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Would you believe this one?
There’s a certain degree of hypocrisy inherent in politics. But with their statements on the lame-duck legislation, Wisconsin Republicans are saying the quiet part out loud. more
Mean streets
The #MeToo movement has targeted harassment and sexual misconduct in the workplace. But when will women be safe in public spaces? more
Dec 13, 2018
Dylan Brogan
The people’s house
After some unfortunate renovations of the Madison Municipal Building over the years, the city spent $30 million to restore the historic building to its original architectural splendor. “Municipal Restored” — a grand opening and art event — is Dec. 8. more
Dec 6, 2018
Rettler Corporation
Turf battle
Edgewood High School has long wanted a proper stadium to host sporting events; while many neighbors have long been opposed. Now that the school has officially submitted plans, the battle will be fought in city committees. more
Dec 6, 2018
Political football
Edgewood High School’s proposal to build a stadium isn’t getting much love from candidates lining up to represent the Dudgeon Monroe neighborhood. But one of the two candidates sees room for compromise. more
Dec 6, 2018
Dylan Brogan
Capitol "coup"
After hours of behind-the-scenes negotiations, Republicans pass lame duck bills to weaken Governor-elect Tony Evers and Attorney General-elect Josh Kaul. more
Dec 5, 2018
Carolyn Fath
Strength in numbers
Running for public office in Madison can be a lonely affair if you are a person of color. Ali Muldrow and Ananda Mirilli have each other’s back in their second attempts for Madison school board seats. more
Dec 5, 2018
Dylan Brogan
Back at it
Protesters held a rally and waited for hours to testify against a slew of GOP bills moving quickly through the Legislature. Many are frustrated, but not surprised, Republicans want to curtail power to newly elected Democrats. more
Dec 3, 2018
11:00 PM
Allison Geyer
Locked out
Hundreds of furious citizens showed up for a hearing on a sweeping plan that would strip powers from Gov.-elect Tony Evers, limit early voting and move Wisconsin’s 2020 presidential primary in an effort to help conservatives. more
Dec 3, 2018
5:37 PM
Model of dysfunction
Founded in 2013, Discovery To Product showed great promise to help UW-Madison researchers create successful companies. Instead, the program has become a model of university dysfunction. more
Nov 29, 2018
5:00 AM
Carolyn Fath
Mixed reviews
Many were stunned when the Tenant Resource Center fired Brenda Konkel as its executive director and have demanded her reinstatement. But five former employees say it was a long time coming. more
Nov 21, 2018
5:00 AM
How Dane County voted in the governor's race
How critical was Dane County turnout to the election of Tony Evers as Wisconsin's next governor? Our map details the dominance of the Democratic vote in the already blue county. more
Nov 16, 2018
10:00 AM
No contest
Democrats ousted Gov. Scott Walker and won five statewide offices on Nov. 6. But Assembly Speaker Robin Vos insists Republicans have the mandate to govern. more
Nov 15, 2018
5:01 AM
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From park to parking lot
James Madison Park is known for its large stretches of grassy field along the shores of Lake Mendota. But a proposed plan for the park introduces more parking and other changes. more
The trip to bountiful
There were a lot of New England IPAs this year, and many of them were good, even great. But our Robin Shepard doesn’t stop there. Here are all his favorite beers of 2018. more
Would you believe this one?
There’s a certain degree of hypocrisy inherent in politics. But with their statements on the lame-duck legislation, Wisconsin Republicans are saying the quiet part out loud. more
Crepe escape
Cafe Brittoli, in the old Cafe Zoma, has a new menu but is still a work in progress. Head for the breakfast sammies and the crepes. more
Man with a plan
UW-Madison’s WARF was founded in 1925 to help bring ground breaking research to the market. But it’s fallen behind the times and desperately needs to change. Erik Iverson has a plan. more
