Snow and record-breaking temperatures have hit the Midwest. A meteorologist explains what this means for Wisconsin. Then, we talk with a local sheriff about a program helping to feed the hungry. Finally, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett details his plans to address mass violence and other issues.

A lawmaker joins the program to talk about two drunk driving bills that passed state Senate last week. Then, we talk to Wisconsin's 2019 Teacher of the Year about how she works to create equal opportunities for all students.

Former Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch joins the morning show as she starts a new job promoting skilled trades with a construction industry trade group. Then, we talk with an author about rational thinking. We’re exploring whether it’s possible to change a mind.

Librarians are worried about the new limits a major book publisher is placing on its e-books. We talk to one about the digital landscape and how it affects library card holders. Then, we talk to a law professor about how language barriers can disadvantage those accused of crimes.

Republicans refused to address gun policy issues at a special session recently called by Governor Tony Evers. A reporter joins the show to discuss the debate, while also analyzing gun control laws. Plus, our WPR reporter details the Assembly's failed attempt to override the governor's budget vetoes.

Thousands of train enthusiasts will make their way to Milwaukee this weekend for Trainfest. On this Wisconsin Weekend, we’re grabbing the conductor hat to learn more about model trains. Our guest explains what families will see and what this hobby looks like today.

New research reveals that the U.S. is one of the few advanced economies that doesn’t guarantee paid vacation for employees. Wisconsin's lawmakers are working on new legislation to fund paid leave. Our guest takes a closer look at current state laws, including the Wisconsin Family and Medical Leave Act.

We look at legislation passed by the state Senate that aims to prevent future backlogs of sexual assault kits. Then, we consider how designating part of Lake Michigan as a marine sanctuary would affect historic shipwrecks and Wisconsin communities.

A researcher discusses the growth of Wisconsin's state budget reserves and what this pot of money could mean for lawmakers as they weigh future spending or tax cuts. Then, the author of a new book joins the program to discuss words that no longer get much use, such as mumpsimus and blatteroon .

Your hormones do a lot more than govern your sex drive and give you the occasional pimple. Hormones are foundational to who we are. They affect how we see ourselves and move through the world. We discuss what that might mean for women on hormonal birth control.