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Last updated March 6, 8:44 am (I’m done traveling and this should be regularly updated again now – sorry about that!)
Friday, March 6, 2026
City of Madison
- Amtrak plans to bring passenger trains to Madison by 2030 – State Journal
- Free seeds for your garden are now available at 8 Madison Public Library locations – Madison365
- Don’t shrink the Common Council and County Board – Tone Madison
Dane County
- Oak savanna being restored at Holy Wisdom Monastery – State Journal
Education
- UW-Madison lukewarm on 3-year degrees despite UW system’s blessing – Cap Times
- UW campuses can start offering 3-year bachelor’s degrees, Board of Regents says – State Journal
Spring Elections
Other
- Wisconsin residents could buy BadgerCare insurance under proposals – Cap Times
- In the 608: Final day for News 3 Now Community Baby Shower – Channel3000.com
Thursday, March 5, 2026
City of Madison
- How much can Madison do to keep Park Street safe? – State Journal
- Landmark status sought to block Gilman Street building’s demolition – Cap Times
- Proposed Regent Street redesign garners mixed responses – WORT 89.9 FM
- Week of 3/2/26: Meetings for Playgrounds and Property Taxes – Alder Davy Mayer
- Madison Police Department reports drop in crime rates in 2025 due to new community outreach programs – Badger Herald
- Odana Hills Golf Course in Madison to open for the season on Saturday, March 7 – WKOW Channel 27
- Street Sweeping During the Overnight Hours Begins Sunday, March 8, 2026 – City of Madison
- Madison officials: No conflict in police monitor investigating arrest of police oversight chair – State Journal
Dane County
- Plane departing from Dane County Regional Airport crashes in Chicago suburb – Channel3000.com
- Madison School District is transitioning from pre-packaged lunches to more made-from-scratch meals – State Journal
- Info Session: (Community Campus Plan).- City of Middleton
- Sun Prairie mayor outlines proposed referendum – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison and Milwaukee zoos receive grants for conservation projects – WKOW Channel 27
- DeForest water rates to increase for first time since 2021 – Sun Prairie Star
- City council hears proposal for apartments at the Sentry site – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Pickleball courts to open – City of McFarland
- Board OKs contract for new senior center/gym – Fitchburg Star
- City holds joint meeting with Oregon – Fitchburg Star
- Village holds joint meeting with Fitchburg – Fitchburg Star
- Dane County Fairest of the Fair search begins – Channel3000.com
Education
- Student group repurposes gently used items during dorm move-out – Daily Cardinal
- Changes to federal immigration process stress members of UW-Madison international community – Daily Cardinal
- UW-Madison police say license plate reader cameras helping investigations on campus – WMTV Channel 15
- UW announces creation of guide for federal agent encounters – Badger Herald
- Madison and Wisconsin’s high school graduation rates improve again – State Journal
- UW requires students to report vaccination records – Badger Herald.4
Spring Elections
- Madison School Board race Q&A: Nicki Vander Meulen and Dani Colussi-Lynde – Cap times
- Sun Prairie District #2 alder candidates answer Q&A – Sun Prairie Star
- Incumbent Rick Rose affirms commitment to transparency – WORT 89.9 FM
- Waunakee school board candidate responds to Q&A – Waunakee Tribune
- Meet the candidates for Dane County Board, District 16 – State Journal
Other
- Report: Child care in Wisconsin may require more state support – State Journal
- Operation Fresh Start hosts second annual Women in Construction Career Fair in Madison – Channel3000.com
- Does ICE have access to Flock data? – Isthmus
- The fight to keep Wisconsin’s government on camera – Madison Commons
- Over one million diapers raised in sixth annual WMTV Diaper Drive – WMTV Channel 15
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
City of Madison
- Rising gas prices impact Madison business as war in Iran continues – Channel3000.com
- Madison Fire Announces Firefighter/EMT Recruitment Open Houses – City of Madison
- Uncover the mysteries of Agatha Christie at Meadowridge Library this March – Isthmus
- Madison faces backlash with lawsuit over 2024 absentee voting errors – Badger Herald
Dane County
- Rising gas prices renew focus on Dane County carpool program – WMTV Channel 15
- Dane County ordinance moves forward to update safety guidelines on frozen lakes – WKOW Channel 27
- DeForest Village President resigns to focus on health and family – WKOW Channel 27
- Verona seeking public input on new skatepark design – WKOW Channel 27
- High Noon Solar operating agreement recommended for approval in P&Z – Waunakee Tribune
- No charges in alleged assault of Middleton mayor – State Journal
- Father Alfred Kunz killing: 28 years later, Dane County sheriff vows justice in unsolved case – WMTV Channel 15
- Middleton mayor withdraws temporary restraining order against former city planner – Channel3000.com
- Dane County airport generated $2.6 billion in 2024 – Verona Press
- Explore the full report – City of Middleton
- Dane County sheriff releases statement on 28th anniversary of Father Alfred Kunz’s murder – WKOW Channel 27
- Brush and Yard Waste Site is open – City of McFarland
- Legal reinterpretation leads to solar farm rejection in Waunakee – Waunakee Tribune
- Bridge replacement planned on CTH M – State Journal
- Pilot killed in northern Illinois plane crash after departing from Madison – WKOW Channel 27
Education
- Madison school board gets progress update on special education plan – WORT 89.9 FM
- UW-Madison students studying abroad in Middle East relocated – WKOW Channel 27
- March 2026: Notes from the Chancellor – UW-Madison
- 4K issues could impact future state equalization funding for Waunakee School District – Waunakee Tribune
- What UW-Madison provost finalists say they’ll bring to campus – Cap Times
- University responds to Middle East conflict – UW Madison
Spring Elections
- Goodwill Obieze wants to lower child care costs – WORT 89.9 FM
- Dane County budget should prioritize essential services, Simran Arora … – WORT 89.9 FM
- Meet the candidates for Middleton mayor – State Journal
- Meet the candidates for Fitchburg mayor – State Journal
- DeForest trustee candidates tackle growth, trust issues in forum – Sun Prairie Star
Other
- WMTV Diaper Drive campaign tops $75k goal, supports families in need – WMTV Channel 15
- Did Milwaukee just make itself a sanctuary city? – WisPolitics
- Wisconsin could expand newly-implemented school cell phone ban – WisPolitics
- Gov. Evers says federal hemp law will hurt Wisconsin – WisPolitics
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
City of Madison
- ‘We could not be happier’: Regent Street reconstruction plan heads to Transportation Commission – WMTV Channel 15
- Olbrich Gardens launches expansion process, seeks public input – Isthmus
Dane County
- Henry Vilas Zoo reintroduces the Tundra Buggy – WMTV Channel 15
- Citing health reasons, DeForest village president resigns – Sun Prairie Star
- Prescribed Burns Planned for Stormwater Basins • Verona, WI – Verona Press
- Henry Vilas Zoo reopening Tundra Buggy – Channel3000.com
- Deerfield grant program funds shuffleboard, street trees, food pantry equipment – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Melissa Agard: Dane County must live within our means – WisPolitics
- Longtime Dane County parks and conservation leader Bill Lunney dies at 84 – State Journal
- Dane County: Mourns the loss of parks leader and conservation champion Bill Lunney – WisPolitics
- City of Stoughton Hires Brandon Hill as Chief of Police – City of Stoughton
- McFarland Village Board appoints Quiroga as new municipal judge – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
Education
- Judge dismisses lawsuit against Sun Prairie School Board, former superintendent – Channel3000.com
- UW-Madison students in Jordan evacuating to nearby Turkey – State Journal
- Judge dismisses lawsuit against Sun Prairie School Board and superintendent – WKOW Channel 27
- How UW–Madison and industry are working together to shape Wisconsin’s AI future – UW Madison
- Kennedy Elementary parents, employees decry district’s proposed staff cuts – Cap Times
- WSUM 91.7 on the campus of UW-Madison – State Journal
Spring Elections
- Patrick Buchholz seeks to become new face on Cottage Grove Town Board – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Meet the candidates for Madison City Council, District 14 – State Journal
- Monona Community Media to host Monona Grove School Board candidate forum – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Meet the candidates for Fitchburg City Council District 4, Seat 8 – State Journal
- Sun Prairie City Council District #4 candidates answer Q&A – Sun Prairie Star
- Waunakee Dane County board candidates respond to Q&A – Waunakee Tribune
