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We learn why We Energies wants to raise prices and hear from an organization that is pushing back on the plan. Then, we learn about Narcan and how it helps reverse an opioid overdose. Plus, look at an exhibit at the Charles Allis Art Museum that's shedding light on the signs of segregation that live on in our community.

We hear a firsthand account about how the decision to overturn Roe V Wade is impacting career women waiting to have children. Then, speak with Wisconsin high school students about their efforts to fight hate in their communities. We learn about the Milwaukee Tech Hub Coalition and their mission to create a pipeline for tech careers in the city. Plus, look at the Wisconsin origins of the Oscar Meyer Weiner song.

Racine County now has a violent crime reduction coordinator, we hear from her about what set her on the path to healing and helping others. Then, look at how the great resignation has impacted the workforce in the Milwaukee area. Plus, we learn about a new BIPOC Executive Leadership in the Arts program and how the Marcus Performing Arts Center is playing a role in it.

We look at what President Biden's student loan forgiveness program will mean for Wisconsin borrowers. Then, we look at the Adopt a Cow program and how it’s helping Wisconsin students learn about agriculture and the dairy industry. Plus, learn about the in-person return of the Milwaukee International Short Film Festival.

We learn how the Inflation Reduction Act could help more people in our area build and live in environmentally friendly homes. Then, look at five community events happening this month in Milwaukee, and bring you a new book recommendation for the month. Plus, we explore Walker's Point history as a gay neighborhood.

Today on Lake Effect, we learn about a training program for those responding to mental health crises with de-escalation and intervention techniques. A local suicide survivor talks about their journey and their work helping others with mental health struggles. Then, we look at a new study exploring the physical and emotional effects of being in nature.

We look at how local organizations are preparing vulnerable Milwaukeeans for extreme weather conditions. Then, learn about a documentary inspired by a student exchange program in the 1960s in Milwaukee. We learn about the Mural of Peace on Milwaukee’s south side. Plus, look at the traditional Hmong sport tuj lub.

Death isn’t always easy to talk about, but our approaches to death and dying say so much about who we are.

A child and family therapist shares why it’s important to start talking to kids about racism early and ways to approach the conversation. Then, we talk to a local woman who’s changing the medical industry from the inside out. We explore an exhibit that features souvenirs, photos, and trinkets brought home by Wisconsin veterans. Plus, tell you how a culinary historian is working to restore African Americans to the center of barbecue history.

We learn more about the history and future of Milwaukee’s Bronzeville neighborhood. Then, learn how to identify some of the signs of burnout and how to reframe it. We chat with a UWM PhD student about his time on Jeopardy! Plus, learn about a course at Carroll University that hands out dogs to students and what they can learn from the experience.