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With looming budget deficit, county leaders ask the public to get involved
Madison leaders back downsized Willy Street relief fund
Mail-in voting to stay the same for November, despite Trump executive order
Madison's CARES program celebrates five years of service
What Happens to Abandoned Cemeteries?
Wisconsin's Involvement with the Biggest Tech Settlement in American History
AFT-Wisconsin president calls for major overhaul of UW Board of Regents
Energy use at Meta data center not a "trade secret," judge rules
Friday's commutations hearing Wisconsin's first in twenty-five years
MMSD prepares to implement new cellphone policy
ACLU challenges Wisconsin birth certificate law
“Undecideds” key in David Crowley’s victory
A first look at Madison's new men's shelter
Wisconsin sees less absentee voting in partisan primary
Disability advocate travels 125 miles by wheelchair to defend home care
Activists raise their voices at city council and on the streets
Protesters arrested as Madison tears down Corey Ruiz memorial
Corey Ruiz memorial approaches second week
“Red-tape” work requirement risks booting thousands from BadgerCare
Specter of Tom Tiffany looms over Democratic primary debate
Wisconsin courts fast-track absentee ballot lawsuit
Mourning and advocacy in the aftermath of police shooting
Madison in uproar following police shooting
National experts advise city council on civilian oversight of police
Budget cuts at the city and county converge on Public Health
MMSD solicits public feedback on elementary school renamings
Rally demands action on prison overcrowding
Elon Musk’s million-dollar payouts could lead to criminal charges
Sara Rodriguez’s campaign continues following financial reporting blunder
Investigation authorized for Green Bay duplicate ballots
UW investigation finds no major infractions for animal rights group
Madison's next budget will be a balancing act
Incumbent Dane County sheriff faces activist opponent in upcoming primary
Hilton Madison workers still waiting for a union contract
Wisconsin's marquee conservation program expires
Dane County supervisors gear up for 2027 budget season
Public health officials urge caution amid heat wave
Wisconsin fire departments adapt to decline in volunteers
Madison school board adopts cell phone policy
Staff unionize at ABC for Health
Democratic candidates make their pitch for 76th Assembly District
Consumer advocacy group defends data center credit standards
For the fourth year, advocates mark the toll of gun violence
Wisconsin lawmakers host Juneteenth celebration
Independent monitor recommends re-examining death in Madison police custody
City pushes Regent redesign forward, leaving bike lanes for other streets
Wisconsin Democrats renew push for birth control protections
Family calls for Salah Sarsour’s release, citing brutal detention conditions
Nearly half of Wisconsin paroles end with re-incarceration
Filing deadline culls Wisconsin candidate pool
Gubernatorial hopefuls woo union members at labor-focused forum
UW-Madison student org defends anti-Ridglan flyers
St. Mary’s nurses, supporters host pro-union rally
Fitchburg votes to end Flock Safety contract
Dane County weighs 18-month data center moratorium
Dane Co. Executive Melissa Agard looks to the future in first-ever ‘State of the County’ address
Wisconsin child care funding to expire this summer
Olbrich Gardens unveils finalized expansion plan
Spring election results include late-arriving Madison ballots
Internal differences set aside at this weekend’s state GOP convention
$1.8B surplus deal dies in the Senate
St. Mary’s nurses hold strong, despite union busting
Bartillon men's shelter could open later this summer
Cap Times management recognizes newsroom union
Center for Black Excellence and Culture hosts triumphant grand opening
Madison school board grapples with phone restriction policy
Abortion pill restrictions on pause, for now
Madison's Day Without Immigrants rally draws thousands
Ridglan Farms sells 1,500 beagles to animal rescue groups
Law Forward appeals anti-competitive gerrymander decision
Madison teachers rally for equal pay
PSC ruling aims to shield ratepayers from data center energy costs
Enrollment data lays the groundwork for MMSD redistricting
Accusations swirl, as Madison alders consider reforming police oversight bodies
Multicultural fashion show embraces radical self-expression
Law enforcement blocks Ridglan Farms operation, leading to injuries and arrests
Madison weighs short term safety changes on Park Street
Grilling of Wisconsin DPI continues in Assembly hearing
“A victim of its own design,” demolition plan moves ahead for Master Hall
Wisconsin voters hungry for data center regulation, poll finds
UW regents break silence on Rothman's ouster
Democratic gubernatorial candidates focus on building a healthier state
Wisconsin heads to the polls in a quieter nonpartisan election
Efficiency Navigator program accepting new applicants
UW System puts money over morals, student activists say
Abortion rights are on the ballot this spring, advocates say
Thousands join "No Kings" protest in Madison
County board in the dark on talks with Coliseum investor
Protesters demand removal of UW-Madison Flock cameras
School referendums “an avoidable choice,” state Democrats contend
