Madison Reporter

City staff joined representatives from Lincoln Avenue Communities, the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, and others Wednesday in celebrating the groundbreaking of a project near the former Oscar Mayer plant that will bring more than 500 new housing units to Madison.

Study finds temporary effects of wolf reintroduction on Isle Royale carnivores

Researchers from the University of Wisconsin–Madison have found that the reintroduction of wolves to Isle Royale has had only temporary effects on other carnivores, with human activities playing a more significant role. The study, published in Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment, utilized DNA from foxes’ and martens’ scat and hair to analyze their locations and diets before and after the wolves' reintroduction.

Adam Eichstedt awarded Sports Information Director of the Year honor

The 2023-24 Sports Information Director of the Year award was presented to Adam Eichstedt, Athletic Communications & Marketing Coordinator, at the recent College Sports Communicators annual conference in Las Vegas. This prestigious award is given by the Two-Year Sports Information Directors of America (2ySIDA). This was Eichstedt's first professional conference.

Madison releases media kit for August 13 partisan primary

The Madison City Clerk's Office has released its media kit for the August 13 Partisan Primary. The kit includes election statistics, key dates, and an overview of the election process.

Lawmakers review facility upgrades at Peninsula State Park

Representative Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay) and Senator Robert Cowles (R-Green Bay) issued a joint statement following their recent tour of Peninsula State Park in Door County. The visit was conducted to evaluate the park's latest facility upgrades alongside Department of Natural Resources staff.

UW-Madison recognized as a 'Best Value College' by Princeton Review

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been named one of Princeton Review’s 209 “Best Value Colleges.” The recognition is given to institutions that demonstrate significant commitments to affordability through generous financial aid and/or comparatively low tuition costs.

Sample ballots now available for partisan primary on August 13

The Partisan Primary is scheduled for Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Voters can access sample ballots specific to their address at MyVote.wi.gov.

Community explores aquatic life at Hasler Laboratory's open house

Children and adults explored aquatic life in Wisconsin’s lakes, from touching longnose gar to examining organisms under microscopes, during an open house at the Hasler Laboratory of Limnology on June 21. Guests learned about current research on Madison lakes, encountered some of the plants and animals inhabiting the waters, and received a hands-on introduction to the tools freshwater scientists use.

Traffic disruptions expected during Concerts on the Square series

The first Concerts on the Square event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 26, which will bring increased traffic throughout the isthmus and Capitol Square areas. Traffic delays are anticipated, especially on Doty Street and the Outer Loop during afternoon peak travel hours, due to the Wilson and Doty Street reconstruction project closing traffic lanes along Doty Street.

Madison board approves referendum questions on operations & facilities

MADISON, Wis. (June 24, 2024)—At tonight’s Regular Meeting, the Madison Metropolitan School District’s (MMSD) Board of Education voted unanimously to approve two referendum questions, one for operations and one for facilities, that will appear on the Nov. 5 ballot. Also approved was the preliminary budget of $581.8 million (net of interfund transfers). The final budget will be adopted Oct. 28.

Middleton-Cross Plains appoints new director of secondary curriculum

Dr. Jan Chynoweth has been appointed as the new Director of Secondary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment at the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District (MCPASD). Dr. Chynoweth brings extensive experience and a strong commitment to educational excellence to her new role.

Cities located in Dane County saw FDA inspections of 5 companies in Q1

There were five companies in cities associated with Dane County that received five FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E15 gas in cities in Dane County in week ending June 22?

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 22, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Study reveals limitations within Chicago's participatory budgeting efforts

Chicago’s participatory budgeting a positive, but incomplete, step toward inclusion

Two years after Dobbs ruling: renewed calls for protecting abortion rights in Wisconsin

Today marks two years since the U.S. Supreme Court released its decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health, which overturned its 1973 Roe v. Wade decision guaranteeing the right to legal abortion nationwide. For one full year after the Dobbs decision, abortion services ceased in Wisconsin, resuming only after a court ruled that a ban passed in 1849 and still in state law could not be used to prosecute abortion providers. The decision in that case has been appealed, leaving the future of abortion in Wisconsin uncertain.

City seeks crossing guards for upcoming school year

The City of Madison Traffic Engineering Division is currently recruiting crossing guards for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. The City recognizes the critical role that crossing guards play in ensuring the safety of young residents and is actively seeking individuals committed to making a positive impact to join its essential team.

Art enthusiasts gather for sketching class at Chazen Museum

A group of art-loving community members participated in a “Drawing in the Galleries” class led by artist Philip Salamone at the Chazen Museum of Art on June 20. The participants, encompassing various ages and skill levels, engaged in figure drawing with a live model. Salamone provided guidance, advising attendees to focus on the subject 90% of the time and their paper 10% of the time, and to use a mirror for an alternative perspective. The event is partially funded by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board.

Madison collaborates on BRT accessibility enhancements

The City of Madison is collaborating with accessibility experts to enhance the usability of its Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system for all residents and visitors, particularly those with disabilities. This initiative involves a comprehensive evaluation of transportation and pedestrian systems across various city agencies.

Rep. Lisa Subeck addresses election integrity and absentee voting