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On April 7, Wisconsin will elect a new Supreme Court justice. But how do judges think about law, and what are the way of interpreting a constitution?
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Michael A. Dean/WikimediaMilwaukee is fortunate to have many historic movie theaters still in operation, but the city was once home to many lavish movie palaces fitted with lavish decor and seats for thousands of movie goers. -
Eddie Morales/WUWMOn Tuesday in Milwaukee, travelers said they didn't experience long TSA screening delays, but they're concerned about ICE being deployed to major airports. -
SAMER GHANISamer Ghani's "Memories of a Street Cat” comes out March 25, with a free release party at Cactus Club and music from five local acts. -
Allegra Delli Carpini/Provided by Marquette WireMarquette students are criticizing the university for its choice of Chris Duffey as the speaker at Marquette's 2026 graduation. Duffey oversees AI for Adobe.
How to vote, who the candidates are and what's at stake.
Join us at the Community Development Alliance Homeownership Lab on April 27.
Swing State of the Union
Swing State is back with some bonus episodes. We’ll investigate two broad questions about our state courts: How do we hold judges accountable, and how do different justices interpret Wisconsin’s constitution?
Rising Forward: Stories of Change
Hosted by Shannon Sims, this podcast goes behind the headlines to explore the social entrepreneurs transforming Milwaukee and beyond. Shannon leverages her networks, resources and journalistic curiosity to uncover the stories of innovative changemakers who are building businesses that solve pressing community challenges.
Seeking Solutions: Keys to Homeownership
This WUWM series digs into systemic housing problems in Milwaukee and sheds light on solutions.
Here's how to find WUWM stories and podcasts on NPR.org and the NPR app.
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Over the past generation, Black women have been at the vanguard of defining Milwaukee’s art scene — even if they haven’t always been recognized for the work. This week, we’re meeting the women and hearing their stories. -
In the April 7 general election, incumbent Christine Symchych is running against Jennie Stoltz for Fox Point village president. -
Karen Spiegelberg and Matt Rosek are running for Oconomowoc mayor. The election is April 7.
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Some legislators, including GOP Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu, announced they won't be running again. How does that change the outlook for Democrats ahead of the fall election? -
Mazda still offers its compact sedan in more varieties than some automakers entire lineups offer. -
WUWM speaks with Sharol Britton, a Milwaukee resident on SSI who's been sheltering this winter in her van. -
The Lange family has been crafting millwork for decades in the Thurston Woods neighborhood. Now its offspring LUSH (Lange Urban Sustainable Homes) hopes to be part of the solution to Milwaukee's housing challenges. -
A WUWM listener asked why colleges in Milwaukee don't offer African languages as foreign languages. Marquette and UWM only offer Arabic.
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