Three months on the move: Madison’s BRT system improves commutes and congestion

After years of community discussion and conversations about adding bus rapid transit, Madison’s bus system is hearing one thing after...
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Three months on the move: Madison’s BRT system improves commutes and congestion

The places that shape us: Looking for people “like me” in Milwaukee and Madison 

“Milwaukee born and Madison raised” is one way to describe me today. My earliest memory was me as a toddler...
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The places that shape us: Looking for people “like me” in Milwaukee and Madison 

Hmong American: A story 50 years in the making

Tom Chang holds fond memories of his childhood.  He still recalls mornings where he would sit in the living room...
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Hmong  American:  A story 50 years in the making

Rain Gardens Mitigate Flooding in Madison Neighborhoods

“It's definitely worth it,” said James Gill, a resident of Madison who installed a rain garden in his front yard...
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Rain Gardens Mitigate Flooding in Madison Neighborhoods

With the COVID-19 assistance ending in 2025, rights advocates worry of an increase in homelessness in Dane County

Throughout Heidi Wegleitner’s 18 years as an attorney, helping people facing eviction has been a significant part of her legal...
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With the COVID-19 assistance ending in 2025, rights advocates worry of an increase in homelessness in Dane County

Donate to Madison Commons Today for Giving Tuesday

Hello, Madison Commons friends! Please consider donating to Madison Commons during Giving Tuesday today. We need to raise about 75%...
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Donate to Madison Commons Today for Giving Tuesday

Planners of winter activities in Madison brace for unpredictable winter weather

For lifelong sailor Dave Elsmo, knowing the weather is everything, but in recent years, the weather has become more unpredictable,...
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Planners of winter activities in Madison brace for unpredictable winter weather

Overcoming the aftermath of divorce with three kids

Teresa Amara had just returned from Whitewater about 30 minutes before I arrived at her Golden Leaf Trail’s residence on...
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Overcoming the aftermath of divorce with three kids

The “leave the leaf” movement: Embracing eco-friendly yard care

While fallen leaves are often seen as lawn litter that needs to be cleared away, they can actually be a...
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The “leave the leaf” movement: Embracing eco-friendly yard care

Kenz Ladd is transforming the lives of others through faith.

Kenz Ladd walks with a strong confidence, her bright smile leading the way as she reaches out for a hug. ...
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Kenz Ladd is transforming the lives of others through faith.
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