Madison alders weigh staff cuts, tax increases to address impending budget gap
By Natasha Hicks | Mar. 11, 2024The Madison Common Council discussed solutions to close a $27 million budget gap at a March 5 meeting.
The Madison Common Council discussed solutions to close a $27 million budget gap at a March 5 meeting.
The Urban League hosted a fireside chat with Dr. Richard Harris at the Black Business Hub to discuss racial discrimination through redlining and the economic development of South Madison.
The World Championship Cheese Contest brought experts and enthusiasts to Madison to taste and judge cheeses from around the world.
As students scramble for housing in a market so competitive that students are signing leases a year in advance, city officials continue to wrestle with a housing crisis. In 2023, Madison’s rent prices increased 14%, according to Isthmus — the largest increase for any U.S. major city.
The Madison Police Department apprehended a man on Feb. 25 after an incident involving racial slurs and threats near the 400 block of West Gilman Street.
Employees at the State Street location expressed reserved feelings on bargaining with corporate.
Vintage Spirits & Grill announced Wednesday it will remain open indefinitely after The Carey Group withdrew from the luxury apartment project
Randall Park Rentals is offering residents a $25 rent credit in return for four- and five-star Google Reviews.
Students called to cancel Starbucks contracts due to alleged anti-union sentiment and unfair labor practices.
Event organizers called on Wisconsin legislators to support aid for Ukraine during the third year of the conflict.
The ten-foot-tall inflatable rat sits in front of the construction site, representing fair wages and benefits for all construction workers.
The fire broke out shortly before 9 p.m. Thursday.
The Medical Assistance Treatment program offers continued treatment for people recovering from opioid addictions imprisoned at the Dane County Jail.
The new policy will shorten hours of late night vending, raising concerns for vendors and customers.
Primary elections for the Dane County Board of Supervisors for Districts 13 and 36 appeared on the Feb. 20 ballot.
Wesley Sparkman joined District 33 Supervisor Dana Pellebon, Ald. Regina Vidaver and Sen. Melissa Agard in the race for Dane County executive.
Primary elections will be held on Feb. 20 for two contested Dane County district supervisor positions. Ten races on the April 2 ballot are contested.
The year-long program aims to increase transparency and accountability in police interactions.
The county partnered with Purple Cow Organics to expand its composting initiatives with money from a federal grant.
The Rental Rehab Program will provide eligible property owners with funding toward making major repairs, complying with building codes and regulations.