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One of the characteristics of our culture today is that of violence. All over our nation and the world, many have been impacted by mass shootings, knifings, physical assault and sexual assault, car jackings, teen takeovers and domestic violence. Amidst such times it behooves us to be alert. It's not about being fearful as we go out the door each day, but are there precautions you can take to stay safe or to induce a climate of safety? How should we respond in such times? Returning to Crosstalk to discuss this issue was Dr. Richard Schmidt. Dr. Schmidt is pastor of Union Grove Baptist Church, and founder of Prophecy Focus Ministries. He's the speaker on the weekly TV program, Prophecy Focus and the radio broadcast, Prophecy Unfolding. He is an author of several books primarily related to Bible prophecy. He spent 32 years in law enforcement including that of acting sheriff of Milwaukee County until his retirement. The broadcast began with Dr. Schmidt citing some astounding statistics. 7,618 homicides have taken place in America just since January. The injury total from these homicides 14,245. Up until yesterday there have been 278 mass shootings based on four or more people having been injured or killed. Keep in mind, this is just gun violence as we must remember that violence also takes place in numerous other ways as well. So when it comes to violence, in addition to the categories already listed, are there any special precautions that women should take? What about church gatherings, active shooters or road rage? Review this edition of Crosstalk for the information you need to know in order to stay safe! More Information: myugbc.com

This podcast was taped at 1:15 p.m. Eastern time on Thursday, July 30, 2026.State Assemblywoman Francesca Hong leads in the polls over Milwaukee County executive David Crowley. Hong's progressive views and membership in the Democratic Socialists of America has won her fans on the Democratic Party's left, but others in the party fear she couldn't win a general election. We look at the race, its candidates and the issues at play.This episode: White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, and Wisconsin Public Radio state house reporter Anya van Wagtendonk.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

The Aug. 11 primary is less than two weeks away! Today, we continue our election coverage as host Bianca Martin sits down with Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley. The two dig into his vision for Wisconsin, his stance on data centers, and get real about his chances of securing the Democratic nomination for governor after dropping out then rejoining the race.

Air quality in Milwaukee reached historically hazardous levels last week. And while it's gotten better, there are still reasons to be cautious. Wildfires in Canada continue to burn across Ontario. Some health experts are advising people to stay vigilant, with the potential for more smoke spreading over the Midwest. Dr. Ben Weston is Milwaukee County's Chief Health Policy Advisor. He joins WUWM's Eddie Morales to talk about the effects of short- and long-term exposure to wildfire smoke. 

As the air quality improves in Milwaukee, wildfires continue spreading across Canada. Milwaukee County's chief health policy advisor shares how to stay healthy during air quality warnings.

Judge Dugan was convicted of felony obstructing in federal court in December — in a case that, as she put it, cast her as "both a scofflaw and a hero." Her sentence does not include prison time.

