Madison rents up 47% over the last five years
Siri Ullery moved from Wyoming two months ago for graduate school in library science at UW-Madison. In preparing for the move, she made a spreadsheet of 32 potential apartments to rent. “It had prices, distance from bus stops, accommodations,” says Ullery, who also works part-time in the State Historic Preservation...
The Pulled Pork Sandwich At This BBQ Joint In Wisconsin Is So Good, It’s...
The moment you bite into that pulled pork sandwich at Smoky Jon’s #1 BBQ in Madison, you’ll understand why barbecue enthusiasts from across Wisconsin are willing to drive hours just for a taste. This unassuming east-side joint isn’t winning any architectural awards, but it’s capturing hearts and stomachs...
Dane County Sheriff’s Jail Diversion Program helps residents keep jobs and housing
MADISON, Wis. — The Dane County Sheriff’s Jail Diversion Program offers an alternative to jail or prison for some. “You can do anything that is going to help to better yourself, school, treatment, any kind of work, job search but you can not do social things, no bars, no restaurants, no graduations,” said Deputy Ben...
The Cheese Curds At This Unassuming Restaurant In Wisconsin Are Out-Of-This-World Delicious
Ever had a cheese curd so perfect it made you question every food choice you’ve made up until that moment?. That’s the experience waiting for you at Dotty Dumpling’s Dowry in Madison, Wisconsin – where these golden nuggets of dairy perfection might just change your life.
Monroe Street Library Closed for Repair
The Monroe Street Library (1705 Monroe Street) will be closed on Monday, August 11-Tuesday, August 12 due to a water main break. All Monroe Street Library events held on these two days will also be canceled. Library customers may return items to the Monroe Street Library book drop, use the...
Top 5 Things to Do in Madison This Week: August 11, 2025
Every week, Macaroni KID Madison highlights free/low-cost ideas to do with kids in the Madison area in addition to the events and family-friendly ideas in our newsletter. Sun Prairie Corn Fest. From the parade Wednesday, through carnival games starting Thursday and of course all the corn Saturday/Sunday, it's a fun...
Comics, TV shows, games come to life at Madison Comic and Pop Culture Expo
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Fans got to meet the people behind their favorite TV shows, video games, comics, and tabletop games at the second annual Madison Comic and Pop Culture Expo Saturday. Dozens of celebrities came to the Alliant Energy Center to meet, chat, and take pictures with fans. Anjali...
This Day in History Sunday, August 10
The Wisconsin State Fair will be closed Sunday, officials announced. 12-year-old dies in Columbia County after UTV rollover. The child was driving the vehicle on a farm in the Town of Wyocena. Comics, TV shows, games come to life at Madison Comic and Pop Culture Expo. Updated: 16 hours ago.
Madison under flood watch as city streets experience flooding
MADISON, Wis. -- Madison is currently under a flood watch until Monday morning, as flooding has been reported on several city streets.
Underground fire in downtown Madison is out, power to return soon
MADISON, Wis. -- The Madison Fire Department responded to multiple reports of blown manhole covers and black smoke coming from underground Sunday afternoon. As of 7 p.m., an MFD spokesperson confirmed the fire was put out.
