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Dustin Jones is a reporter for NPR's digital news desk. He mainly covers breaking news, but enjoys working on long-form narrative pieces.

Scott Neuman is a correspondent for NPR's General Assignment Desk.

Alina Selyukh is a business correspondent at NPR.

We learn about low-wage jobs in Milwaukee and what they mean for the people working them. We hear from a formerly incarcerated man. We hear from an Indigenous chef who recently opened a restaurant in Wisconsin. Plus, learn about the history of Wisconsin pull tabs.

We look at how Milwaukee could decide the 2024 election. Then, we learn about efforts to simplify the reentry process from prison. Plus, explore the history of the iconic Oscar Mayer Weinermobile and meet two of its drivers.

Qe look at a new book called "Anti-Democratic." We learn about some of the dunes you can visit in and around Wisconsin. We tell you about a music teaching fellowship. Plus, we explore a new book full of fun facts and quirky stories about Milwaukee.

An immigration attorney weighs in on the current challenge to birthright citizenship. We examine the importance of civics education. We highlight some of Wisconsin's state parks. Plus, our latest Live at Lake Effect features Craig Finn.

Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan's legal team considers whether to go to trial or take a plea deal. How redlining affects access to homeownership today. The changing market of Christmas trees, and how sellers are adapting.

We hear from Iranian students who support US military actions in their home country. How the federal crackdown on immigration has impacted undocumented people in Milwaukee. We join a group of seniors for their monthly social club meet up.