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Former fellow Madison pub owner on Brasserie V closure: 'It's the place I would default to'

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 27, 2022

One-time Madison-area stronghold Brasserie V is the latest neighborhood eatery to fall victim to the pandemic, with the owners announcing its closing this month after 15 years.

Volpe on student loan forgiveness: 'It’s about trust in politics, in government, in our system'

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 25, 2022

Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics Polling Director John Volpe recently let the secret out about what he feels is largely fueling President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan.

UW System President Jay Rothman: 'The benefits of a college education are unassailable'

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 20, 2022

University of Wisconsin officials are touting the creation of a new initiative set to kick in this fall that is designed to ensure that more underserved local students are able to attend one of the UW System universities free of charge.

Madison Police Chief Barnes says 'violence works just like infectious diseases'

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 17, 2022

Madison Public Health and Dane County officials, including Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and police Chief Shon Barnes, joined state officials for a panel discussion about violence prevention.

Madison School board president: 'I’m really concerned about how we’re going to move through this year'

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 14, 2022

With the start of the new school year just days away, Madison School District board members are sounding the alarm about the staggering number of teaching vacancies across the district.

Madison's Rhodes-Conway on ZeroVision project: 'Together we can make #Madison a safer place to travel'

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 10, 2022

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway is committed to doing all she can to curb the city’s dangerous cycling issues.

Tag Evers, Alderman of District 13: 'The city’s commitment to this project is unflagging; that’s how important it is.'

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 5, 2022

With costs rising on almost every front, construction projects in Madison are increasing funding, including for the city’s Village on the Park Mall improvements.

Madison's Callaway on Vision Zero: 'Even 5 mph does make a difference in the outcome of a crash'

By Glenn Minnis | Aug 5, 2022

Top officials in Madison are picking up the pace in their crusade to make streets safer, enacting new speed limits along a stretch of John Nolen Dr.

Shauncey Ali, MadFiddle founder, teaches lessons in 'social and interactive environment'

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 31, 2022

Shauncey Ali is convinced he has found his calling.

Dane County clerk: 'Dane County needs a modern, secure facility' for election equipment, materials'

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 28, 2022

A Dane County Election Security Task Force is calling for a complete overhaul of the system after highlighting security and safety concerns in a recent report.

Madison mayor: 'Focusing on pregnancy prevention is an evidence-based approach that can improve health outcomes for Madisonians.'

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 25, 2022

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway is voicing her support for a plan that will increase staff and expand hours and services the Public Health Madison & Dane County facility will be able to offer at its Sexual and Reproductive Health clinic beginning later this year.

Madison is getting ready to celebrate Monona Terrace, one of its 'most iconic buildings'

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 23, 2022

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway is urging residents to step forward and partake in a piece of history as Monona Terrace celebrates 25 years.

DHS' Westergaard on Wisconsin's first monkeypox case: 'This disease does not spread easily from person to person'

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 22, 2022

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first case of monkeypox in the state, verifying that the virus has been detected in a Dane County resident.

Toffer Christensen, Founder of Atwood Music Hall: 'We are both very excited to bring this project to life'

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 16, 2022

The Atwood Music Hall is set to open in Madison in 2023.

Mayor Conway: Dane County Public Health 'used their authority prudently and effectively.'

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 12, 2022

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes Conway is commending the Wisconsin Supreme Court for paving the way for organizations to make COVID regulations in private businesses.

Madison's July 4 fireworks show was postponed but 'Festival Foods Lights the Isthmus' was a success

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 8, 2022

July 4 festivities across Madison were largely a hit-and-miss proposition this holiday weekend.

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Pastor Michael Radowicz: 'St. Bernard Parish is saddened over the graffiti on the front of the church'

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 6, 2022

The Madison Police Department is probing a graffiti/property damage complaint at St. Bernard Parish in Madison.

Dave Davis, Capital View resident: “I’m more positive than I have been for awhile."

By Glenn Minnis | Jun 15, 2022

Madison’s Common Council has greenlit a massive redesign of the Metro Transit system that focuses on more frequent service and direct routes.

Madison Bikes' Webber: 'Although Madison has made strides, we have a long way to go' for bicyclist safety

By Glenn Minnis | Jun 13, 2022

The City of Madison recently kicked off Bike Week, although the event has been marred by a tragic occurrence that supporters of the cause point to as an example of how much more needs to be done to make the town more accessible for bicyclists.

Ukrainian immigrant and Baraboo resident: 'I feel so helpless; I don’t know what to do anymore'

By Glenn Minnis | Jun 10, 2022

Denys Popovych is doing everything he can for his mother and sister to have another chance at life.

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