This Day in Legal History: Vermont Bans SlaveryOn July 8, 1777, delegates meeting in Windsor adopted the Constitution of the Vermont Republic—and in doing so, Vermont became the first place in North America to write the prohibition of slavery into its founding law. At a moment when the newly declared United States tolerated and protected human bondage, a small, unrecognized republic on the frontier put a very different principle on paper.The relevant language was striking for its era. The Vermont constitution declared that all people are born equally free and independent, and it provided that no adult could be held as a servant, slave, or apprentice against their will—specifically, no man over twenty-one and no woman over eighteen. It was not a complete abolition; the age limits meant the document did not immediately free everyone, and enforcement in practice was uneven and incomplete for years afterward. But as a matter of constitutional text, it was the first time on this continent that a government's foundational law declared slavery inconsistent with the very idea of being born free.The context matters. In 1777, Vermont was not yet a state—it wouldn't join the Union until 1791—and it existed in a kind of legal limbo, claimed by both New York and New Hampshire and recognized by neither. That outsider status may have given its drafters room to be bolder than their contemporaries. While the framers of the national government were negotiating the compromises that would embed slavery in American law for another four generations—the three-fifths clause, the fugitive slave clause, the twenty-year protection of the slave trade—Vermont's drafters wrote the opposite conviction into their first article.The significance of July 8, 1777 is partly symbolic and partly practical. Symbolically, it established that abolition was not some later invention imposed on a reluctant founding generation, but a principle that existed at the founding itself, chosen by people who could see the contradiction between declaring all men free and holding some in bondage. Practically, Vermont's provision became an early data point in the long argument that would run through the Northwest Ordinance, the gradual emancipation statutes of the northern states, the abolitionist movement, the Civil War, and finally the Thirteenth Amendment. It's a reminder that constitutional law is not just handed down from the most powerful actors—that sometimes the boldest legal principles come from the margins, from a place that wasn't even sure it counted as a state, writing down what it believed the law ought to be.A former Milwaukee County judge, Hannah Dugan, has been sentenced in federal court after being convicted of obstructing an immigration arrest outside her courtroom—a case that became a flashpoint in the fight over the Trump administration's use of courthouses to stage immigration enforcement. Dugan, who is 67 and was an elected circuit court judge, was found guilty of obstructing a federal proceeding, though a jury acquitted her of a lesser concealment charge.Federal immigration agents came to Dugan's courthouse to arrest Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, a Mexican man who was scheduled to appear before her on misdemeanor assault charges. Prosecutors said Dugan directed him out through a non-public “jury door” in an effort to help him avoid the agents waiting in the public hallway. It didn't work—Flores-Ruiz walked through a public hallway with his attorney anyway, and agents arrested him outside after a brief foot chase. But the government charged Dugan criminally for what she did inside the courthouse, and a federal jury convicted her in December.Think about the competing principles colliding here. On one side is the idea that no one, not even a judge, gets to physically obstruct federal law enforcement carrying out its duties. On the other is a real institutional worry that animated a lot of the coverage: if immigration agents stake out courthouses, people with pending cases—victims, witnesses, defendants—may stop showing up at all, which grinds the ordinary work of the state courts to a halt. Dugan's defenders framed her actions as protecting the functioning of her courtroom; prosecutors framed them as obstruction of a federal operation. The jury sided with the government on the core charge.At sentencing, the two sides were far apart. Federal prosecutors declined to recommend a specific term but argued the guidelines called for fifteen to twenty-one months in prison. Dugan's lawyers disputed that calculation and asked U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman for time served—no prison at all. The significance of the case goes well beyond one judge. It's a marker of how aggressively the administration is willing to pursue anyone perceived to interfere with immigration enforcement, up to and including a sitting judge, and it sends a message to state and local officials everywhere about the personal legal risk of getting between federal agents and their targets.Ex-Wisconsin judge to be sentenced for obstructing immigration