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Safety plans in place for Mifflin Street Block Party

By Madison Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

MADISON, Wis. – Multiple City of Madison agencies have spent months preparing for Saturday’s Mifflin Street Block Party. The annual block party typically draws thousands of people to the 400 and 500 blocks of the street. Building Inspection, the Madison Police Department, and Madison Fire Department have been working together to ensure their safety.Building inspectors have been conducting routine checks since February, looking for porches, balconies, and other areas that needed structural repairs. Building Inspection Director Matt Tucker emphasized the importance of...

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Car flipped, dozens arrested as large crowd takes part in Mifflin Street Block Party

By Madison Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

During the Mifflin Street Block Party in Madison, Wisconsin, chaos ensued as a car was flipped over and another was severely damaged. According to commanders for the Madison Police Department, this year's block party was the largest since the pandemic, with thousands of attendees packing the streets.One officer, working a traffic post during the event, suffered minor injuries after being hit by a vehicle. The officer was taken to the hospital for a check-up, but remained alert. The driver involved in the incident stayed at the scene and was not cited.In response to the...

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Madison Reporter area weekly mass times

By Madison Reporter | Apr 27, 2024

The following parishes in the Madison Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Dane County in week ending Apr. 20?

By Madison Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Campus protests: Rights and responsibilities

By Madison Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

The Dean of Students, Christina Olstad, and UWPD Interim Chief, Brent Plisch, have delivered a message to the UW–Madison community emphasizing the importance of upholding rights and responsibilities during campus protests.In their message, Olstad highlighted the campus's commitment to promoting the free exchange of ideas through open dialogue, free inquiry, and healthy debate, stating, "A longstanding priority of our campus... is to promote the free exchange of ideas through open dialogue, free inquiry, and healthy and robust debate."Plisch echoed this sentiment,...

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Community Exposure Locations for Confirmed Case of Measles in Dane County

By Madison Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

Public Health Madison & Dane County continues to investigate the confirmed case of measles in Dane County. The investigation identified two locations where people may have been exposed to measles.According to Public Health Madison & Dane County, the first location is "uBreakiFix 2810 E. Washington Ave. Madison, WI Monday, April 22 between (5:00p-7:30p)." The second location is "Noodles & Company 110 Limestone Pass Cottage Grove, WI Monday, April 22 between (5:15p – 7:45p)."The health department advises individuals who were at these locations during the specified dates...

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168 students inducted into Phi Beta Kappa at University of Wisconsin-Madison

By Madison Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

On April 13, 168 University of Wisconsin–Madison Letters & Science undergraduates were inducted into the prestigious academic society Phi Beta Kappa (ΦΒΚ). The ceremony, held at Varsity Hall in Union South, was attended by 350 individuals.The Phi Beta Kappa chapter at UW–Madison, established in 1899, aims to recognize students who delve deeply into the sciences, arts, and humanities. The event was marked by a procession led by L&S Dean Eric M. Wilcots and a welcome from Chapter President David W. Johnson.During the ceremony, Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin emphasized the...

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City of Madison Honored as a Tree City USA for 35 Years

By Madison Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

"The City of Madison has been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA for an impressive 35 years, with this year marking the 19th year of receiving the Growth Award. Ian Brown, the City of Madison Forester, expressed gratitude for the acknowledgment, stating, "We are honored to be recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation with these awards."Brown highlighted the dedicated efforts of the city's arborists, many of whom hold ISA certifications, in maintaining around 100,000 trees along Madison roadways. He emphasized, "We are proud stewards of this remarkable...

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Popular Social Media Apps' AI Analysis of User Photos Introduces Bias and Errors

By Madison Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

Digital privacy and security engineers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, led by Kassem Fawaz, have discovered concerning issues with the artificial intelligence-based systems utilized by popular social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. The researchers found that these AI systems, which extract personal and demographic data from user images, can lead to misclassifications and introduce errors and biases into the platforms.The team's findings, to be presented at the IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy in San Francisco in May 2024, shed light on the...

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Confirmed Case of Measles in Dane County

By Madison Reporter | Apr 26, 2024

Public Health Madison & Dane County has confirmed a case of measles in Dane County, with links to travel and employment in Rock County. Janel Heinrich, the Director of Public Health Madison & Dane County, stated, "We are working with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and the Rock County Health Department to identify contacts and will share more information about possible exposures as we know more."Heinrich further mentioned, "Once all contacts are identified, we will check their immunization status. If they are someone who has not been vaccinated, they may...

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Nanomaterial that Mimics Proteins Holds Promise for Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases

By Madison Reporter | Apr 25, 2024

A newly developed nanomaterial that mimics the behavior of proteins could revolutionize the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS. The innovative research, published in the journal Advanced Materials, is a result of collaboration between scientists at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and nanomaterial engineers at Northwestern University.According to Jeffrey Johnson, a professor at the UW–Madison School of Pharmacy, the nanomaterial targets two key proteins in brain cells, Nrf2 and Keap1, to combat oxidative stress and...

