Willy Street community gathers for annual fair nearly two months after deadly police shooting

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – The 49th Willy Street Fair wrapped up Sunday, almost two months after a deadly police shooting and protests led local organizers to cancel annual events.

People attended the fair Sunday, taking in live music, viewing art and shopping at local vendors.

Vendors describe turnout

Hayley Cleghorn, who runs Hayley’s Clay Kitchen, said the fair is her favorite event of the year.

“Just having people come by. Even if they don’t buy anything, they just have the biggest smile on their face,” Cleghorn said…

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