CITY NEWS

State Street retains local culture, atmosphere despite rise in commercial chains

By Marin Rosen | Nov. 17

The opening of a new chain store sparks debate on whether or not an increase in commercial chains impact the overall character of State Street and downtown Madison. 

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CITY NEWS

Overturned car closes 900 block of Regent St.

By Donnie Slusher | Nov. 16

A car collision occurring shortly after 6 p.m. Wednesday closed the 900 block of Regent St. night.

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CITY NEWS

Madison Public Market, housing, grocery funding to be voted on by City Council

By Sarah Eichstadt | Nov. 15

The biggest amendment to the mayor’s budget is to provide funding needed for the Madison Public Market.

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CITY NEWS

Shine On Madison winter holiday event comes to downtown Madison

By Matthew Dubin | Nov. 15

Shine On Madison returns to downtown Madison to celebrate the holiday season. 

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CITY NEWS

Former deputy mayor, MMSD president Gloria Reyes announces mayoral campaign

By Charlie Hildebrand | Nov. 14

Gloria Reyes announced her candidacy on Thursday and is currently running uncontested. 

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CITY NEWS

UW primate lab lawsuit alleges abuse and censorship

By Francesca Pica | Nov. 11

The lawsuit against the primate lab goes beyond inhumane animal treatment, as a former caretaker alleges the lab censored her on social media. 

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CITY NEWS

Federalization of Wisconsin Hemp Program opens doors, leaves some farmers wanting more

By Gavin Escott | Nov. 10

Farmers and distributors navigate a shifting hemp landscape and look to the future. 

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CITY NEWS

Dane County works to reduce drug harm

By Jasper Bernstein and Reuben Berkowitz | Nov. 10

Here’s how Dane County is working with the community to prevent overdoses.

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CITY NEWS

Is it decriminalized? Clearing up the confusion about marijuana policy in Madison

By Sarah Eichstadt | Nov. 10

On campus and off campus use of marijuana lead to differing consequences.

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CITY NEWS

Pres House Apartments aims to accomodate students through unique leasing

By Marin Rosen | Nov. 7

The non-profit apartment building on campus is offering staggered leases to give students more time to make their housing decisions. 

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CITY NEWS

The Madison Public Market faces yet another financial setback

By Meghan Spirito | Nov. 3

The construction of the Madison Public Market has been delayed, and with a $5.25 million funding gap, the project does not seem to be starting any time soon, according to officials with the Madison Public Market Foundation.

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CITY NEWS

Mandela Barnes brings Pete Buttigieg to Madison to support his campaign for U.S. Senate

By Matthew Dubin | Nov. 1

Various elected officials came to support Mandela Barnes in his upcoming election for U.S. Senator on Nov. 8. 

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CITY NEWS

‘Harmful and confusing’: UW-Madison community reacts to antisemitic Halloween costume

By Charlie Hildebrand | Oct. 30

A person dressed as Adolf Hitler roamed the State Street area Saturday night, sparking anger and confusion among the campus community. 

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CITY NEWS

Investigation of Henry Vilas Zoo finds no evidence of discrimination or hostile workplace allegations

By Charlie Hildebrand | Oct. 29

The investigation, led by Judge Valerie Bailey-Rihn, did find evidence of unfair employment practices and problems within the zoo’s administrative structure. 

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CITY NEWS

Suspect involved in weapons violation fatally shot in Dane County

By Jasper Bernstein | Oct. 27

Dane County Sheriff's Office Deputy fatally killed the suspect linked to “several weapons violations.”

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CITY NEWS

Sabrina Madison appointed to District 17 Alder Seat

By Gavin Escott | Oct. 27

Madison was selected to fill the remainder of Gary Halverson's term after he resigned because of backlash from his previous ties to the Oath Keepers. 

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CITY NEWS

Sushi Express not affiliated with new restaurant under same name

By Sarah Eichstadt | Oct. 26

Sushi Express put a sign on their door asking customers to inform others.