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We learn about a tool that can help connect Black and LatinX youth in Milwaukee to education and job resources. Then, highlight some films to see this weekend at the sixth annual Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival. We learn about the Festival City Symphony’s upcoming season. Plus, a new documentary tells the story of a fighter pilot downed over Italy, and his family finding the crash site 70 years later.

We speak with the executive director of the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce about how they plan to use federal aid dollars. Then, we learn how a proposed sandhill crane hunt could have an impact beyond the bird's population levels. A paranormal researcher looks back at some of Wisconsin’s most notable UFO sightings and activity. Plus, for this month’s Dig In! Venice Williams explains how to put your garden to bed for winter.

We meet the new director of UW-Milwaukee’s Electa Quinney Institute for American Indian Education. Then, learn about the first doctor to work in Wisconsin. Capitol Notes digs into the federal lawsuit filed by disabled voters over new Wisconsin election rules. We get a new pick for the August Book of the Month. Plus, Bubbler Talk tells the story of the first Black people who lived in Milwaukee.

We look at all the ways to vote in next week’s Primary Election. Then, the authors of The Steal talk about the people who attempted to overturn the 2020 election, and those who fought to preserve democracy. We look back at memorable political convention moments that have shaped American history. Plus, learn which Milwaukee neighborhoods continue to be deeply segregated and where it’s becoming more diverse.

We look at how changes to absentee voting will affect voters in Milwaukee and explore how to get a voter ID. Then, learn how Milwaukee compares to other similar cities in racial equity of homeownership. Plus, we explore the services offered by the Behavioral Health Division and the challenges they're trying to meet.

We learn about efforts to better educate people about Sikhism as we approach the ten year anniversary of the Sikh Temple shooting in Oak Creek. Then, look at a local movement to improve the quality of lunches at Milwaukee Public Schools. We examine some of the pitfalls of automated hiring systems. Plus, learn about the Leo zodiac.

We look at the low vaccination rate among kids and what it could mean for the start of the school year. Then, learn how COVID-19 affected Milwaukee’s economic growth. We look at the only sober living facility in Milwaukee’s Riverwest neighborhood. Plus, learn about the legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted and his impact on Milwaukee.

We look at the rising popularity of socialist policies in Wisconsin and around the nation. Then, learn about plans to dig up a local superfund site, a place that’s highly polluted with toxic materials. We look at the African American Roundtable’s plans to move funding from police to community organizations. Plus, explore some foodie destinations in Wisconsin.

We learn about two organizations helping people who are seeking abortion access out of state. Then, we explore some of the major races in the upcoming midterm election. We learn about a development plan that proposes some major changes in Milwaukee’s Bay View neighborhood. Plus, Bubbler Talk explores the interloan system at Milwaukee Public Libraries.

We explore how to talk with kids about school shootings. Then, as the student loan freeze comes to an end, we look at possible ways to reprieve student debt. We learn about the work of School Psychologists for Anti-Racism and Cultural Equity group, also known as SPACE. Plus, tell you about some places you can take your dog hiking in Wisconsin.