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Street Closure for Crazylegs Classic Run/Walk

By Madison Reporter | Apr 25, 2024

Many downtown streets in Madison will face closures on Saturday morning, April 27th, for the Crazylegs Classic Run/Walk event. The closures will affect major streets such as W Gilman St, Langdon St, Old University Ave, and W Dayton St, with the event scheduled to start at 9:45 AM. The closure will be staggered to accommodate both the walk and run portions of the event, which is expected to conclude by 12 pm.As the final runners pass through each section, the closed streets will gradually reopen. Participants and spectators are encouraged to visit the Crazylegs course...

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Evjue Chair, Hilldale professors named

By Madison Reporter | Apr 25, 2024

Six members of the University of Wisconsin–Madison faculty have been honored with prestigious titles, with Michael Wagner appointed as the William T. Evjue Distinguished Chair for the Wisconsin Idea. The chair, established to recognize exceptional contributions to outreach and service, is named after the late William T. Evjue, founder of The Capital Times. Wagner, director of the Center for Communication and Civic Renewal, will focus his scholarship on the influence of news and political messages on individuals' beliefs and civic engagement.In addition to the Evjue...

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Food Scraps Recycling Returns to Eastside Farmers’ Market Tuesday, April 30, 2024

By Madison Reporter | Apr 25, 2024

Food scraps recycling drop-off will make a comeback at the Eastside Farmers' Market beginning on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. The initiative will allow individuals to drop off specific food scraps at a designated booth free of charge. The market, situated at 202 South Ingersoll Street within McPike Park, will facilitate the drop-off between 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm every Tuesday evening from April 30, 2024, to October 29, 2024.The acceptable food scraps for this program mirror those suitable for a backyard compost bin, including coffee grounds, eggshells, raw fruits, and...

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Yeast Study Sheds Light on Evolutionary Biology Question

By Madison Reporter | Apr 25, 2024

In a study published in the journal Science, a team of researchers led by scientists at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Vanderbilt University has made significant strides in understanding the evolution of yeasts, offering insights into why some species are generalists while others are specialists.The study, based on one of the most comprehensive genomic datasets ever compiled, sheds light on a longstanding question in evolutionary biology. According to UW–Madison professor of genetics Chris Todd Hittinger and Vanderbilt professor of biology Antonis Rokas, the...

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Peace Corps Ranks UW–Madison as Top Volunteer-Producing University for 2023

By Madison Reporter | Apr 25, 2024

The Peace Corps has announced UW–Madison as No. 1 on the agency’s list for the number of volunteers produced during fiscal year 2023. Since the founding of the Peace Corps in 1961, 2,766 Badgers have served as Peace Corps volunteers, ranking UW–Madison as #2 for all-time volunteers. UW–Madison has consistently ranked among the agency’s top ten annual volunteer-producing lists for over 25 years, holding the No. 1 and 2 spots more than 15 times."The University of Wisconsin–Madison is proud of our alumni who are serving as volunteers worldwide," said Frances Vavrus,...

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City of Madison Reaches Major Solar Milestone

By Madison Reporter | Apr 25, 2024

The City of Madison recently celebrated a significant milestone, announcing that it has reached 2 megawatts of installed and commissioned solar on its buildings and facilities. Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway expressed her excitement at the accomplishment, stating, “This is a huge milestone for the City. We are excited not only for reaching two megawatts of solar on our facilities, but for how quickly we have reached that goal.” The Mayor emphasized the importance of continuing to add solar installations across the community.The City of Madison has solar installations on 38...

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42 faculty honored with Vilas professorships and awards

By Madison Reporter | Apr 25, 2024

The University of Wisconsin–Madison recently announced the honoring of 42 faculty members with Vilas professorships and awards. The recipients were recognized for their outstanding contributions to scholarship, teaching, and service.Among the honorees are Jean-Michel Ané from the Department of Bacteriology, Tulika Bose from the Physics Department, and Angela Byars-Winston from the School of Medicine. These professors were named to Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professorships, which provide flexible funding for five years.In addition, other faculty members such as...

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Mandy Harvey Named New Principal of West Middleton Elementary School

By Madison Reporter | Apr 24, 2024

The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District announced today the appointment of Mandy Harvey as the new principal of West Middleton Elementary School. In a statement, the district expressed their honor in welcoming Principal Harvey and emphasized her professional qualifications and strong community ties.Principal Harvey's extensive background in education, encompassing over twenty years in various districts and specialized degrees in social work and educational leadership, is expected to enhance the school's vibrant atmosphere. Transitioning from her previous role as...

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Board of Education Meeting Recap

By Madison Reporter | Apr 24, 2024

The Board of Education meeting on April 23, 2024, saw the introduction of new members and the recognition of outstanding individuals within the district.Katie Frank and Bartlett Durand were welcomed as new members representing Area IV and Area V, respectively. Bob Green, a long-time member, was also acknowledged for his 21 years of service on the Board.Dr. Irene Ann Resenly was honored as the Middle School Teacher of the Year by the Wisconsin Council for the Social Studies. Her dedication to Holocaust education and passion for teaching were highlighted during the...