Other
- Madison event highlights homelessness struggles through immersive experience – Channel3000.com
- Urban Triage hosts homelessness awareness event on Capitol Square – WKOW Channel 27
- Help eliminate diaper insecurity in Wisconsin through WMTV Diaper Drive – WMTV Channel 15
Monday, March 2, 2026
City of Madison
- Social Justice Center fights city over denied food pantry agreement – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison police report drop in violent and property crimes in 2025 – WMTV Channel 15
- Speed, Seed, EV Charging, Owen History, and CDBG – Alder John Guequierre
- Madison police report year-over-year crime reductions – State Journal
- Public parking expanded to Wilson lot during evenings and weekends – State Journal
- Madison Launching the Third Year of the Building Energy Savings Program (BESP) – City of Madison
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of March 2, 2026 – Alder Dina Nina Martinez Rutherford
- Regent St at TC, Transportation Academy, and upcoming PIMs – Madison Bikes
- Pick Up Free Seeds for Your Garden from Eight Madison Public Library Locations Beginning March 2 – City of Madison
- ‘Weird’ Park Street building wins OK, some neighbors still oppose it – Cap Times
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of March 2, 2026 – Alder Bill Tishler
- Community Connection Week of March 2nd, 2026 – Alder Carmella Glenn
- Madison crime drops across all categories in 2025, police chief credits community partnerships – Channel3000.com
- Madison sees drop in violent crime in 2025 – City of Madison
Dane County
- Dane County mourns the loss of former parks commissioner – WMTV Channel 15
- Acting Chief appointed as Stoughton Chief of Police – WKOW Channel 27
- Avian influenza confirmed in backyard chicken flock in Dane County. – WMTV Channel 15
- Dane County mourns loss of Bill Lunney, a parks and conservation icon – WKOW Channel 27
- Dane County mourns loss of former park commission chair – Channel3000.com
- Bird flu confirmed in small flock in Dane County – WKOW Channel 27
- Bird flu case confirmed in Dane County – Channel3000.com
- Upcoming Routine Trail Maintenance Operations at McGaw Park • Fitchburg, WI – City of Fitchburg
- Good Neighbor News – City of Middleton
- MGE Electric Upgrades – City of Middleton
- Stoughton police appoints new chief – Channel3000.com
Education
- 3.2. 26Instruction Work Group – YouTube
- Former Sun Prairie West principal pleads not guilty in child abuse reporting case – WMTV Channel 15
- Former Sun Prairie principal accused of failing to report child abuse given signature bond – Channel3000.com
- Former Sun Prairie West principal makes initial appearance on charges of failing to report child abuse – WKOW Channel 27
- Mother, lawmaker demand action after student reportedly fed dog food – WisPolitics
- Provost finalists make their cases for the role – Daily Cardinal
Spring Elections
- Five in a race for 3 open Waunakee trustee seats – Waunakee Tribune
- Support candidates who show independence, commitment – Waunakee Tribune
- Meet the candidates for Fitchburg City Council, District 3, Seat 6 – State Journal
Other
- Village Diaper Bank partnerships help reach families in Dane Co. experiencing homelessness – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison’s Center for Black Excellence and Culture announces grand opening – State Journal
- UnityPoint Health-Meriter names new chief nursing officer – Channel3000.com
- The Center for Black Excellence and Culture: Announces its grand opening with community open house – WisPolitics
- In the 608: How you can help local families during the Community Baby Shower – Channel3000.com
- Chrysalis, Inc.’s 4th annual Shared Threads a chance to share personal stories of resilience and connection – Madison365
Sunday, March 1, 2026
City of Madison
- City Meetings and Updates Week of March 2 – Alder Derek Field
- City Meetings and Updates Week of March 2 – Alder Badri Lankella
- Madison’s electric buses are passing a brutal cold-weather test – Cap Times
- Regent Street plan tweaks; University and Meadow development update; MPD hosting Assemblies and Demonstrations training; Lots of parks PIMs and more! – Alder Regina Vidaver
- Traffic Enforcement, Speeder’s Hotline, and More Updates – Alder Tag Evers
- Week of March 2, 2026 – Alder Joann Pritchett
Dane County
- Dane County jail consolidation “a tough project,” staff say in pro… – WORt 89.9 FM
- Mark Your Calendars! (Paper Shredding)- City of Middleton
Education
- Superintendent Joe Gothard on property tax sticker shock, future referendum and state funding fixes – State Journal
Spring Elections
Saturday, February 28, 2026
City of Madison
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of March 2, 2026 – Alder John Guequierre
Dane County
- Have Madison F-35 fighter jets been deployed to the Middle East? – State Journal
- City of Middleton appoints new EMS chief – WMTV Channel 15
Education
- Oregon school board talks 2026-27 staffing – Fitchburg Star
- Madison leaders demand action on report that student was fed dog food – Cap Times
Other
- PSC requires Alliant Energy file new application with fewer redactions for data center rates – Wisconsin Public Radio
Friday, February 27, 2026
City of Madison
- Starter homes? No, we need starter apartments – Tone Madison
- Madison city officials prepare drivers for snow coming this weekend – WMTV Channel 15
- Paid Public Parking Now Available at Wilson Lot (Evenings and Weekends) – City of Madison
- Madison appeals ruling allowing lawsuits in 2024 ballot-counting case – Wisconsin Watch
Dane County
- Middleton appoints Kris O’Dell as EMS chief – WKOW Channel 27
- Middleton mayor drops injunction against alleged abuser; criminal case continues – State Journal
- Dane County law enforcement boosts traffic safety efforts – Channel3000.com
- Gloria Ladson-Billings, Theo Edmonds to keynote Dane Arts 2026 Business of Art Conference V – Madison365
- Middleton mayor drops push for restraining order against former city planner – Channel 27
- LAST CALL! – City of Middleton
Education
- Mother seeking answers after she says son with autism was fed dog food at Madison East High School – WMTV Channel 15
- Lawmaker hosts press conference regarding MMSD dog food incident – Channel3000.com
- WSUM named best college radio station in the U.S. – Channel3000.com
- UW-Madison’s third provost finalist says he’s always had a Wisconsin Idea mindset – State Journal
- Madison mom claims MMSD staff fed autistic and non-verbal son dog food – WKOW Channel 27
- Mother, elected officials, and community members demand answers after son with autism allegedly fed dog food at Madison East – Madison365
- Madison School District acknowledges alleged dog food incident as parent seeks answers – State Journal
-
Democratic lawmakers want UW to make Wiscards valid voter ID – Daily Cardinal
- UWPD defends Flock camera usage at University Committee meeting – Daily Cardinal
- School board approves new K-5 science curriculum – Verona Press
Spring Elections
Other
- Literacy Network receives $80,000 grant for its Citizenship Program – Madison 365
- Madison’s Center for Black Excellence and Culture prepares for grand opening in May – Channel3000.com
- Center for Black Excellence and Culture nears spring opening in Madison – WMTV Channel 15
Thursday, February 26, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison teachers will begin visiting students’ homes – State Journal
- Madison Common Council approves funding to support homeownership programs – Channel3000.com
- Warner Dog Park reopens after dog’s death – Channel3000.com
- Warner Dog Park reopens after investigation into sick dogs – State Journal
- Warner Dog Park in Madison reopens after dog’s death reported – WMTV Channel 15
- Warner Off-Leash Dog Park reopened after dog passed away this month – WKOW Channel 27
- Annexation throws curveball into Madison-McFarland border talks – Cap Times
- Common Council approves investments into affordable homeownership – City of Madison
- Social Justice Center Appealing Removal of Benches and Little Free Library/Pantry – Forward Lookout
- No need for more UW-Madison dorms, development groups say – Wisconsin State Journal
Dane County
- Dane Arts Conference registration open to public – WKOW Channel 27
- Middleton hosting community blood drive next month – Channel3000.com
- Several Dane County municipalities to pursue IT services consortium – Sun Prairie Star
- Council OKs new high-density housing – Fitchburg Star
- Dane County is reviewing how it does contracts. Here’s what nonprofits want to change. – Madison 365
- Dane County could face $31 million deficit in 2027, with more in the future, controller says – Madison365
- Dane County Airport: new car rental charge approved as leadership touts economic impact – Daily Cardinal
Education
- School board talks 2026-27 staffing – Fitchburg Star
