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At the back of local bookstore Woodland Pattern is a room strewn with colorful, elaborately textured paintings on broad canvas panels. The striking display is Woman: Frailty Thy Name, an art exhibition by Renee Baker that spans the perimeter of Woodland Pattern’s gallery space, and at the center of the room are rows of empty […]

John Wisneski reflects on a life well lived, including his time in an orphanage, being in World War II and what it’s like to be in assisted living. Interview with filmmaker Sam Wisneski:

In the wake of the “Me Too” and “Time’s Up” movements, four Milwaukee students discuss their experiences as women in film. Interview with filmmakers Jennifer Leu, Kaitlin Mader, and Reilly Peterman:

My Milwaukee is a short documentary about a male from Texas in his mid-20’s living in the city of Milwaukee,Wisconsin. From living the college life to bar hopping, this Texan has embarked on a journey he never anticipated. Interview with filmmaker Roberto Garza:

In a world where digital movie-watching has now become the norm, a chain of old-fashioned video rental stores across the United States has continued to thrive. Our documentary explores one store in Wisconsin and uncovers the secret to their success. Interview with filmmakers Rachel Altman and Sam Caravello:

Three students travel to Chicago to document their experience at what is known to be one of the most haunted hotels in the nation. Interview with filmmakers Cassandra Bretl, Danielle Gazdecki, and Danielle Miller:

Although abortion is common, people have a hard time talking about it. Many pregnant people face unpredictable reactions from partners, family members and friends. Three Wisconsin women discuss their abortions and the complexities surrounding their decisions.

With the impending Boston Store closure, Southridge Mall is at risk of becoming a dead mall, like so many around the country. Its sister mall, Northridge, met its demise in 2003. One night in 1992 changed Northridge’s fate and contributed to that mall’s closure. Lauren Keene looks back.

Kindergarten teacher Andrea Reyes reflects on what it’s like living in the United States as a recipient of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals status, known as DACA.

Small business owners attended Brown Deer’s last winter market of the year held at the Brown Deer Library. LaBreea Walsh reports.

Every weekend Madison’s Five Nightclub hosts a late-night drag show for the community. Zoe Smith Munson was backstage.

More than 13-thousand refugees resettled in Wisconsin between 2002 and 2016, according to the State Department. Community members aim to change the fortunes of refugees in Milwaukee. Salam Fatayer reports.