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Dane County DA announces Attorney General candidacy

Dane County District Attorney Ismael Ozanne is officially in the running to become the next Attorney General as of Thursday morning.

Dictionary of American Regional English releases survey to Madison residents

The Dictionary of American Regional English released a survey to residents of Madison and Algoma, Wis. Tuesday in conjunction with the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s online Survey Center, according to a university news release.

Renowned chef and UW alumnus dies Tuesday

Acclaimed Chicago chef and University of Wisconsin-Madison alumnus Charlie Trotter died Tuesday, according to a UW-Madison tweet.

Dean of Students, University Health Services address campus 'rape culture'

Harmful social norms regarding sexual violence discourage University of Wisconsin-Madison sexual assault victims from reporting incidents and seeking support, according to a University Health Services statement Tuesday.

Crossword Solution - 11/06/2013

Crossword Solution - 11/06/2013

Ethics are more important than notoriety

A fundamental principle of journalism is the productive incitement of discussion that does not arrive at the harmful expense of readers. In publishing the letter “‘Rape Culture’ Does Not Exist,” The Badger Herald has done one of these things correctly: opened a floodgate of dialogue for students to weigh in and victims to share experiences. However, the catalyst to this discussion has been an unproductive means of reaching a productive dialogue.

Woman reports acquaintance sexually assaulted her Sunday, police say

A 22-year-old female reported an acquaintance attacked and sexually assaulted her early Sunday morning on the 300 block of West Wilson Street, Madison Police Department Public Information Office Joel DeSpain said in an incident report.

Man reports costumed group attacked him following Freakfest, police say

A 25-year-old Belleville, Wis. man told police a group of four to five costumed partygoers attacked him Oct. 27 in the early morning following Freakfest after he insulted their costumes, Madison Police Department Public Information Officer Joel DeSpain wrote in an incident report.

Where should you live? A guide to off-campus housing

It's that time of year again. The rental ads are endless and the showing frenzy is in full swing. But take a breath, it'll be alright. Here is our guide to help you navigate the vibrant but overwhelming Madison housing market. 

UW System awards grants to UW-Madison

The University of Wisconsin System granted funding to two proposals involving UW-Madison Friday as part of a systemwide program meant to encourage economic growth and a stronger workforce in the state.

US Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner co-authors bill to limit domestic surveillance agencies

Two U.S. Congressmen, including U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner, R-Wis., have received broad stakeholder support for a bill they introduced last week that would limit government collection of phone records and require greater transparency and accountability from domestic surveillance organizations, Sensenbrenner said in a press release Friday.

UW-Madison Freshman application deadline extended three days

Students vying for freshmen acceptance to the University of Wisconsin-Madison will now be able to submit their applications until Monday instead of the original Nov. 1 deadline.

Natatorium changes may be reduced in rec sports plan

A plan to revamp recreational sports may include downsized changes to the Natatorium in response to student feedback.

DA clears Madison police officers of criminal liability in August civilian shooting

Dane County District Attorney Ismael Ozanne cleared three Madison police officers of any criminal wrongdoing Friday in the August civilian shooting death of Charles Carll.

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Man exposes himself to woman Monday on Langdon Street

Madison police are pursuing a suspect who allegedly exposed himself to a 21-year-old woman outside a sorority house Monday afternoon, according to a police report.

New downtown Persian restaurant to open during weekday lunch hours

A new downtown Persian restaurant, which quietly opened its doors in September, is extending its business hours to accommodate weekday lunch service, according to Isthmus.

Student Judiciary rules in Finance Committee’s favor in law student organization appeal

The Student Judiciary ruled Monday to uphold a Finance Committee decision denying travel funding to a law student organization.

Parent Program facilitates Chinese campus resources webpage

Parents of University of Wisconsin-Madison students who speak Mandarin will have access to campus resources in a new section of the Parent Program website written in Mandarin, according to a university news release.