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Seven Indigenous artists were commissioned to develop art installations that honor and illuminate the rich cultural history of Madison as part of the area known as Teejop, which means Four Lakes.

The City of Madison has also published a FAQ page to address common inquiries that have been received from the public.

Those wishing to retrieve personal belongings that were collected at Williamson and Baldwin Streets can do so at the parking lot of Demetral Park.

Those wishing to retrieve personal belongings that were collected at Williason and Baldwin Streets can do so at the parking lot of Demetral Park.

This morning, the City of Madison opened the intersection of Williamson and Baldwin. Our goal was to clear the barricades, preserve personal belongings and memorial materials, and open the street up to normal traffic.

Please join us in finding long-term solutions. That starts with removing the barricades, taking down the tents, and ending the occupation.

City of Madison staff and community partners have been actively delivering the message that the best path forward is for the occupation to end peacefully so the real work of healing the community and enacting change can begin. 

The City of Madison is preparing for a respectful transition at Williamson Street and Baldwin Street.

The occupation at the intersection of Williamson Street and Baldwin Street must end.

What's happening at the intersection of Williamson Street and Baldwin Street is not sustainable or safe.

We also continue to hear from residents in the Marquette neighborhood about the traumatic impact of another life lost, the desire for actionable and sustainable ways of remembering Corey Ruiz, and a way forward.

We know many are hurting right now. Our immediate concern right is the well-being of the community.

For Immediate ReleaseJuly 23, 2026Since learning there is a vigil tonight at 5 p.m., Council President Sabrina Madison has decided to postpone the Community Listening Session in order to attend. There will be an update when a new date and time is…

I am angered and saddened by what happened today. My heart breaks for those who have lost a loved one, those who witnessed the shooting, and everyone impacted.

The new shelter not only brings improved physical space, but its opening will also fundamentally alter how the shelter functions.

Madison's secure ballot drop boxes are now open for the August 11, 2026 election.

Alder John W. Duncan, District 1, is resigning from the Madison Common Council, effective July 31, 2026. “My last day as your alder will be Friday, July 31, 2026. My husband and I have decided to move from Madison. While we are excited for this…

The City of Madison recently celebrated its second Disability Pride Flag Raising Ceremony to mark the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The event took place on Wednesday, July 8, at 11:30 a.m. Alder Dina Nina Martinez-…

Scammers are using publicly available application and license information to identify potential victims and make the communications appear legitimate.

The City of Madison wishes everyone a very happy and safe Fourth of July.