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Service disruptions expected on Metro Transit due to driver absences

Metro Transit is experiencing service disruptions today due to a significant number of driver absences.

By Madison Reporter | Feb 20, 2025

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Mark Pocan criticizes GOP policies and Elon Musk's actions on Twitter

In recent tweets dated February 19-20, Rep. Mark Pocan criticized Republican policies affecting Wisconsin and expressed concern over Elon Musk's financial maneuvers involving DOGE cryptocurrency impacting federal agencies' funding priorities

By Madison Reporter | Feb 20, 2025

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Madison launches first production electric fire truck

By Madison Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

The City of Madison Fire Department has announced that the first Pierce Volterra Electric Pumper production unit is now operational at Fire Station 8 on Madison's east side.

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Rep. Mark Pocan discusses Republican policies and legislative priorities in recent tweets

By Madison Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

Rep. Mark Pocan addressed key political issues through a series of tweets on February 19, 2025.

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Bidding opens for new Imagination Center at Reindahl Park

By Madison Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

The City of Madison Engineering Division has announced the commencement of the bidding process for the construction of the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park (ICRP).

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Mark Pocan critiques GOP tax plans and promotes podcast with Jamie Raskin

By Madison Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

Rep. Mark Pocan shared insights on social media regarding current political matters including criticisms of House GOP's tax policies and promotion of his podcast featuring Jamie Raskin as a guest speaker.

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Rep. Mark Pocan urges action on privacy and voting in recent tweets

By Madison Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

In recent tweets dated February 18, 2025, Rep. Mark Pocan addressed critical issues such as voter participation in Wisconsin primaries and raised alarms about privacy concerns related to Elon Musk's access to personal financial information and...

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Rep. Mark Pocan criticizes GOP tax cuts and raises concerns over taxpayer data

By Madison Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

Rep. Mark Pocan addresses concerns over proposed GOP tax cuts and queries motives behind President Elon Musk's use of taxpayer data in recent tweets dated February 17-18, 2025.

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Mark Pocan criticizes funding cuts by Trump benefiting wealthy

By Madison Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

In recent tweets dated February 18, 2025, Rep. Mark Pocan addressed concerns over funding cuts affecting scientific research and child care programs due to actions by Donald Trump and others aiming for substantial tax reductions for wealthy...

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Metro Transit expands Route 38 service into Monona starting March

By Madison Reporter | Feb 17, 2025

Metro Transit will extend its Route 38 service into the City of Monona starting Monday, March 3.

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Madison cancels snow emergency but maintains alternate side parking rules

By Madison Reporter | Feb 17, 2025

The City of Madison has announced the cancellation of the snow emergency.

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Wisconsin invites public input on snowplow naming through online poll

By Madison Reporter | Feb 17, 2025

The snowplow naming election in Wisconsin is nearing its conclusion, with the final day for voting set for Monday, February 24 at 8:00 pm.

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Madison enforces winter parking rules amid snow emergency

By Madison Reporter | Feb 16, 2025

The City of Madison has declared a snow emergency to facilitate the removal of snow from streets.

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Mark Pocan criticizes Pentagon spending and questions Elon Musk's stance

By Madison Reporter | Feb 16, 2025

In a series of tweets by Rep. Mark Pocan posted in mid-February 2025, he critiques government waste with a focus on Pentagon spending and questions Elon Musk's potential involvement with military contracts.

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Madison Arts Commission seeks sculptures for Monona Terrace exhibition

By Madison Reporter | Feb 14, 2025

The Madison Arts Commission is calling for artists to participate in the 2025 Art on the Rooftop exhibition at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.

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City of Madison honors dedicated crossing guards during recognition week

By Madison Reporter | Feb 14, 2025

The City of Madison is recognizing its 63 crossing guards during the Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week, as declared by Wisconsin’s Department of Public Instruction for February 17-21.

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Mark Pocan critiques GOP tax strategy and government layoffs

By Madison Reporter | Feb 14, 2025

In recent tweets from February 13-14, Rep. Mark Pocan discusses significant political issues such as proposed funding strategies for billionaire tax cuts potentially impacting Medicaid and SNAP programs.

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Mark Pocan criticizes layoffs and cuts affecting veterans' services

By Madison Reporter | Feb 14, 2025

Rep. Mark Pocan criticized recent actions reportedly involving Elon Musk and Donald Trump regarding significant staff reductions in key government agencies.

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Mark Pocan criticizes GOP budget cuts and questions global leadership roles

By Madison Reporter | Feb 14, 2025

U.S. Congressman Mark Pocan addressed several issues through tweets dated February 14, 2025.

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Mark Pocan criticizes Trump's NLRB decision and Musk's influence in recent tweets

By Madison Reporter | Feb 13, 2025

Congressman Mark Pocan expressed criticism towards Donald Trump's firing decisions related to the NLRB and raised concerns over Elon Musk's impact on public welfare through his recent tweets dated February 13, 2025.