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Sisters Karen and Jennifer Lemke visited more than 50 parks to put together the accessible field guide. They consider it a showcase of the city they love and a vision for an inclusive future.
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The experimental documentary from Milwaukee filmmaker Jesse Mclean explores the relationships — and social contract — between people and the plants we live with.
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There was a lot of excitement yesterday. Parts of the country experienced a spectacular solar eclipse, and although Milwaukee wasn’t a prime location, plenty of people reveled in the experience.
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Heavy rains hammered our region this week, causing pressure on the MMSD sewage treatment plant, which couldn’t keep up with the demand. As a result, the MMSD discharged water and sewage into area rivers to prevent wastewater from backing up into basements.
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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.
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Purple is often associated with royalty and can promote a calming and healing state in the body. Here are some ways to add purple flowers and vegetables to your garden.
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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.
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The Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Epidemiology Center aims to ensure safe drinking water for tribal youth, who are more vulnerable to the health effects of contaminants like lead, PFAS and heavy metals.
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On April 2, Milwaukee residents will vote for mayor and common council members. So, how much power do those local officials have to affect environmental policies and practices?
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Milwaukee will experience 90% coverage of the solar eclipse on April 8th. Here's what to expect and how to best enjoy it.
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The American Birkebeiner is a cross country skier’s dream and means a lot to the local economy. Last month, organizers pulled off the event — despite Wisconsin’s warmest, largely snowless winter.
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Some parents are unsure if they should let their kids play in the frigid cold, but at the Tamarack Waldorf School on Milwaukee's east side, kids are always encouraged to explore the outdoors. We join them on a walk through the city and learn why the teachers are so passionate about outdoor education.