Post-AI backlash, Madison's police monitor blames underfunding
After long battle, Governor Evers signs Gail's Law
Madison’s "sustainability champions” share progress update
Despite neighbors’ opposition, Plan Commission backs west side development
City seeks public feedback on Odana Hills Golf Course redesign
Senator Baldwin demands answers on Trump's "war of choice" in Iran
Ahead of population surge, Madison city council weighs structural changes
Wisconsin’s childhood vaccination rate continues downward trend
Madison, Dane County clerks tout speedier ballot printing process
Proposed Regent Street redesign garners mixed responses
Madison school board gets progress update on special education plan
Governor Evers calls special session to ban partisan gerrymandering
Wisconsin school districts sue Legislature over "inadequate funding"
Dane County jail consolidation “a tough project,” staff say in progress update
Probe of external influences in DOJ a “partisan stunt,” Attorney General Kaul says
Responding to ICE fears, MPD rolls out new vehicle and staff markings
Monona community celebrates winter, Ho-Chunk history
New report touts Dane County Regional Airport's economic impact
Governor Evers declares 2026 "Year of the Neighbor"
Vos, LeMahieu close ranks on tax relief package
Fundraiser attracts crowds of supporters after ICE detains Madison restaurant owner
Protesters, state Democrats join data center day of action
Lawsuit challenging race-conscious financial aid heads to oral argument
2026 State of the Tribes Address spotlights education, health care funding
Madison tests election equipment ahead of spring primary
Plans for harm reduction clinic placed on indefinite pause
Wisconsin Republicans want to cut cryptocurrency red tape
Wisconsin Democrats renew call for legalized marijuana
Madison protests in solidarity with the Iranian people
State environmental policymakers back stricter standards for PFAS in drinking water
MMSD commissions study to examine teacher salary disparities
DeForest moves to re-fluoridate water system
Madison protests second ICE-related killing in Minneapolis
Madison celebrates four new affordable homes, with more on the way
Dane County judge dismisses lawsuit against local animal rights group
ICE activity could soon spike in Wisconsin, Rep. Pocan warns
Debate continues on proposed harm reduction drop-in center
Madison students stage walkout to protest ICE shooting
Madison alders to weigh 12-month data center moratorium
Hundreds join Madison vigil for Renee Nicole Good
City weighs WisDOT proposal to expand the beltline
DeForest data center petition hits snag
MMSD receives $1.9 million federal grant to train school psychologists
Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan resigns
Madison's interim police monitor hits the ground running
City staff highlight strategies to improve lake health
Law Forward's fair maps lawsuit unlikely to be resolved before midterms
Harm reduction clinic would overburden far east side, alder Sabrina Madison says
Bill package aims to bolster Wisconsin's agricultural industry
Environmental law firm sues PSC for data center energy use records
Wisconsin Democrats renew call for paid medical and family leave
Verona food pantry receives helping hand from Rep. Mark Pocan
Madison set to expand Building Energy Savings Program in 2026
Why are Wisconsin Supreme Court elections so expensive?
City finance staff project $10.6 million surplus in 2025 budget
Madison area Starbucks employees join Black Friday picket line
Madison teachers speak out against salary compression
Speaker Vos continues to block Medicaid extension for Wisconsin moms
Congress searching for compromise on ACA tax credits, Senator Baldwin says
QTS Data Centers announces research partnership with UW-Madison
Wisconsin lawmakers fast-track bill to legalize online sports betting
Madison’s interim independent police monitor to be announced soon
The fight for affordable health care isn't over, Senator Baldwin says
Madison alders debate police oversight funding ahead of budget vote
Verona Common Council votes against Flock camera contract extension
MMSD raises awareness about student homelessness
Dane County supervisors approve much-debated 2026 budget
“Scam PAC” fundraiser still making millions from Republican campaigns
State Superintendent Underly joins hearing on teacher sexual misconduct
Local food pantries feel the pressure of SNAP stoppage
RSVP of Dane County grapples with funding uncertainty
Madison alders back street reconstruction project despite cost to residents
Department of Corrections clears first hurdle for reorganization
Wisconsin Dems Draw Attention to Upcoming Spike in Health Insurance Costs
GOP lawmakers grill education officials on misconduct, grooming investigations
Controversial antisemitism bill debated in public hearing
Dane County supervisors face strong opposition to budget cuts
Madisonians show up in force for "No Kings" rally
Government shutdown a blow to Wisconsin workers, DWD leadership warns
GHC members side with employees, support unionization
State Senate holds first floor session since July
Wisconsin Representatives advocate for the rights of nature on Indigenous Peoples’ Day
John Nolen Drive reconstruction kicks off Monday
Amid shutdown, Wisconsin Dems emphasize a wobbling health care system