arrest | ReutersBayer is moving to bring an end to the sprawling federal litigation over its Roundup weedkiller, following a significant win at the Supreme Court. Late last month, the Court ruled 7-2 in Bayer's favor, and the company is now trying to convert that decision into the dismissal of the failure-to-warn claims that have driven nearly a decade of lawsuits.Thousands of plaintiffs have sued Bayer alleging that Roundup, and specifically its active ingredient glyphosate, caused their non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and that the company violated state law by failing to warn them of that cancer risk. Bayer's winning argument was about federal preemption—the principle that when federal and state law conflict, federal law wins. Bayer argued that because the Environmental Protection Agency has concluded glyphosate poses no cancer risk and requires no cancer warning on the label, plaintiffs can't use state failure-to-warn law to demand a warning the federal regulator affirmatively says isn't needed. The Supreme Court agreed, overturning a $1.25 million Missouri verdict in the process.Consider why this is such a powerful tool for Bayer. A failure-to-warn claim says, in essence, “you should have told me this was dangerous.” But if the federal agency in charge has studied the product and decided no warning is warranted, then a state jury ordering the company to warn anyway would effectively be overriding the federal regulator. Preemption resolves that conflict in favor of the federal standard. The practical effect is that the single most common theory in the Roundup litigation—failure to warn—is now largely off the table in the cases this ruling reaches.The significance is real but, importantly, not total. This should let Bayer dismiss current warning-based claims and block future ones, which is exactly why the company is now pressing courts to wind down the federal litigation, and it's pairing that push with a proposed $7.25 billion class-action settlement to sweep in remaining Roundup users. But the decision doesn't make every claim disappear. Plaintiffs may still pursue theories that don't depend on a failure to warn—like defective design—and the settlement obligations remain. So this is a milestone in Bayer's long campaign to contain its liability, not the final word. It's also a notable example of how federal regulatory findings can become a shield against state tort law, a doctrine with implications well beyond weedkiller.Bayer seeks end to federal Roundup litigation after Supreme Court win | ReutersFederal judges are sounding skeptical of a California law that bans employers from forcing workers to attend so-called “captive audience” meetings—mandatory gatherings where a company shares its views on political or religious matters, most often its opposition to unionizing. The law has already been blocked by a district court, and the signs from the bench suggest that skepticism may carry through on appeal.Here's what a captive audience meeting is and why it's contested. When a union organizing drive is underway, employers have long held mandatory meetings where attendance is required and workers listen to management make the case against unionizing. Unions call these coercive; employers call them protected speech. California's SB 399 tried to ban compelling attendance at meetings covering “political matters,” a category defined broadly enough to include unionization. Judge Daniel Calabretta of the Eastern District of California blocked the law, and his reasoning is the crux of the whole fight.He gave two independent grounds, and it's worth separating them. The first is federal preemption—the same principle at work in the Bayer story. Calabretta found that the National Labor Relations Act, which governs labor relations nationwide, occupies this field and preempts California's attempt to regulate it under the Machinists and Garmon preemption doctrines. The second ground is the First Amendment: he held that the law was a content-based restriction on employer speech, singling out “political” and “religious” topics, and that it couldn't survive strict scrutiny—the most demanding test in constitutional law, which almost nothing passes. In his view, banning all speech on those topics in mandatory meetings swept far too broadly.The significance here is that this is a collision between the labor movement's priorities and employers' free-speech claims, and right now the free-speech and preemption arguments are winning in court. A number of states have passed captive-audience bans, so how the Ninth Circuit ultimately rules—California and Attorney General Rob Bonta are expected to appeal—will shape whether this entire category of worker-protection law survives. It's a reminder that even popular labor legislation has to run a gauntlet of federal preemption and the First Amendment, and that employer speech, including anti-union speech, gets substantial constitutional protection.US judges leery of California ban on workplace captive-audience meetings | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

