We discuss new research looking at how psychedelic medicine could treat mental health illnesses like depression, anorexia and addiction. Then, we dive into newly-released state standardized test results out this week.

What does it mean to be non-religious? Researchers once assumed it meant not believing in a god, going to church, or holding religious beliefs. Our guest says there’s a better way of understanding irreligiosity and argues that being nonreligious is just as complex and variable as being religious.

We talk to a reporter about the opposition facing a proposed $700 million natural gas plant in Superior. Then, we dig into the foresting history and politics of the Amazon. Plus, look at why ATV routes are popping up across Wisconsin, and the public concern around them.

With Wisconsin's paper industry leading the nation, we look at the challenges it faces and the future of paper. Plus, we talk to a state official about the $7.1 million in federal funding AmeriCorps programs across Wisconsin are receiving.

We look at how a temporary wage increase for some prison staffers has impacted correctional facilities around the state. Then, an industry analyst explains why she thinks minivans, which have seen low sales in recent years, could make a comeback.

The CDC reports that illness caused by vaping is on the rise, and health officials are issuing warnings. We discuss what we know and what we don’t about vaping’s effect on the body. Plus a radiologist explains barriers to lung cancer screening and what to know if you need to get tested.

In our state capitol report, a Republican state senator discusses several bills he’s authored. We’re learning more about his legislative agenda and what he hopes to accomplish. Plus, we look closer at Wisconsin lawmakers leaving office as well as the status of state politics.

We hear about a festival that's all about sheep, yarn and wool. Then, our guest shares some of the best, affordable weekend trips to take this fall.

In the U.S., 85 percent of parents want character education in schools and 95 percent of Americans consider a president’s character to be important. Our guest ethics expert walks us through how character is taught and how it is applied in our education and criminal justice systems.

The Wisconsin Humane Society tells us about its efforts to rescue animals ahead of Hurricane Dorian, and other issues affecting shelter animals in the state. Then, we talk to a Wisconsin school district about its decision to start the school day later.