Madison activists criticized the city’s handling of Sunday’s hit-and-run near Wando’s that left one person injured. Photo: Madison Police Department, public domain. Listen to the audio version of this piece here, originally aired on 6/22/20. Author: Sam Buisman Tensions … Read More >
With State Street as their canvas, a multiracial cohort of artists commemorate black lives and demand change through hand-painted murals. Photos: Cailyn Schiltz, Lilada Gee, Goodman’s Jewelers, Sirena Flores, Cassie Pierce, Katherine Culbertson, used with permission. Author: Cailyn Schiltz On … Read More >
The nine bills aim to reduce police violence while increasing accountability and transparency. Photos: SEIU Local 1; Tony Evers Campaign, licensed under creative commons. Graphic: Sam Buisman. Author: Sam Buisman Governor Tony Evers and Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes introduce a … Read More >
Upon arriving at the Capitol, protesters chanted policy-specific demands. Photo: Sam Buisman. Listen to the audio version of this story here, originally aired on 6-18-20. Author: Sam Buisman Hundreds of marchers stormed down West Washington Avenue to the Capitol Wednesday … Read More >
The funds come from a new $80 million coronavirus relief fund for Wisconsin’s K-12 and post-secondary schools. Photo: Jeff Miller, licensed under creative commons. Author: Sam Buisman UW Madison is set to receive nearly $4 million to offset coronavirus costs … Read More >