Madison Reporter

John Nolen Drive, Williamson Street, S Ingersoll Street, North Shore Drive, Proudfit Street, Regent Street, and S Orchard Street will be closed this Sunday, August 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Absentee voting for hospitalized voters begins today

Today marks the commencement of absentee voting for hospitalized voters, a process available until 5 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, August 13.

Absentee Ballot Drop Boxes Open Across Madison Ahead Of Primary

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced Tuesday that the city’s 14 absentee ballot drop boxes have been unlocked and are ready to receive completed absentee ballots for the August primary.

University announces reappointment of two deans following five-year evaluations

Two deans reappointed after 5-year reviews

Road closures planned for Wilson St intersections at S Pinckney and MLK Blvd

Starting Thursday, August 8, R.G. Huston will install asphalt binder on the north half of Wilson Street, between South Pinckney Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Traffic control devices will begin to be placed starting at 12 p.m., with most work occurring in the already closed traffic lane.

Madison outlines potential budget cuts amid uncertain revenue sources

Madison agencies have submitted proposals for the 2025 budget that include options for a 5 percent reduction in services. If all proposals were adopted, they would eliminate 147 positions from the city’s workforce. This is in addition to 144 currently vacant positions not being filled.

White House officials highlight federal investments at Madison College

On Aug. 2, Director of the Domestic Policy Council Neera Tanden and National Cyber Director Harry Coker, Jr. showcased federal investments at Madison College that will establish pathways to lucrative cybersecurity jobs vital to national security and economic prosperity.

Heavy rain prompts flood watch for Madison tonight and tomorrow morning

Residents and visitors in the City of Madison should be cautious of potential flash flooding due to expected heavy rain. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch from 10 p.m. on Aug. 5, 2024, until the morning of Aug. 6, 2024.

City clerk's office urges timely return of primary election absentees

The City Clerk’s Office has issued 22,205 absentee ballots for the August 13 Partisan Primary, with 13,462 returned to be counted.

City announces guidelines for student move out days from Aug 5 - Aug 23

The Streets Division has announced the commencement of operations for the student move-out period, which will run from August 5, 2024, to August 23, 2024. The following is a summary of key points regarding the move-out process:

Home sales during week ending July 27 in Dane County

By Madison Reporter | Aug 3, 2024

There were 188 reported residential sales in Dane County in the week ending July 27, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Madison Reporter area weekly mass times

By Madison Reporter | Aug 3, 2024

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

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dane County in week ending July 27?

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at five gas stations in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Madison Common Council seeks public input on proposed $22 million property tax levy increase

The Madison Common Council is encouraging residents to submit public testimony on a resolution affecting the City budget at its next meeting on Tuesday, August 6 at 6:30 p.m.

Guidelines issued for Madison residents' August moving days

When placing large items out for pickup, follow these guidelines:

Stevens Street closure begins August 5 for resurfacing project