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Nutrient pollution, salinization and more: panelists discuss threats to Dane County’s lakes

By John Ernst | Sep. 11

The Cap Times Idea Fest virtual panel discussed ongoing efforts to keep lakewater clean.

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UW alumni open Moon Bar, newest addition to campus bar scene

By John Ernst | Sep. 4

Alums Jeff and Jackie Rood held Moon Bar’s grand opening on Aug. 28, the night of the Badgers first home football game

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Students gather at ‘Paintacular’ to relax with watercolors before classes begin

By Cameron Schneider | Sep. 4

University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Wheelhouse Studio hosts annual free group painting event at the Memorial Union Terrace, allowing over 500 students to relax with art.

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WPR to cancel ‘University of the Air’ show amid funding uncertainty

By John Ernst | Jul. 31

‘University of the Air’ showcased University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers on air for 30 years, specializing in long-form interviews.

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UW-Madison’s queer student organizations celebrate Pride Month amid political turmoil

By Jake Kilander | Jun. 5

Despite funding uncertainty for LGBTQ+ student organizations, students plan to celebrate Pride Month on campus and around Madison.

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From Formula SAE to IndyNXT: Yuven Sundaramoorthy becomes the fastest Badger

By Molly Sheehan | Apr. 24

The University of Wisconsin-Madison helped Sundaramoorthy achieve his dream. Now he’s trying to mount a comeback.

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Walking tour illuminates Ho-Chunk history at UW-Madison

By Avery Chheda | Apr. 17

Kane Funmaker, a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation, leads the First Nations Cultural Landscape Tour on the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s campus, teaching guests about Native American history, mound preservation and the enduring legacy of the Ho-Chunk people on their ancestral land. 

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Irish Gaelic is an ‘endangered’ language. This UW-Madison class is helping keep it alive

By Sally Manning | Apr. 10

Rebecca Shields’ non-credit class invites students, staff and community members to learn and preserve the language.  

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Trump suspended refugee resettlement programs. Now refugees and their advocates face unstable futures

By John Ernst | Apr. 4

World Relief Wisconsin has resettled 2,000 refugees across the state since 2012, but new executive actions from the federal government threaten their future and the clients they help. 

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Literacy Green Bay supports English learners. But changing attitudes, politics has made that job harder

By Nick Bumgardner and Iain Chang | Apr. 4

Immigrants attend Literacy Green Bay because they believe knowing English will help them advance in their careers. But changing false stigmas about immigrants can be a challenge.

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Meet Sláinte: UW-Madison dance group connects students with Irish culture

By Avery Chheda | Mar. 20

University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Irish dance club, Sláinte, brings together students of diverse backgrounds and abilities to celebrate Irish culture. 

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How this priest maintains, restores his 170-year-old church in the heart of Madison

By Nick Bumgardner | Mar. 13

One hundred and seventy years after breaking ground, Grace Episcopal Church prepares for a new $1.5 million roof.

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UW-Madison’s own pinball wizard

By Oliver Gerharz | Mar. 6

University of Wisconsin–Madison senior Will DeGoey restores pinball machines in his spare time, turning neglected machines into intense personal projects and eventually fully-functioning games.

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From the field to the classroom: UW athletes read with Madison second graders

By Ronan Rataj | Mar. 6

University of Wisconsin-Madison football players embrace the role of reading in  Madison public schools. 

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As more Milwaukee public schools are linked to lead exposure, parents demand answers

By John Ernst | Feb. 27

Deteriorating lead paint at four Milwaukee public schools leaves parents and the district searching for solutions. 

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First elected Black mayor in Wisconsin reflects on trailblazing campaign, growing up in the South, life of public service

By Avery Chheda | Feb. 20

Frances Huntley-Cooper dedicated her life to public service and helping disadvantaged groups before serving as the first Black mayor in Wisconsin history. 

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‘We need to be more humble’: Former UW Regent reflects on service, urges regents, state government to work together

By Nick Bumgardner | Feb. 13

Regent Emeritus Bob Atwell reflected on his seven years on the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents, calling for unity and humility and reviving concerns about the board’s approach to COVID-19.