The story of one Hmong family that immigrated to the United States and the history of Hmong resettlement. The tension between local arts groups over funding. Science fiction films that stand out.
The end of UWM's Atmospheric Science program and its students' uncertain future. The history of sanctuary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and our country. Tavern Tuesdays explores how Wisconsin reacted to prohibition.
How waves of immigration have created our multicultural city. The demographics of the young people incarcerated in Milwaukee County. Green initiatives at Stone Creek coffee and how they’re navigating tariffs.
Healthcare professionals improving Black maternal and infant outcomes. Green initiatives and tariff navigation at work at Stone Creek coffee. How Milwaukee has been shaped by immigrants.
A new initiative to address the mental health needs of Black Milwaukeeans. The film “Speak.” follows students on a persuasive speech team. Plan a trip to the Apostle Islands.
How federal cuts affect Public Allies, an AmeriCorps program that helps develop young leaders. A documentary about young international students who work in the Wisconsin Dells. A historic home and museum in Lake Geneva.
We explore Wisconsin’s immigrant history and our perception of Latino communities. Towards an inclusive future and fighting for the rights of undocumented people. “unseen” on the life of a blind, undocumented immigrant.
How the Cesar Chavez BID is planning this year’s Cinco de Mayo celebration differently. Documentaries at the Milwaukee Film Fest. A look into April’s Zine Fest held at Milwaukee’s Central Library.
Protest safety ahead of May Day marches in Milwaukee and across the country. Sharon Dixon – a local LGBTQ pioneer bearing witnes to six decades of support. What Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail has to offer.
A year after student encampments against the war in Gaza, anti-war activists are marching with labor unions and immigrant rights groups in opposition to Trump. Wisconsin’s historic beer buildings. Live at Lake Effect.
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