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UW and University of Minnesota rivalry to increase blood drive participation

Report: John Chadima sexually assaulted student on Rose Bowl trip

Senior athletic official John Chadima allegedly sexually assaulted a student employee during a Rose Bowl party in his hotel suite, a UW-Madison report revealed Tuesday.

Governor discloses funding, Dems critical

Gov. Scott Walker has raised $4.5 million over the past five weeks to defend himself against a potential recall election, according to his latest campaign finance report. However, Democrats are critical of where that money is coming from.

In wake of Porchlight fire, community acts to help displaced homeless residents

Jeff Gilbert did not think much of the smoke alarms ringing on the night of Jan. 13. Where he lived-the Porchlight Transitional Housing Complex on North Brooks Street-they went off frequently.

Second UW student enters Dane County Board race

University of Wisconsin-Madison student John Magnino announced his candidacy for the Dane County Board of Supervisors Tuesday.

Wisconsin among top states in defunding public higher education, report finds

Wisconsin ranks among the top states in defunding public higher education, a new report shows.

Student Judiciary denies MCSC’s request for appeal

The Student Judiciary denied the Multicultural Student Coalition's request for an appeal Tuesday, upholding the decision to deny the group funding eligibility.

‘We have to cut to the bone’: The impact of budget cuts at UW

Additional cuts to the University of Wisconsin System and expected tuition hikes pose a threat to the reputation of campuses state-wide, UW System President Kevin Reilly said.

Lectures explore blending rap, education

ASM chair presents internal budget request to SSFC

The Student Services Finance Committee discussed the Associated Students of Madison proposed budget on Monday, including a $100,000 request for alumni training.

Man, high on cocaine, jumps into Yahara River

fter hitting several cars, a hit-and-run driver under the influence of cocaine plunged into the Yahara River last Friday, Madison Police said Monday.

Groups raise money for recall

Although organizers are finished collecting signatures for recall campaigns, political groups continue to raise money in preparation for expected recall elections, which will likely take place sometime this summer.

Group kicks off ASM constitution proposal

With hopes to restructure the current student government system at UW-Madison, the Students for a Constructive Associated Students of Madison hosted its kickoff meeting Monday.

Community remains concerned with revised State Street proposal

Recall makes history, but future still unclear

 Organizers in the effort to recall Gov. Scott Walker and four Republican State Senators delivered an estimated 1.9 million signatures in the most participated-in recall effort in American history. But several significant issues must be resolved before recall elections actually occur.

Republicans react to potential recall elections

With a potential recall election looming, Gov. Scott Walker and his supporters are preparing to counter Democratic efforts against him and defend his record.

Students working to rewrite ASM constitution

Members of different student groups from across campus are working to rewrite the Associated Students of Madison Constitution, a move that could alter the makeup and structure of student government at UW-Madison.

Voter IDs available Monday

In response to the new Wisconsin Voter ID law that requires voters to present valid state-issued photo identification at the polls, the Union South's Wiscard office will distribute UW-Madison voter ID cards to those who present a valid Wiscard.

Frida’s restaurant closes permanently after shooting

State Street's Frida Mexican Grill is permanently closed following a shooting at the restaurant on New Year's Eve.

Chancellor from Vietnam War era dies

Former UW-Madison Chancellor Hugh Edwin Young, who led the university during the turbulent Vietnam War era, passed away Jan. 2 at the age of 94.