- Police investigating report of school staff member feeding Madison nonverbal student dog food – Wisconsin State Journal
- Who are UW-Madison’s three provost finalists? – Daily Cardinal
- BadgerEMS gains student government support for student-led EMS program – Daily Cardinal
- Cambridge School Board approves 2026-27 school-year calendar – Cambridge News and Deerfield Indepdendent
Spring Elections
- Live on Monona Community Media YouTube – City of Monona
- Monona Grove School Board Candidate Forum – City of Monona
Other
- Democratic bill would allow for more local landlord regulation – Daily Cardinal
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
City of Madison
- Detail Summaries from Common Council Meeting 2/24/26 – Alder Barbara Harrington McKinney
- University Avenue lane reduction starting Monday – Channel3000.com
- Madison plan aims to save families up to $30 monthly in utility bill assistance – WKOW Channel 27
- Lane Reduction on University Avenue Starting Monday, March 2 – City of Madison
- Madison Public Market Will Celebrate the Local – WORT 89.9 FM
- Connect with Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway this Friday during Alder Madison’s Office Hours – Alder Sabrina Madison
- D7 Lunch and Learn: Understanding Property Taxes with Alder Badri Lankella – City of Madison
- MPD Speeders Hot Line – Alder Barbara Harrington McKinney
Dane County
- Buc-ee’s project funding raises DeForest growth policy questions – Sun Prairie Star
Education
- Madison Police investigating report of non-verbal student being fed dog food at high school – WMTV Channel 15
- MMSD, MTI come out in support of school funding lawsuit – WKOW Channel 27
- Cardinal Call: UW-Madison to select new provost – WORT 89.9 FM
- Sun Prairie School District enrollment projections differ significantly – Sun Prairie Star
- Madison East staff member placed on leave after alleged dog food incident – Wisconsin Public Radio
- UW student who recorded others in Sellery Residence Hall bathroom reportedly took over 40 videos – Badger Herald
- Monona Grove School District to install O.A.K. Box first aid kits – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison schools are already looking ahead to next year’s budget, and it’s not looking great – Madison 365
- Madison schools are already looking ahead to next year’s budget, and it’s not looking great – Daily Cardinal
- UW to launch new aerospace engineering major – Daily Cardinal
- Madison police investigating report of non-verbal student being fed dog food – Channel3000.com
- MPD investigating non-verbal student fed dog food by MMSD staff member – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison Public schools faces up to $38M in new costs – WMTV Channel 15
- Monona Grove School District fully equipped with overdose prevention boxes – WKOw Channel 27
Spring Elections
- John E. Fons says he’s prepared to make tough budget decisions – WORT 89.9 FM
- Dane County judicial candidates seek Democratic Party’s endorsement – State Journal
Other
- Village Diaper Bank partners with Dane County food pantries to address diaper need – WMTV Channel 15
- Clinic aims to prioritize health for Black and brown men in Madison – Fox 47
- Foundation for Black Women’s Wellness gets $1.75 million from Merck Foundation for cardiac care – Madison 365
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison Common Council moves to offer more mental health services to city’s fire department – WMTV Channel 15
- Responding to ICE fears, MPD rolls out new vehicle and staff markings – WORT 89.9 FM
- $6.2 Million, 29 Homes, and the Question Nobody Asked – 77 Square Miles
- Madison officials propose legislation to reduce utility bills for low-income families – Channel3000.com
- City of Madison: Temporary closure of Midland Street for equipment removal – WisPolitics
- Temporary Closure of Midland Street for Equipment Removal – City of Madison
- Week of February 23rd – Alder Sean O’Brien
- City of Madison reports housing remains constrained despite improvements due to its affordability efforts – Badger Herald
- Madison plans to buy 17 properties to complete Royster Corners development – State Journal
Dane County
- Dane County to release $1 million to accelerate housing development – Waunakee Tribune
- Dane Co. allocating $1 million to accelerate housing development – Channel3000.com
- Dane County to release $1M to accelerate housing development – WKOW Channel 27
- MGE Electric Upgrades – City of Middleton
- Dane County: To release $1 million in funding to support communities’ efforts to accelerate housing development – WisPolitics
- Cottage Grove village, town collaborate on fire services future plan – Herald Independent and McFarland Thistle
- Deerfield board goes paperless, OKs digital devices – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Batteries and Fire.City of Middleton
- MGE Electric Upgrades – City of Middleton
- Native Plant Sale – City of Middleton
- Write-in candidate could win in Marshall Village Board election – Sun Prairie Star
Education
- Why UW-Madison interim provost believes he’s the right one for the permanent job – State Journal
- Charges referred against MMSD staffer accused of taking naked photo of child – WKOW Channel 27
- Longtime CEO of Morgridge Institute for Research at UW-Madison to retire – State Journal
- New options for Waunakee high school campus could top $102 million – Waunakee Tribune
- School Districts band together in plea for education funding amid state surplus – Waunakee Tribune
- Sneak peek at new Middle School – Waunakee Tribune
- Sun Prairie East, West members advocate for FFA during National FFA Week – Sun Prairie Star
- Morgridge Institute: CEO Brad Schwartz announces retirement – WisPolitics
- UW-Madison’s first provost finalist emphasizes shared experiences – State Journal
Spring Elections
- Carlos Rodriguez Lewison wants to create a ‘veterans village’ – WORT 89.9 FM
- Sandy Jankowski withdraws from Cambridge village board race – Herald Independent and McFarland Thistle
Other
- Dane County judicial candidates make their case at Bar Association forum – State Journal
- Seen and Unseen Installation Opens The Big Share – WORT 89.9 FM
Monday, February 23, 2026
City of Madison
- Office Hours this Friday, February 27, 2026, Follow up discussion on Harm Reduction Drop In Center RFP (Dane County), Prescribed Burns in District 17, Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 23, 2026 – Alder Sabrina Madison
- Park Development Plans – Southwest Area – Alder Yannette Figueroa Cole
- Madison Public Market receives national sustainability certification ahead of opening – Daily Cardinal
- Park Street crash prompts emotional meeting on traffic safety fixes – Cap Times
Dane County
- Community conversations continue on Sun Prairie Police & Fire referendum – WKOW Channel 27
- Public Health announced no additional reports of measles associated with Feb. 2 case – WKOW Channel 27
- No new measles cases in Dane County as exposure risks expire – WMTV Channel 15
- No additional measles cases reported in Dane Co. – Channel3000.com
- Meadows Neighborhood – City of Middleton
- Dane County Parks department earns awards – Waunakee Tribune
- Monona considers allowing police to buy armored rescue vehicle – Herald Indepdendent and McFarland Thistle
- Dane County Parks receives three awards – WMTV Channel 15
- Police Training Activity Today • Fitchburg, WI – City of Fitchburg
Education
- MMSD Board of Education approves bus plan for middle schoolers near Park St. – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison Metropolitan School District outlines priorities for 2026-27 budget planning – Channel3000.com
- 2.23.26 Regular Board of Education Meeting – Madison School Board YouTube
- MMSD outlines 2026-27 budget priorities amid cost increase concerns – WKOW Channel 27
- UW-Madison’s public affairs school receives $30M honoring Herb Kohl, finds new home – Wisconsin Public Radio
Spring Elections
- Incumbent Heidi Wegleitner says growing county needs more housing, bet… – WORT 89.9 FM
- DeForest residents can learn about candidates at forums – Sun Prairie Star
- Dane County Exec Agard: Announces spring endorsements – WisPolitics
Sunday, February 22, 2026
City of Madison
- City Meetings and Updates Week of February 23 – Alder Derek Field
- Near West Alders M&G, New Regent St Housing Project PIM, Lake Forest Reconstruction PIM, and More! – Alder Tag Evers
- 2026 Prescribed Burns in District 19 – Alder John Guequierre
- Week of February 23, 2026 – Alder Badri Lankella
- District 19 2026 Street Chip Sealing – Alder John Guequierre
- East Main and South Hancock Street Closures – Alder Mike Verveer
- More on Park Street; CORP Clinic; Advocacy Social; Bike License Plate – Madison Bikes
- Alder meet and greet TOMORROW; Keep a lookout for prescribed burns this spring; Lots of announcements and events – Alder Regina Vidaver
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 23, 2026 – Alder Bill Tishler
Education
