President Biden is calling on Congress to bring back an assault weapons ban as lawmakers consider several other bills. We get an update on what’s being negotiated. We also talk with a Milwaukee woman who started a virtual reading program for kids about helping children learn more about their city.
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Creator of show 'JustUs and Books' shares her kids' summer reading picks
Dannette Justus, an academic coach at Milwaukee Public Schools, has created a “Reading Rainbow”-esque show with a special Milwaukee twist. We talk to her about her show and her kids’ summer reading recommendations.
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Congress considering gun legislation as Biden calls for assault weapon ban
Congress is working through new gun legislation after President Biden called for an assault weapon ban among other new regulations. We explore what’s in the bills and what impacts they could have.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Dannette Justus Guest
- Jacob Charles Guest
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