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Rep. Donovan addresses Milwaukee police shooting incident

By Madison Reporter | Jun 27, 2025

Representative Bob Donovan of Greenfield issued a statement following the shooting of two Milwaukee police officers.

Bucky's Classroom helps Wisconsin's seventh graders consider college options

By Madison Reporter | Jun 27, 2025

Stephanie Kressin has been a pivotal figure in the University of Wisconsin–Madison's Bucky’s Classroom program, an initiative aimed at introducing seventh-grade students across Wisconsin to the concept of higher education.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dane County in week ending June 21?

By Madison Reporter | Jun 26, 2025

The lowest price of E15 gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

UW–Madison recognized as 'Best Value College' by Princeton Review

By Madison Reporter | Jun 26, 2025

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been recognized by the Princeton Review as one of 209 "Best Value Colleges" for 2025.

Madison partners with Sustain Dane for final recycle better class of 2025

By Madison Reporter | Jun 26, 2025

The Streets Division is collaborating with Sustain Dane to offer the Recycle Better course online, starting on July 2, 2025.

Wisconsin manufacturers see growth in international trade and foreign investment

By Madison Reporter | Jun 26, 2025

Wisconsin's manufacturing sector is increasingly participating in international trade and engaging with foreign investors, as highlighted in a recent report commissioned by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) alongside the Midwest...

Madison seeks public input on updated ADA transition plan

By Madison Reporter | Jun 26, 2025

The City of Madison has updated its American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan, and the revised plan is now open for public review and comment.

Madison delegation visits Japan's Obihiro to strengthen sister city ties

By Madison Reporter | Jun 26, 2025

A delegation from Madison, Wisconsin is set to visit Obihiro, Japan next week to reinforce the sister city relationship between the two cities.

Concerts on the Rooftop moved indoors due to weather forecast

By Madison Reporter | Jun 26, 2025

Due to anticipated storms, the Concerts on the Rooftop event scheduled for Thursday, June 26, will now take place indoors at Monona Terrace's exhibition hall.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Dane County in week ending June 21

By Madison Reporter | Jun 25, 2025

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Dane County in week ending June 21?

By Madison Reporter | Jun 25, 2025

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at four gas stations in the week ending June 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2025 Recyclopedia booklets available in print and online

By Madison Reporter | Jun 25, 2025

Printed copies of the 2025 Recyclopedia are now available to the public.

Madison Parks Division hosts open house for new park plan

By Madison Reporter | Jun 25, 2025

The City of Madison Parks Division is set to present the draft 2025-2030 Park & Open Space Plan at an open house event.

Cases for Smiles seeks volunteers to create personalized pillows at children's hospital

By Madison Reporter | Jun 25, 2025

A volunteer initiative known as Cases for Smiles is working to bring joy to patients at the American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.

UW professor honored for contribution to at-home cancer testing

By Madison Reporter | Jun 25, 2025

James Dahlberg, a professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, has been recognized with the American Innovator Award by the Bayh-Dole Coalition.

Appointment location guide offers assistance

By Madison Reporter | Jun 25, 2025

Do you know where you are going for your next appointment?

Madison College collaborates on EMS manikin clothing project

By Madison Reporter | Jun 25, 2025

Madison College's EMS program has found a creative solution to enhance the realism of its training simulations.

Metro Transit introduces new contactless payment options for bus fares

By Madison Reporter | Jun 25, 2025

Metro Transit has introduced a new payment option for bus riders, allowing the use of contactless Mastercard or Visa credit cards and mobile wallets such as Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and Google Pay to pay adult rate fares.

Changemaker program invites high school students for free college credit

By Madison Reporter | Jun 24, 2025

Madison College is offering a new opportunity for high school juniors and seniors in the Madison Metropolitan School District with its Changemaker Leadership Program.