Author: Velena Jones

Family claims Faith Gardens mistreated mother

The family of a former resident at Faith Gardens claims their mother wasn't properly taken care of during the time she lived at the facility.

A window into Madison

Velena Jones recalls her time reporting in Madison

A former reporter's experiences covering race issues in Madison.

Students discuss school security concerns

Student: 'You never know what might happen'

Just over a week after the Parkland, Florida, shooting safety is top of mind for students.

MMSD parent calls for protocol review after BB gun brought to school

At least one parent is calling for the Madison school district to change its security protocol when it comes to weapons on campus after a student was taken into custody after police say he brought a BB gun to school.

Owner reunited with dog, blames Humane Society

A woman has been reunited with her dog after she says a local Humane Society gave her pet to the wrong person.

UW officials say they are confident in dorm safety

UW-Madison officials said they are confident in the security measures put in place in dorms, after a shooting on Central Michigan University's campus that killed two people Friday.

Madison West High students, parents say former AD tweeted pornographic material

Multiple Madison West High students and parents say former Athletic Director, Torrance Hill, retweeted pornographic material on social media from a personal twitter account.

Madison West athletic director resigns after 9 months on job

Madison West High School is in need of an athletic director, after the head of the department resigned.

State school districts focus on ways to keep students safe

School administrators from districts across the state met Monday to discuss and learn ways to keep their students safe. This year marks the 50th Wisconsin School Safety Coordinators Association Conference.

UW Health opens state's only lupus clinic

UW Health is making history in the state this month opening the only clinic focused solely on lupus patients and addressing their needs. The disease primarily affects women ages 14 to 44, according to the natural resource center on lupus.

MMSD addresses security concerns in district

Parents are asking the Madison Metropolitan School District to take immediate action to address security concerns.

Local Dreamer concerned as DACA deadline approaches

After the Senate failed to find a proposal on immigration reform, the fate of the so-called "Dreamers" is still uncertain. Recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program and their families are facing the reality that Congress might not agree on an immigration plan to replace the Obama-era program. The DACA program, which shields undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children from deportation, is set to expire March 5th.

Student inspires schools to look at new ways to celebrate Black History Month

This Black History Month, schools in the Madison Metropolitan School district are looking at new ways to teach about achievements of African-American leaders.

Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center hosts public health screening for Black History Month

Taking preventative steps and taking care of your health is a key factor in creating better outcomes for those diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, according to the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center. More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease and experts expect that number to triple by 2050.

Technology helped in 30-year-old cold case

Charges were filed Monday against the husband of the victim in a 30-year-old murder case in Columbia County. Investigators said advances in technology helped them make an arrest.

UW Athletics to review sexual assault, harassment policies following Michigan State concerns

Alvarez: 'We have to stand up and pay attention'

UW athletic director Barry Alvarez, announced new plans to review sexual assault and harassment prevention at the Board of Regents meeting Friday in light of recent revelations at Michigan State University.

Honoring black contributions in Madison

Strengthening diversity and expanding opportunities is not only in the lesson plan for students in the Middleton-Cross Plains district, but also for their staff.

Group looks to change law after woman's death at care facility

CWAG: 'People are dying unnecessarily'

A local advocacy group wants changes to the law after an elderly resident died outside a local assisted living facility in December.

Local athletes prepare for Winter Olympics

The Winter Olympics are just a month away and some local athletes are preparing for their chance to win a gold medal. The Madison curling club has five athletes competing in the Olympics and the Paralympic Winter games.

Complaints filed against other Faith Communities assisted living facilities

Faith Living Center, one of three facilities that make up Faith Communities has past violations and fines including complaints of neglect, abuse and unhealthy living conditions.

Businesses on I-39/90 excited for end of construction

Businesses along Interstate 39/90 are excited to see their sales increase with less congestion expected on the interstate. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is set to finish the I-39/90 construction project one year early, Gov. Scott Walker announced.

Family frustrated with lack of charges for driver in fatal crash

Victim's family: 'He needs to answer for it'

Authorities in Dodge County are continuing an investigation into a Beaver Dam woman's death this summer after her family expressed frustration with delays on charging the driver accused of hitting her.

Madison looks at 311 system to help communication with residents

Need to report a pothole or have a question on city permits?

Students make anti-bullying social media page

High school is hard enough without having to worry about being bullied. That's why when one classmate was teased, her classmates not only defended her but chose to respond with kindness.