Fewer arrests at Freakfest allow for lower costs

schauf: Cpt. Mary Schauf of the Madison Police Department said the number of arrests at Freakfest has continued to decrease over the years.

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By Courtesy of UW-Superior, Universities of Wisconsin News Service | May. 8

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By Sonia Bendre | May. 7

A screenshot of a message displayed on the Canvas website following a security breach on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

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By Courtesy of Kristin Moala, Henry Vilas Zoo | May. 6

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