A science professor explains how Wisconsin’s warm winter is affecting the state’s population of pests like ticks and mosquitos. Then, we learn about newer trends in teen vape use. Then, a UW-Eau Claire professor tells us about waste incineration technology and advancements.

We talk with leaders of the Poor People’s Campaign about their advocacy for low-income voters. Then, the head of Milwaukee County’s Community Reintegration Center discusses services for incarcerated people. Then, a panel of researchers and providers review care for neurodivergent people in Wisconsin.

A dentist and a researcher discuss the health benefits and risks of fluoride in drinking water. Then, we hear from a meteorologist on a UW-Madison project studying extreme weather in Antarctica. Then, a NASA scientist and a space reporter review the latest in space exploration news.

We speak with St. Norbert College’s Ben Chan, who is back on “Jeopardy!” in the show’s Tournament of Champions. Then, we learn about the placement of tens of thousands of gunshot monitoring sensors, including more than 100 in Milwaukee. Then, author Sue Leaf discusses her relationship with Lake Superior.

We learn about a bill that would establish a statewide advisory council on the practice of palliative care. Then, we talk with state Rep. Deb Andraca, D-Whitefish Bay, about proposals to restrict firearms on college campuses. Then, we examine a new book about alternative structures for the economy.

We learn about UW-Madison’s new record for research funding. Then, the Prairie du Chien mayor describes the impact of a bridge closure. Then, an Oshkosh worker explains why he helped decertify his union. Then, we hear two stories about people on Medicaid and the odd history of yellow margarine. Then, Miss Snowflake discusses snowmobiling.

We learn about detecting viruses by monitoring air in public spaces. Then, an economist at the Chicago Federal Reserve explains why racial wealth gaps persist. Then, we examine efforts to reduce the use of additives in food.

A WPR reporter explains why the state Ethics Commission is recommending felony charges in a campaign finance case. Then, a UW-Madison student from Turkey details the country’s recovery after a devastating earthquake. Then, we learn more about National Science Foundation funding in Wisconsin.

We explore the state Department of Public Instruction’s new list of recommended reading programs. Then, we hear about a nonprofit working in the Chippewa Valley to resettle dozens of refugees. Then, a Marquette University Law School scholar discusses former President Donald Trump’s court appeals. Then, we examine a trade publication’s praise for Wisconsin golf courses.

The Assembly wraps up its floor session. We talk with a statehouse reporter about bills and constitutional amendments that advanced. Then, we explore a new audit that shows reduced wait times for professional licenses. Then, we learn about how the history of the most disadvantaged places in America, as described in a new book called […]