On Thursday's "Dan O'Donnell Show," Dan breaks down three huge rulings: A federal judge orders Milwaukee Islamic Center president/convicted terrorist Salah Sarsour immediately released, a Milwaukee County jury acquits a woman of all charges in a crash that killed two Marquette students, and the Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down race-based grants for college students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Milwaukee County and the City of Milwaukee formally launched Pride Month on June 1 with a joint raising of the Intersex Progress Pride flag outside the Milwaukee County Courthouse, presenting the ceremony as a celebration of civic values centered on inclusion, visibility, and belonging.

Milfred and Hands talk to David Crowley about his bid for Wisconsin governor, which he says the GOP fears because of his broader appeal. He won reelection as Milwaukee County executive with 85% of the vote. But only 16% of voters in the Madison region know who he is, according to the Marquette Law School poll. That could change soon, because Crowley led Democrats in fundraising the last time numbers were reported, allowing him to spend money on advertising. Crowley touts his record of improving the finances of Wisconsin's largest county while reducing homelessness. 

On Saturday evening in Wausau, Anastasia Poull was introduced as the 79th Alice in Dairyland. Poull holds 3 degrees from South Dakota State University along with 2 minors. She tells Bob Bosold a little bit more about herself, and what she imagines she might focus on as the states next agriculture ambassador. DATCP also announced that Milwaukee County will host the 80th annual Alice in Dairyland Finals, May 13-15, 2027.Windy, wet conditions will greet you on a Monday. Stu Muck says temps will stay above average, but so will the chance of light rain. Not so fast! Although Anastasia Poull may have been introduced as the next Alice in Dairyland, Sarah Hagenow still has some work to do. Hagenow explains how grateful she is for the chance to hold the position through June Dairy Month, and has a little advice for any person considering applying for the job next. For many rural citizens, going to the mailbox everyday is part of their routine. Unfortunately, the poor financial performance by the U.S. Postal Service could put that letter service at risk. Ian Lee is an associate professor in Canada that's using their federal mail service as an example of what could come. Lee says the Canada Post is bleeding money, with fee answers on how to keep the service viable beyond next March.In this episode, Portage, Waushara, and Wood County Board Director Stephanie Hughes highlights how Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is shaping the next generation through youth and school initiatives. We dive into key partnerships with the FFA and WIAA, including DFW’s role in sponsoring high-level agricultural competitions and being the official beverage of Wisconsin high school sports. Plus, discover the massive impact of the "Adopt a Cow" program, which connects over 55,000 students across rural and urban classrooms with life on the farm. Learn more at wisconsindairy.org. Paid for by DFW. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:David Clarke is Retired Sheriff of Milwaukee County. He's the President of “Rise Up Wisconsin INC,” And is on the Board of Directors at the Crime Research Center. Sheriff Clarke is the author of the book, “Cop Under Fire”AND Tim Graham is the Executive Editor of NewsBusters, host of the NewsBusters Podcast and coauthor with Brent Bozell of the book Unmasked: Big Media's War Against Trump.

Compared to 2022, there's been a 54% decrease in fatal opioid overdoses in Milwaukee County.

We speak with one of the candidates for Milwaukee County Board's District 11. We visit an organization taking a sustainable and affordable approach to home construction. We explore the ways that Wisconsin judges are held accountable.

We speak with candidates for Milwaukee County Board's District 9. We speak with a woman who has been living out of her van as she looks for housing. Where to find African language college courses in Wisconsin.

We speak with candidates for Milwaukee County Board's District 7. After the yesterday's snowstorm, we look into what the National Weather Service provides. We speak with fans of the reality TV show "Survivor."

Changes coming again to Milwaukee County's transit system due to a budget gap. How MMSD's green infrastructure work is helping keep our waterways clean. A book all about people with a Wisconsin connection who've changed the world.

Some bus routes are being shortened in Milwaukee County starting March 8. What to know about bus schedules and fares.

Learn what the Milwaukee County Board does and how it impacts Milwaukeeans' day-to-day lives ahead of the April 7 election.

Milwaukee is grappling with a growing food desert crisis as seven full-service grocery stores have closed in Milwaukee County over the past year. Mayor Cavalier Johnson has addressed the issue, outlining his administration's efforts to improve healthy food access. However, many residents are concerned about the impact of these closures on their communities. The situation raises questions about the city's role in supporting local grocers and ensuring equitable access to nutritious food for all residents. The closures are sparking debate about potential solutions, including incentivizing new grocery store development and addressing underlying economic factors that contribute to food insecurity. Is Mayor Johnson up to the task of solving this problem?

On Thursday's "Dan O'Donnell Show," Dan breaks a story from Columbia County in which the sheriff's department arrests a violent criminal illegal alien sex offender and SHOCKER turns him over to ICE. No violence, no rioting, just effective criminal justice. On the flip side, Milwaukee County votes to require permits for law enforcement to stage in county parks. Plus, an interview with Republican National Committee Chairman Joe Gruters.

Milwaukee County officials say they were caught off guard when they found out their health insurance contract had lapsed. Democrats introduce a new bill that would legalize marijuana, but it's likely doomed in the state Legislature. And, former Judge Hannah Dugan's lawyers are raising constitutional questions as they look to get her felony conviction overturned.

On one night in January every year, Milwaukee County workers scour the area looking for people experiencing homelessness for the annual Point-In-Time Count. This is a federal requirement, but it is only a snapshot of the larger picture.

After increasing bus fares at the start of 2026, Milwaukee County's bus routes will be changing to address budget shortfalls. Here's what to know about longer wait times.

