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MPD officer finds new ‘beat’ during job shadow program

By Madison Reporter Report | Mar 1, 2024

As a patrol officer, Sydney Hanick is used to working a beat.

Spring Yard Waste Collection Set-Out Date Schedule for 2024 Now Available

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 29, 2024

The 2024 set-out date schedule for the Streets Division’s springtime yard waste collection is now available on the yard waste website.

Brush Collection Set-Out Date Schedule for 2024 Now Available

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 28, 2024

The Streets Division’s regular brush collection schedule for 2024 is not available for residents to view on the Streets Division's brush collection website.

Street Sweepers Working Overnight Hours Starting March 3, 2024

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 27, 2024

Starting on the evening of Sunday, March 3, 2024, Streets Division sweepers will be operating on Madison roadways 16-hours a day collecting the sand, salt, and other accumulated grit from the roads.

Madison Celebrates Adult Crossing Guard Recognition Week

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 22, 2024

The State of Wisconsin has declared the week of February 19th Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week.

Chief Barnes to be inducted into Evidence-Based Policing Hall of Fame

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 20, 2024

Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes will be inducted into the Evidence-Based Policing Hall of Fame this summer.

Police Be Our Valentine: Officers deliver flowers, candy to people across the city

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 19, 2024

Officers delivered candy, cards and carnations to hundreds of people throughout the city on Valentine’s Day.

State Street--Bus Rapid Transit Station Construction

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 17, 2024

The two State Street Bus Rapid Transit stations will begin construction starting Monday, February 19, between W Gorham Street and W Dayton Street.

Street Closures--Southbound N Lake Street

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 17, 2024

Starting 7:00 a.m. on Monday, February 19, the southbound direction of traffic on North Lake Street will be closed between State Street and University Avenue for installation of temporary communication poles and overhead lines.

Hospitalized Absentee Ballot Process

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 15, 2024

On February 13, is the first day for hospitalized voters to appoint an agent for the retrieval, delivery, and return of their absentee ballot.

MPD providing up-close look at police work through Community Academy

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 14, 2024

The Madison Police Department is now accepting applications for this year’s Community Academy.

Public Test of Election Equipment This Weekend

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 13, 2024

The public is invited to witness the City of Madison public test of election equipment taking place this weekend.

MPD to hold free active shooter response training

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 12, 2024

On average, it takes police 3 minutes to respond to an active shooter event.

BRT East-West Project: One of the Largest Public Works Projects in City History

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 9, 2024

The City of Madison is proud to celebrate its partnerships with several independent businesses making an important contribution to the community through Bus Rapid Transit.

In-Person Absentee Voting Starts Today

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 8, 2024

In-person absentee voting for the February 20 Spring Primary begins today.

The Bubbler at Madison Public Library Seeks Artists for 2024 Residencies and Exhibitions

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 8, 2024

Local artists are invited to apply for several open artist residencies available through The Bubbler at Madison Public Library in 2024.

Winter Bike Day is Back!

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 7, 2024

Demonstrating that biking isn’t just a summer activity, even in snowy Wisconsin, the local bicycle advocacy group Madison Bikes is hosting a Winter Bike Day on Friday February 9.

Madison Launches New Program to Improve Rental Housing

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 6, 2024

The City of Madison is excited to announce the launch of an aggressive new effort to help local owners of rental housing finance improvements to their properties.

Absentee Voter Reminder

By Madison Reporter Report | Feb 6, 2024

With just two weeks remaining before the February 20 Primary Election, the City Clerk’s Office reminds voters who would like to receive an absentee ballot in the mail that time is of the essence.