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2022: Dane County aging and government transfer dependency trends

Since 1970, Dane County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 7.6%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 8.6%.

By Madison Reporter | Apr 19, 2025

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Wisconsin rejects Trump Administration threats on K-12 funding, says Senator Larson

Senator Chris Larson of Milwaukee has expressed his support for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (WDPI) in their rejection of recent actions by the Trump Administration concerning K-12 funding.

By Madison Reporter | Apr 18, 2025

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Utilities upgrade set for N Franklin Avenue and Lynn Terrace

By Madison Reporter | Apr 18, 2025

N Franklin Avenue and Lynn Terrace are set for significant utility and infrastructure renovations.

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LaMovida radio show highlights key city programs for Spanish-speaking community

By Madison Reporter | Apr 18, 2025

Enoch Melgarejo, a Spanish Community Connector with the City of Madison's Department of Civil Rights, is the host of "Conectando con tu Ciudad" on LaMovida Radio.

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Madison Arts Commission awards $106,000 for arts projects through grant program

By Madison Reporter | Apr 18, 2025

The Madison Arts Commission is allocating $106,000 to support arts projects in the 2025-2026 grant cycle.

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Meetings planned to discuss Madison's new Rapid Route B transit line

By Madison Reporter | Apr 17, 2025

Efforts to extend bus rapid transit in Madison continue with the next phase introducing improvements along the north-south Rapid Route B. This phase, which is significant for residents around Route B, aims to enhance the public transportation...

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Madison drop-off sites to close on Easter Sunday, services to resume Monday

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2025

The Streets Division announced that its drop-off sites will be closed on Sunday, April 20, 2025, due to Easter observance.

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Construction contract for Imagination Center awarded to Corporate Contractors Inc

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2025

The City of Madison is moving forward with the construction of the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park.

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Mark Pocan discusses tax policies, anticipates town hall, and questions deportation practices

By Madison Reporter | Apr 16, 2025

Rep. Mark Pocan addresses tax cuts benefiting billionaires and raises concerns over deportation practices.

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Recycling truck fire in Madison highlights dangers of improper battery disposal

By Madison Reporter | Apr 15, 2025

On April 15, 2025, a Madison Streets Division recycling collection operator observed smoke emerging from the truck's top.

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Community invited to virtual listening session on April 18, 2025

By Madison Reporter | Apr 15, 2025

The Office of the Independent Monitor (OIM) is set to hold another virtual community listening session this coming Friday, April 18, 2025, at 5 p.m. The Independent Monitor will address questions and gather community feedback during the event.

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Ramp closure set for utility work on Highway 30 westbound off-ramp

By Madison Reporter | Apr 15, 2025

Starting Monday, April 21st, the R.G. Huston Company plans to close the Highway 30 westbound off-ramp at Fair Oaks Avenue for utility work.

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Pocan tweets on Musk, Trump, and political condemnation

By Madison Reporter | Apr 14, 2025

Rep. Mark Pocan criticizes Musk's financial practices, Trump's tariffs, and calls for Republican condemnation of illegal actions on April 13 and 14, 2025.

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Madison Public Library celebrates 150 years with community parties in May

By Madison Reporter | Apr 14, 2025

The Madison Public Library is set to celebrate its 150th anniversary with parties across all nine library locations on the Saturdays of May 10, May 17, and May 31.

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Madison City Clerk Maribeth Witzel-Behl resigns after nearly 20 years of service

By Madison Reporter | Apr 14, 2025

Maribeth Witzel-Behl has resigned from her role as City of Madison Clerk, a position she held since 2006.

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Dane County: Residents received $718.09 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Madison Reporter | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.7% of income in Dane County, providing an average of $1,264 per capita to residents.

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Mark Pocan communicates events, commitment to Medicaid through recent tweets

By Madison Reporter | Apr 12, 2025

In recent tweets, Rep. Mark Pocan announced a town hall event and reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing Medicaid services in Wisconsin, highlighting his ongoing legislative efforts.

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Felland Road set for closure beginning April 15 to complete utility work

By Madison Reporter | Apr 11, 2025

The scheduled closure of Felland Road is set to commence on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

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Madison concludes "Madison Madness" survey to guide future neighborhood planning

By Madison Reporter | Apr 11, 2025

The City of Madison's Planning Division has concluded its "Madison Madness" bracket-style community engagement survey, which amassed over a thousand responses.

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Mark Pocan advocates for wage increase and HIV/AIDS awareness in recent tweets

By Madison Reporter | Apr 10, 2025

In a series of tweets on April 10, 2025, Rep. Mark Pocan discussed key legislative issues.