Here's your local news for Monday, January 5, 2026:We share an update on embattled Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan,Outline the tough choices ahead for the estimated 110,000 Wisconsinites that rely on ACA tax credits,Head to a rally in downtown Madison protesting the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro,Take a closer look at this weekend's military action with help from an expert in international law,Celebrate the birthday of a civil rights and anti-war activist,Teach you how to make Mexico's national cocktail,Review two new movies on the big screen,And much more.

We chat with Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley about 2025, and what's to come in 2026. Capitol Notes brings us a preview of state politics in this midterm election year. Could singing improve heart health? We talk with a local doctor who's leading the research.

When people find themselves without shelter, warmth, or food, having angels on the streets helps. Eva Welch is a Co-Founder and Director of Street Angels in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. Eva is a fierce advocate, action activator, and self-described fun instigator. She studied psychology and earned her BA from Ottawa University. Together with Shelly Sarasin, Eva co-founded Street Angels and expanded the mission of feeding and assisting our neighbors without homes. Find out more about Street Angels and how to help. The State of Wisconsin's Dose of Reality campaign is at Dose of Reality: Opioids in Wisconsin. More information about the federal response to the ongoing opiate crisis can be found at One Pill Can Kill. The views and opinions of the guests on this podcast are theirs and theirs alone and do not necessarily represent those of the host or Westwords Consulting. We're always interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who are working in substance use disorder treatment or prevention, mental health care and other spaces that lift up communities. This includes people living those experiences. If you or someone you know has a story to share or an interesting approach to care, contact us today! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Subscribe to Our Email List to get new episodes in your inbox every week!

A jury found Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan guilty of obstructing federal immigration agents during an attempt to serve a warrant at a courthouse earlier this year. She faces up to five years in prison on the felony obstruction count. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A jury found Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan guilty of obstructing federal immigration agents during an attempt to serve a warrant at a courthouse earlier this year. She faces up to five years in prison on the felony obstruction count. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state of Texas has sued Verona-based Epic Systems alleging it runs an illegal monopoly and restricts parents' access to medical records. the jury trial starts today for the Milwaukee County judge charged with interfering with ICE. And, another case involving an alleged architect of Wisconsin's false electors scheme is heating up.

No, not Dan. Jay Weber announced his retirement today and in doing so, said something so wise that everyone needs to hear it. On Tuesday's "Dan O'Donnell Show," Dan pays tribute to his friend and mentor and basks in the glory of Jasmine Crockett's hilariously awful rap song. Plus, Milwaukee County sure seems to think Hannah Dugan is guilty as sin and a spirited debate about birthright citizenship!

Children's Wisconsin is off the hook after mistakenly throwing out a donated brain. This, after a Milwaukee County judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by the donor's parents. In this episode of Open Record, how the family is reacting to that decision. FOX6 Investigator Bryan Polcyn explains how we got here, the issue at the center of it all, and what happens next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A project that's mapping racially restrictive covenants in Milwaukee County. How people across the political spectrum are feeling about data centers. How the data centers coming to our area could impact the Great Lakes.

We visit UW-Milwaukee's food pantry, which has been feeding even more students during the government shutdown. Support for Wisconsin businesses working to be environmentally sustainable. We learn about Milwaukee County's Veterans Treatment Court.

The Context of White Supremacy hosts the weekly Compensatory Call-In 11/08/25. We encourage non-white listeners to dial in with their codified concepts, new terms, observations, research findings, workplace problems or triumphs, and/or suggestions on how best to Replace White Supremacy With Justice ASAP. This weekly broadcast examines current events from across the globe to learn what's happening in all areas of people activity. We cultivate Counter-Racist Media Literacy by scrutinizing journalists' word choices and using logic to deconstruct what is reported as "news." We'll use these sessions to hone our use of terms as tools to reveal truth, neutralize Racists/White people. #ANTIBLACKNESS In south Milwaukee County, a memorial was erected at the beach park where some of Sade C. Robinson's remains were discovered. Earlier this year, there was ferocious and Racist opposition to having this memorial in Cudahy - a Racially Restricted Region with a substantially smaller population of black people than the neighboring city of Milwaukee. The so-called government shutdown lurches into it's second month. A judge ordered Pres. Trump to fully fund SNAP benefits to feed millions of US citizens. The president appealed. The FAA began canceling flights to compensate for the lack of air traffic controllers. This is an ominous signal of what could happen as the "holiday" seasons intensifies. We'll also recognize the passing of the former Vice President Dick Cheney and professional football player Marshawn Kneeland. Cheney was a part of the fraudulent war in Iraq and the pathetic response to Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Kneeland is a 24-year-old privileged black male who reportedly took his own life after his attempted family reported concerns about his mental health. #EndStageWhiteSupremacy INVEST in The COWS – http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: https://cash.app/$TheCOWS CALL IN NUMBER: 720.716.7300 CODE 564943#

