This month marks the 25th Sexual Assault Awareness Month in which survivors, advocates and community members spread awareness and contribute to prevention of future sexual
Category: City Life
Suki’s journey to becoming my service dog
Imagine sleeping peacefully in silence. A fire alarm goes off in the early morning, while you’re still asleep. But the thing is, you are deaf.
Bathroom art at Madison Public Market to highlight water conservation
The Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) teamed up with local design firm Art and Sons to create a learning environment, through the power of art,
An inside look at the restorative justice process in Dane County and statewide
On evenings throughout the month in Dane County, individuals gather in a circle. Some have never met before, others sit quietly, carrying regret, uncertainty or
Local vendors eyeing the Madison Public Market as driver of growth
On Madison’s East Side, an old city services warehouse is being transformed into a vibrant, inclusive gathering space for food, arts, shopping and more. Now
Common Ground with… Jim Rocheleau
Jim Rocheleau retired and moved from Waukesha to Madison last year to be closer to his children and grandchildren. He regularly protests in the Democracy
The fight to keep Wisconsin’s government on camera
WisconsinEye, the state’s independent, nonprofit public affairs network, went dark on Dec. 15, 2025, cutting off live coverage of Wisconsin state government and removing its
Common Ground with… Robbie Webber
Robbie Webber is a board member for the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Madison Bikes, an appreciator of transit-related memes and an all-around enthusiastic bicycle advocate. Originally
A night of music in Madison
As the population and infrastructure of Madison grow, the music scene also continues to blossom. Whether it’s an intimate karaoke night at a local pub,
Cohousing offers an alternative to high rents and solitary living
As rent prices around the country continue to rise, cohousing offers a more sustainable, social and community-oriented solution. — Video by Matt Gatland

