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Multiple downtown streets will be closed on Saturday, April 25th, for the Mifflin Street Block Party. This is an unpermitted event, and the Madison Police Department will be closing some streets to ensure the safety of those attending.Street…

Many downtown streets will be closed on Saturday morning, April 25th, for the University of Wisconsin's 44th Annual Crazylegs Classic run/walk. Street closures will begin at 9:45 am with race start times staggered to accommodate the walk…

MADISON, Wis. –  Multiple city agencies are working together ahead of this year's Mifflin Street Block Party.Around 10,000 people are expected to attend the annual celebration.Building InspectionBuilding inspectors started checking the area in…

Free food scraps recycling drop-off returns to the Madison Eastside Farmers' Market for the 2026 season!The first date food scraps will be accepted is Tuesday, April 28, 2026.Look for the free food scraps drop-off to drop off your coffee…

The City of Madison Streets Division has partnered again with Sustain Dane to offer the Recycle Better class.The first class begins on May 6, 2026.By taking the recycling workshop, you can help your friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers learn…

MADISON, Wis. — The Madison Police Department is hosting a series of town hall meetings in every patrol district across the city.The goal is to directly connect community members with the officers and commanders who serve their neighborhood.Madison…

Today, the Madison Common Council smoothly transitioned to new leadership with a single nomination for both President and Vice President. Outgoing President Alder Regina Vidaver nominated Alder Sabrina Madison from District 17 for President, and…

This weekend join Madison Parks in celebrating Earth Day across the city.

Formal Response to Documented Misinformation, Continued Opposition to Proposed Ordinance Amendments to MGO 5.19 and 5.20 and Formal Notice of Active Violations of MGO 5.19(6)(b).

North Shore Drive will fully reopen by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 22.  The following morning, Thursday, April 23 at 5:00 am, South Broom Street will fully close between W Wilson Street and John Nolen Drive.  During this closure, a…

On Tuesday, April 21, the Madison Common Council is excited to welcome two new alders: District 8 Alder-Elect Ellen Zhang and District 14 Alder-Elect Noah Lieberman! Both successfully won their campaigns in the spring election on April 7, 2026. We…

When these installations are complete, the Madison Public Market will showcase a vibrant collection of public art that reflect the diverse voices, histories, and cultures of the Madison community.

The City of Madison reminds residents that another significant storm is forecast for this afternoon, continuing into this evening.

More severe weather is likely in our area on Friday, April 17, 2026. In addition to potential wind and hail hazards, the City of Madison is monitoring the expected repeated rounds of heavy rainfall on Friday. A Flood Watch for flash flooding is in…

The recent severe storms in Madison caused considerable damage to many homes and vehicles this week.

The City of Madison is updating its All Ages and Abilities Bike Network Plan. The plan will provide a long-term vision for development of a network of paths and low-stress on-street bikeways for biking and micromobility.

Due to traffic considerations for the Midwest Horse Fair at the Alliant Energy Center, the Streets Division's drop-off site at 1504 Quann-Olin Parkway will temporarily switch its entrance.Where is the Temporary Quann-Olin Drop-off Site Entrance for…

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway will join Alder Badri Lankella on Thursday, April 23, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM for a virtual session to discuss the city's priorities and answer residents' questions. This session will take place virtually via Zoom.

Possible risks include large hail, flash flooding, damaging winds, and tornadoes.