The construction in Milwaukee County has begun, God help us all. If you want a great app to help with your drive, click here. By order of a judge, the White House has said they will partially fund SNAP and if you partake in Wisconsin's FoodShare program, you will not see your funds immediately. Our friend and Civic Media Host Pat Kreitlow stops by every other week to give his unique spin on the news and today, we're discussing the CBS interview with the president and what it looks like when reporters aren't reporting, as well as how the topic of healthcare is simple, when you know the right people. And Pat also wishes Jane well on her coming retirement and we talk all things grocery store parking lots. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Pat Kreitlow

The construction in Milwaukee County has begun, God help us all. If you want a great app to help with your drive, click here. By order of a judge, the White House has said they will partially fund SNAP and if you partake in Wisconsin's FoodShare program, you will not see your funds immediately. Our friend and Civic Media Host Pat Kreitlow stops by every other week to give his unique spin on the news and today, we're discussing the CBS interview with the president and what it looks like when reporters aren't reporting, as well as how the topic of healthcare is simple, when you know the right people. And Pat also wishes Jane well on her coming retirement and we talk all things grocery store parking lots. As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs weekday mornings from 9-11 across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice. It goes a long way! Guest: Pat Kreitlow

We look at the proposed Milwaukee County budget, and learn how major improvement projects could impact property taxes. Jazz legend Herbie Hancock joins talks about how he continues to improvise. Live at Lake Effect featuring classical guitarist René Izquierdo.

The Wisconsin Senate approved a bill banning students from using cell phones in public schools. In a first for the tribe, the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin released lake sturgeon into a lake on their reservation. And, people gathered in Milwaukee County to honor slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

President Donald Trump’s nominee for a federal appeals court covering Wisconsin cleared a key hurdle in the U.S. Senate.  Milwaukee County is facing a lawsuit over a provision in the […]

This episode features an interview with Dr. Derek G. Handley, author of the book Struggle for the City: Citizenship and Resistance in the Black Freedom Movement. Dr. Handley is an Associate Professor in the English Department at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee. He is also affiliated faculty in the African and African Diaspora Studies Department and in the Urban Studies program. Before that, he was a Chamberlain Project Fellow in English and Black Studies at Amherst College and a Predoctoral Mellon Fellow at the James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference at Emory University. He has taught at Lehigh University, the United States Naval Academy, and the Community College of Allegheny County in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Currently, he is co-director of the digital humanities project “Mapping Racism and Resistance,” which maps racial covenants in Milwaukee County and uncovers Black resistance to such discrimination. In this interview, we discuss his concept of Black rhetorical citizenship, the role of Black women in the civil rights movement in the urban North, the plays of August Wilson, and housing covenants that prevented Black people from purchasing or renting particular properties throughout much of the twentieth century. This episode features a clip from the song "The City" by The Kyoto Connection. Episode Transcript

