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We learn about gay liberation activist Marsha P. Johnson. Then, look at Skylight Music Theatre’s latest production celebrating forgotten Black artists. We tell you about a backyard abstract mural inspired by the Palestinian flag - and what it means for the artist who commissioned it. Plus, learn about the Milwaukee Mile — the oldest race track in the U.S.

A look at the sharp decline in Milwaukee’s unsheltered, homeless population and some of the COVID-19 measures that helped. Then, we hear from a Milwaukee yoga teacher who’s working to make the practice more inclusive. Astronomy contributor Jean Creighton shares some ways to appreciate this week’s full moon. And Bubbler Talk explores why Milwaukeeans love cheese, sausage, mushroom and onion on their pizza.

The executive director of Fair Wisconsin breaks down the gaps in nondiscrimination laws for LGBTQ Wisconsinites. Then, we look at a new report about how Wisconsin could spend its surplus tax money. We look at the Lakeside event series at the Milwaukee Art Museum and learn about some of the city’s Native American history. Plus, learn about the rise in popularity of micro weddings.

We look at what both buyers and sellers can expect for the 2022 housing market. Then, learn about a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel investigation into electrical fires, after a man was killed. We learn how working from home during the pandemic and moving work online has impacted cybersecurity and ransomware attacks. Plus, look at a series of events based on Latin American cultures and their connections to the night sky.

We speak with the Dominican Center’s new Executive Director. Then, hear how a recent high school grad has adjusted to life with COVID-19 in our Pandemic Reflections series. We learn about the discovery of a wildflower that hasn’t been seen in Wisconsin in over 50 years. Plus, hear some new local songs in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We learn about the new Center for Research in Psychoactive Substances at UW-Madison. Then, a new report shows fewer students are filling out a key financial aid form. We find out what that could mean for college enrollment. We look at five things to do this month in Milwaukee. Plus, learn about the career and legacy of South Milwaukee native, and pro-wrestler, “Da Crusher.”

Community members in Kenosha talk about how they’re feeling as the trial for Kyle Rittenhouse gets underway. Then, we tell you about the financial outlook for the Milwaukee County Parks system and the potential consequences of budget shortfalls. Plus, in our Book of the Month series a Milwaukee Public librarian recommends what to read during Native American Heritage Month.

On today’s Chancellor’s Report we’ll talk about WaterMarks — a collaborative that's bringing artists, scientists & community members together in targeted areas of the city to help people better understand their relationships to the water systems and infrastructure that support their lives.

As the Kyle Rittenhouse trial develops, we revisit our conversation with two Kenosha natives who witnessed part of the deadly shooting in 2020. We hear from one of the leaders of the Milwaukee American Indian Movement, who took over an abandoned Coast Guard station 50 years ago.