Madison Reporter

The Board of Education meeting on June 10, 2024, began with Superintendent Dr. Dana Monogue congratulating the Middleton High School lacrosse team for winning the state championship on June 8, marking the fifth state championship for the school in the 2023-2024 year. Dr. Monogue also expressed gratitude to school communities for their contributions throughout the year.

Public invited to celebrate new civil rights artwork at employment center

New artwork depicting scenes from the Civil Rights Era, created by an artist known as "The Artist," was recently installed on the grounds of the Southwest Madison Employment Center at 1233 McKenna Blvd.

City of Madison announces Juneteenth service changes

There will be no recycling, trash, brush, or large item collections performed by the City of Madison Streets Division on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. The Streets Division drop-off sites will also be closed.

Madison College showcases student artwork in summer exhibition

Madison College Gallery at Truax is showcasing a summer full of art, featuring a diverse range of media including paintings, drawings, ceramics, jewelry, art metals, and collages. The highlight of the exhibit is artist Jane Braatz’s "Zebras in Vivid Color."

Mallory Musolf named new secretary for UW-Madison's academic staff

Mallory Musolf, a former member of the Academic Staff Executive Committee who has served in administrative roles on campus for more than a decade, has been named secretary of the academic staff.

Madison transitions parking permit holders to electronic billing

The City of Madison Parking Division will transition current permit holders and new applicants to electronic billing invoices starting this summer. This new system aims to reduce paper use and offer additional payment options, including electronic monthly payments and scheduled recurring automatic payments. Traditional payment methods such as in-office or by mail will still be available.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dane County in week ending June 8?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Wind from black holes may shape surrounding galaxies' development

Clouds of gas in a distant galaxy are being propelled at more than 10,000 miles per second by radiation from the supermassive black hole at the galaxy’s center. This discovery sheds light on how active black holes can shape their galaxies by influencing star formation.

Search begins for new dean at UW School of Medicine

A search committee has been appointed to identify and select candidates for the next dean of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) and vice chancellor for medical affairs. David Andes, professor of medicine, will chair the committee.

1 gas station in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending June 8

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Dane County Jail: We don’t track if our inmates are illegal aliens, or cost of housing them

Dane County Jail officials are not tracking whether inmates are illegal aliens, or U.S. Citizens.

Madison ranks second in U.S. for pedestrian safety

Madison has been ranked the second safest city for pedestrians among the largest 101 metropolitan areas in the United States, according to the Dangerous by Design 2024 report from Smart Growth America and the National Complete Streets Coalition.

Community celebrates new playground at Oak Park Heights

Oak Park Heights Park, commonly referred to as Piper Park by local residents, recently unveiled a new playground under its canopy of mature trees. The community is invited to join city leaders, including Madison Alder Bill Tishler, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, June 10 at 11 am.

Sulfurous exoplanet discovery offers clues on planetary formation

A sulfur-laden atmosphere discovered on the gaseous exoplanet GJ 3470 b, located about 96 light-years from our solar system, may provide key insights into planetary formation. This planet, found in the constellation Cancer, is approximately half the size of Neptune and has a mass ten times that of Earth.

PhD student investigates no-melt technology for improving traditional dairy treats

On a hot summer day, nothing hits the spot quite like ice cream, especially in the Dairy State. However, while a frozen treat can help you cool off, it also puts you in a race against the clock to finish your scoop before it becomes a puddle or worse, a sticky mess.

Middleton boys lacrosse wins inaugural WIAA state championship

In an intense match, the Middleton Boys Lacrosse team emerged victorious in the first-ever Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) State Championship, defeating Neenah with a 7-6 win.

Mayor addresses recent surge in Madison gun violence

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway addressed the community following a series of gun violence incidents over the weekend. The mayor expressed concern over the involvement of young people in these events and emphasized the need for the community to reject complacency regarding such violence.

Kromrey Middle School celebrates Pride Month with student-led inclusivity initiatives