We speak with Wisconsin’s first Cartoonist Laureate. We learn about a local documentary that explores the world of Bank Swallows. We talk about the origins and evolution of the iconic song, “Summertime.”

The racial achievement gap in Wisconsin schools, and some potential solutions. A local documentary that explores the world of Bank Swallows. The 1952 Oconto frog invasion.

Giannis Antetokounmpo's immigration story from Nigeria, to Greece to the Cream City. We explore the many versions of the iconic song “Summertime.” Radio Milwaukee shares their recommendations for week two of Summerfest.

Wisconsin’s teachers' apprenticeship program and its uncertain future. We speak with Wisconsin’s first Cartoonist Laureate. Learn the origins and evolution of the iconic jazz song, “Summertime.”

Today on Lake Effect, we explore the many accomplishments of Milwaukee’s socialist mayors in our series: The Milwaukee Socialists.

The racial achievement gap in Wisconsin schools and what’s being done to try and solve it. The story of the first Juneteenth celebration in Milwaukee – 55 years ago. The upcoming Oneida Pow Wow and what you can see and experience at the event.

The history of Juneteenth and how Milwaukee celebrates. The Underground Railroad’s connections in Wisconsin – and what it says about our history. Bubbler Talk looks at Milwaukee's Public Natatorium.

We tell you about the racial achievement gap in Wisconsin schools and what's being done to try to solve it. We speak with the director of the film "Winter Hymns." We have a preview of the first weekend of Summerfest.