- Student-led nonprofit Meals Matter expands From Middleton to Sun Prairie and beyond – WMTV Channel 15
- New $1.325 million elementary math curriculum approved for Sun Prairie School District – Sun Prairie Star
- UW Board of Regents to allow political canvassing in dorms -Badger Herald
Other items of note
- Local letter carriers push for higher wages – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison USPS workers, supporters rally for fair contracts – WMTV Channel 15
Saturday, February 21, 2026
City of Madison
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 23, 2026 – Alder John Duncan
Dane County
- Waunakee hires firm for Waun-A-Clean site cleanup – Waunakee Tribune
- Cross Plains taco restaurant reopens after water pipe rupture forced closure – WKOW Channel 27
Education
- How Madison and its school district are trying to make getting to school safer – State Journal
- Student government votes to form committee for graduate and professional students – Daily Cardinal
- Madison schools highlight support after current, former students die in shooting – WMTV Channel 15
Other items of note
Friday, February 20, 2026
City of Madison
- East Main and Hancock Streets closing for reconstruction – Channel3000.com
- Former Alder Charles Myadze’s domestic violence trial set for August – Madison365
- E Main Street and S Hancock Street – City of Madison
- 150 years after last body removed, Madison’s Orton Park no longer classified a cemetery – State Journal
- Warner Dog Park remains closed after dog death, nothing of visible concern found – Channel3000.com
- Madison Public Library Celebrates the Legacy of Agatha Christie at Meadowridge Library This March – City of Madison
- Warner Dog Park released updates since closing after dog died last week – WKOW Channel 27
Dane County
- Madison homeless shelters hit record numbers as Dane County faces federal housing cut – WMTV Channel 15
- Invasive species threaten Madison’s perch fishing, local businesses feel impact – WKOW Channel 27
- Growing a Pollinator-Friendly Garden • Verona, WI – City of Verona
Education
- Campus food pantry demands university support – Channel3000.com
- Former school janitor pleads guilty to child pornography possession. – State Journal
- Madison nonprofit CEO, school board VP make first court appearance since Dec. arrests – WMTV Channel 15
- Proposed math curriculum for Madison schools has critics elsewhere – Cap Times
- Madison School Board member, Urban Triage CEO charged with misdemeanors – State Journal
Other items of note
- Black fashion takes center stage at Meadowood runway show – WKOW Channel 27
Thursday, February 19, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison homeless shelter sees aging population, needs more mobility equipment – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison officials prepare drivers for snowy Friday morning commute – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison looking for feedback on proposed public art for State Street garage – State Journal
- Hong Kong Café, Choles Floral could be demolished for 113-unit apartment building on Regent Street – Isthmus
- Madison’s Metro Transit plans to buy 16 hybrid buses, cut emissions – Cap Times
- Finalists unveiled for State Street Campus Garage public art – Channel3000.com
- Madison residents share memories, express support for detained Señor Machetes owner – WKOW Channel 27
- Safety improvements coming to Park Street amid deadly pedestrian crash involving MMSD student – WMTV Channel 15
Dane County
- Stoughton Opera House offers risk-free ticket guarantee for February through May shows – Channel3000.com
- New report touts Dane County Regional Airport’s economic impact – WORT 89.9 FM
- Volunteers plant new prairie at South Main Park – Verona Press
- Info Session: – City of Middleton
- The Problem With Wipes? – City of Middleton
- Native Plant Sale – City of Middleton
- Village of Windsor to take over beer sales for WindsorFest – Sun Prairie Star
- Verona’s new skatepark: Share your ideas at workshop – Verona Press
- Xavier A. Yarn: Efforts to stem homelessness hampered by federal uncertainty – WisPolitics
- Dane County Regional Airport brought nearly $2.6 billion to south-central Wisconsin, study finds – State Journal
- Dane County Regional Airport generates nearly $2.6B in economic impact – WKOW Channel 27
Education
- UW La Follette School to move into Music Hall, renamed to Herb Kohl Hall -BadgerHerald
- Service dog coming to Monona schools – Herald Independent and McFarland Thistle
- Madison school board vice president, CEO of Urban Triage charged after downtown parking incident – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison Police confirm delay in sharing photo of Thoreau student with school’s leadership – State Journal
- Deerfield middle school to include 6th graders this fall – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Madison school board VP, Urban Triage CEO charged in incident outside downtown theater – Channel3000.com
- Two injured after vehicle hits school bus – Fitchburg Star
- UW master’s programs in education, engineering programs ranked among best in nation – Badger Herald
- What is UW’s public health response to communicable diseases? – Badger Herald
Spring Elections
- Voters to choose between Ben Jones, Huma Ahsan in Dane County Circuit Court election – Badger Herald
- Research shows social media advertising suppresses voting in targeted communities – Cap Times
- Ahsan campaign: Dane Dems endorse Attorney Huma Ahsan for Dane County Circuit Court Branch 1 – WisPolitics
Other items of note
- UW Health emergency department gets own address – WMTV Channel 15
- Kwik Trip’s green bananas surprise shoppers – WKOW Channel 27
- State Rep. Francesca Hong graces cover of TIME that explores AI concerns – WKOW Channel 27
- Two injured after vehicle hits school bus – State Journal
- UW Hospital gives the ER its own address so it’s easier to find – State Journal
- Tony Castañeda joins race for 76th Assembly District – Madison365
- Madison residents share memories, express support for detained Señor Machetes owner – Daily Cardinal
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
City of Madison
- Driver accused in Park Street crash that killed West student was going 62 mph, criminal complaint says – State Journal
- Madison Public Library receives $20K donation from Carnegie Corporation – WKOW Channel 27
- Results are in ahead of Madison Arts committee review of public input for Reindahl Park art project tonight – State Journal
- Madison Public Library Receives $20,000 from the Carnegie Corporation of New York – City of Madison
- Connecting with Madison’s Near-West Alders – City of Madison
- Madison student’s death prompts talk of more city-school collaboration – Cap times
Dane County
- Cambridge Arts Council annual fundraiser gala is approaching – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Native prairie project at Sun Prairie East gets boost from Dane County’s Ripple Effects – Sun Prairie Star
- Video explains how to identify sheriff’s deputies – Sun Prairie Star
- Former Sun Prairie city staff call for administrative audit – Sun Prairie Star
- Residents seek answers at Sun Prairie’s first referendum town hall – Sun Prairie Star
- Dane County Regional Airport generates nearly $2.6 billion in economic impact – Channel3000.com
- Study: Dane County Airport generates $2 billion, supports 10,000 jobs in 2024 – WMTV Channel 15
Education
- Student faces charges after bringing weapon to Middleton High School – Channel3000.com
- Middleton student arrested for having air gun at high school – State Journal
- Student accused of taking up to 50 videos of others in UW-Madison dorm bathroom – Fox 47
- Student accused of taking up to 50 videos of others in UW-Madison dorm bathroom – Channel3000.com
- UW The Open Seat Food Pantry demands support from university leadership – Badger Herald
- Westside Elementary roof project expected to cost $525,000 – Sun Prairie Star
- The Madison School District adjusts Park Street busing after crash killed West student – State Journal
- Student in custody after bringing air pistol to Middleton High School – Channel3000.com
- Student found with replica firearm at Middleton High School, taken into custody – WKOW Channel 27
Spring Elections
- Huma Ahsan vows grassroots challenge in Dane County Circuit Court race – Isthmus
- Jones, Ahsan advance to circuit court judge election in April – Waunakee Tribune
- Thank you for voting, provisional voting reminder – City of Madison
- Find the latest election results on Channel3000.com – Channel3000.com
- Primary election eliminates one candidate from Cottage Grove village board – Herald-Independent and McFarland Thistle
- Incumbents cruise to victory in 2 Dane County Board districts – State Journal
- Find the latest election results on Channel3000.com – Fox 47
- Notice of Outstanding Provisional Ballots – City of Middleton
- Here’s what’s on your spring primary ballot today – Daily Cardinal ????????
