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New Wisconsin legislative districts led to bipartisan state budget
Significant gains by Democratic candidates in Wisconsin’s new electoral districts gave Democrats newfound influence over the state budget.
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One Dish: Earl Grey crème brûlée at Mint Mark
In this month’s One Dish, we rejoice over a twist to a dessert classic.
Jul 10, 2025
Rory Doyle
What to do in Madison this weekend: Fête de Marquette, 'Reconstituting' and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for July 10-13 also includes the Broadway tour of 'Wicked;' the annual collision of Art Fair On the Square and Art Fair Off the Square.
Jul 10, 2025
Hannah Jo Anderson
Gavin Dillon Lawrence’s new play premieres at American Players Theatre
‘The Death of Chuck Brown,’ written and directed by Lawrence, explores themes of family relationships, community safe spaces, Black history, and gentrification’s impacts in historically Black neighborhoods.
Jul 9, 2025
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Behind the Isthmus cover: July 2025
Oberon Jagodinski’s drone shot of the Fools’ Flotilla features one of Madison’s fun summertime events from a dramatic angle.
Jul 9, 2025
Eat the still life
Is it a cookbook? An art book? A lifestyle manifesto? ‘The Watercolor Feast’ is a delightful combo of all three.
Jul 9, 2025
Isthmus welcomes AAN Publishers convention to Madison
Editors, designers, publishers and revenue teams are convening in Madison to discuss how to succeed and grow as local, independent media outlets.
Jul 8, 2025
Community Shares of Wisconsin Backyard Hero: Katherine Bellow
Each month Community Shares of Wisconsin presents the Backyard Hero Award to organizations and people making change happen in our community. This month’s hero is Katherine Bellow.
Jul 8, 2025
Mariah Moneda
The 2025 Wisconsin Triennial at MMoCA lays out the welcome mat
The Wisconsin Triennial, at the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art through Sept. 14, is more than a showcase of 24 working artists from around the state. This exhibition challenges visitors to connect with modern art in new ways.
Jul 8, 2025
Tommy Washbush
Paul’s in perpetuity
There are businesses you’d never guess are operating quietly out of people’s Madison homes. This is the story of a basement bookseller.
Jul 8, 2025
Freepik
New Wisconsin legislative districts led to bipartisan state budget
Significant gains by Democratic candidates in Wisconsin’s new electoral districts gave Democrats newfound influence over the state budget.
Jul 7, 2025
Jim Gill / WPR
A time of upheaval for public media
Even before federal funding cuts seemed imminent, public media has been struggling.
Jul 7, 2025
Michael Brosilow
American Players Theatre comes full circle with ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
The heart of this production of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ is the play-within-the-play.
Jul 7, 2025
Joan Marcus
What to do in Madison this week: Collard Fest, 'Wicked' and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for July 7-10 also includes Fête de Marquette, which gets rolling on Thursday; soprano Angela Brown joins the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra for Concerts on the Square.
Jul 7, 2025
5:07 AM
Matt Weinberger
Brave New Voices to be held in Madison
Organizers say the festival gives young people an outlet to help them process some of their angst and emotion.
Jul 4, 2025
3:30 PM
Tommy Washbush
Save the VA
Retired VA doctor Michael Siebers warns that the Veterans Health Administration is in a ‘crisis,’ with federal cuts to staff and services negatively impacting veteran care.
Jul 4, 2025
10:00 AM
Kristin Shafel
With community gatherings and private events, Garver Feed Mill comes into its own
Hosting community events draws a range of people into the expansive former sugar beet factory. It’s a deliberate strategy to support the 15 local businesses that call Garver home.
Jul 4, 2025
8:00 AM
Liam Beran
Du-plex the right thing, city officials urge
Homeownership and affordable housing will become more accessible under a new package, city officials argue.
Jul 4, 2025
7:00 AM
Tatiana Shirasaki
Dedication to the institution
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley is retiring from the Wisconsin Supreme Court at the end of July after 30 years of service.
Jul 3, 2025
8:00 AM
Lizzy Larson
Downtown Madison fills out
Five years after the COVID lockdown, business in downtown Madison is booming. But with that growth comes inevitable pains.
Jul 3, 2025
8:00 AM
Lizzy Larson
‘Scraping by’
Everyone loves Madison’s free music events. But the organizations behind them say additional support is needed to keep their finances stable.
Jul 3, 2025
8:00 AM
Tommy Washbush
UW-Madison investigates police officer who students say acted inappropriately
A student journalist uncovered examples of late-night texts, free rides, and sharing of police intel to help students avoid bar raids.
Jul 3, 2025
6:00 AM
Brad Weier
What to do in Madison this weekend: Caring for Erik, Catfish River Music Festival and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for July 3-6 also includes the Mallards transformation into the 'Neverminds' for one night only; Fourth of July weekend festivals including the Monona Community Festival, National Women's Music Festival, Stoughton Fair and WaunaBoom.
Jul 3, 2025
5:03 AM
Robin Shepard
Better than an ice bucket
Drinking beer is easier than having a bucket of ice dumped over your head. Ales for ALS, sessionable brews, and a new Hop Garden taproom in Belleville are all part of southern Wisco’s July beer scene.
Jul 2, 2025
4:00 PM
Liam Beran
Abortion ruled legal in Wisconsin, but significant threats remain
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has struck down the state’s 1849 criminal abortion ban, but current restrictions remain in place.
Jul 2, 2025
12:20 PM
In the July issue
Downtown Madison fills out
Five years after the COVID lockdown, business in downtown Madison is booming. But with that growth comes inevitable pains.
‘Scraping by’
Everyone loves Madison’s free music events. But the organizations behind them say additional support is needed to keep their finances stable.
UW-Madison investigates police officer who students say acted inappropriately
A student journalist uncovered examples of late-night texts, free rides, and sharing of police intel to help students avoid bar raids.
Du-plex the right thing, city officials urge
Homeownership and affordable housing will become more accessible under a new package, city officials argue.
Dedication to the institution
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley is retiring from the Wisconsin Supreme Court at the end of July after 30 years of service.
Fête de Marquette
Annual Bastille Day celebration (benefits Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center), 7/10-13, McPike Park, with French-themed food, arts & crafts. Free admission; volunteers also needed. Click through for schedule.
Jul 10, 2025Jul 13, 2025
Wicked
Touring Broadway production, 7/9-27, Overture Center-Overture Hall, at 7:30 pm Tuesdays-Fridays, 2 & 7:30 pm Saturdays and 1 & 6:30 pm Sundays, plus 1 pm, 7/10. $203.90-$56.20.
Jul 10, 2025
1:00 PM
Savanna Jam
Savanna Institute agroforestry celebration, with kids' activities, talks, music by Alison & Taylor Ackley, Tsuzamen, food carts. Free. Rain date: 7/15.
Jul 10, 2025
5:00 PM8:00 PM
The Death of Chuck Brown
Written and directed by Gavin Dillon Lawrence, 6/24-9/25, American Players Theatre-Touchstone, Spring Green.
Jul 10, 2025
7:30 PM
Wicked
Touring Broadway production, 7/9-27, Overture Center-Overture Hall, at 7:30 pm Tuesdays-Fridays, 2 & 7:30 pm Saturdays and 1 & 6:30 pm Sundays, plus 1 pm, 7/10. $203.90-$56.20.
Jul 10, 2025
7:30 PM
