Wildfires on the west coasts of the United States have reduced air quality across the nation. Wildfire smoke, air pollution and COVID can all have adverse effects on your lungs. We learn from a respiratory therapist how to keep your lungs healthy.

We talk with a longtime Olympic reporter about how the U.S. Men's Olympic team is doing in this summer's Tokyo games. Then, w e check in on how Wisconsin educators are handling masking policies, promoting vaccination for eligible students, and preparing for classroom and virtual instruction.

The oceans remain largely unexplored and mysterious to humans, but they contain an enormous variety of life that is imperiled by overfishing, pollution, mining and climate change. We talk with a marine biologist, who has spent years exploring the deep seas, about what she’s found there.

We recap the results from Team USA's women athletes at the 2021 Olympics so far. Then, we take a look at how various companies are striving for racial equity in response to the Black Lives Matter movement.

Violence — and specifically gun violence — is increasing around the country. We discuss violence interruption efforts in Atlanta, Chicago and Milwaukee to see how those cities are working to keep the peace and save lives.

We talk with two WPR reporters about their recent PFAS chemical reporting. Then, we hear about the challenges a couple of filmmakers had during the pandemic.

Running a home is no easy task, especially when it comes to plumbing maintenance. We turn to a Wisconsin expert for help on clogged drains, energy efficient toilets, sump pumps and more.

We discuss how the Delta variant is causing an explosion of coronavirus infections and related masking advisories. Then, we hear about how to expand and grow the state's wine industry.

Wade Labecki is deputy director of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association, the organization that oversees prep sports statewide. As Labecki’s retirement nears, we hear reflections and discuss the state of high school athletics.

We talk to new Republican State Sen. John Jagler about his legislative priorities following his recent special election win. Then, we hear from Mary Kolar, secretary of the state's Department of Veteran Affairs.