- Ben Jones, Huma Ahsan advance to general election for Dane County Circuit Court Branch 1 – Madison 365
Other items of note
- Settlements reached in personal injury cases against WORT-FM – State Journal
- Phish to kick off their summer tour at the Kohl Center – WMTV Channel 15
- Remembering the 1996 fire that destroyed Madison’s Hotel Washington – State Journal
- Dane County primaries narrow the field for April election – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison community leaders remember the Rev. Jesse Jackson – WMTV Channel 15
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
City of Madison
- Envision Downtown Madison Survey – Alder Mike Verveer
- Madison, McFarland seek public feedback on potential border changes – WORT 89.9 FM
- Madison police officers released from hospital after attack – Fox 47
- Madison hemp stores face evolving regulations – Isthmus
- Weekly Updates and Spring Election Day – Alder Yannette Figueroa Cole
- Today is Election Day – City of Madison
- Former Schoep’s Ice Cream building may be redeveloped into apartments – State Journal
- Warner Dog Park closed after dog dies, another falls ill following visits – State Journal
- 2026 Spring Primary Election Day – Alder Joann Pritchett
Dane County
- No injuries reported following gas leak at DeForest assisted living facility – Channel3000.com
- Red Cross Blood Drive – City of Middleton
- Madison, Cottage Grove crews put out large bulldozer fire at Dane County Landfill – WMTV Channel 15
- Crews extinguish fire at Dane Co. landfill – Fox 47
- Madison firefighters tackle bulldozer fire at Dane County Landfill – WKOW Channel 27
- Fire destroys $700,000 bulldozer at Dane County Landfill – State Journal
- Cottage Grove considers penalties for false fire alarms – Herald Indepdendent and McFarland Thistle
- Federal housing dollars for Dane County homeless programs at risk – Cap Times
- Property Tax Payments After Due Date Should Be Paid to Dane County • Fitchburg, WI – City of Fitchburg
- Sun Prairie seeks $3.95 million referendum for city services – WMTV Channel 15
Education
- Student Senate is seeking candidate application – The Clarion
- Details released of UW student who recorded others in bathroom – WKOW Channel 27
- UW–Madison ranked among America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 – UW Madison
- Herb Kohl Philanthropies donates $30 million to UW-Madison’s La Follette School – Fox 47
- Oregon Police: School bus driver also cited in crash with SUV that injured 2 people – WMTV Channel 15
- School bus driver cited for inattentive driving after crash with SUV in Oregon – WKOW Channel 27
- Oregon school bus driver cited following crash with SUV – Fox 47
- Oregon school bus driver cited following crash with SUV – Channel3000.com
- Students march Bascom to demand sanctuary campus declaration amid ICE activity – Daily Cardinal
- With a gift honoring Sen. Herb Kohl’s legacy, Music Hall to be renamed and serve as future home of La Follette School – UW Madison
- UWPD arrests student for filming in bathroom – Daily Cardinal
Spring Elections
- Immigration attorney, incumbent advance in April Dane County Circuit Court election – State Journal
- Jones campaign: Statement following victory in today’s primary election for Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1 – WisPolitics
- Polls are closed. Follow live primary results for Dane County – State Journal
- Polls close across Wisconsin for Spring Primary Election – WMTV Channel 15
- Jones campaign: Madison Teachers Union endorses Judge Ben Jones for Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1 – WisPolitics
- 4 questions today’s spring primary election in Dane County will answer – Cap Times
Other items of note
- Growing number of retirees return to work as costs rise – Channel3000.com
- MSCR Meadowood Neighborhood Center & MSCR Afterschool to host series of Black History Month events – Madison365
- New Wisconsin bill could cap rent hikes in mobile home parks – Channel3000.com
- Community members flock to Señor Machetes after owner is detained by ICE – Madison365
Monday, February 16, 2026
City of Madison
- Overture Center reaches $30 million fundraising goal – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison ice skating rinks and lagoons closed for the season – WKOW Channel 27
- Warner Dog Park closure prompts caution for pet owners – WKOW Channel 27
- Warner Park dog park closed after dog dies – Channel3000.com
- Madison recognizes crossing guards during appreciation week – Channel3000.com
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 16, 2026 – Alder Dina Nina Martinez Rutherford
- Overture Center in Madison hits $30M goal to secure vibrant arts future – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison Public Library encourages youth literacy through Read to a Dog events – Daily Cardinal
- Madison dog park remains closed after dog died – Fox 47
- New Madison City Clerk has Hands Full with Election Prep – WORT 89.9 FM
- Near West Side Alders Meet & Greet, 2025 Housing Snapshot Report, and more updates – Alder Tag Evers
- Dog’s sudden death prompts closure of Warner Park off-leash area – WKOW Channel 27
- Warner Park off-leash dog park closed after dog’s sudden death reported – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison dog park remains closed after dog passes away – Channel3000.com
- Warner Dog Park closed after one dog dies, another falls ill following visit – State Journal
- Community Connection Week of February 16th, 2026 – Alder Carmella Glenn
- Alder meet and greet 2/23 6pm; New measles exposure; Public Information Meetings, events, announcements, and more! – Alder Regina Vidaver
Dane County
- Verona installs solar panels on city buildings – WKOW Channel 27
- Free tax preparation services available in Dane County – Channel3000.com
- After confirmed measles case, Public Health fights to stop the spread – WORT 89.9 FM
- Dane County offers free tax preparation services – WMTV Channel 15
- Dane County Executive Agard highlights free help for tax preparation – Waunakee Tribune
- Proposed pipeline under McFarland wetlands not workable, village administrator says – Herald Independent and McFarland Thistle
- Dane County Exec Melissa Agard highlights free tax prep program – WKOW Channel 27
- Overture Center fundraising campaign hits $30M goal – Fox 47
- Cambridge board delays decision on pedestrian crossing at Kwik Trip – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Waunakee Chamber recaps a year of ‘connection, opportunity, growth’ – Waunakee Tribune
- Traffic Safety Commission recommends review of Dekorra J-V intersection safety – Waunakee Tribune
- New measles case identified in out-of-state traveler who visited Madison – Wisconsin Public Radio
Education
- Herb Kohl Philanthropies announced a $30 million pledge to UW’s Music Hall – WKOW Channel 27
- Herb Kohl’s foundation donates $30 million to renovate UW-Madison’s Music Hall for LaFollette School – State Journal
- Police: UW-Madison student arrested for taking videos in dorm restroom – State Journal
- Free tax preparation services available in Dane County – WMTV Channel 15
- School bus hit by SUV in village of Oregon, no kids hurt – WKOW Channel 27
- Monona Grove School District asks for study of whole portfolio of properties – Herald Independent and McFarland Thistle
- Regents ease access to campaigning in dorms – Daily Cardinal
- UW-Madison student accused of recording people in residence hall restroom – WMTV Channel 15
- Student arrested for recording others in dorm restroom – Fox 47
- UW student identified and arrested for recording others in residence hall restroom – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison kindergarten, 4K program enrollment opens – State Journal
- Fiscal considerations needed to save schools – Herald Independent and McFarland Thistle
- MMSD opens online enrollment for 2026-27 4K, 5K programs – Channel3000.com
- Herb Kohl Philanthropies to donate $30 million to UW-Madison’s La Follette School – WMTV Channel 15
- UWPD arrests student who recorded others in dorm bathroom – Badger Herald
Spring Elections
- What to know before the spring primary election – Channel3000.com
- Free state IDs available for voters without identification in Wisconsin – Channel3000.com
- Public Notice of Board of Canvassers – City of Monona
Other items of note
- Goodwill SCWI secures grants to preserve housing – WKOW Channel 27
- In the 608: The River Food Pantry hosting drive-thru donation drop-off event Monday – Channel3000.com
Sunday, February 15, 2026
City of Madison
- Park St Safety on TC Agenda, Closing a Network Gap in South Madison – Madison Bikes
- Veridian Homes wants to take residents ‘Back to the Future’ – State Journal
- Makeup Leaf Collection, Spring Primary Election, Office Hours, Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 16, 2026 – Alder Julia Matthews
- City Meetings and Updates Week of February 16 – Alder Derek Field
- Week of February 16, 2026 – Alder Joann Pritchett
- Construction underway, first apartments proposed at large Madison subdivision – State Journal
- Week of February 16, 2026 – Alder Badri Lankella
Dane County
Education
- Another attempt to fund UW-Madison program that recovers MIA soldiers’ remains stalled – State Journal
- UW-Madison now requiring students to disclose vaccination status – WKOW Channel 27
Other items of note
- Waunakee woman finds hope through The River Food Pantry after life-changing accident – Channel3000.com
Saturday, February 14, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison’s housing crisis is getting better for renters – State Journal
- New Community Measles Exposure Alert at Madison Hotel – City of Madison
- 5-story redevelopment near Capitol will be naturally affordable, developer says – State Journal
- Firefighters cut hole in ice ahead of Polar Plunge – WKOW Channel 27
- Construction begins on Maurer’s Urban Market – WKOW Channel 27
Dane County
- Measles exposure reported at Madison hotel – State Journal
