Madison Reporter

Easton King, a 19-year-old student at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, has been able to pursue his goal of attending college and maintaining independence thanks to advances in treatments for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).

Madison Metropolitan School District staff take part in summer professional development

During the summer, more than 1,500 staff members at Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) participated in over 70 professional development sessions.

Metro Metrics shows steady labor market but government jobs decline in Madison region

Greater Madison’s labor force has remained mostly unchanged compared to the previous quarter and year, according to the latest Metro Metrics report.

Three Madison schools hold joint back-to-school barbecue at Galaxy Park

Three Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) schools hosted a joint back-to-school event at Galaxy Park on Madison’s east side to mark the start of the 2025-26 academic year.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Dane County in week ending Aug. 23?

By A. M. Evans | Aug 28, 2025

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Dane County was found at nine gas stations in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

UW–Madison welcomes new faculty as academic year begins

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is welcoming new faculty members as the academic year begins.

Sun Prairie school board provides update on employment probe and student support measures

The Sun Prairie Area School District Board of Education has provided an update on its ongoing employment investigation and outlined new measures aimed at supporting high school students as the academic year begins.

Department of Kinesiology faculty member named interim vice provost for teaching and learning

On August 28, 2025, the University of Wisconsin–Madison announced that a faculty member from the Department of Kinesiology has been appointed as interim vice provost for teaching and learning.

UW–Madison projects highlight statewide impact through research and education

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is emphasizing its contributions to the state through several recent initiatives and achievements.

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce welcomes new worker’s compensation fee schedule

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) has released a video explaining the recent inclusion of a Worker’s Compensation Fee Schedule for hospital charges in the Wisconsin State Budget.

How many students were enrolled in Waunakee Community School District in 2024-25 school year?

By B. S. Culp | Aug 28, 2025

For the 2024-25 school year, Waunakee Community School District reported an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with five more students being enrolled.

38 gas stations in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 23

By A. M. Evans | Aug 27, 2025

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at 38 gas stations in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 23

By A. M. Evans | Aug 27, 2025

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Wisconsin DNR seeks comment on plant impact from freeway and trail upgrades

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its intent to authorize the incidental taking of seaside crowfoot, a state-threatened plant species, in connection with several major infrastructure projects planned for Milwaukee...

How many students were enrolled in Verona Area School District in 2024-25 school year?

By B. S. Culp | Aug 27, 2025

There were 5,796 students enrolled in Verona Area School District in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

Big Ten launches ad campaign emphasizing national presence and local impact

The Big Ten universities have launched a new advertising campaign to highlight their national presence and impact.

UW–Madison initiatives support statewide health care, education, and community development

A recent report from the Wisconsin Idea Database indicates that the University of Wisconsin–Madison continues to play a substantial role in supporting communities, education, health care, and workforce development across all 72 counties in the state.

UW–Madison initiatives show statewide impact through research, healthcare programs

A clinical trial at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is allowing kidney transplant patients to live without daily anti-rejection medication.

Sun Prairie school board seeks applicants after resignation