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We check in on where various lawsuits challenging the results of the 2020 election stand, and talk to a political scientist about important dates in the electoral process between now and inauguration day in January. And a sports columnist joins us to look at how various sports have been managing their seasons despite a pandemic that has only intensified nationwide.

We talk with a local Democratic party leader about what the party is doing well in rural areas, and what they could improve on. And a theater and media journalist joins us to talk about a big announcement from a major movie producer that could impact the future of theaters.

Secondhand clothing and thrift shopping for fashion have been getting more popular in recent years. We find out what's driving the trend. We also look back at the history of Black women in the suffrage movement and how they helped secure the right to vote.

Despite a tough financial year for many Americans, charity giving is on the rise. We find out more about this year's data. We also get an update on COVID-19 numbers around the country and how states are responding. Plus, a photo contest in Appleton is searching for images of hope.

Secondhand clothing and thrift shopping for fashion have been getting more popular in recent years. We find out what's driving the trend. We also look back at the history of Black women in the suffrage movement and how they helped secure the right to vote.

WPR's state capitol bureau chief joins us to talk about what the Wisconsin state Assembly Republicans offered in the way of coronavirus relief legislation. Then a cookbook author and food writer shares some recipes from their latest cookbook, and talks about timely comfort foods.

We talk with a higher education expert about how the pandemic may be influencing the way students look at attending college. And a tech columnist joins us to share how different states are using smartphone notifications to let people know they may have been exposed to the coronavirus.

WPR's state capitol bureau chief joins us to talk about what the Wisconsin state Assembly Republicans offered in the way of coronavirus relief legislation. Then a cookbook author and food writer shares some recipes from their latest cookbook, and talks about timely comfort foods.

We talk with a research scientist about the appearance of snowy owls in Wisconsin this winter. And a political reporter walks us through some of the storylines they're following during the sunset of President Donald Trump's term.

A clinical psychologist offers some advice for making the most of a safe, isolated holiday season. Then we talk with a director of teacher education about a program helping to meet the need for more special education teachers in rural parts of Wisconsin. And a pair of directors share the story behind a rule-breaking television station developed just for kids.