Local Government News

Rep. Mark Pocan urges DoD budget cut amendment inclusion

Rep. Mark Pocan has recently shared his efforts to pass an amendment affecting the Department of Defense budget and commemorated victims of a past tragedy at Club Q via social media posts dated November 18-19, 2024

By Madison Reporter | Nov 19, 2024

Local Government

Rep. Mark Pocan addresses Democratic priorities and Pentagon audits in recent tweets

Rep. Mark Pocan shared insights on Democratic values and fiscal responsibility through recent tweets dated November 17-18, 2024.

By Madison Reporter | Nov 18, 2024

Latest News

Local Government

Concrete restoration work affects traffic near MLK Jr Blvd

By Madison Reporter | Nov 18, 2024

Starting November 19, R.G. Huston will proceed with concrete pavement restoration at the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard and Doty Street.

Local Government

Madison secures lease with Maurer’s Market ensuring grocery access

By Madison Reporter | Nov 18, 2024

After months of negotiations, the City of Madison and Maurer’s Market have finalized a lease agreement.

Local Government

Greater Madison MPO receives $1 million grant for Dane County roadway safety

By Madison Reporter | Nov 15, 2024

The Greater Madison Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) has received $1 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program.

Local Government

Madison mayor addresses domestic abuse and sexual harassment concerns

By Madison Reporter | Nov 15, 2024

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway has issued a statement addressing the issues of domestic abuse and sexual harassment within the community.

Local Government

Madison council president addresses investigation into Alder Myadze allegations

By Madison Reporter | Nov 13, 2024

For Immediate Release November 13, 2024 Council President Yannette Figueroa Cole issued a statement regarding the recent investigation into allegations against Alder Myadze.

Local Government

Madison Mayor praises adoption of 2025 capital and operating budgets

By Madison Reporter | Nov 12, 2024

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway expressed her gratitude to the Madison Common Council for adopting the 2025 budget.

Local Government

Tips offered for biking and taking buses during winter

By Madison Reporter | Nov 12, 2024

The Greater Madison Metropolitan Planning Organization is hosting a webinar aimed at providing guidance for those interested in using buses and bicycles for winter travel.

Local Government

Wisconsin proposes increased special ed funding parity between public and private schools

By Madison Reporter | Nov 11, 2024

Today, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Superintendent Jill Underly introduced a significant element of her K-12 education budget proposal for the upcoming two years.

Local Government

Madison begins work on Southwest and Southeast Area Plans

By Madison Reporter | Nov 11, 2024

The City of Madison has initiated work on the Southwest and Southeast Area Plans, following authorization from the Common Council in October.

Local Government

Art show explores re-humanization of Black men through powerful artworks

By Madison Reporter | Nov 11, 2024

The Bubbler at Madison Public Library is set to open a new group art exhibition titled "I AM A Man: The Re-humanization of Black Men" at the Goodman South Madison Library on November 18.

Local Government

Madison honors traffic victims ahead of World Day of Remembrance

By Madison Reporter | Nov 8, 2024

The City of Madison is set to commemorate the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims on November 17 by installing a memorial display and holding a press conference.

Local Government

Mayor Rhodes-Conway comments on Madison referendum results

By Madison Reporter | Nov 8, 2024

Madison's recent referendum reflects the community's commitment to maintaining essential city services, according to Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway.

Local Government

Madison announces final guaranteed leaf collection starting next week

By Madison Reporter | Nov 8, 2024

For some neighborhoods in Madison, the final guaranteed leaf collection of the fall season is set to begin next week.

Local Government

Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Award nomination deadline extended

By Madison Reporter | Nov 8, 2024

The deadline for nominations for the Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award has been extended to Friday, November 15.

Local Government

Madison unveils new strategies to tackle rising housing costs

By Madison Reporter | Nov 7, 2024

Madison is grappling with significant housing challenges, characterized by one of the lowest rental vacancy rates in the nation and escalating costs.

Local Government

Traffic adjustments announced for South Park Street due to construction

By Madison Reporter | Nov 6, 2024

Starting early on Saturday, November 9, C.D. Smith will close the southbound travel lanes on S Park Street between University Avenue and W Dayton Street.