We talk to an official from the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office about a recent slew of overdose deaths. Then, we look at what the battle around electric scooters says about how we allocate space on our streets and sidewalks.

The Department of Motor Vehicles has a reputation for slow service. Governor Evers pledged to change that. We talk with a DOT official about DMV wait times and responsibilities. Then, midsummer heat can take a toll on gardens. We learn how to keep them healthy and growing strong.

Wisconsin lawmakers are working on bills that address sexual assault crimes and how the evidence in those cases are handled. We get the details. Then, a lawmaker who supports legislation that would allow voting rights for felons discusses the bills and explains prison gerrymandering in Wisconsin.

Nine tall ships are making their way to the Port of Green Bay this weekend. We explore the maritime history and get advice on how to make the most of the Tall Ships Festival. Then, we go underwater with an archeologist to learn about life beneath the surface of Wisconsin's waterways.

A Wisconsin university is offering new services to clean and repair wheelchairs. On the 29-year anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act, we take a closer look at these clinics. Plus we examine commonly used home medical devices and how to maintain them.

The terms and phrases we use to discuss issues can influence legislation and public policy. That’s what two Wisconsin researchers found on the topic of abortion. We explore how the politics around abortion impact public discourse and the ways the discussion is evolving.

NPR's Stephen Thompson joins the program to discuss the Sony Walkman, which landed on shelves 40 years ago this month and helped change how people experience music. Then, a political scientist discusses former special counsel Robert Mueller’s congressional testimony.

A reporter explains how the largest data breach in history exposed sensitive information for millions of Americans and which people may now be eligible for compensation. Then, a film critic discusses hyper-realistic graphics in movies and why fans sometimes loathe them.

While much of the attention in 2020 will be on the presidential race, all eight of Wisconsin’s congressional seats will once again be up for grabs. We check in on how these races are shaping up so far, who’s running, and which districts are expected to be the most competitive.

Many women who have made major scientific contributions remain relatively unknown. They disproved tenets once considered to be laws of physics, drastically reduced infant mortality rates, and made huge advances in cancer drugs. We explore the forgotten histories of some of science’s most important figures.