’ll learn about how southeastern Wisconsin is a major steampunk hub. -
Recently-retired social studies teacher Mark Schill from Nicolet High School in Glendale reflects on teaching on 9/11 and how educating students on the event evolved over the years.
Your connection to the community. Lake Effect brings you local conversations about the people, places and organizations that shape Milwaukee.
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