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Liam Beran
Pro-Palestinian encampment continues as UW-Madison prepares for commencement
Lengthy negotiations between pro-Palestinian protesters and UW-Madison leaders have stalled, with commencement ceremonies scheduled for Friday and Saturday. Read more
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Eric Murphy
Breese Stevens eyes new seats, new playing surface, to attract high-level sports
New turf, locker rooms and 500-1,000 more seats, among other improvements, could be headed to Breese Stevens Field ahead of a women’s pro soccer team beginning play. Read more
May 9, 2024
Liam Beran
Pro-Palestinian encampment continues as UW-Madison prepares for commencement
Lengthy negotiations between pro-Palestinian protesters and UW-Madison leaders have stalled, with commencement ceremonies scheduled for Friday and Saturday. Read more
May 9, 2024
Betcher Photo
Frisbee Town U.S.A.
Madison’s college, club and pro teams have traditionally competed for and won national titles and the recreational scene here remains the envy of much larger cities. Read more
May 9, 2024
Erica Pinigis
What to do in Madison this weekend: Isthmus Dance Collective, Madison Night Market and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for May 9-12 includes a DELVE incubator showcase from Isthmus Dance Collective; an all-ages Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration at Madison Children's Museum. Read more
May 9, 2024
Chris Bennett
Behind the Isthmus cover — May 2024
Designer and animator Chris Bennett finds the fun in a Madison run for the May 2024 Isthmus cover. Read more
May 8, 2024
Potter Lawson
Churches eye redevelopment as buildings age and membership dwindles
‘The status quo for these properties is simply not viable for many of [these churches]. So they will change,’ says Pres House executive director Mark Elsdon. Read more
May 8, 2024
A spirited adventure
A steady stream of new liquid refreshments has been popping up in the grocery aisle, as well as on a few cafe menus. Read more
May 8, 2024
Magdalene Hebenstreit
Isthmus wins six Milwaukee Press Club awards
Isthmus wins statewide awards for best illustration, personal profile, newspaper design, critical review, public service story and business story. Read more
May 8, 2024
Climbing the rock
“Hidden from sight, I was on my own. Standing on the relatively flat base of the rock, I gazed at the ocean, the endless surge of water so lonely and awe-inspiring.” Read more
May 8, 2024
Tommy Washbush
Starving Wisconsin’s public universities is not the answer
Years of defunding the UW System have laid the groundwork for implementation of Republicans’ higher education agenda. Read more
May 7, 2024
Shawn Harper
New owner promises few changes for 77-year-old Esquire Club
The Esquire Club is “already hip,” says new owner Craig Spaulding. He is mindful of keeping traditions that are working. Read more
May 7, 2024
Wisconsin's legislative candidates face strict rules, deadlines to get on the November ballot
Dozens of first-time candidates in Wisconsin are learning about the many reports and other hurdles that must be cleared before — hopefully — their name is on the Nov. 5 ballot. Read more
May 7, 2024
Tommy Washbush
Madison’s ‘housing first’ complexes will shift approach, offer less supportive housing
After two troubled affordable housing complexes are sold, far fewer of their units will be devoted to supportive housing. City officials say that change, along with new management, will help avoid some of the problems that plagued the buildings. Read more
May 6, 2024
7:30 PM
Auntie Luke explains why constitutional referendums are so confusing
Auntie Luke Explains, a new series by T.L. Luke, demystifies complex topics through the use of comics. She begins this month with an explainer on constitutional amendments that go to statewide referendum. Read more
May 6, 2024
3:00 PM
Soul Exposure Photography
Jamming with strangers
Why would a performer put together three hours of music with players he won’t see until the day of a show? “It’s as exciting as all get out,” explains Ben Majeska. Read more
May 6, 2024
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Joseph Cultice
What to do in Madison this week: The Ballroom Thieves, 'Your Fat Friend' and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for May 6-9 includes an opening for paired exhibits on climate change by Sharon Kilfoy and TetraPAKMAN at Social Justice Center; a co-headlining metal tour by Wage War and Nothing More at The Sylvee. Read more
May 6, 2024
5:07 AM
Malamut: Tatiana Daubek / Myers: Stark Photography / Brailey: Miranda Loud
Revolutionary Monteverdi
Monteverdi was a Renaissance maverick, and the beginning of opera is accredited to him. Madison Bach Musicians will perform his groundbreaking sacred work ‘Vespers’ of 1610. Read more
May 5, 2024
8:00 AM
Liam Beran
Explainer: What are pro-Palestinian protesters at UW-Madison asking for?
