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A watch Yu Chen was reportedly wearing as he was fatally struck by a UW Lifesaving boat could have recorded details including his location and speed, according to family members.

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Evidence on windsurfer’s fatal collision with UW rescue boat reaches DA’s office, remains out of reach for family

By Gina Heeb | Nov. 1, 2017

The county is set to decide whether charges will be filed in the case of a windsurfer who was hit and killed on Lake Mendota by a UW-Madison safety boat, after a report on the incident reached the Dane County District Attorney’s office this week. Yu Chen, 43, sustained fatal injuries after he was struck May 31 by a UW Lifesaving boat, used for rescue operations on lakes serving UW-Madison and city.

Under the current budget proposal, prison facilities at the City-County building downtown would be closed.

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County officials nix raising jail renovation budget

By Gina Heeb | Oct. 31, 2017

Dane County is currently slated to pursue a $76 million proposal to modernize its prison system, but some officials worry that’s not enough.

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Man who reportedly attacked two UW-Madison students on, near campus charged

By Gina Heeb | Oct. 30, 2017

A 30-year-old man who was arrested earlier this month for attempting to abduct UW-Madison women on or near campus in two separate incidents was charged Monday in the cases.

Bishop Robert Morlino came under fire last week after the Madison Catholic Diocese sent an email encouraging priests to think “thoroughly and prudently” about whether gay parishioners are eligible for funeral services.

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Thousands sign petition to remove Madison bishop for ‘hateful behavior’ toward LGBTQ community

By Gina Heeb | Oct. 29, 2017

A petition to remove the leader of Madison’s Catholic community — who last week emailed local priests a list of “considerations” to use when deciding whether or not gay individuals are eligible to receive funeral services — has received thousands of signatures since it started circulating Thursday.

This year’s Freakfest saw a roughly 37 percent decrease in attendance from last year.

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Freakfest attendance declines sharply, possibly due to cold weather

By Connor Rolain | Oct. 29, 2017

Police reported “no serious incidents” at this year’s Freakfest, which saw a decrease in attendance from the previous few years.

A Madison man called the police after receiving a disastrous and at points violent haircut at Ruby’s Salon last Friday.

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Police revive two individuals who overdosed on heroin inside State Street business

By Noah Habenstreit | Oct. 29, 2017

Upon gaining entry to a State Street establishment, officers were able to revive the individuals, who had apparently overdosed on heroin.

Drug Take-Back Day, coordinated by the state Department of Justice, will take place this year on Oct. 28

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Prescription drug take-back day aims to tackle opioid abuse problem

By Connor Rolain | Oct. 26, 2017

Two days from now, police departments across the state are making an increased effort to combat Wisconsin’s opioid problem by participating in a prescription drug take-back program.

About 300 law enforcement officials will be working Freakfest this year.

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A cheat sheet for attending Freakfest

By Brandon Brown | Oct. 26, 2017

Each October, Freakfest takes over downtown Madison — here’s what you need to know before the event takes place Saturday. The Madison Police Department will deploy about 300 officials, including special event staff and university police, Central District Police Captain Jason Freedman said at a Thursday press conference. Additionally, all firearms and any item that security or police may see as dangerous are prohibited, according to the event’s website.

Bishop Robert Morlino, who heads the Catholic community in Madison, supports the email, according to Pray Tell.

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Catholic leaders in Madison suggest ‘guidelines’ for funerals for gay individuals, leaked email shows

By Gina Heeb | Oct. 25, 2017

It also says there should be “no mention” of the “partner” in any religious text or by funeral leaders. Additionally, a priest or parish involved with a funeral of a gay individual should not be listed in any public obituary that also lists the partner.

The 600 block of University Avenue encompasses several bars popular with students.

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Police deploy pepper spray before arresting three men in University Avenue disturbance

By Gina Heeb | Oct. 23, 2017

Madison police used pepper spray this weekend to break up a fight before arresting three men outside a popular strip of downtown bars this weekend. A “large” fight broke out on the 600 block of University Avenue early Saturday morning, Madison Police Department Public Information Officer Joel DeSpain said in an incident report.

The Beacon, Madison’s new homeless day resource center, could receive additional funds from the city if a budget amendment is accepted.

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New downtown homeless day shelter could receive a boost from the city council

By Ellie Borstad | Oct. 23, 2017

Downtown Madison’s new homeless day resource center could receive an additional $40,000 if a finance committee gives the go-ahead to an amendment to the city budget.

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Man suffers ‘significant head injuries’ in State Street robbery

By Noah Habenstreit | Oct. 22, 2017

Howard D. Eskridge, a 29-year-old Madison resident, was arrested after he allegedly punched the victim multiple times in the head and stole his cell phone, according to an MPD incident report.

New standard operating procedures at the Madison Police Department aim to make the use of lethal force a “last resort.”

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Lethal force should be last resort, new Madison police guidelines say

By Robin Cawley | Oct. 19, 2017

The Madison Police Department has changed their policy on using lethal forces, now requiring officers to deplete all other resources before the use of firearms.

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Could downtown jail renovations contribute to racial inequality? Many community members think so

By Ellie Borstad and Adam Maisto | Oct. 19, 2017

Dane County community members packed into a hearing before county officials Wednesday night, sparring over a proposed $75.2 million jail renovation project. The jail has been highly scrutinized in the past, with some noting dwindling building conditions and a lack of resources for prisoners.

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Homeless man brutally beats woman who opened her downtown home to him

By Brandon Brown | Oct. 18, 2017

A homeless man allegedly battered a woman in her West Gilman Street apartment early this month after she allowed him to stay with her. Police arrested William M.

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More than 20 cars vandalized with swastikas at Madison dealership

By Noah Habenstreit | Oct. 17, 2017

Swastikas were carved onto the hoods of more than 20 vehicles in a Madison car dealership lot.

Students can learn about the leases they sign through the Tenant Resource Center.

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As renting laws shift, resource center hosts tenant-landlord seminars

By Gina Heeb | Oct. 17, 2017

Tenant-landlord laws change a lot in Wisconsin. An upcoming seminar wants to keep the community up to date. The Tenant Resource Center will be hosting seminars next week to educate the community on renting laws.

A UW-Madison student told police she is concerned she was sexually assaulted at a fraternity house on Langdon Street.

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UW-Madison student says she may have been sexually assaulted at frat house

By Noah Habenstreit | Oct. 16, 2017

A UW-Madison student said she is “concerned she may have been sexually assaulted” at fraternity house Thursday night.

Police responded to six opioid-related incidents in Madison this weekend.

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Weekend of drug-related incidents puts spotlight on opioid crisis in Madison

By Adam Maisto | Oct. 15, 2017

Madison police responded to six opioid-related incidents over the weekend, the latest chapter in the city’s prolonged battle against the nationwide opioid epidemic.

Terry D. Fay, a 50-year-old Madison resident, was arrested for sexual assault of a minor Friday.

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Madison elementary school teacher arrested for sexual assault of former student

By Katie Kalvelage | Oct. 15, 2017

A Madison elementary school teacher turned himself in to police Friday after being accused of sexually assaulting a student repeatedly five years ago.

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