Lake Effect is partnering with the Wisconsin Historical Society and Old World Wisconsin to bring you stories about beer and brewing in our state. We’ll be sharing these histories with you leading up to the grand opening of the restored Wittnebel’s Tavern at Old World Wisconsin.

May 1st signals International Workers Day. In Milwaukee, hundreds gathered to advocate for worker and immigrant rights.

Beginning your own garden can often be an overwhelming experience, but we break down how to make the hobby more approachable for new growers.

The La Causa Crisis Nursery & Respite Center has been a haven for children when their families are in crisis for more than 30 years.

Milwaukee Public Schools leaders announced their lead remediation plan for the 106 schools in the district built before 1978. It comes as the CDC has denied the city's request for help.

Milwaukee Public Schools leaders announced their lead remediation plan for the 106 schools in the district built before 1978. It comes as the CDC has denied the city's request for help.

Conservationists are working to increase access to environmental education in Milwaukee so students of color can connect with nature in their communities.

WUWM stopped by the Church of Gesu on Marquette University's campus to speak with people about the pontiff ahead of noon mass.

Milwaukee County is home to the largest number of foster children in Wisconsin, but it doesn't have enough foster homes to ensure children are kept in their communities. One in three children entering foster care are placed more than 20 miles from their home.

The 59-year-old campus will close this June due to under enrollment and financial constraints. This year, there were 589 students enrolled at UW-Waukesha.