Some days will forever live in infamy. In America, the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, and the Islamic attack on New York on September 11th of 2001, are two such instances. Another such day is October 7th, 2023, when Islamic terrorism struck America's greatest Mideast ally, Israel, in a horrendous and barbaric attack. Afterward, many nations, media sources and even politicians flipped their narrative and have actually blamed Israel, accusing them of genocide. Returning to Crosstalk to look back at this day in Israel's history was Dr. Richard Schmidt. Dr. Schmidt is pastor of Union Grove Baptist Church, and founder of Prophecy Focus Ministries. He is the speaker on the weekly TV program, Prophecy Focus and the radio broadcast, Prophecy Unfolding. He spent 32 years in law enforcement until his retirement in which he was acting sheriff of Milwaukee County. He has authored several books including: Are You Going to a Better Place?, Daniel's Gap Paul's Mystery, Tribulation to Triumph: The Olivet Discourse, Globalism: The Great World Consumption and Artificial Intelligence: Transhumanism & the De-Evolution of Democracy. Dr. Schmidt covers a lot of ground on this broadcast starting with his review detailing how the attack on Israel went down and the satanic nature of the abuse that the hostages had to endure. As the conversation moves along you'll find out what worldview was behind the attack, if Israel can accurately be accused of committing genocide, the latest on President Trump's 21 point peace plan and much more. Get a perspective on this subject you won't hear from the mainstream media when you listen to this edition of Crosstalk.

We have a very powerful program in store for you this Saturday as The Word on Medicine examines domestic violence - and specifically, Intimate Partner Violence. Drs. Terri deRoon-Cassini and Andrew Schramm are joined by Michelle Coppens, Coordinator for Milwaukee County's Domestic Violence High Risk Team. There is so much to unpack in this very complicated topic, which unfortunately is more common than you may think. Once again, The Word on Medicine explores some of the most sensitive topics in all of medicine and our society – please join us.

Some days will forever live in infamy. In America, the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, and the Islamic attack on New York on September 11th of 2001, are two such instances. Another such day is October 7th, 2023, when Islamic terrorism struck America's greatest Mideast ally, Israel, in a horrendous and barbaric attack. Afterward, many nations, media sources and even politicians flipped their narrative and have actually blamed Israel, accusing them of genocide. Returning to Crosstalk to look back at this day in Israel's history was Dr. Richard Schmidt. Dr. Schmidt is pastor of Union Grove Baptist Church, and founder of Prophecy Focus Ministries. He is the speaker on the weekly TV program, Prophecy Focus and the radio broadcast, Prophecy Unfolding. He spent 32 years in law enforcement until his retirement in which he was acting sheriff of Milwaukee County. He has authored several books including: Are You Going to a Better Place?, Daniel's Gap Paul's Mystery, Tribulation to Triumph: The Olivet Discourse, Globalism: The Great World Consumption and Artificial Intelligence: Transhumanism & the De-Evolution of Democracy. Dr. Schmidt covers a lot of ground on this broadcast starting with his review detailing how the attack on Israel went down and the satanic nature of the abuse that the hostages had to endure. As the conversation moves along you'll find out what worldview was behind the attack, if Israel can accurately be accused of committing genocide, the latest on President Trump's 21 point peace plan and much more. Get a perspective on this subject you won't hear from the mainstream media when you listen to this edition of Crosstalk.

As new data centers boom, a new report says Great Lakes states including Wisconsin should take steps to safeguard their water resources. Arts groups in Milwaukee County will have to wait months for funding the county previously allocated. And, a Madison church wants to build a new worship space with affordable housing above it.

