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Officials introduce newly renovated State Street
The State Street Strategic Plan was adopted by the city in 1999 and has renovated the 100 though 600 blocks of State Street in under a decade.

Cab companies cannot fund weekend taxi stand
Current funding for the stand will run out at the end of the month but officials will still seek outside money to keep the project running.

Downtown taxi stand facing uncertain future
Current funding for the weekend cab stand will run out by the end of October, according to Madison's Alcohol Policy Coordinator Katherine Plominski

UW students victims of separate sexual assaults in downtown Madison
Police are still looking for a perpetrator who assaulted a 20-year-old female on East Gorham Street Monday morning.

Inmate awaiting trial on homicide charges attempts suicide in county jail
Officials could not name the inmate, but the description matches that of 20-year-old Adam Peterson of Stillwater, Minn., who is charged with homicide in the death of Joel Marino.

Violent robberies target students, officials say
City and university officials warned Madison residents Thursday to be cautious after a string of violent robberies.

Homicide defendant attempts suicide in jail
Officials would not confirm the identity of the 20-year-old male inmate from Stillwater, Minn.

Homicide defendant attempts suicide in jail
Officials would not confirm the identity of the 20-year-old male inmate from Stillwater, Minn.

Falk announces alcohol initiatives for budget
Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk's alcohol initiatives include adding 1,000 hours of drunk-driving patrols on Friday and Saturday nights.

BREAKING NEWS: O.A.R. to headline Freakfest
Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz made the announcement Wednesday. He also said ticket prices will rise to $7 in advance and $10 the day of the event.

County approves domestic partner benefits
Same-sex, unmarried couples granted equal insurance coverage

Committee approves sidewalk cafe for bar
After construction in the 500 block of State Street is complete, Mondays owner Gary Garten wants to add a sidewalk café outside his bar.

Zimmermann lawsuit reveals new case details
Brittany Zimmermann's landlord, Wisconsin Management Company, Inc., had no comment about the lawsuit Friday.

Police, bars work to stop late-night brawls
As alcohol-related violence continues to be an issue among downtown partygoers, police and bars are working to keep the late-night scene peaceful and safe.

Beating outside Wando’s Bar costs Lodi man a tooth
The 23-year-old male victim also suffered facial cuts in the incident.

Student robbed at gunpoint on Mills Street
University officials urge students to be cautious when walking, especially at night.

County’s 911 center director resigns
Joe Norwick resigned from his position as Dane County 911 center director Friday after months of controversy..

Ironman athletes compete in Madison
Traithletes competed throughout Madison Sunday in the 2008 Ironman Wisconsin.

Bail set in fatal bar fight stabbing
Formal charges against Justin Stout, 31, are expected to be filed early this week.

Man dies after brawl outside downtown bar
Juan Bernal, 22, died after 31-year-old Justin Stout allegedly stabbed him following a bar fight outside the Plaza Tavern.

BREAKING NEWS: Madison man stabbed to death outside Plaza Tavern
A bar fight led to the death of a 22-year-old Madison man Wednesday night. Police have a suspect in custody.

Madison Police Chief outlines public safety issues to City Council members
Madison Police Chief Noble Wray met with members of the city’s Common Council Wednesday in an effort to create an increased partnership in issues regarding public safety.

Madison police still working to solve Zimmermann, Nolan homicides
While the homicide of UW-Madison student Brittany Zimmermann remains unsolved five months after her death, questions about its circumstances are far from over.

Former UW student awaits trial in alleged killing of Madison man
A former UW-Madison student was arrested and charged with first-degree intentional homicide this summer in connection with the stabbing death of a Madison man in January.

Three UW students die in car crash
The Dane County Coroner's Office identified three victims in a Wednesday morning car crash at the intersection of Midvale Boulevard and Hillcrest Drive.

Fraternity plans to rebuild Langdon Street house after fire
After a late-night fire destroyed the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity house during finals week in May, the brothers are now looking forward to a new house in the future.

New website outlines 911 information
Dane County residents who are curious about the ins and outs of the 911 Center can now access information about the service using the new Dane911.com website launched in May.

Sigma Phi Epsilon house destroyed in late night blaze
The fraternity house at 237 Langdon St. was engulfed in flames by 12:15 a.m. Tuesday morning

MPD continues investigations of unsolved murders
Madison police will continue to search for clues in the Brittany Zimmermann homicide.

911 error gives MPD false lead
Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk revealed new details in the investigation of the Brittany Zimmermann 911 call.

Student who set off fire-alarm sprinklers charged
UW-Madison student Max Korman, 18, was charged with felony property damage after allegedly causing between $15,000 and $20,000 worth of damages to Towers last month.

Filming for ‘Public Enemies’ hits Madison’s Capitol Square
Actor Christian Bale of "Batman Begins" shot outdoor scenes for his newest film Monday.

Mifflin arrests hit record high
Madison police say arrest numbers at 2008 Mifflin Street Block Party reached higher levels than previous years, as well as Freakfest 2007 totals.

