We celebrate the start of AAPI Month with a look at why the cultural celebration takes place in May. We look at the history of the Hmong American Friendship Association and get a reading recommendation for AAPI Month. We speak with the director of the film "Trying." Plus, hear some new songs from local musicians in this month’s Milwaukee Music Roundup.

A Cardinal Stritch University professor shares their reaction to the school’s closure. We learn about Voces de la Frontera’s May Day march. We tell you about conservation efforts at the Kickapoo Valley Reserve. We look at Black Restaurant Week in Milwaukee. Plus, learn why Hattie McDaniel, the first Black person to win an Academy Award, credits Milwaukee for her success.

We hear from Mayor Cavalier Johnson on his plans to make Milwaukee’s streets safer for pedestrians. To honor the passing of activist Harry Belafonte, we listen back to a conversation about the week he hosted “The Tonight Show.” We talk to the authors of a new book on the success story of the Fox River cleanup. Plus, explore some old wives tales on how to better your garden.

We look at Republican proposals to reform the state's welfare programs. We hear from bus riders about the changes that are being implemented. We tell you about the Hope Shining Blue event that recognizes sexual and domestic abuse survivors and advocates. Plus, we speak with a Wisconsin-born author about her new book.

We learn about the impact of untested rape kits. Capitol Notes looks at efforts to legalize medical marijuana and other legislation. We hear from an international student who attends Cardinal Stritch University who recently found out the school is closing. Plus, listen back to a conversation Wisconsin’s State Archaeologist who passed away.

We learn about the investigation into the death of domestic violence victim Bobbie Lou Schoeffling. We tell you about the Land Restoration School in our Earth Week series. We look at what Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail has to offer. Plus, tell you what you can see in the night sky during spring.

We explore the misconceptions around human trafficking. In our Earth Week series, we learn about the legacy of Aldo Leopold. We hear from the owner of Discourse Coffee about his new book of coffee recipes. Plus, we learn about Redner’s Rescued Cat Figurine Mewseum.

We learn about an effort to get more women police officers across Wisconsin. We hear an Indigenous person’s perspective on land and water conservation. We meet the first Black woman to own a spin studio in Milwaukee. Plus, tell you about the opening night film at the Milwaukee Film Festival.

We kick off our Earth Week series on the impact of declining biodiversity. Capitol Notes examines the new Republican bills on guns and welfare work requirements in Wisconsin. We tell you about the work of the National Weather Service here in Milwaukee. We tell you why you might be seeing more stink bugs around. Plus, learn about some of the hidden gems in the Milwaukee County Parks system of trails.

We learn about the literary art exhibition that was removed from the Wisconsin Center. A Milwaukee creative shares her experience after losing her mother to suicide. We tell you about some events happening around Milwaukee Day. We tell you about Meat on the Street moving into the Milwaukee Public Museum. Plus, share a piece of Bronzeville's history.