Madison Reporter

Easton King, a 19-year-old student at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, has been able to pursue his goal of attending college and maintaining independence thanks to advances in treatments for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).

Madison Metropolitan School District staff take part in summer professional development

During the summer, more than 1,500 staff members at Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) participated in over 70 professional development sessions.

Metro Metrics shows steady labor market but government jobs decline in Madison region

Greater Madison’s labor force has remained mostly unchanged compared to the previous quarter and year, according to the latest Metro Metrics report.

Three Madison schools hold joint back-to-school barbecue at Galaxy Park

Three Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) schools hosted a joint back-to-school event at Galaxy Park on Madison’s east side to mark the start of the 2025-26 academic year.

UW–Madison welcomes new faculty as academic year begins

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is welcoming new faculty members as the academic year begins.

Sun Prairie school board provides update on employment probe and student support measures

The Sun Prairie Area School District Board of Education has provided an update on its ongoing employment investigation and outlined new measures aimed at supporting high school students as the academic year begins.

Department of Kinesiology faculty member named interim vice provost for teaching and learning

On August 28, 2025, the University of Wisconsin–Madison announced that a faculty member from the Department of Kinesiology has been appointed as interim vice provost for teaching and learning.

UW–Madison projects highlight statewide impact through research and education

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is emphasizing its contributions to the state through several recent initiatives and achievements.

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce welcomes new worker’s compensation fee schedule

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) has released a video explaining the recent inclusion of a Worker’s Compensation Fee Schedule for hospital charges in the Wisconsin State Budget.

Wisconsin DNR seeks comment on plant impact from freeway and trail upgrades

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its intent to authorize the incidental taking of seaside crowfoot, a state-threatened plant species, in connection with several major infrastructure projects planned for Milwaukee...

Big Ten launches ad campaign emphasizing national presence and local impact

The Big Ten universities have launched a new advertising campaign to highlight their national presence and impact.

UW–Madison initiatives support statewide health care, education, and community development

A recent report from the Wisconsin Idea Database indicates that the University of Wisconsin–Madison continues to play a substantial role in supporting communities, education, health care, and workforce development across all 72 counties in the state.

UW–Madison initiatives show statewide impact through research, healthcare programs

A clinical trial at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is allowing kidney transplant patients to live without daily anti-rejection medication.

Sun Prairie school board seeks applicants after resignation

Katey Kamoku, who has served on the Sun Prairie Area School District Board of Education since April 2023, has announced her resignation.

University of Wisconsin–Madison develops cheaper way to recycle lithium from EV batteries

Recycling lithium from used electric vehicle batteries may become more affordable due to a new electrochemical process developed by researchers.

Middleton High School unveils renovated aquatic center after donor-supported upgrades

Middleton High School has completed renovations to the Bob Joers Aquatic Center, providing updated facilities for its Boys and Girls Swim and Dive teams.

Wisconsin DNR seeks input on permit for rare snake impact in Door County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its intention to issue a permit allowing for the incidental take of the eastern ribbonsnake, a species listed as endangered in the state.

Wisconsin DNR urges hunters not to use ash trees for deer stands amid pest threat

Hunters in Wisconsin are being urged by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to avoid placing deer stands in or near ash trees as they prepare for the upcoming deer hunting season.

Madison Public Library announces winners of 2025 WE READ Youth Voices Writing Contest

Three young writers from Madison have been named as winners in the 4th Annual WE READ Youth Voices Writing Contest, organized by Madison Public Library and Forward Madison FC.

Middleton alum Lauren Cliff returns to teach fifth grade at Kromrey Middle School