Morgan Norwood reports from New York, Milwaukee County declares a state of emergency after as much as a foot of rain leads to widespread flash flooding; Faith Abubey reports from Atlanta, new details on the suspect in the shooting outside CDC headquarters; Marcus Moore reports from London, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu defends his plan for the IDF to take over Gaza City as the humanitarian crisis escalates and more on tonight's broadcast of World News Tonight with David Muir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (04/29/2025): 3:05pm- Judge Hannah Dugan, a Wisconsin circuit court judge for Milwaukee County, was arrested late last week—accused of obstructing justice after helping an undocumented migrant avoid arrest by escorting him through a court side door and, in the process, dodging immigration officers. The migrant in question, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, has been accused of battery in addition to residing in the United States unlawfully. 3:15pm- The Wall Street Journal reports that President Donald Trump is expected to ease tariffs on the automotive industry—specifically foreign-made auto parts. 3:20pm- According to a report from the Harvard Crimson, Harvard University is renaming its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) department—and it will now be called “Community and Campus Life.” Since inauguration, the Trump Administration has called for universities to dismantle their DEI departments. 3:40pm- During her Tuesday press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed rumors that Amazon will begin putting a “tariff price” next to items they sell—indicating price increases resulting from the Trump Administration's importation tariffs. Leavitt called the decision “a hostile and political act.” Later in the day, Amazon said the rumored policy is not going to go into effect. 4:05pm- The Rich Zeoli Show has a prize to give away today—Matt estimates it's the first time in 3 or 4-months. 4:15pm- Senator Dave McCormick—United States Senator from Pennsylvania—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to recap yesterday's White House visit where he and Rich celebrated President Donald Trump's first 100 Days in office and the Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles. Plus, Senator McCormick discusses his recent trip to Philadelphia where he met with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy at the Hanwha Shipyard and discussed manufacturing and tariffs. 4:40pm- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump spoke from the Michigan National Guard where he focused on military preparedness. President Trump was joined by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D- MI). 4:50pm- While speaking with the press, President Donald Trump said he had a “good meeting” with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the Vatican. Meanwhile, he called for Russian leader Vladimir Putin to “stop shooting, sit down, and sign a [peace] deal.” 5:00pm- During Tuesday's press briefing, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the White House is pursuing a series of unilateral deals that would ease importation tariffs—but noted that tariff revenue, in the event deals cannot be reached, may be used to eliminate or reduce the federal income tax. 5:15pm- Reflecting on the first 100 days of President Donald Trump's second term, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) called it a “hell.” PLUS, is Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) starting to show his age? The 83-year-old accidentally began delivering a speech with his back to the crowd before being assisted by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA). And in a post to social media, Tim Walz's daughter claimed that Donald Trump would attempt to deport Jesus! 5:40pm- Paula Scanlon—Former Swimmer for the University of Pennsylvania & Advocate for Women's Sports—joins The Rich Zeoli Show and reacts to news that the Trump Administration has determined that UPenn violated Title IX by letting biological males participate in women's sports. 6:05pm- Speaking from Warren, Michigan, President Donald Trump celebrated the first 100 Days of his second term—highlighting his successes and calling out Democrats who are seeking to impeach him.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- Judge Hannah Dugan, a Wisconsin circuit court judge for Milwaukee County, was arrested late last week—accused of obstructing justice after helping an undocumented migrant avoid arrest by escorting him through a court side door and, in the process, dodging immigration officers. The migrant in question, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, has been accused of battery in addition to residing in the United States unlawfully. 3:15pm- The Wall Street Journal reports that President Donald Trump is expected to ease tariffs on the automotive industry—specifically foreign-made auto parts. 3:20pm- According to a report from the Harvard Crimson, Harvard University is renaming its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) department—and it will now be called “Community and Campus Life.” Since inauguration, the Trump Administration has called for universities to dismantle their DEI departments. 3:40pm- During her Tuesday press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed rumors that Amazon will begin putting a “tariff price” next to items they sell—indicating price increases resulting from the Trump Administration's importation tariffs. Leavitt called the decision “a hostile and political act.” Later in the day, Amazon said the rumored policy is not going to go into effect.

The House Administration Committee, led by Chairman Bryan Steil, has been investigating for two years, revealing issues like the absence of CVV codes for donations. The investigation has expanded, with President Trump's directive and involvement from the Justice Department and FBI. Steil also addresses a Milwaukee County judge's alleged obstruction of ICE, emphasizing the need for accountability. Lily Tang Williams, a New Hampshire congressional candidate, shares about her journey from communist China to the U.S. and her political activism. Williams, running for Congress for the third time, highlights her concerns about the erosion of American freedoms and the influence of Chinese businesses in the U.S., citing a recent purchase by a wealthy Chinese investor in Nashua, New Hampshire. She emphasizes the need to protect national security and criticizes her opponent, Maggie Goodlander, for her ties to Democratic politics and her voting record. Finally, Annie Parchert from the Illinois Freedom Alliance is working to revitalize the Republican Party in Illinois through a ground game project called Operation Precinct Power. She notes that 6,000 out of 10,060 precinct committeeman positions are vacant. Parchert emphasizes the importance of filling these roles to influence party decisions and increase voter turnout. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.