- Officials investigate second measles case in Dane Co. – Channel3000.com
- Health officials investigate new measles exposure at Madison hotel – WMTV Channel 15
- New measles exposure in Madison prompts urgent health investigation – WKOW Channel 27
Education
- UW-Madison implements vaccination disclosure requirement to improve health response – WMTV Channel 15
Spring Elections
- Meet the candidates for Cross Plains municipal judge – State Journal
Friday, February 13, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison’s latest housing market report card: 5 key takeaways – Cap Times
- Madison needs a wake-up call – Tone Madison
- Latest “Housing Snapshot Report” Published – Alder John Guequierre
- District 19 Gets New Fire Truck – Alder John Guequierre
- Black History Month MPD South Side – Alder Yannette Figueroa Cole
- Madison Bikes hosts Winter Bike to Work Day – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison reworks Park Badger redevelopment with single 6-story building – State Journal
- Luna’s Groceries opens on South Park Street with mix of Latino and American food – State Journal
- Intermittent Elevator Outages at Overture Center Garage on February 16 – City of Madison
- City of Madison Celebrates Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week – City of Madison
- Community Development Authority updates plans for Park Badger redevelopment – City of Madison
- Madison Fire Department unveils new ladder truck – WKOW Channel 27
Dane County
- Sun Prairie police open investigation into Middleton mayor’s allegations – State Journal
- Sun Prairie Historical Museum to reduce operations – Sun Prairie Star
- Dane County Grant for EV Charging Stations Near Multi-Family Housing – Alder John Guequierre
- Multiple treated for carbon monoxide leak at Epic construction site – Verona Press
- Tourist Rooming House(AKA Short Term Rentals) Public Hearing – City of McFarland
Education
- UW-Madison students demand campus leaders support food pantry– Cap Times
- UW-Madison to require vaccine disclosure – Daily Cardinal
- MMSD media event with Superintendent Gothard tackles a variety of important school issues – Madison 365
- Mistakes admitted in personnel, human resources report for Sun Prairie School District – Sun Prairie Star
- Fraternity cancels ‘Lily’s Classic’ fundraiser over UW-Madison’s safety concerns – State Journal
- UW-Madison requiring students to share vaccine status following measles case – Wisconin Public Radio
Thursday, February 12, 2026
City of Madison
- A letter to the drivers of South Park Street – Isthmus
- Equal Opportunities Commission – Alder Barbara Harrington McKinney
- Madison Police Department shares how to differentiate local and federal officers – Badger Herald
- District 1 Virtual Public Information Meeting – Alder Barbara Harrington McKinney
- Judge rejects Madison’s stance on uncounted absentee ballots – WisPolitics
Dane County
- Dane County seeks solutions for 150 additional unhoused as new shelter opens this spring – WKOW Channel 27
- Fitchburg to receive funds for affordable housing – Fitchburg Star
- Skatepark Community Input Workshop • Verona, WI – City of Verona
- Westport unveils incorporation boundary agreement – Waunakee Tribune
- Council approves grant application for Verona Avenue & Main Street intersection study – Verona Press
- Kalvin Barrett announces bid for reelection as Dane County sheriff – Badger Herald
- City Council talks parks plans – Fitchburg Star
Education
- UW-Madison introduces new policy requiring students to disclose vaccine status – WKOW Channel 27
- New policy: UW-Madison requires students to share vaccination records amid increase in diseases – WMTV Channel 15
- Public health measures to protect our campus community – UW Madison
- School board reviews student, family experience surveys – Verona Press
- How safe is UW drinking water? – Badger Herald
- Police, school district investigating fraudulent purchases by former Monona Grove High School employee – WKOW Channel 27
- Monona Grove High School investigation uncovers $38,000 in fraudulent purchases by former employee – WMTV Channel 15
- Police investigating Madison schools staffer in connection with nude photo of student – State Journal
- What to know about Eric Wilcots, UW-Madison’s incoming interim chancellor – State Journal
- Investigation uncovers former financial misappropriation in Monona Grove School District – Herald Independent and McFarland Thistle
- ASM works with BadgerEMS to introduce student-run EMS program on campus – Badger Herald
- OPD investigating allegations of OHS inappropriate faculty behavior – Fitchburg Star
- UW-Madison Dean Eric Wilcots named interim chancellor – WisPolitics
- Former Monona Grove High School staffer accused of misappropriating $38K – Channel3000.com
- New rule requires UW-Madison students to disclose vaccination status – Channel3000.com
Spring Elections
- Union Cab offers free rides to Dane County polls on Election Day – WMTV Channel 15
- Spring primary election is Feb. 17 – Fitchburg Star
- Madison cab company offering free rides to the polls Tuesday – State Journal
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
City of Madison
- ‘Drive like your kid is crossing the street’: Madison traffic officials remind drivers of S. Park St. speed limit – WMTV Channel 15
- John Nolen Drive deterioration worsens during construction – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison Police Department clarifies unmarked squad cars and officer identification – Channel3000.com
- Madison Prepares to Kick Off Election Season after Public Voting Equip… – WORT 89.9 FM
- Should Madison’s City Council have fewer than 20 alders? – Cap Times
- Madison Police Department shares how to identify unmarked squad cars, officers – WMTV Channel 15
- How to identify unmarked squad cars, officers – City of Madison
- Common Council New Business Summaries – February 10, 2026 – Alder John Guequierre
- Madison wants your feedback on an upcoming public art project on the Far West Side – State Journal
- Madison now requires police officer and vehicle markings, in response to ICE concerns – State Journal
- Madison mayor: paying damages for uncounted votes sets a dangerous precedent – Isthmus
- Satya Rhodes-Conway: Madison election suit seeks money, not change – WisPolitics
Dane County
- Sun Prairie Planning Commission unanimously votes down Derby Drive development – Channel3000.com
- Incumbent Michele Doolan says rural voters deserve experienced represe… – WORT 89.9 FM
- Fitchburg housing plan moves to review, approval process – Channel3000.com
- Fitchburg housing plan moves to review, approval process – Fox 47
- Lawsuit seeks to keep fluoride out of DeForest water – Sun Prairie Star
- Board of Health unanimously votes to dismiss proposal to fund harm-reduction center – Daily Cardinal
- DeForest Windsor Fire Station #2 set for March construction bids – Sun Prairie Star
- Sun Prairie rejects plan for vast retail district surrounded by homes – State Journal
- Lewis Park Ice Rinks Closed – City of McFarland
- Sun Prairie Plan Commission rejects 134-acre ‘Derby District’ proposal – WMTV Channel 15
- Dane County identifies two new measles exposure locations, continues investigation of confirmed case – Badger Herald
Education
- Cardinal Call: Mnookin leaves for Columbia University – WORT 89.9 FM
- Court document details stalking, sexual assault allegations against former Mount Horeb coach – State Journal
- Former UW professor’s discrimination lawsuit against university heads to trial – Badger Herald
- UW-Madison dean named interim chancellor to succeed Jennifer Mnookin – State Journal
- Signature bond set for former Mount Horeb coach accused of sexual assault – WMTV Channel 15
- Mnookin, Rothman share messages announcing Wilcots to be UW–Madison interim chancellor – UW Madison
- Former Mount Horeb High School coach accused of stalking appears in court – WKOW Channel 27
- Dr. Eric Wilcots named UW-Madison’s new interim chancellor, effective May 17 – Badger Herald
- Eric Wilcots named as interim chancellor of UW–Madison – UW Madison
- Dr. Eric Wilcots named as interim chancellor of UW-Madison – Madison 365
- UW-Madison interim chancellor named – WMTV Channel 15
- Universities of Wisconsin announces UW-Madison interim chancellor – WKOW Channel 27
Austerity/War on the Poor
- Formerly Unhoused open free store, lend hand to others – WKOW Channel 27
- Bill would limit rent hikes in Wisconsin mobile home parks – Wisconsin Watch
- Urban League helps first-time homebuyers in Madison navigate challenges – Channel3000.com
Spring Elections
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison expands affordable homeownership with ‘missing middle’ housing – Daily Cardinal
- Madison Police explain how to identify local police versus ferderal law enforcement
– WKOW Channel 27
- City of Madison officials review Park Street safety after teen killed in crash – WKOW Channel 27
- Share your thoughts on Public Art for the Far West Operations Facility – City of Madison
- Overture Center to host International Festival March 7 – Madison 365
- Madison Police Department promotes caution, proactiveness following back-to-back crashes on South Park Street – Badger Herald
- Dane County judge allows Madison absentee ballot lawsuit to proceed – WisPolitics
Dane County
- Kalvin Barrett launches reelection bid for Dane County Sheriff – WKOW Channel 27
- Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett seeks reelection for second full term – Channel3000.com
- DeForest resident files lawsuit to stop village from adding fluoride to water supply – WKOW Channel 27
- Stoughton Opera House celebrating 125th anniversary in 2026 -Channel3000.com
- Fitchburg Housing Plan 2026 – City of Fitchburg
- Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett announces bid for re-election – WMTV Channel 15
- Brush and Yard Waste Site is Closed – City of McFarland
- Sheriff Barrett: Announces re-election campaign – WisPolitics
- Dane County Sheriff Barrett seeks re-election, plans to hire 50 more deputies – Channel3000.com
