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(02/24/21 2:53am)
The Daily Cardinal Editorial Board proudly endorses Ayomi Obuseh to represent District 8 on the Madison Common Council.
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Why isn’t Lakeshore Path lit?
(02/18/21 8:00am)
Walking the Lakeshore Path after nightfall is not for the faint of heart. Not only does the trail suffer from non-existent lighting, aside from the streaks of moonlight through the trees, but it lacks access points for police or escape routes for walkers. This renders the path unusable at night — except for those walking in groups, keys clenched between their knuckles with their phones out and ready to call 911.
MPD concludes tear gas is 'critical,' report to be discussed at committee meeting
(02/09/21 6:00am)
The Madison Police Department submitted a report to the Public Safety Review Committee describing the 11 recorded uses of tear gas — where 140 total canisters of gas were deployed — over the last 30 years, concluding that the gas is necessary for crowd control and barricaded individuals.
ASM Chair reflects on fall, looks forward to new semester
(01/26/21 8:00am)
Amidst a fall semester fraught with a global pandemic, the Associated Students of Madison (ASM) sought to legislate and promote policies and measures that not only reflect the thoughts and priorities of the diverse student body in which they represent, but also enact real change university-wide.
MPD Police Chief search delayed as community members give input, offer critiques
(12/10/20 8:00am)
Further extending a year-long vacancy, the Madison Police and Fire Commission decided to delay its election of the Madison Police Department’s next chief following strong feedback and concerns from the public Wednesday.
'We need change': Madison activist Ayomi Obuseh speaks on her campaign for District 8 Alder
(12/07/20 8:43pm)
Ayomi Obuseh, a local activist and organizer, became the first candidate to announce her campaign for the District 8 Alder position in late November. The UW-Madison student is running to represent the student-majority district which encompasses much of the campus area.
The race for District 8 begins as candidates step up and back down
(12/02/20 8:00am)
The race to be the next District 8 alder has officially begun as students announce their candidacy for the position. With a pool of progressives beginning to form and no incumbent, it could be anyone’s election this April.
'The system is broken': Madison’s local government is inaccessible to those that need it most
(11/02/20 2:49am)
A quiet summer night in Madison, Wisconsin came alive as over 1,000 demonstrators gathered at Capitol Square to protest the police shooting of 29-year-old Black man and father of three, Jacob Blake. The air smelled of vinegar and lighter fluid as protestors lit dumpsters on fire before being confronted by Madison Riot Police.
Officer involved in third fatal shooting won’t be prosecuted, leads to protests and looting in Wauwatosa
(10/09/20 5:00am)
The Milwaukee County District Attorney decided not to file criminal charges against Wauwatosa Police Officer Joseph Mensah on Wednesday over the Feb. 2 fatal shooting of 17-year-old Alvin Cole, leading to protests and riots in the city.
What a ban on '1033 Program' procurement would mean for Madison: An interview with Max Prestigiacomo
(10/06/20 1:17am)
The Madison Police Department has continued to utilize a Department of Defense program to accumulate military-grade equipment at a time when officers have faced criticism for their "militant" responses to the protests downtown. However, an upcoming vote at Tuesday’s Common Council meeting might shake things up.
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(10/05/20 9:22pm)
Alder Max Prestigiacomo represents District 8 on the Madison Common Council.
City council approves police oversight measures amid rising internal tensions
(09/07/20 5:00am)
Madison’s common council passed landmark legislation establishing an independent police monitor and civilian review board with overwhelming public support on Tuesday.
What you missed in Madison
(09/04/20 6:07pm)
March 23 — UW-Madison suspends face-to-face instruction.
UW-Madison College Democrats endorse undergraduate students Max Prestigiacomo, Elena Haasl for upcoming local elections
(03/02/20 4:59am)
This past Thursday, College Democrats of UW-Madison elected to endorse student candidates Max Prestigiacomo and Elena Haasl for the upcoming April 7 elections for District 8 Alder and District 5 County Board of Supervisors respectively.
UW-Madison student to be next District 8 Alder
(01/30/20 6:00am)
Eighteen-year-old Max Prestigiacomo will serve as Madison’s Common Council District 8 alder after the upcoming April election.
Youth climate activist announces run for City Council
(11/27/19 2:06am)
UW-Madison student Max Prestigiacomo announced his run Monday for Madison Common Council.
Madison Common Council appoints Sally Rohrer as District 8 Alder
(11/06/19 6:10am)
“Welcome Alderperson,” Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway said after District 8 Ald. Sally Rohrer’s took her oath. “Let the record show that Alderperson Rohrer is present as well.”
Bridging individual and community interests: Rohrer’s path to Common Council
(10/31/19 3:00pm)
Sally Rohrer’s interest in public policy began long before she was recommended for the District 8 Common Council seat.
Avra Reddy will bring progressive representation to Madison City Council
(02/04/19 11:23pm)
Madison is unique in the fact that it has a history of youth activism and engagement with politics. There are so many opportunities afforded to students and young people that help them get involved in the political process, and I’m lucky that I have been able to take part in them and help push for change.
Letter to the editor: Matthew Mitnick is the right candidate for District 8 Alder
(12/08/18 10:00pm)
How can our local leaders directly help those they govern? This is a question that I have heard time and time again from students in District 8.
