Making Progress on Gun Violence: Insights from Wisconsin Doctors and the My Brother’s Keeper Program’s Revival Efforts

Wisconsin doctors discuss the impact of gun violence on public health in an episode, following the surgeon general’s declaration of it as a public health crisis for Americans. These doctors shed light on the effects of gun violence on public health, offering valuable insights into the issue.

In Milwaukee, the African American Leadership Alliance is working to revive President Obama’s My Brother’s Keeper program. This initiative aims to create opportunities for boys and young men of color, with the goal of improving their prospects and outcomes. The leader of this effort shares what it will take to make the program succeed, offering hope for the future.

On Lake Chippewa Flowage near Hayward, a floating bog recently blocked waterways for boaters. This bog, which was 2 acres large and contained 30-foot Tamarack trees, required the assistance of “bog pushers” to be moved. These pushers used their boats to relocate the bog, and one of them explains the process of how it is done, showcasing the unique ability of this Hayward community to move islands, quite literally.