City Life

Born to Make History: A Special MMSD Graduation Edition

Madison Magazine,

Madison Magazine partners with MMSD to create a special edition celebrating the class of 2020

MMSD builds a network to celebrate and connect alumni

Andrea Behling,

The Madison Metropolitan School District and its foundation do much more outside (and beyond) the classroom.

Madison school district honors historic class of 2020

Andrea Behling,

Madison Metropolitan School District partners with Morgan Murphy Media for a graduation like none before it.

graphic of people carrying a heavy mallet

The Innovate Network aims to coordinate and amplify startup initiatives on campus

Maggie Ginsberg,

The Innovate Network, coordinated by UW–Madison’s relatively new Discovery to Product, or D2P, program pulls together more than a dozen campus and campus-affiliated efforts.

Roza Gilles transforms from teen model to CrossFit competitor

Doug Moe,

Roza Gilles can tell you the exact date her life changed.

The ripple effect of JFK in Madison

Stu Levitan,

Sixty years ago, Sen. John F. Kennedy’s presidential campaign drew huge crowds and dramatically altered local politics.

Blue Mounds business makes protective face gear for medical personnel

Maggie Ginsberg,

Midwest Prototyping is an industry leader in 3D printing, rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing.

21 Madison-based organizations that focus on black empowerment

Hannah Twietmeyer,

Here's a list of donation opportunities to support local groups working to fight racial injustice and lift up Black people and families in our community.

Black Lives Matter Protest with people raising arms in fist

PHOTOS: Protesters shut down John Nolen Drive in Madison Monday

Maija Inveiss,

On Monday, for the third day, people in Madison gathered to protest the death of George Floyd, a black man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.

Volunteers cleaning up the Overture Center sign

BEFORE AND AFTER: Volunteers clean up downtown after destruction

Andrea Behling,

Citizens help sweep glass, remove spray paint and raise funds for Madison businesses affected by Saturday night rioters

Jason Hoke judges dog shows around the world while remaining a top-notch chef

Doug Moe,

From judging dog shows around the world to cooking at a high-end restaurant to running two businesses in Madison — Jason Hoke has done it all.

Needle exchange programs have quietly saved lives in Wisconsin for decades

Alicia Artus,

This special report was supposed to be a cover story for Isthmus, but then the local alt-weekly newspaper announced it would go dark on March 19 due to COVID-19, meaning this story wouldn’t make it to print.

Ray Mawst painting a mural that says "This Too Shall Pass"

Madison's voices of resilience

Madison Magazine,

Everything we love about this city has been affected by this virus.

Dr. Amanda Preimesberger (right) with her husband, Casey Preimesberger

A frontline caregiver stays the course

Madison Magazine,

Life was hectic before COVID-19 for Dr. Amanda Preimesberger, her firefighter husband and their four kids.

Joe Parisi standing in front of a building

A leader answers the call

Madison Magazine,

Action, encouragement, compassion and trust are only a few of the hallmarks of effective leadership.

An artist exposes art’s value

Madison Magazine,

This shutdown could result in a ‘local, cultural renaissance,’ says Jenie Gao, but basic needs for a side-stepped sector need to come first.

A nonprofit founder envisions a new path

Madison Magazine,

The shift from crisis to recovery could present an opportunity to disrupt disparities.

Judith Davidoff in front of a red background

An editor fights for local journalism

Madison Magazine,

The tough decision to shutter Isthmus sparked a rallying cry to save the alt-weekly.

A woman in a helmet stopped on a bike holding its handle bars in front of a colorful mural

Trek's #GoByBike initiative challenges you to travel on two wheels

Hannah Twietmeyer,

Trek Bicycle launches new campaign aiming for 10 million bicycle trips and a positive impact on climate change.

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Who will draw the lines on the Wisconsin political map?

JR Ross,

The courts could step in to draw district boundaries if — or when — the governor and Legislature fail to agree on the political map.

GALLERY: Happy heart displays in the Madison area

Maija Inveiss,

As a way to share positivity and love during dark times, the Happy Heart Hunt was established.

The essential role of community gardens

Henry Michaels,

These food production spaces also provide a place for togetherness during a time when we feel furthest apart.

Francesca hong a woman sitting in front of Mint Marks leafy wall and staring off to the left and smiling

'Voices like mine need to be heard,' says Francesca Hong, State Assembly hopeful

Hannah Twietmeyer,

Local restaurant owner Francesca Hong announces campaign for State Assembly.

Soyeon Shim is a big picture entrepreneur at the School of Human Ecology

Doug Moe,

Soyeon Shim is ‘the right person at the right time’ for UW–Madison’s School of Human Ecology.

Rosa Thompson helps young black girls recognize their potential

Hywania Thompson,

Rosa Thompson, an advanced learning teacher leader in the Madison Metropolitan School District, is using her experiences to help young black girls navigate life.