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City of Madison surveillance camera
Tear gas used against fleeing protesters without authorization
Initially, Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney was told his deputy fired a tear gas round at protesters because a “rock or brick” was thrown at law enforcement. But a video obtained by Isthmus shows otherwise. Read more
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City of Madison surveillance camera
Tear gas used against fleeing protesters without authorization
Initially, Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney was told his deputy fired a tear gas round at protesters because a “rock or brick” was thrown at law enforcement. But a video obtained by Isthmus shows otherwise. Read more
Sep 18, 2020
Forward Theater Company
The lifespan of an artform
Forward Theater’s “The Lifespan of a Fact” is more than a new way to make a play. It’s a demonstration of the resilience of artists and the dedication of audiences. Read more
Sep 17, 2020
Peter Hurley/Vilcek Foundation
Hills and valleys and…"You're Fired"
Isthmus Picks for Sept. 17-24 includes a virtual "Retrofuture" dance from Crucible, self-guided explorations of Richland and Sauk counties, insights on the upcoming election from UW faculty, and more. Read more
Sep 16, 2020
Moderates need to get in the game
The left-center has been routed. The far left pretty much runs it all and there isn’t even much of a loyal opposition. Read more
Sep 15, 2020
The activist professor
For a long time I believed I could either be the one to study the revolution, or the one marching in the streets. I could not be both. Read more
Sep 14, 2020
Robin Shepard
Seek and you shall find
Humble Forager Austin Jevne graduated from West High School and turned to Octopi Brewing when he needed to produce his Humble Forager beers. The brewery distributes primarily in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois, but is expanding. Read more
Sep 14, 2020
Paying Off Debt – Creating a Debt Management Plan
It’s a word that can hang heavy on our shoulders. Most of us have it, and none of us want it. Debt. Read more
Sep 14, 2020
Zoom/Summit Players Theatre
All the world’s a stage — and now, a classroom
Summit Players Theatre, Wisconsin’s traveling Shakespeare company, has adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic by presenting online educational materials for students. Read more
Sep 12, 2020
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Rain, rain, go away
COVID-19 crops up on campus and some restaurants close. Overall, the plan is still for dining outdoors, despite a cool exit for summer. Read more
Sep 11, 2020
Elliot Hughes
Just the facts on police oversight
The police monitor would be paid between $103,000 and almost $140,000 and the civilian oversight board members would be paid a stipend. The stipend would break with precedent. Read more
Sep 10, 2020
CXC Middleton Outdoor Recreation and Sports Complex
Unhappy trails
In recent years, local cross-country skiers had one place to go when Mother Nature was not cooperative: Madison’s Elver Park. Another facility with snowmaking abilities is on hold. Read more
Sep 10, 2020
Joe Newton
Sep 10, 2020
9:00 AM
MJ Williams
Music for troubled times
Hayward Williams releases a new album, “Every Color Blue,” showcasing a top-notch band and songwriting. Read more
Sep 9, 2020
3:07 PM
Amanda Wood
Haunting Americana
John Hardin’s “Bright Arcana in the Lowland Plains” offers a heart-wrenching look at life and death. Read more
Sep 9, 2020
3:02 PM
courtesy Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Celebrating bikes, quilts and wetlands
Isthmus Picks for Sept.10-17 includes Madison Bike Week, the Great Wisconsin Quilt Show, a talk on international recognition for the Lower Wisconsin Riverway, and more. Read more
Sep 9, 2020
5:00 AM
Ned Piyadarakorn
Editing our future
“Human Nature” is a new documentary featuring UW-Madison bioethicist Alta Charo. It looks at the ethical implications of the gene-editing technology known as CRISPR. Read more
Sep 7, 2020
1:10 PM
COVID puts campus to the test
Despite efforts to minimize contact and potential contamination, there are concerns about how people will stay safe and healthy and what will happen if the university has an outbreak and has to shut down. Read more
Sep 4, 2020
2:30 PM
Robin Shepard
More than a new brewpub
Hop Haus’s new Fitchburg location greatly expands its capacity for brewing, canning, and seating. The original Verona location will remain open as well. Read more
Sep 4, 2020
10:30 AM
Ellen Rosner
COVID coves and real life vampires!
A roundup of new releases from Cribshitter, Fuzzysurf, Harmonious Wail, Luke McGovern and Soot. Read more
Sep 4, 2020
5:00 AM
Dylan Brogan
Kenosha at the center
Staff writer Dylan Brogan reports from Kenosha as the city struggles to understand what comes next after the police shooting of Jacob Blake — and contends with a visit from President Donald Trump and his supporters. Read more
Sep 2, 2020
6:24 PM
Over a barrel
State alcohol regulations and city zoning ordinances don’t always mix. One Barrel Brewing is finding that out the hard way as it tries to open an outdoor seating area. Read more
Sep 2, 2020
6:00 PM
Lori Phillips
Fireworks and boat rides
Isthmus Picks for Sept. 3-10 includes virtual editions of the Lady Laughs and Token Creek festivals, drive-in fireworks, the online premiere of a new documentary theater project, and more. Read more
Sep 2, 2020
5:00 AM
Laura Zastrow
We are what we eat
There is that one dish. You know the one. The one you crave, the one you simply cannot not order. If you don’t already know about these dishes, we hope you’ll try them and love them too. Read more
Sep 1, 2020
1:00 PM
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Kenosha at the center
Staff writer Dylan Brogan reports from Kenosha as the city struggles to understand what comes next after the police shooting of Jacob Blake — and contends with a visit from President Donald Trump and his supporters. Read more
We are what we eat
There is that one dish. You know the one. The one you crave, the one you simply cannot not order. If you don’t already know about these dishes, we hope you’ll try them and love them too. Read more
Rain, rain, go away
COVID-19 crops up on campus and some restaurants close. Overall, the plan is still for dining outdoors, despite a cool exit for summer. Read more
Editing our future
“Human Nature” is a new documentary featuring UW-Madison bioethicist Alta Charo. It looks at the ethical implications of the gene-editing technology known as CRISPR. Read more
Unhappy trails
In recent years, local cross-country skiers had one place to go when Mother Nature was not cooperative: Madison’s Elver Park. Another facility with snowmaking abilities is on hold. Read more
Hill & Valley Exploration Tour
Events celebrating rural living, 9/19-20 & 26-27, Richland and Sauk counties; kick-off 5-8 pm, 9/18, Reedsburg City Park. Read more
Sep 20, 2020
RSVP for University League Fall Coffee
With video performance of "Dolley Madison: The Lady Who Saved Washington," by Jessica Michna, 10 am, 9/23, via Zoom. Free. RSVP by 9/20 for link. Read more
Sep 20, 2020
ONLINE: Paul Begala
Discussing "You're Fired: The Perfect Guide to Beating Donald Trump," new book (Wisconsin Book Festival). RSVP for link. Read more
Sep 21, 2020
7:00 PM
MSCR Pontoon Boat Rides
Madison School and Community Recreation rides, 5:30 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays and 1:30 & 3:15 pm Sundays, Tenney Park; 1:30 & 2:45 pm Fridays, Warner Park boat launch, 1201 Woodward Drive. $5 donation. Read more
Sep 22, 2020
5:30 PM
ONLINE: Improving Communication Access in Healthcare during COVID-19 and Beyond
UW Department of Sociology "Forward: The Wisconsin Idea, Past & Present" series lecture by Sarah Marshall. RSVP for link: cagoldberg@wisc.edu. Read more
Sep 22, 2020
6:00 PM