MPD: Tracing 911 cell phone calls feasible
As Wisconsin works toward improving technology to locate cell phone users, UW-Madison students are becoming increasingly concerned with emergency response efforts after learning of slain student Brittany Zimmermann's mishandled 911 cell phone call.

Slain student’s call mishandled by 911 operator
Dane County 911 Center Director Joe Norwick said the dispatcher failed to call Brittany Zimmermann's cell phone back after disconnecting her to take another call.

Madison man shot on West Washington; suspects still at large
The 19-year-old victim was transfered to a local hospital for non-fatal injuries. Police say the shooting was not a random act and are still looking for suspects.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Student Tenant Union names ‘Worst House in Madison’
Apartment at 617 Mendota Ct. “wins” title for safety concerns, management issues

Crazylegs run attracts record number of racers
The annual Crazylegs Classic race raises money for Badger athletics.

Police arrest knife-wielding panhandler
In a separate incident, police arrested a man for punching a window pane and breaking the glass of the Great Dane’s entryway.

Police to increase video surveillance at Mifflin
Police plan to install cameras similar to those used on State Street for Freakfast along Mifflin Street for this year’s block party.

Madison City Council elects new leadership for 2008-’09
The council elected Ald. Jim Bruer, District 14, as the new president.

Replacing Wiley: Cieslewicz shares his thoughts
Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz advises current chancellor John Wiley’s replacement to “just listen” to students and community alike.

Beijing Olympic Games stir controversy in city
The Human Rights Torch Relay came to Madison Saturday prostesting China as the location for the 2008 Olympic Games. Supporters of the Chinese Government said the country is portrayed unfairly in the media.

Police to school Mifflin crowd on safety strategy
Madison Police will talk to partygoers about simple personal safety at the Mifflin Street Block Party May 3.

Officials, activists remember Va. Tech victims at Capitol
Members of the Wisconsin Anti-Violence Effort organized a “lie-in” for victims of the Virginia Tech shooting.

Commission hears public input on Metro Transit route changes
Revamped bus routes intended to increase on-time performance and create simpler routes have some Madison residents worried.

Slain UW student’s landlord allows fiance to discontinue lease
Wisconsin Management Company is allowing Brittany Zimmermann's fiance, Jordan Gonnering, to end his lease on the Doty Street apartment the two shared.

Hanson bring trademark pop to Madison
After more than a decade since they released "MMMBop," Hanson are touring with catchy, mature tunes.

City Council approves photo ordinance
Ald. Eli Judge's tenants rights ordinance requiring landlords to provide photographic evidence of damages passed unanimously Tuesday.

‘State of the City’ addresses safety concerns
Mayor Dave Cieslewics reflected on past, present and futue issues facing the city during his "State of the City" speech Tuesday.

No suspects in killing, forensic tests continue
There are still no suspects in the killing of UW-Madison student Brittany Zimmermann.

Police clear boyfriend as suspect in homicide
Police continue to look for suspects in the killing of UW-Madison student Brittany Zimmermann.

UW-MADISON STUDENT KILLED: Police investigate homicide after body found on Doty St.
Police found Brittany Sue Zimmermann dead at her house around 1 p.m. Wednesday.

‘Monstrous’ rapist gets 40 years in prison
Antonio Pope was found guilty of sexual assault and kidnapping in November 2007.

Manning wins seat as District 5 Supervisor
Wyndham Manning will replace Ashok Kumar as District 5 supervisor on the Dane County Board.

Madison to turn lights off Saturday
About 200 cities across the globe will participate in an electricity conservation event Saturday.

Dane County Board hopefuls debate issues
UW-Madison senior Wyndham Manning and freshman Conor O'Hagan squared off in a debate hosted by the Roosevelt Institution and WISPRIG Wednesday.

Student representatives reveal secession plan: New committee to address State-Langdon issues
Members from the State and Langdon area want to separate from Capitol Neighborhoods, Inc. in order to create a campus neighborhood association.

Lockdown investigation ends, no charges filed
UWPD believe Jesse Miller made suicidal phone calls that closed part of campus in September, but will not press charges because of lack of proof.

Police statistics show increase in Madison burglaries
The number of burglaries in Madison increased 26.6 percent from 2006 to 2007.

International cheese makers compete for championship
The Monona Terrace hosted the 2008 World Championship Cheese Contest March 11 to 13.

DNA connects unknown suspect to Marino homicide
Police announced Monday results of forensic testing on several items from the crime scene and nearby area.

YWCA of Madison award honors UW-Madison law professor
Cheryl Rosen Weston is one of five women to receive the YWCA's 2008 Women of Distinction Award.

UW Pharmacy school student dies after Arkansas marathon
Adam Nickel, 27, ran marathons in honor of his grandmother, who died of lymphoma in 2002.

Commission stalls Hyatt Hotel approval
The Urban Design Commission said more input from Madison's Traffic Engineer is needed.

Starbucks across the country temporarily close Tuesday night
Many UW-Madison students went to other downtown coffee shops to study and socialize.

Pedestrians hurt in University Ave. crash
Police closed a portion of University Avenue Monday night after a vehicle struck two pedestrians crossing the street.