Law Forward, Russ Feingold weigh in on federal campaign finance lawsuit
Local officials celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Dane County’s 2026 executive budget seeks to bridge $31 million gap
Wisconsin Democrats seek to lift abortion restrictions
Madison education leaders vote to raise their own pay
Madison Area Practices Being Car-free
Madison community rallies around Dairy Drive residents
Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany joins governor's race
Assembly Republicans announce affordable housing agenda
Mayor Rhodes-Conway previews 2026 Operating Budget proposal
Representative Francesca Hong joins Democratic primary for governor
Fiber artists and farmers build community at Wisconsin Sheep and Wool Festival
Employee health coverage under scrutiny as Dane County faces deficit
Proposed county budget cuts could hit public health, human services
Wisconsin Democrats introduce “Kids First” package
Widely-used insecticide harms pollinators, experts say
Assembly Republicans unveil education agenda
Social Security protesters call out repercussions of funding cuts
State Democrats are lockstep in repealing Walker-era labor laws
Madison alders back last-ditch effort to save Dairy Drive campground
Mayor Rhodes-Conway unveils 2026 Capital Budget proposal
Metro Transit’s “Learn & Ride” event seeks to demystify BRT
Madison's Plan Commission unanimously backs tree protection ordinance
Wisconsin Farmers Union sounds the alarm on USDA “reorganization” plan
Demonstrators outside governor’s mansion demand action on prison reform
Trump-ordered refiring of Michigan coal plant comes at a cost for Wisconsinites
Wisconsin Democrats propose back-to-school sales tax holiday
Senator Tammy Baldwin fights to maintain federal education funding
Madison City Clerk must change election processes, state officials order
City transportation leaders weigh traffic safety measures on Willy Street
Construction breaks ground on Triangle housing redevelopment
Madison school board debates raises and benefits
Fake Bakery fosters creativity at Madison Public Library
Dane County reschedules outdoor warning siren test after yesterday’s failure
Madison alders approve new crisis prevention priorities
State health officials urge Wisconsinites to get vaccinated
Madison leaders to consider stronger tree protections
Common Cause weighs in on national “gerrymandering wildfire”
Madison's CARES hits 10,000 call milestone
ACLU of Wisconsin raises alarm on ICE detention in county jails
Wisconsin lawmaker renews push to address violence against Black women
Governor Tony Evers not seeking re-election in 2026
Senator Tammy Baldwin introduces legislation to lower household costs
"20 is Plenty" officially launches in Madison
Former Madison clerk broke election laws, Wisconsin Elections Commission finds
Wisconsin Republicans spend millions on legal battles with the governor
Madison alders exempt first phase of LakeWay project from referendum
Three finalists in the running for Madison Police Chief
'Mother and Child' sculpture unveiled on Madison's east side
UW Board of Regents unanimously approves tuition increase
Housing package advances to full city council
Public weighs in on long-delayed parole program
State budget gets mixed reviews from child care advocates
Governor Evers signs next state budget
Wisconsin Senate battles over UW System budget
Wisconsin lawmakers make progress on state budget
Madison Queer Liberation March brings politics back to Pride
City budget engagement session centers affordable, safe housing
Housing development near Beltline clears first hurdle
State Supreme Court upholds Wisconsin's Spills Law
Republicans pass unfunded bills to avoid the governor’s partial veto
State, local electeds celebrate Juneteenth
Multi-scene hazmat investigation continues in Madison
State Supreme Court sides with AG Kaul in separation of powers lawsuit
Madison joins nationwide "No Kings" protests
Madison officials answer budget questions at a tense public meeting
Housing package seeks to expand options in Madison
ACLU of Wisconsin backs lawsuit challenging Wisconsin’s congressional maps
Federal budget bill targets Planned Parenthood
Governor Evers, GOP leaders reach impasse on state budget
Madison blues venue loses alcohol license
State Democrats reintroduce gun regulations in “Safe Summer” package
Meriter nurses celebrate new contract, end strike
Legislative LGBTQ+ Caucus introduces 2025 Equality Agenda
City staff explain local impacts of federal grant freezes, federal budget bill
Meriter Nurses Begin Strike
Veterans for Peace host annual Memorial Day rally
State Democrats introduce child care funding bill
Madison property values recovering from pandemic, new city report finds
Advocates renew call for gun violence prevention
Madison Public Library celebrates 150 years of service
Resolution urging lower voting age heads to the county board
Labor activity continues at GHC, Meriter
Child care providers demand restoration of state funding
"We are living in new territory," immigration attorneys say on second Trump presidency
Assembly committee hearing devolves into chaos
Wisconsin lawmakers gear up for state budget process
Mother Fool’s crash renews calls for action
Hundreds join "Day Without Immigrants" rally in Madison
It's May Day! May Day!
