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Advocates push for repeal of law limiting boycotts of Israel
By Omar Waheed
April 25, 2025
About 100 advocates filled the State Capitol’s halls with green folders in hand as Wisconsinites from across the state tried to lobby for repeal of a 2018 law prohibiting companies with state contracts from boycotting Israel. Wisconsin Coalition for Justice in Palestine (WCJP) and Wisconsin Right to Boycott (WRB) organized a statewide effort to call […]
‘A practice driven by a lack of good options’: Homeless drop-offs in Eau Claire showcase need for state action
By Hallie Claflin
April 25, 2025
On Oct. 27, a Durand police officer responded to a suspicious person call. He made contact with a woman who had committed no crimes but had nowhere to stay on a cold night. She told the officer she was from Fargo, North Dakota, and waiting for a ride, but couldn’t explain how she arrived in […]
St. Vincent de Paul – Madison kicks off centennial celebration
By Omar Waheed
April 25, 2025
St. Vincent de Paul launched its yearlong 100th anniversary celebration with a community luncheon on April 23 at the Alliant Energy Center. The organization, known for its thrift stores and charitable programs, is marking a century of service in Dane County. Hundreds attended the luncheon, which followed a morning mass with about 300 participants. The […]
Three Wisconsin companies offer THC drink samples
By Omar Waheed
April 25, 2025
First chances to taste Wisconsin’s various THC infused drinks came to The Rigby as bar patrons sampled products from local cannabis companies April 22. The tasting, hosted at The Rigby, 119 E. Main St, brought out three vendors from Wisconsin to give people samples of low-dose THC-infused drinks. Featured in the lineup was Canndigenous’ Tempo […]
365 Amplified: Draft Day edition
By Madison365 staff
April 25, 2025
Listen now: This week on 365 Amplified, Rob Chappell, Stephanie Diaz de Leon and Omar Waheed bring you a roundup of the week’s most important news. 🎉 The crew starts with a look at the NFL Draft in Green Bay, including how the Packers are using the moment to promote diversity through workshops and vendor […]
Madison Forward Fund 2.0 Launches to Advance Economic Security and Maternal Health for Black Women
By Madison365 staff
April 24, 2025
The Foundation for Black Women’s Wellness (FFBWW) has unveiled Madison Forward Fund 2.0 (MFF 2.0), a new guaranteed income initiative that will provide 42 Dane County families with $500 per month for the next year. The program is “aimed at transforming the lives of Black mothers and families,” according to a press release issued Thursday. Announced during […]