News

---

Walker: ‘We are heading in the right direction’

UW to review alcohol policies after sexual assault

Chancellor David Ward asked campus officials to examine UW-Madison’s sexual assault reporting process and alcohol policies Wednesday, addressing gaps identified in a recent report that revealed sexual assault allegations against former associate athletic director John Chadima.

UW to review policies after sexual assault

Chancellor David Ward asked campus officials to examine UW-Madison’s sexual assault reporting process and alcohol policies Wednesday, addressing gaps identified in a recent report that revealed sexual assault allegations against former associate athletic director John Chadima.

Ordinance to curb house parties passes committee

Mining bill sparks protest

Hundreds of citizens from around the state of Wisconsin gathered on the Capitol steps Wednesday to protest the Gogebic Taconite Iron Mining Bill, which would ease regulations and make it easier for companies to mine iron ore.

Meeting on proposed ASM constitution sees low turnout

Judge grants officials extra 30 days to verify Walker recall signatures

State election officials have an extra 30 days to verify the validity of 1.9 million signatures filed in the recall effort against Gov. Scott Walker, Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch, Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald and three other State Senators, after a Judge ruled Wednesday.

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.