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Metro announces holiday bus schedule changes for December

Metro Transit has announced adjustments to its bus services for the upcoming holiday period.

By Madison Reporter | Dec 20, 2024

Chief Shon Barnes leaves Madison Police Department for new role in Seattle

Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway has announced that Chief Shon Barnes will be leaving his position for a new opportunity in Seattle.

By Madison Reporter | Dec 20, 2024

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Madison announces changes in trash collection for Christmas Eve and Day

By Madison Reporter | Dec 19, 2024

There will be no collections by the Streets Division on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, and Wednesday, December 25, 2024.

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Madison enforces sidewalk shoveling rules amid upcoming snowfall

By Madison Reporter | Dec 19, 2024

The City of Madison Building Inspection Division is reminding residents about the city's ordinances regarding sidewalk shoveling and salt usage, as snow is expected in the forecast.

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Madison streets set for overnight plowing; no snow emergency declared

By Madison Reporter | Dec 19, 2024

Starting at midnight, all streets in the City of Madison will undergo plowing operations.

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Madison police provide updates on Abundant Life Christian School shooting

By Madison Reporter | Dec 18, 2024

The Madison Police Department is providing ongoing updates on the recent shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Madison Public Library launches Winter WE READ campaign for kids

By Madison Reporter | Dec 17, 2024

The Madison Public Library is launching its Winter WE READ campaign, offering a variety of activities and resources for children and families.

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Madison confirms active shooter incident at Abundant Life Christian School

By Madison Reporter | Dec 16, 2024

The City of Madison has confirmed an active shooter incident at Abundant Life Christian School.

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Autumn Ridge Path ribbon cutting postponed; new date pending

By Madison Reporter | Dec 16, 2024

The planned ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Autumn Ridge Path on December 17, 2024, has been canceled.

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Madison school shooting prompts call for legislative action on gun safety

By Madison Reporter | Dec 16, 2024

At least three individuals lost their lives in a shooting incident at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison on Monday morning.

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Streets Division announces final chance for brush pickup amid possible delays

By Madison Reporter | Dec 13, 2024

The Streets Division has announced a final opportunity for residents to have their brush collected, with the last set-out date scheduled for Sunday, December 15, 2024.

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Rep. Mark Pocan addresses wealth disparity and military spending in recent tweets

By Madison Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

Rep. Mark Pocan took to social media on December 12, 2024, to voice concerns about economic inequality and military spending while also sharing a personal moment with followers.

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Streets Division adjusts drop-off site hours for winter season

By Madison Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

The Streets Division has announced that its drop-off sites located at 4602 Sycamore Avenue and 402 South Point Road have transitioned to winter hours.

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Madison reschedules ribbon cutting for Autumn Ridge Path due to weather forecast

By Madison Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

Due to a weather forecast for December 12, 2024, the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Madison's new Autumn Ridge Path has been rescheduled.

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Rep. Mark Pocan addresses human rights, Medicare for All, and blocked merger

By Madison Reporter | Dec 11, 2024

Rep. Mark Pocan recently took to social media to discuss Human Rights Day, advocate for Medicare for All due to its popularity among Americans, and commend the FTC's decision to block the Kroger-Albertsons merger.

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Mark Pocan criticizes GOP actions on tax filing and defense priorities

By Madison Reporter | Dec 11, 2024

Rep. Mark Pocan shared his views on various political issues via Twitter on December 11, 2024.

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Mark Pocan advocates for Medicare-for-All amidst criticism of U.S. healthcare

By Madison Reporter | Dec 10, 2024

In recent tweets dated December 9-10, Rep. Mark Pocan criticized the U.S.'s current for-profit healthcare system and advocated for Medicare-for-All as an alternative solution.

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Mayor encourages buying local this holiday season

By Madison Reporter | Dec 10, 2024

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway is urging Madison residents to support local businesses during the holiday season.

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Mark Pocan announces $20 million funding from Inflation Reduction Act

By Madison Reporter | Dec 9, 2024

Rep. Mark Pocan shared updates via social media about recent developments affecting Wisconsin's 2nd district on December 8 and December 9, including substantial funding from the Inflation Reduction Act and legislative efforts against wage theft...