- Dane County Sheriff announces re-election campaign – Madison365
Education
- UW ranked No. 2 public university in the U.S. by Time magazine – UW-Madison
- Grassroots group pushes Madison schools to train more reading tutors – Cap Times
- Iranian Protesters Gather on UW-Madison Library Mall – WORT 89.9 FM
- Police investigate allegations of inappropriate behavior by 2 Oregon High School faculty – State Journal
- Madison school officials share steps as federal immigration operations continue in Twin Cities – Channel3000.com
- UW-Madison makes Time Magazine’s list of World’s Top Universities – WMTV Channel 15
- Police: 2 Oregon school faculty members under investigation – Channel3000.com
- Oregon Police investigating 2 alleged cases of misconduct between school faculty and students – WMTV Channel 15
- MMSD superintendent highlights district push to help students and increase community engagement – WKOW Channel 27
Spring Elections
- Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett to seek reelection this fall – State Journal
- Nathan McGree says county government lacks clarity, ignores rural issu… – WORT 89.9 FM
- Spring primary set for Feb. 17 – WKOW Channel 27
Monday, February 9, 2026
City of Madison
- Monday Morning Round Up 2/9/26 – Forward Lookout
- Community Connection Week of February 9, 2026 – Alder Carmella Glenn
- Virtual Public Information Meeting – Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 6:30 PM – Alder Jon Duncan
- County data center committee to hold first meeting – Forward Lookout on WORT 89.9 FM
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 9, 2026 – Alder Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford
- Judge denies Madison’s request to drop uncounted ballots lawsuit – Fox 47
- Court says Madison can be liable for disenfranchising voters – Wisconsin Watch
- Stricker’s Pond Brush Burning Monday, February 9 – Alder John Guequierre
- The Fight for a Safer Park Street – Madison Bikes
- Madison’s Housing Snapshot Report highlights progress and challenges – Channel3000.com
- 2025 Housing Snapshot report published – City of Madison
Dane County
- Monday Morning Round Up 2/9/26 – Forward Lookout
- County data center committee to hold first meeting – Forward Lookout on WORT 89.9 FM
- Sun Prairie Mayor Stocker to present State of the City address – Sun Prairie Star
- We’re Hiring: Engineering Technician – City of Verona
- Middleton mayor seeks restraining order against former city employee – WKOW Channel 27
- Middleton mayor files restraining order against former staffer, City Council candidate – State Journal
- Former Middleton city planner accused of sexually harassing mayor – Fox 47
- Speed limit to stay the same on portion of Hendricks Street – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
Education
- 2.9.26 Operations Work Group – YouTube
- Teacher in Oregon resigns amid probe into boundary violations with student – WKOW Channel 27
- 2.9.26 Special Meeting in Closed Session – YouTube
- McFarland’s Tarnutzer named WSCA ‘Superintendent of the Year’ – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Former Mount Horeb coach arrested for stalking, sexual assault – Fox 47
- Fired Mount Horeb coach arrested for alleged stalking, sex assault of former athlete – State Journal
- Former Mount Horeb coach arrested on sexual assault charge – WMTV Channel 15
- Former Mount Horeb High School coach arrested on sexual assault charge – WKOW Channel 27
Austerity/War on the Poor
Spring Elections
- Be sure to vote in Cottage Grove primary on Feb. 17 – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
Sunday, February 8, 2026
City of Madison
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 9, 2026 – Alder John Guequierre
- Week of February 9, 2026 – Alder Joann Pritchett
- Madison City Week Ahead 2/9/26 – Forward Lookout
- Madison mayor responds to criticisms of legal argument – Channel3000.com
- Week of February 9, 2026 – Alder Badri Lankella
- City Meetings and Updates Week of February 9th – Alder Derek Field
- Memorial at Park Street crash site renews calls for safer streets – WMTV Channel 15
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 9, 2026 – Alder Bill Tishler
- Condolences to Sasha Rosen’s family and friends; Plans for Virginia Terrace and surrounding streets at Board of Public Works Wednesday; Save the Date for Near West Alder Meet and Greet Feb. 23; Events & Announcements – Alder Regina Vidaver
- Tragedy on South Park Street…plus more updates – Alder Tag Evers
Dane County
- Wisconsin Air National Guard conducting evening training flights in Madison this week – Channel3000.com
- Dane County Week Ahead 2/9/26 – Forward Lookout
- Wisconsin Air National Guard to hold F-35 training in Madison – WMTV channel 15
Saturday, February 7, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison tests voting machines ahead of spring primary – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison West High School student killed in pedestrian crash raises safety concerns – Channel3000.com
Education
Austerity/War on the Poor
Friday, February 6, 2026
City of Madison
- Four takeaways on Madison’s violence prevention efforts – Cap Times
- Lake Monona waterfront plans refined as designers work to stay on budget – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison to host public test of voting equipment Saturday – State Journal
Dane County
- Vast Derby District development wrong for Sun Prairie site, neighbors say – State Journal
- Dane County Board recognizes Black History Month – Madison365
- Judge dismisses lawsuit that sought to free Ridglan Farms dogs – Channel3000.com
- DeForest Ethics Committee dismisses Cahill Wolfgram complaint – Sun Prairie Star
- Dane County judge dismisses case on Ridglan Farms’ beagles – WKOW Channel 27
- Dane County libraries to display traveling exhibit on history racial covenants for Black History Month – Badger Herald
- Council approves park name honoring Ho-Chunk heritage – Fitchburg Star
- Dane County seeks public input on frozen lake safety rules – WKOW Channel 27
- DeForest CDA receives grant for Yahara Crossing development – Sun Prairie Star
- Dane County considers allowing some vehicles on frozen lakes, asks public for input – Channel3000.com
Education
- UW-Madison lost $27 million to federal research cuts, Jennifer Mnookin says – State Journal
- UW Regents meeting covers Mnookin farewell, AI efforts, pluralism, business partnerships – UW-Madison
- Former Sun Prairie West HS dean pleads guilty to producing child pornography – WKOW Channel 27
- Former Sun Prairie dean of students pleads guilty to federal child porn charge – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison teacher issued signature bond in child pornography, exploitation case – WMTV Channel 15
- Playground behavioral issues down at Marshall Elementary – Sun Prairie Star
- Madison Student Activists Win Safe Storage Resolution – WORt 89.9 FM
- Former Sun Prairie dean of students pleads guilty to child porn charge – State Journal
Austerity/War on the Poor
Thursday, February 5, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison Arts Commission and Monona Terrace Announce Call for Art for Rooftop and Olin Terrace – City of Madison
- Lake Monona waterfront makeover plans pared back due to cost – Cap Times
- Madison seed library sprouts community gardening efforts – Daily Cardinal
- Black leaders challenge Madison’s progressive reputation – Channel3000.com
- Madison Streets Division preparing for slick roads Friday with anticipated snow, freezing rain – WKOW Channel 27
- Dane County Harm Reduction Drop-In Center Request for Proposals Update – Alder Sabrina Madison
- Madison Public Market Achieves LEED Gold Certification – City of Madison
- High stakes in Madison’s uncounted absentee ballots lawsuit – Isthmus
Dane County
- Former Navy captain joins Dane County Board – Channel3000.com
- Dane County Board recognizes Black History Month – WKOW Channel 27
- Plans for harm reduction clinic placed on indefinite pause – WORT 89.9 FM
- Dane County Airport sets all-time passenger record – Waunakee Tribune
- Public Health pauses bid for harm reduction site after botched application process – State Journal
- Village to seek consultant for possible Fitchburg Fire/EMS project – Fitchburg Star
- We’re Hiring for a Communications Manager! – City of McFarland
- Winter/Spring Edition of The Outlook is Out Now! – City of McFarland
- DeForest to finalize standards for private roads – Sun Prairie Star
- Amy Larson sworn in as Dane County Board member – WKOW Channel 27
Education
- Measles risk in Madison is real, UW Health doctor says – Cap Times
- Smithback-Travis honored for 20 years on Cambridge School Board – Cambridge News and Deerfield Independent
- Chancellor Mnookin expresses gratitude, reflects on leading in a time of challenge – UW-Madison
- 177 years ago today, UW-Madison held its first class – State Journal
- Madison school board sees most contested races since 2022 – Isthmus
- TIME ranks UW-Madison among top 20 universities in the world – State Journal
Austerity/War on the Poor
Spring Elections
- Get to know the candidates running for Cottage Grove village board – Herald Independent and McFarland Thistle
- Dane County needs more workforce housing, Amy Larson says – WORT 89.9 FM
- Spring primary election is Feb. 17 – Verona Press
- Meet the candidates for Mount Horeb Trustee – State Journal
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison Senior Center to host Black History Month Festival – Madison365
- Businesses brace for Regent Street redesign – Channel3000.com
- Dispute grows after city decision on longtime outdoor pantry, benches at Madison Social Justice Center – WMTV Channel 15
- City of Madison Clerk’s Office invites members of the public to observe testing of election equipment – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison measles case prompts vaccination push – WMTV Channel 15
- Madison Lakeway Project moves forward with Phase One plans – Channel3000.com
- Measles confirmed at several Madison locations – Fitchburg Star
