Qe look at a new book called "Anti-Democratic." We learn about some of the dunes you can visit in and around Wisconsin. We tell you about a music teaching fellowship. Plus, we explore a new book full of fun facts and quirky stories about Milwaukee.

A new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum finds little evidence that the average child in Milwaukee today receives a higher quality education than when the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program was established in the 1990s.By Audrey Nowakowski, Rob Larry

We explore whether America is ready to elect its first Black female president. We look at why Milwaukee’s population has declined since the pandemic. We go behind the scenes at the Milwaukee Public Museum and learn about a rare painting. Plus, we visit the Cherry Street Garden in Milwaukee.

We examine how Milwaukee schools are doing. We tell you about a lawsuit trying to stop the I-94 expansion project. We talk with historian John Gurda about his Milwaukee guide. Plus, hear memories from Milwaukee's Great Circus Parade.

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson joins WUWM’s Lake Effect to discuss whether hosting the Republican National Convention was worth it for the city and how he’ll be involved in this week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago.By Xcaret Nuñez

Mayor Cavalier Johnson reflects on hosting the RNC and shares how he’s going to be involved in this week’s DNC. We’ll learn about the new Madeline Island Museum exhibit called “Passages.” Plus find out why there's been so many dragonflies along Lake Michigan’s shoreline.

Liberace is arguably one of Wisconsin's most famous sons. Yet there's no monument — or even a plaque — dedicated to his memory in his hometown of West Allis.By Joy Powers, Rob Larry

We dive into the Milwaukee County budget. We learn about Sickle Cell Disease. We tell you about a mobile piece of artwork in Milwaukee. Plus, share some beach science.

Join Lake Effect’s Xcaret Nuñez as she explores the wonderland of the Wisconsin State Fair with Lake Effect’s Jimmy Gutierrez, a lifelong Wisconsinite, as her tour guide.By Jimmy Gutierrez, Xcaret Nuñez

Key results from yesterday’s primary election. WUWM’s Eric Von Fellowship from past and current fellowship recipients. Learn about bird banding alongside young, aspiring scientists.

Future of the large rotating powwow exhibit at the Milwaukee Public Museum. First-time Wisconsin fair experience. A canned Sangria company founded by Milwaukee mixologists.

Columbus, Ohio, police officers who were in town for the RNC shot and killed a Milwaukee man while they were debriefing the day's events about a mile away from the convention. The shooting sparked community protests and calls for answers from the MPD.By Eddie Morales

Overview of tomorrow’s partisan primary election. Where things stand in the presidential race in Wisconsin. The Milwaukee police chief addresses fatal RNC shooting by out of state police officers. State park recommendations, including our very first to be founded.

Lake Effect’s Audrey Nowakowski and Milwaukee musician Trapper Schoepp bring you "Live at Lake Effect" — a filmed music series featuring local and nationally touring musicians performing in the Lake Effect Surf Shop. This episode features Milwaukee's own musical duo Amanda Huff & Steve Peplin.By Audrey Nowakowski, Trapper Schoepp

Going camping is a favorite summer pastime for many Wisconsinites. Summer is also a great time to explore Wisconsin’s many scenic waterways. In this month’s Wandering Wisconsin we help you plan a trip where you can do both!By Becky Mortensen

For the first time, Wisconsinites will vote on constitutional amendment ballot questions in a primary election. The amendments could have a big impact on how Wisconsin’s governor is able to allocate funds.By Jimmy Gutierrez, Emily Files

Politics in Wisconsin, and in the nation, often boils down to an “us vs. them" mentality. But how did we get here, and what’s keeping politics polarized?By Joy Powers, Sam Woods

Statewide elections in Wisconsin are regularly close. With it being a presidential election year, the battle over who gets to vote takes center stage.By Sam Woods, Joy Powers

Wisconsin has historically led the nation in creating, and limiting, union rights and bargaining power. We explore what that means for the state’s politics and culture.By Joy Powers, Sam Woods

What the constitutional amendments on the August primary ballot mean. The history of the EAA. The documentary “Butterfly in the Sky" tells the story of the TV series “Reading Rainbow.”

There are a few places in the city where seniors are perfecting dance moves and building friendships. They're showing us all how having a good time and staying healthy can go hand in hand.By Jimmy Gutierrez

Looking ahead to the first Wisconsin election with new legislative district maps. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and what rights it guarantees. Canoe camping on the Wisconsin River.

Exploring rhetoric from the RNC. The Daily Show’s Ronny Chieng on why he loves Milwaukee and Wisconsin. Wisconsin's rebounding crane population. The latest episode of Live at Lake Effect.

Following J.D. Vance’s speech Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention, University of Dayton associate professor of political science Christopher Devine discusses what kind of sway — if any — a vice presidential pick can have on voters.By Audrey Nowakowski

Capitol Notes discusses RNC and Wisconsin politics. Wisconsin pastor once a militant anti-abortion activist, now far-right thought leader. RNC volunteer shares their experience from the convention. We dance with seniors.

Fueled by cold brew, WUWM's Maayan Silver has been reporting both inside and outside of the Republican National Convention’s security zone. Here's what she's seen — and heard.By Audrey Nowakowski, Maayan Silver, Lina Tran

The sights, sounds and conversations we saw inside the RNC so far. Reaction to the convention from the Wisconsin Democratic Party. What kind of sway a vice presidential pick can have on voters. The Republican Party’s founding in Wisconsin and how they’ve evolved.

Restaurants and businesses inside the RNC's soft perimeter expected to see an economic boon this week. So far, the only economic impact has been bad business.By Jimmy Gutierrez

A deadly police shooting a half-mile from the RNC perimeter. Visitors and vendors at "Convention Fest." How businesses in and around the security perimeter are doing. How monitoring waste water during the RNC could help prevent the spread of illness.

From inside the RNC: the first day inside the convention, and a protest outside. The Great Milwaukee Block Party, a “joyous rebellion” of the RNC. A conservative environmental group sponsoring the RNC.

It took a lot of planning to get the Republican National Convention to Milwaukee and Omar Shaikh is one of the people who made it all happen. He's a local restauranteur and a member of the RNC Host Committee and he joins Lake Effect from the Panther Arena.By Joy Powers

From inside Panther Arena in Downtown Milwaukee: what the first day of the convention looks like. Milwaukee police chief on policing expectations. How this massive event is paid for.

Over the past few months, multiple local artists have spoken out about their work being censored. We look into what's actually going on.By Jimmy Gutierrez, Nadya Kelly