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There are a lot of human inventions, like philosophy and religion that attempt to answer the big questions: Why are we here? Do we have a purpose? Why are…

Over the past week, Lake Effect has offered some suggestions for people who are wishing for books or for games this holiday season.Our auto contributor…

For most people, their first exposure to Timothy Westbrook was his short-lived run on the Lifetime TV show Project Runway. But before that, Westbrook was…

There aren’t many scientists who are out and out celebrities.Steven Hawking might qualify but otherwise it’s a pretty short list. And there certainly…

Reaction is continuing to come in around the community in the wake of Monday's decision in the Dontre Hamilton case.Milwaukee District Attorney John…

Danny Ellis and Kurt Heikkinen know first-hand how difficult, and ultimately rewarding, a startup can be.

Our new contributor studies Material Culture, or what the objects in our lives say about us. Gianofer Fields is Lake Effect's newest contributor and a…

We learn how federal financial aid is being restored for people who are incarcerated and want to pursue a college education. We learn about some of the challenges female veterans face. NPR White House Correspondent Tamara Keith discusses Wisconsin politics. Plus, we tell you about voter mobilization efforts on dating apps.

We speak with a group of Black transgender women about the impact violence against transgender people has on their lives. Then, we look at how a lack of affordable housing is affecting Waukesha County. We learn about a new app called Maternity Metrix, a perinatal pocket guide. Plus, look at some fun things to do in Wisconsin that are a bit off the beaten path.

We learn about the DNR’s plan for wolf management in the state and how people are reacting to it. We learn about the House of History, a project dedicated to sharing local Black LGBTQ+ history. We look at the science and psychology behind a free throw. We tell you about the Moon Festival celebration coming up in Milwaukee. Plus, Bubbler Talk looks into the legend of a haunted radio in a West Allis bar.