Pro-Palestinian protesters and university leaders continued to meet through the weekend to negotiate protester demands. Read more
May 4, 2024
7:00 PM
Marathon Photos Live
Reasons to run
Running is a big sport in Madison, with many excellent paths to explore and clubs to join, in addition to opportunities to compete. Read more
May 4, 2024
8:00 AM
Robin Shepard
Springtime saisons, Cinco de Mayo lagers and other beers for May
Saisons are a wonderful springtime beer, but so are Mexican lagers, honey blonde ales and hazy IPAs, and area craft brewers are outdoing themselves. Read more
May 4, 2024
8:00 AM
Tom Krueger / WPR
Change ‘for the long haul’
WPR director Sarah Ashworth says that the restructuring, a product of a two-year planning process, does not change the station’s mission which is still to 'inform and inspire and to build communities throughout Wisconsin and the world.' Read more
May 3, 2024
10:00 AM
Eric Murphy
Madison’s BRT enters the homestretch
A rapid transit project more than a decade in the making is coming close to reality as final stations are built and finishing touches are added along Metro’s Route A. Read more
May 2, 2024
3:00 PM
Do Madison's restrictive covenants trump zoning?
Pushing back against proactive rezoning proposed by the city of Madison in its West Area Plan, homeowners in Madison’s Highlands neighborhood created agreements limiting what could be built and the minimum lot size on their properties Read more
May 2, 2024
2:30 PM
If Madison builds a pedestrian mall, will they come?
City officials hope that closing the 400 through 600 blocks of State Street to vehicles in favor of pedestrians and bikes this summer will bring more visitors to the area. Read more
May 2, 2024
2:00 PM
In the May issue
Wisconsin is for the birds
By almost any measure, birdwatching in Wisconsin has never been more popular — with technology making it easier than ever to tell a nuthatch from a chickadee or to post colorful photos on social media sites. Read more
Dinner at Nonna’s
It seems reasonable to assume that at a spaghetti house, you should start with the spaghetti. Also: take the cannoli. Read more
Churches eye redevelopment as buildings age and membership dwindles
‘The status quo for these properties is simply not viable for many of [these churches]. So they will change,’ says Pres House executive director Mark Elsdon. Read more
Auntie Luke explains why constitutional referendums are so confusing
Auntie Luke Explains, a new series by T.L. Luke, demystifies complex topics through the use of comics. She begins this month with an explainer on constitutional amendments that go to statewide referendum. Read more
Behind the Isthmus cover — May 2024
Designer and animator Chris Bennett finds the fun in a Madison run for the May 2024 Isthmus cover. Read more
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration
Performances by Zhong Yi Kung Fu Association Traditional Folk Performing Arts Troupe, Beni Daiko, cultural activities by Hmong Institute, Hmong American Students Association, Meri Lau. Free admission. Read more
May 9, 2024
4:00 PM8:00 PM
Madison Night Market
Arts & other vendors, music, games, food & more, along Gilman & State streets, and the Capitol Square. Read more
May 9, 2024
5:00 PM9:00 PM
Stand Up and Sing for Kids
Canopy Center fundraiser, with music by Sean Michael Dargan, food & drink, silent auction. $45. Read more
May 9, 2024
5:30 PM9:30 PM
