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These days, school is more than just a place of learning.The classroom has become a “home away from home” for some students, especially those whose lives…

A few weeks ago, Lake Effect introduced you to Kathy Sullivan, a pioneer among women astronauts. Sullivan flew on three Space Shuttle missions and was the…

If you’re already sure your favorite team is going to lose, why do you bother watching the game?Philosopher Simon Critchley is a lifelong fan of what the…

In 2004, when Matisyahu burst on the scene with his album Shake Off the Dust…Arise, he stood out in more ways than one. Bearded with traditional Hasidic…

Pleasant Valley Park is nestled along the Milwaukee River’s western shore in Milwaukee's Riverwest neighborhood. Long ago, the 23-acre parcel was home to…

For eight years (and counting), game aficionado James Lowder has joined Lake Effect, WUWM's locally-produced magazine program, to talk about the best…

Back when Adam Carr was a radio producer, he was a bit of a tumbleweed -- rolling into communities, telling stories, and leaving before he really had a…

Should you find yourself strolling along the Capitol Square in Madison, you may notice something shiny on North Carroll Street. It's not space ships…

There are still a few candles yet to be lit for Chanukah, the Festival of Lights. And even when the last menorah candle is out for the season, there will…

This time of year can mean the delights of decorations, merriment, family, and feasts. But the holidays also often bring stress. Whether it’s additional…