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Much of the Southwest U.S. is experiencing extreme heat this week — with temperatures blazing past 100 degrees. And a phenomenon known as a heat dome is to blame.

Over 200,000 people canceled their subscriptions in the first few days following news that The Washington Post would not endorse any presidential candidate.

Coronavirus cases are still at pandemic highs with more than 800,000 new cases reported daily. But there are signs this surge may begin to abate soon, and some places may already be past their peak.

Governments worldwide are tracing people with COVID-19 to stop the spread of the virus. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker about the state's contact tracing efforts.

The first Black woman to serve on Wisconsin’s court of appeals shares her reaction to the nomination of the first Black woman to the U.S. Supreme Court. Then, we hear about the battle over daylight saving time in Wisconsin. Political stand-up comedian Hari Kondabolu talks about his return to touring. Plus, our Dig In! series, gives tips on how to prepare your garden for the growing season.

We look at the redistricting process happening with Milwaukee’s aldermanic districts. Then, learn why half of Wisconsin’s working women are considering quitting their jobs. We learn why the Milwaukee Public Museum is hoping to create a new and smaller museum. Plus, get some cheese and cocktail combinations for this holiday weekend.

We look at the shifting narratives around the January 6th insurrection and how baseless claims of voter fraud are affecting voter rights. Then, chat with the owner of Royally Vegan about how cooking up vegan recipes turned into a career during the pandemic. We learn about five things happening this month in Milwaukee and tell you about a Fox Point home’s light display spreading joy all year round.

We learn which Milwaukee neighborhoods continue to be deeply segregated and where it’s becoming more diverse. Then, learn about the different ways Wisconsin may choose to fund future maintenance projects for the Brewers at American Family Field. We look at the recovery of the peregrine falcon population in Wisconsin, and what it means for the health of our environment.

A reporter who witnessed the deadly events at the Waukesha parade shares her experience. Then, Listen MKE examines the racial divide in how self defense claims are handled by the justice system. We talk with the founder of Milwaukee Mothers Against Gun Violence about why changing the narrative on victims is so important to her. Plus, culinary historian Kyle Cherek talks Thanksgiving.

We’ll look at what the United Nations climate change report is predicting about Midwestern states like Wisconsin. Then, we’ll look at the opposition to affordable housing projects planned for Milwaukee and misconceptions about how these projects impact a neighborhood. We’ll break down the latest on GOP-led investigations into the 2020 election in Wisconsin. Plus, we’ll tell you about the return of the Morning Glory Art Fair in the Deer District.