We talk to editors of a new book on the history of Milwaukee rock music. Then we have our final interview with candidates for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional district. And we talk to a city lawmaker about the number of drug overdose deaths in Milwaukee County that reached a record high in 2019.
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A New History Of Milwaukee's Rock 'N' Roll
Ever since it hit the American mainstream, rock ‘n’ roll has been a big part of Milwaukee’s culture. We talk with the editors of a new book on Milwaukee’s music history about the city’s unique brand of rock.
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7th Congressional District Candidate Interviews: Jason Church
Voters in Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District get their first chance to pick a new representative in Congress in the February 18 special primary election. Central Time is talking to the candidates this week, wrapping up with Republican candidate Jason Church Thursday.
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Number Of Drug Overdose Deaths Breaks Record In Milwaukee County
According to the Milwaukee Medical Examiner, there are 407 confirmed cases of drug overdose deaths in Milwaukee County. That number is expected to go up as more cases receive toxicology results. The deaths are largely due to opioids. We talk to a city lawmaker about the news.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
- David Luhrssen Guest
- Phillip Naylor Guest
- Bruce Cole Guest
- Jason Church Guest
- Michael Murphy Guest
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