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We explore the relationship some people of color have with the American flag. We learn about Milwaukee’s long history of drag performance. Plus, speak with Top Note Tonic founders about awards they received for their craft cocktail mixers.

We learn how drought conditions are affecting the Milwaukee area. We tell you about the Milwaukee Climate and Equity Plan. Plus, we'll introduce you to our new series Live at Lake Effect.

We look at how the closure of Cardinal Stritch University is impacting undocumented students. We learn about the second season of the Be Seen podcast, which looks at Milwaukee's LGBTQ history. Plus, we listen back to a Bubbler Talk that looks into a mysterious bridge to nowhere in the woods in Milwaukee.

We look at the work being done to restore the historic Trinity Lutheran Church. We speak with the local TikToker known as the Trans Handy Ma’am. We learn about the Midwest surfing scene from the owner of the Lake Effect Surf Shop in Shorewood. Plus, bring you the first episode of our new music series Live at Lake Effect.

We tell you about Everywhere Is Queer, a world-wide map showing where you can find queer-owned businesses. We learn about an app that highlights Milwaukee’s LGBTQ history through walking tours. We look at some of the best summer dining options Milwaukee has to offer. Plus, talk to a Milwaukee-native about his new book of poetry, "Come Kingdom."

We share the history of Juneteenth and look at how Milwaukee celebrates. Capitol Notes digs into the politics behind calls to reappoint the state’s top election official. We speak with a local boxer and hear some new local Music in the Milwaukee Music Roundup.

We explore how to talk with kids about school shootings. We learn about efforts to better educate people about Sikhism. We tell you about a tool that trains physicians how to better break difficult news to patients. Plus, tell you about the large swarms midges you may be seeing at the lakefront.

We look at how low pay for public defenders and district attorneys is leading to a backlog of court cases in Wisconsin. We speak with sociologist Matthew Desmond about his book "Poverty, By America." A nature photographer talks about the balancing act of enjoying our natural areas while protecting them. Plus, we learn about World Premiere Wisconsin, a statewide theater festival.

We look at a program that helps kids and families dealing with violence. We explore the changes taking affect now that the federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency has ended. We look at a project that explores deindustrialization in Milwaukee. Plus, tell you what restaurants are opening and closing in the Milwaukee-area.

Lake Effect's Audrey Nowakowski & WUWM education reporter Emily Files speak with faculty, including Stritch University President Dr. Dan Scholz, and students about the upcoming closure of the university.