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Finding books for children of all different ages on topics like homophobia, discrimination, ableism, and identity that still read like an engaging story can be a challenge. We hear from an educator at the Anti-Defamation League about some book titles to share with kids of different ages. We also listen to your concerns and talk about the latest news at WPR on Mondays With Mike, and we discuss why the Green Bay Packers fired the team's head coach of 13 years.

State lawmakers are planning to vote on several Republican priorities this week, including shortening the window for early voting and preventing Gov.-elect Tony Evers from changing the voter ID law. We preview the measures and examine the reactions they're getting from Republicans and Democrats. Then, if you've noticed a high noise level on a recent dining out experience, you're not alone. Turns out the design of restaurants is changing and it's making the spaces louder. We learn more about that and we sort out the latest news about Michael Cohen, Paul Manafort, and Russia business deals.

Before the new trade deal between the U.S., Mexico and Canada can take effect, it needs to be approved by Congress. We examine the factors that may make passage of the agreement uncertain. Plus, do you ever feel like your recipes are missing that special something? The author of a new cookbook says vinegar could add the 'oomph' you're looking for, from sandwiches to chocolate cake. We also take your calls and ask 'What did you want to be when you grew up?'

A proposed power line project would run about 125 miles from west of Madison to Dubuque County in Iowa. We hear from both sides. And the city of Eau Claire has reduced the fine for possession of marijuana to $1 for first-time offenders. We talk about this and more state stories on Wisconsin News Roundup. And we look at what's behind the continued decline in life expectancy.

Earlier this month a photo of Baraboo High School students, giving what appears to be the Nazi salute drew nationwide attention. We learn about the new resolution for inclusive environments the school has adopted. We also explore new data suggesting there could be a relationship between where you live and your health outcomes. And we take a look at the auto industry after GM announced big cuts.

The opioid epidemic is taking a toll on school districts and the foster care system, as displaced children move from place to place while their parents deal with addiction. We talk to two education reporters about the big picture. We also hear about new data that finds women experience higher stress levels than men.

A bill that would drop legal protections for gray wolves in the lower 48 states moved to the U.S. Senate after being passed in the House. We talk to Rep. Sean Duffy about the bill. We also make room for childhood nostalgia when we explore Scholastic book fairs. And we take a look at the latest national news in Week in Washington.

During the holiday season, we talk about how to end the year on good financial footing. We also hear about a Milwaukee basketball league that offers career and life advice to its young players. And we'll take a look at what Republican state lawmakers have in store for a lame-duck session in the final weeks of Governor Scott Walker’s term.

A state council has introduced a new plan to address homelessness in Wisconsin. We look at what it does and the impact it could make. Then, the author of a new book explains how America, a nation of immigrants, has never been too friendly with the millions of people who have come to the U.S. We also discuss when it's appropriate to give a Christmas gift and when it's not.

Despite the record number of Americans who believe there is nothing wrong with sex between unmarried adults, the percentage of young people and teenagers having sex is dropping. We talk to a reporter about what's contributing to these numbers. We also discuss the new climate change report from the Trump administration that details how our health and economy may be at risk.