Several staff members and a student from the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) have been recognized with prestigious awards from UW-Madison's School of Education and Madison365.
The only price of diesel in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
Each autumn, the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus transforms into a vibrant display of fall colors. Ivy-covered buildings become canvases for nature's artwork, and trees such as maples and oaks create colorful canopies overhead. The season is captured in a series of photographs taken by the Office of Strategic Communication photographers.
As the Legislative Council Study Committee on the Future of the University of Wisconsin (UW) System wraps up its activities, Senator Chris Larson has voiced concerns about the state's approach to higher education. Larson, a member of the committee and Ranking Democrat on the Senate Committee on Universities and Revenue, highlighted several issues in his statement.
All companies contracting with the City of Madison, except those exempt, must submit job postings to the Department of Civil Rights (DCR) before advertising elsewhere if the job is within Dane County.
Science on the Square combined with the Madison Night Market on October 17, creating an engaging evening of hands-on science and local vendors in downtown Madison. This event was part of the Wisconsin Science Festival, which took place from October 14 to 20 and included both in-person and virtual events across the state. Governor Tony Evers officially declared this period as "Wisconsin Science Week," during which more than 200 unique events were held in over 45 counties throughout Wisconsin.
Public Health Madison & Dane County has issued a warning to the community regarding THC contamination in pizzas from Famous Yeti’s Pizza, located at 2300 Highway 51, Stoughton, Wisconsin.
The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) has announced a commitment of $15 million over the next three years to enhance the University of Wisconsin–Madison's efforts in artificial intelligence research and education. This funding will support the university's Research, Innovation and Scholarly Excellence Initiative (RISE), specifically focusing on AI.
Three high schools within the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) have been recognized by the Wisconsin Advanced Placement Advisory Council with AP Pacesetter Awards for the 2023–2024 academic year. East High School earned a Level 3 designation, while Vel Phillips Memorial and West High Schools achieved Level 2.
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at nine gas stations in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Oct. 19, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison's Go Big Read program is inviting suggestions for its 2025-26 book selection. The program encourages the campus community to propose titles that address contemporary issues and foster engaging discussions. Suggestions can be submitted on the Go Big Read website until November 13.
Urban Forestry has commenced its fall planting season, which started on October 21, 2024. The initiative will see the planting of 855 trees across the City of Madison streets, comprising 25 different species. This selection aims to foster a diverse and resilient urban canopy.
The City of Madison has concluded its annual Food Cart Review, setting the stage for next year's vendor locations. The review process, which attracted over 900 applications for just 22 community reviewer positions, involved evaluating food cart vendors from September 9 to October 5, 2024. A total of 38 vendors applied, with 33 completing the process and qualifying for a vending site in the Mall/Concourse Vending Area for the upcoming season.
Latine Heritage Month at the University of Wisconsin-Madison highlighted the role of the arts in celebrating Latine culture and identity. The theme, "Illuminating Our Voices," was central to events that ran from September 15 to October 15. These events were organized by the Latine Heritage Month Planning Committee and the Latine Cultural Center in collaboration with student groups and campus units.
Last week, the University of Wisconsin–Madison hosted Great Lakes climate solutions reporter Isabelle “Izzy” Ross. During her visit from October 14-16, Ross engaged with students and researchers to emphasize the role of local journalism in climate coverage.