To improve the level of care at the troubled King Veterans Home, state legislators sought more oversight power in the current budget. However, Governor Walker's vetoes keep most of the control within the Executive branch. We find out what that means for regulating the facility. We also learn about a program that has helped low-income people access a higher education at UW-Madison. Plus, a look at the top political stories of the week from Washington D.C. and beyond.

An ESPN host was recently suspended for violating the company's social media policy after she spoke out about racial issues and urged a boycott of the Dallas Cowboys. We discuss the legal aspects of her suspension and how the current political climate is affecting what television personalities are allowed to say. We talk with a native of Sheboygan that was part of the first graduating class at the world's only film school dedicated solely to comedy. We also get an update on the deadly wildfires burning in California's wine country. The map below, from the State of California's website , shows general locations of the fire:

A bipartisan bill that would allow for the cultivation of industrial hemp in Wisconsin gets a hearing today. We find out what was said and discuss the details of the bill. There's been a lot of discussion about sexism in Silicon Valley workplaces, but our guest says that same troubling culture can be found in the apps we use everyday. She discusses how apps are programmed in ways that leave out women and people of color. Also, one of our favorite literary experts stops by to talk about the best fall-time books to crack open.

The Environmental Protection Agency announced plans yesterday to roll back the Obama Administration's Clean Power Plan, which imposed carbon restrictions on power plants. We discuss how it would affect plant emissions and what has yet to happen before it becomes a reality. We also talk about the relationship between the media and President Trump after he asked on Twitter why the Senate Intelligence Committee isn't looking into fake news in America.

Some of history's greatest leaders have forged their reputations during times of crisis. The author of a book on leadership is with us to discuss how difficult circumstances can bring out our best. We also learn about an underground super volcano in Europe that some scientists say is getting ready to erupt. And, we look at the unusual October tornado that touched down in Madison this weekend.

The perpetrator of the mass shooting in Las Vegas last week was described by several media outlets as a "lone wolf." Our guest talks about why the term is so often tied up with the race and religion of the attacker. We also talk to a local filmmaker about her new documentary following Wisconsin girls and women with a passion for flat-track motorcycle racing. Plus, we discuss the immigration demands President Trump gave to Congress today as part of a deal on saving the DACA program.

The NRA has worked directly with some country music stars in recent years on gun issues. We hear why some in the genre are calling for a change after the mass shooting in Las Vegas. The University of Wisconsin regents wrap up their two-day meeting today. We find out about decisions regarding free speech and recruiting chancellors. And during Food Friday, we dive into the science of how meat cooks and get tips to improve our favorite cuts. A top news story gets a closer look as well.

As our "First Wisconsinites" series wraps up, we explore the stories of veterans in Native American communities. We talk with the director of the Oneida Nation Veterans Department and hear about one veteran's experience. We also look into the top Wisconsin news stories of the week, including a major project on the I-94 interstate being scrapped. Plus, we discuss the Trump administration's plans to roll back a mandate requiring employer-provided health insurance to cover the cost of birth control.

As Wisconsin continues to deal with the opioid epidemic, a new investigation shows that the state's drug users are more likely to be arrested than dealers. We break down the numbers and why dealers are eluding law enforcement. We also preview a new season of "Wisconsin Life," with the show's new host! Plus, a member of the Wisconsin Wetlands Association is with us to talk about a bill that would ease regulation of the state's wetlands for development.

Today on "First Wisconsinites," we learn about the arts in Native American communities. We talk to an author writing books with Native American protagonists and an award-winning musician that heads the Indigenous Girls' Rock Camp. We also discuss the gun lobby's resistance to allowing the CDC to research gun violence in America.