BREAKING: Hit and run sends two pedestrians to hospital
A vehicle struck two pedestrians on University Avenue Monday night, causing police to block off a portion of the road and reroute traffic for over an hour.

UW offering to fund downtown ID scanners
Given the success of ID scanners at the Memorial Union, UW-Madison's Alcohol Policy Group is offering to fund the devices for city bars.

Quinton’s liquor license faces revocation
City accuses downtown restaurant of selling over 50 percent of gross receipts from alcohol.

More winter weather causes cancellations, icy road conditions
Severe winter weather caused Hillary Clinton to reschedule a campaign stop in Madison Sunday

UW-Madison student victim of Frances St. armed robbery
Two men beat a student before taking his wallet Tuesday.

Overnight snowfall expected to break seasonal city record
Madison’s latest snowfall will be one for the record books.

RTA plans will not be on ballot this spring
Dane County voters must wait for the state Legislature to approve the creation of a Regional Transit Authority before it hits ballots.

City council approves rezoning for downtown developments
Residents spoke both for and against the rezoning at a public hearing at Tuesday’s city council meeting.

Ice quake rocks campus
A rapid temperature change caused the ice on Lake Mendota to shift Thursday afternoon, noticeably shaking areas of campus

A Week of Violence: Bloody knife, other items recovered in Park Street homicide investigation
A cap and a backpack believed to be seen on a 'person of interest' were found by police.

Police identify victim of year’s first homicide
The victim of the city's first homicide in 2008 is indentified as Joel A. Marino of Madison.

Downtown buildings seek historical landmark status
Two historic downtown buildings will seek landmark status approval from the City Council. Meanwhile, three buildings on North Pinckney Street will be further considered at a Landmark Commission public hearing.

Downtown alcohol abuse addressed in panel discussion
Representatives from UW-Madison and the city of Madison met with downtown residents to outline current and future plans to combat the city’s alcohol problems at a Capitol Neighborhoods, Inc. meeting Thursday night.

Armed robbery at State Street bank
Police say suspect still at large, reward offered for information leading to arrest

Whole Foods to eliminate the use of plastic grocery bags
Whole Foods Market will only use paper and canvas bags after the current supply of bags is gone.

Dalai Lama to visit Madison this summer
The Dalai Lama is scheduled to visit Madison from July 19 through July 24. A Thebetian "long life" ceremony will be performed for the first time in North America.

City Council discusses Metro bus ads
The Madison City Council heard recommendations from City Attorney Michael May Tuesday, regarding the use of Metro busses for alcohol and gambling advertisements. The Council also defeated a resolution adding five vehicles to a two-year pilot program that

Airport design work approved
Gov. Jim Doyle approved a $900,000 proect for design work at Madison's Dane County Regional Airport.

Youth business program expands to city of Madison
The Kansas City-based non-profit organization is expanding its business mentorship program to Madison's young entrepreneurs.

FBI announces fall in violent crime levels nationwide: Statistics also show decrease in Madison crime
New FBI statistics show a 1.8 percent decrease in violent crime nationwide; Madison's violent crime rate dropped 15.6 percent in the first six months of 2007. Officials plan for even less crime in 2008.

Snow business: Classes continue as Madison gets five more inches
Madison declares another snow emergency as Tuesday's snowstorm delivers five more inches of snow. Classes continue at UW-Madison despite other cancellations at campuses across the state.

Alders create plan for winter transportation
Three alders use suggestions from constituents to develop new solutions to the city's snowy streets problem.

Alleged faculty stalker arrested
Former student Brian Glueck has a history of sending threatening e-mails and displaying stalking behavior toward UW faculty and students, according to a criminal complaint filed Nov. 26.

University police urge student moped safety this winter
According to UWPD, 30-40 moped accidents happen per year.

Smoking found to be cause of Bedford St. fire
Madison fire officials find smoking materials to be the cause of a house fire on Nov. 18 at 123 N. Bedford St. One college student perished and three UW-Madison students were injured.

Madison residents offer criticisms of city budget
The City Council heard several hours of heated debate Tuesday from passionate Madison residents about public safety.

Adidas director addresses UW about company’s labor policy
Gregg Nebel, Adidas' director of social and environmental affairs, addressed UW-Madison's Labor Licensing Policy Committee Friday about the company's efforts to curb sweatshop abuses.

New proposed ordinance would hold landlords more accountable
A downtown alder recently proposed a new city ordinance calling for landlords to maintain photographic evidence of damages deducted from tenant’s security deposits.

Communication issues at root of mold problem
Ingraham Hall employees met with university health officials about the building's mold Wednesday, claiming the problem has become so bad because of a lack of communication. Health officials said the problem should be brought under control shortly.

Student safety watchers take to the streets
Now in its second semester, the ASM Neighborhood Watch Program held its fall 2007 kickoff Friday night. The program works to bolster campus safety efforts by dispatching student patrols to certain areas on weekend nights.

University nearly reimbursed after work-study glitch
A computer malfunction in the university’s accounting and payroll systems earlier this year is nearly fixed, according to the UW-Madison Office of Student Financial Services.

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