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We learn about an effort to get Wisconsin’s Native people to the polls. Capitol Notes takes a final look at how the state supreme court race is stacking up ahead of the election. We look at what Opening Day means for Milwaukee baseball fans. We learn about some of the hidden gems in the Milwaukee County Parks system of trails. Plus, get a poetry book recommendation for National Poetry Month.

We look at what the results of the April election will mean for Wisconsinites. NPR’s Syliva Poggioli shares what kept her working in public radio for over 40 years. We learn about a local man who changed the auto racing game. We learn about the recovery of the peregrine falcon population in Wisconsin. Plus, speak with the last commercial fisherman on Washington Island in Door County.

We learn about low-wage workers in Milwaukee. We look at what climate change means for the Great Lakes region. We learn about queer quilting workshops at MIAD. Plus, look at some of the history and traditions around Wisconsin food and drink staples.

We unpack the results of yesterday’s election. Then, tell you about a new series about Milwaukee called “Good Things Brewing.” We learn about the Video Game History Foundation. Plus, hear some new local music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We learn about an effort to get more women police officers across Wisconsin. We hear an Indigenous person’s perspective on land and water conservation. We meet the first Black woman to own a spin studio in Milwaukee. Plus, tell you about the opening night film at the Milwaukee Film Festival.

We kick off our Earth Week series on the impact of declining biodiversity. Capitol Notes examines the new Republican bills on guns and welfare work requirements in Wisconsin. We tell you about the work of the National Weather Service here in Milwaukee. We tell you why you might be seeing more stink bugs around. Plus, learn about some of the hidden gems in the Milwaukee County Parks system of trails.

We explore the misconceptions around human trafficking. In our Earth Week series, we learn about the legacy of Aldo Leopold. We hear from the owner of Discourse Coffee about his new book of coffee recipes. Plus, we learn about Redner’s Rescued Cat Figurine Mewseum.

We learn about the investigation into the death of domestic violence victim Bobbie Lou Schoeffling. We tell you about the Land Restoration School in our Earth Week series. We look at what Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail has to offer. Plus, tell you what you can see in the night sky during spring.

We learn about the impact of untested rape kits. Capitol Notes looks at efforts to legalize medical marijuana and other legislation. We hear from an international student who attends Cardinal Stritch University who recently found out the school is closing. Plus, listen back to a conversation Wisconsin’s State Archaeologist who passed away.

We look at Republican proposals to reform the state's welfare programs. We hear from bus riders about the changes that are being implemented. We tell you about the Hope Shining Blue event that recognizes sexual and domestic abuse survivors and advocates. Plus, we speak with a Wisconsin-born author about her new book.