City leaders to consider harsher penalty for attacks on bus drivers
Lapses in training and communication to blame for uncounted ballots, city report finds
Protesters speak out against Judge Hannah Dugan's arrest
Student homelessness hits a record high, new report finds
Social Security Administration grapples with policy change, staffing cuts
New statewide coalition works to spread climate change awareness
Governor Evers' 400-year school funding boost stands, court decides
Academic unions rally against Trump, demand action from UW-Madison leaders
House Republicans advance bill overhauling voter registration
Protesters stage Tax Day sit-in at the state Capitol
Wisconsin Democrats want to overturn "Citizens United"
Incumbent alder John Guequierre retains seat following recount
Dane County farm-to-school programs at risk after federal funding cuts
Wisconsin nonprofits grapple with yet more federal funding cuts
Madison joins nationwide "Hands Off!" protest against Trump administration
Metro Transit’s general manager to leave this spring
All eyes on Wisconsin as voters elect Susan Crawford
City council races flooded with real estate cash
Advocates push for prison reform as lawmakers begin budget talks
Madison's new legislative lobbyist talks strategy
Madison leaders declare March 31st Trans Day of Visibility
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 20
Train advocates support state funding for passenger rail
Staggered alder elections begin this April
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 17
Children's Museum; Public Libraries supported by agency to be dismantled
Early voting numbers in Madison set new record
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 19
Trump's tariffs chaos brings down dairy prices
What’s with the referendum on the April 1st ballot?
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 16
New children's book celebrates Vel Phillips' legacy
Madison city clerk placed on leave ahead of spring election
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 13
UW-Madison students stage walk-out in support of Mahmoud Khalil
Madison mourns Tony Robinson Jr., ten years later
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 14
Madison voters seek compensation for uncounted November ballots
UW-Madison leadership urges drop in grad school admissions
“Real ID” enforcement kicks off this spring
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 15
GOP bill would force Wisconsin counties to comply with ICE
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 7
Senator Tammy Baldwin sounds alarm on Republican budget bill
Madison voices shed light on federal government's scope
Federal funding freeze impacts local climate projects
Downtown rally commemorates third anniversary of war in Ukraine
"We have the right to work in a safe environment"
Sleepy primary paves the way for high stakes Election Day
Governor Evers proposes sweeping prison reform plan
"Not My President's Day" protest comes to Madison
Proposed Madison charter awaits school board approval
Reach Dane Head Start grapples with federal funding uncertainty
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 5
Madison Landmarks Commission green lights change to demolitions code
Dane County’s pick for Human Services director declines job
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 4
City planners make strides on long-awaited, downtown development
Protesters reject Musk, Project 2025, and Trump actions
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 2
President Trump's tariff plan could mean trouble for dairy industry
Madison Bike Book Club hosts traffic planning conversations
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 18
Madison's CARES program expanding to Sun Prairie
Former U.S. Capitol officer visits Wisconsin, condemns January 6 pardons
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 12
Local lawmakers hear school safety concerns
City attorney seeks council's approval to join future environmental lawsuits
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 9
Governor Evers declares 2025 "The Year of the Kid"
St. Vinny's faces eight workplace safety citations
Wisconsin's minimum wage lags behind neighbors
Wisconsin now a "low tax state," new report finds
Meet the Candidates: Madison Common Council District 10
Milwaukee alder raises alarm about expansion of an ICE detention facility
Police Chief Shon Barnes gives last stats, weeks before move to Seattle
Water activists protest new Enbridge permits
Study links leaded gas at Morey Airfield to groundwater contamination
Madison finance leaders green-light ice arena deal
Outgoing Police Chief Shon Barnes recommends interim successor
Parties clash on top issues as budget season kicks off
Radio Chipstone Presents: 1,000 Hearts
Stu Levitan Presents: Madison in the Seventies
Justice and accountability for Kevin Price
ALCS shooting reignites focus on school safety
Madison gathers in community to mourn shooting victims
Mayor calls for privacy of ALCS shooting victims
3 dead, at least 6 injured after school shooting Monday morning
UW System spends millions on consultants
City council censures alder Charles Myadze
Wisconsin air suffering from out-of-state pollution, DNR report finds
Madison lowers residential speed limit
UW Police arrest 19 protesters at Board of Regents meeting
Construction to begin this winter on long-awaited state trail project
Dane County judge restores collective bargaining power for public employees
Wisconsin's top Democrat joins race to lead the DNC
Landmark bookstore in downtown Madison to close next year
City ethics board delays hearing on complaint against police oversight leader
Resolution considers future of Madison ice arenas
Interfaith leaders hold vigil for Transgender Day of Remembrance
Madison Police Department releases report on body camera pilot program
State Street pedestrian mall popular, report finds, but with "near daily vehicle strikes"
Madison alder Charles Myadze fields more accusations
State Law Interferes with Crane Deterence