- The Board of Health meeting starts today at 5:30pm – Alder Sabrina Madison
- Metro Transit Celebrates Transit Equity Day – City of Madison
- Madison’s Social Justice Center appeals city order to remove benches and food pantry Channel3000.com
Dane County
- No, the harm reduction proposal has not been withdrawn, Board of Health meeting details, and today’s Madison365 article: “Org recommended to run harm reduction center falsely claimed partnerships in proposal” – Alder Sabrina Madison
- DeForest village president denies ethics violations tied to proposed data center – WKOW Channel 27
- Yahara River dredging: Historical preservation versus flood mitigation – WKOW Channel 27
- Board of Health rejects harm reduction center contract; staff advocates assessment of needs – Madison365
- Dane County Airport hits record number of passengers – WKOW Channel 27
- Free vaccine clinic Saturday, after Dane County sees its first measles case of 2026 – State Journal
- As measles cases confirmed, health departments urge residents to protect themselves – Sun Prairie Star
- From the Chief’s Desk – City of Middleton
- Dane County Regional Airport broke record for passenger travel in 2025 – State Journal
- DeForest Village Board rejects QTS annexation – Sun Prairie Star
- Deerfield seeks contractors for wastewater plant upgrades – Herald Indpendent and McFarland Thistle
- Ethics complaint filed against DeForest Village President over QTS proposal – WKOW Channel 27
- Dane County Regional Airport sees record number of passengers in 2025 – WMTV Channel 15
- Dane County Regional Airport set all-time passenger record in 2025 – Channel3000.com
Education
- Mount Horeb police give insight on investigation into fired coach – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison school district to hold vaccine clinic after Dane County measles case confirmed – WMTV Channel 15
- MMSD to host free vaccination clinic Saturday – WKOW Channel 27
Austerity/War on the Poor
- Tellurian Behavioral Health to host 6th winter fundraiser – WMTV Channel 15
- 60 years strong: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County launches alumni ambassador program – WMTV Channel 15
Spring Elections
- Meet the candidates for Dane County Board District 28 – State Journal
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
City of Madison
- Madison LakeWay project scaled back, as ambitious plans run into fiscal reality – State Journal
- District 20 – Updates Week of February 1, 2026 – Alder Barbara Harrington McKinney
- Upload the city’s story with ‘Make History Madison’ – WKOW Channel 27
- Madison Common Council discusses violence prevention efforts – WKOW Channel 27
- Lawsuit challenging Madison’s tax break for 2 apartment complexes can proceed, judge rules – State Journal
- City of Madison proposes revamp of historic Regent Street – WKOW Channel 27
- Dane County health officials post additional measles exposure locations – WMTV Channel 15
- Additional Community Exposure Locations Identified for Measles Case – City of Madison
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 2, 2026 – Dina Nina Martinez Rutherford
- Dance the Night Away at Family Winter Prom – City of Madison
- City of Madison issues year long pause on data center development – Badger Herald
Dane County
- DeForest Village Board formally rejects data center campus – State Journal
- Public Health identifies 2 more measles exposure locations – State Journal
- Village of DeForest board unanimously rejects annexation tied to QTS data center – WKOW Channel 27
- Org recommended to run harm reduction center falsely claimed partnerships in proposal – Madison365
- Cottage Grove board considers developers fee – Herald Independent and McFarland Thistle
- Dane County Emergency Management cancels February monthly siren test – WMTV Channel 15
- Dane County cancels February outdoor warning siren test due to weather – Channel3000.com
- Now Accepting Applications for Summer Seasonal Positions – City of Monona
- PHMDC: First measles case in Dane County found in UW-Madison student – Fox 47
- Special event permit change approved in Waunakee – Waunakee Tribune
- McFarland Accepting Applications for Municipal Judge Vacancy – City of McFarland
- Fitchburg park takes Ho-Chunk name after City Council overrules Park Commission – State Journal
- Extension of Capital City Path could soon take bicyclists from Madison to Waukesha – Stae Journal
Education
- Madison parents lobby for Wisconsin bill to increase recess time – Cap Times
- Concerned residents ask Madison School District to protect Cherokee Heights sledding hill – State Journal
- Aerial view of new Waunakee middle school – Waunakee Tribune
- UW measles case: What you need to know – Channel3000.com
- New Waunakee Middle School making progress – Waunakee Tribune
- Madison charter school’s planners drop bid for UW system sponsorship – State Journal
- Tariffs, inflation have hiked cost of Lakeshore visitor center by $4.7 million, UW-Madison says – State Journal
- Mount Horeb Coach terminated amid investigation involving students – WMTV Channel 15
- Mount Horeb coach fired amid investigation – Channel3000.com
- Mount Horeb coach fired amid investigation – Fox 47
- Mount Horeb coach accused of ‘inappropriate’ behavior with students has been fired – State Journal
- Save Our Schools Monona: Slow down proposals to sell properties – Herald Indepdendent and McFarland Thistle
- UW Arboretum sharpshooters protect prized plants from hungry deer – State Journal
- Mount Horeb police, school officials launch investigation into allegations against high school track coach – Channel 27
Austerity/War on the Poor
- Urban Triage to host “Seen and Unseen” homelessness awareness event on the Capitol Square – Madison365
- Building futures, one family at a time: The Road Home honors stories of strength at their annual breakfast fundraiser – Madison Commons
- Addressing housing insecurity through a holistic care model – Madison Commons
- Everstrong Housing Program Sets Up Youth for Success – WORT 89.9 FM
Spring Elections
- Madison early voting opens for Dane County spring primary election – WMTV Channel 15
- Early Voting for Feb. 17 Primary Election Available at City Hall – City of Monona
- Meet the candidates for Dane County Board, District 15 – State Journal
Monday, February 2, 2026
City of Madison
- Contract to build Madison drop-in clinic for drug users stalled – Cap Times
- Public Hearing Nakoma Area Reminder – Alder Yannette Figueroa Cole
- Community Connection: Week of February 2, 2026 – Alder Carmella Glenn
- Board of Health to revisit harm reduction center proposal – Forward Lookout on WORT 89.9 FM
- Community Exposure Locations for Confirmed Case of Measles in Dane County – City of Madison
- Madison sees almost 35% drop in theft from vehicles, police share prevention tips – WMTV Channel 15
- Grocery Store Construction Begins, Neighborhood Grants, Madison LakeWay PIM – Alder Tag Evers
- Confirmed Case of Measles in Dane County – City of Madison News
- Biking for unity, planning for all – Madison Bikes
- Regent Street could go from 4 lanes to 2 under city plan to improve business district – State Journal
- Monday Morning Round Up 2/2/26 – Forward Lookout
Dane County
- At least 4,000 may have been exposed to measles last week in Dane County – State Journal
- Animal rights activists seek control of Ridglan Farms’ dogs – State Journal
- Good Neighbor News – City of Middleton
- Lawsuit seeks to apply habeas corpus to beagles at Ridglan Farms, pushes for dogs’ release – Fox 47
- Data center developer withdraws from village of DeForest – State Journal
- Dane County has first measles case of 2026; UW-Madison says it’s a student – State Journal
- Measles case reported in Dane County, Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services says – WMTV Channel 15
- Lawsuit seeks to apply habeas corpus to beagles at Ridglan Farms, pushes for dogs’ release – Channel3000.com
- Mayors’ Monarch Pledge • Verona, WI – City of Verona
- Animal rights groups sue Ridglan Farms over beagle cruelty claims – WKOW Channel 27
- Sun Prairie to hold town halls on $3.95M April 7 referendum – State Journal
- Native Plant Sale – City of Middleton
- Monday Morning Round Up 2/2/26 – Forward Lookout
Education
- Mount Horeb Police investigating ‘inappropriate communications’ between coach and students – WMTV Channel 15
- Retention bonus did not retain Jennifer Mnookin – Isthmus
- UW student diagnosed with measles, second confirmed case in Wisconsin this year – Daily Cardinal
- Measles case confirmed in UW-Madison student – Fox 47
- UW–Madison measles case – UW – Madison
Austerity/War on the Poor
- Jani Koester serves homeless students and their families – State Journal
- “Pack the Pantry”: The Overture Center will gather food items for The River Food Pantry’s new location during the month of February – Madison365
Sunday, February 1, 2026
City of Madison
- Week of February 2, 2026 – Alder Badri Lankella
- Week of February 2nd – Alder Sean O’Brien
- Madison City Week Ahead 2/2/26 – Forward Lookout
- Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 2, 2026 – Alder John Duncan
- Make a plan to support your neighbors, and to vote; PIM on LakeWay project 2/2; Virginia Terrace assessments mailed; Watch an overview of transportation in Madison, and much more! – Alder Regina Vidaver
- Madison Parks hosts winter celebration at Door Creek Park – WMTV Channel 15
- Weekly Updates and Winter Weather – Alder Yannette Figueroa Cole
- Madison Parks hosts ribbon-cutting, winter celebration at Door Creek Park – WKOW Channel 27
- Week of February 2, 2026 – Alder Joann Pritchett
- Upcoming Neighborhood Meetings, Imagination Center Art Feedback, Meeting and Event Highlights for the Week of February 2nd – Alder Julia Matthews
- Madison Public Library celebrates Black History Month – WMTV Channel 15
- City Meetings and Updates Week of February 2 – Alder Derek Field
Dane County
- Dane County Week Ahead 2/2/26. – Forward Lookout
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