Madison Reporter

Payne and Dolan will commence resurfacing work on Old Sauk Road near the Beltline starting Wednesday, July 17, continuing through August 5. The project will be executed in two phases.

Lane and street closures scheduled for East Doty and Wilson Streets

Starting at 7 a.m. on Monday, July 15, RG Huston will commence work on East Wilson Street between South Pinckney Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. While contractors will maintain one lane of traffic open at all times, the designated lane may shift depending on the work being performed that day.

Madison submits west & northeast area plans for approval

The City of Madison’s Planning Division has submitted both the West Area Plan and Northeast Area Plan for approval. These plans are scheduled to be introduced at the Common Council meeting on July 16, 2024.

Marcus Allen Sr awarded Reverend James C Wright Human Rights Award

The Annual Reverend James C. Wright Human Rights Award will be presented this year to Reverend Dr. Marcus Allen, Sr. The award ceremony is scheduled for the Common Council meeting on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 6:30 pm.

Young innovators engage with STEM at annual Camp Invention

Students across the district engaged in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) activities at Camp Invention. The week-long summer camp, organized by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, aims to boost student confidence by offering opportunities to explore new ideas, use their creativity, and problem-solve.

U.S. Rep. Pocan votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

U.S. Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

Dane County's men's football teams receive $53,898,310 in 2023

Men's football teams from Dane County received $53,898,310 during the 2023 season, up 76.4% from the previous year.

Police Civilian Oversight Board seeks new members; calls for attorney applications

MADISON, July 11, 2024 — The Police Civilian Oversight Board (PCOB) is seeking nominations from the community to fill multiple vacancies on the Board. The PCOB works with the City of Madison’s Office of the Independent Police Monitor (OIM) to review and make recommendations regarding police discipline, use of force, and other policies. Additionally, the PCOB will engage in community activities, supervise the rollout of the complaint process this summer, and draft policy recommendations.

1 gas station in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest diesel in week ending July 6

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Sustain Dane's Recycle Better course returns online starting July 11

By Madison Reporter | Jul 10, 2024

The online version of the Recycle Better course returns during the evening of Thursday, July 11, 2024. Community members can contribute to better recycling practices by becoming Certified Stewards.

Madison seeks volunteers for annual fall food cart review

By Madison Reporter | Jul 10, 2024

The City of Madison's Economic Development Division is seeking volunteers to assist in reviewing food vending candidates for the upcoming vending season. This annual public review process determines which businesses will be eligible to operate in the Mall Concourse Vending Area, extending a block beyond Capitol Square and State Street. The review period this year will run from Monday, September 9 through Saturday, October 5.

1 gas station in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending July 6

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

UW celebrates anniversary with historical projects linking past with present innovations

Glassblower Tim Drier creates glass models of deep-sea creatures for UW–Madison. Aquatic invertebrates are often difficult to study when they are living, and some cannot even survive outside their deep-ocean habitats.

Madison Metropolitan School District wins multiple national communication awards

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) has received multiple accolades from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA), recognizing its achievements in school public relations, communication, marketing, and engagement. In the 2024 National School Communication Awards, MMSD staff were honored with a Golden Achievement Award and eight Publication and Digital Media Excellence Awards. According to NSPRA, this year saw a record number of entries across both award programs.

Board reviews leave updates; approves budget and academic standards

The Board of Education meeting commenced with Superintendent Dr. Dana Monogue commending the efforts of the summer academy and high school summer staff, expressing gratitude for their dedication.

Wisconsin education summit to focus on equity and state-level disinvestment

Wisconsin families, educators, school board members, district leaders, and community advocates will gather on July 30-31 for the 10th Annual Wisconsin Public Education Network Summer Summit in Madison. The event aims to address themes of racial justice, educational equity, and the impacts of state-level disinvestment and privatization on students attending Wisconsin public schools.

Dane County issues alert after spike in drug overdoses

Public Health Madison & Dane County has issued a public health alert following a spike in drug overdoses within the community. This alert is based on data from hospitals and EMS providers.

Three MMSD juniors selected for Galin Scholars Program

Three rising juniors from the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) have been selected to participate in the Galin Scholars program, an initiative by a Madison-based educational nonprofit. They will join three seniors who are entering their second year with the program.

Madison College leads new initiative for Wisconsin BioHealth Tech Hub

Wisconsin's selection as a U.S. Regional Tech Hub, accompanied by $49 million in federal funding, aims to enhance the state's personalized medicine and biohealth sector through collaboration among higher education institutions, workforce development entities, and industry leaders.

Study finds high PFAS levels in lake foams despite lower contamination beneath