Join us every weekday morning for can’t-miss conversations about what’s happening in Madison, with a dose of local news to keep you... more
Happy April, Madison! We’re not fooling you when we say there’s plenty going on this month in our city. We’re... more
On Tuesday, April 1, Wisconsinites will vote in the most expensive state Supreme Court race in U.S. history. The election... more
Spring election season is almost over. We’re just days away from voting on a Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice, a constitutional... more
Winter is over! Madisonians are coming out of hibernation and hungry for adventure.Sometimes those adventures carry late into the night.... more
Many Americans had never heard of the United States Agency for International Development, or USAID, until the Trump administration gutted... more
The Wisconsin Film Festival brings eight days of cinematic wonders to screens across Madison starting next week. Tickets for the... more
It’s been dubbed the most expensive judicial race in U.S. history and it’s happening right here in Wisconsin. Of course,... more
Happy Friday! The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week and by news,... more
Few frills, no gimmicks, just good food. That’s what you’ll find at Madison’s many strip mall eateries. But which ones... more
Madison is said to have more bikes than cars. And with 200 miles of bike trails in the area, there’s... more
Everyone knows the satirical news outlet The Onion. But did you know that The Onion’s roots are in Madison? The... more
In-person absentee voting starts tomorrow and we are officially in full election mode. We’ve covered the statewide races and talked... more
It’s been a rough week for the City Clerk’s office. With investigations underway and its leader put on leave, City... more
Brandy Old Fashioned? Check. Friday fish fry? Of course. Enduring nostalgia? Yes, please. These are just a few of the... more
The bagpipes will be back on the Capitol Square this weekend for the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade. With the... more
Election Day is April 1. In case you missed it, every single Madison City Council seat is up for grabs.... more
In case you somehow missed it, the spring election is right around the corner! Early voting starts March 18. There’s... more
Another Friday means it’s time for another Friday news roundup! This week, the team dives into the drama unfolding at... more
Spring is on its way, which means farmers' markets, CSA boxes, and fresh local produce will be here soon. One... more
When it comes to cities getting what they want from the Wisconsin state Legislature, it’s all about who you know.... more
Across Wisconsin and across the nation, local TV news teams are shrinking. Earlier this year, Allen Media Group — which owns... more
National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants partially fund hundreds of research projects at UW-Madison each year. NIH covers about 55%... more
We’re saying goodbye to February with a Friday news roundup! This week, the team is talking about transportation in its... more
March is almost here, which means spring is just around the corner and Madisonians are itching to emerge from their... more
You’ve most likely noticed Dan Yoder’s handy work when driving through Madison. His company, Sign Art Studio, is responsible for... more
There’s no question about it, Madison is in a housing crisis. But how did we get here and what do... more
The state’s legislative session is in full swing, and so far, some of the ideas being brought to the floor... more
It’s time for another Friday news roundup! This week, host Bianca Martin is joined by executive producer Hayley Sperling and... more
Wisconsin is currently weathering one of the worst flu seasons in the past decade. In Dane County, hospitals are full... more
Winter is here — do you know where to park? Alternate side parking is in effect through March 15, meaning... more
Less than a month into his second term as president, Donald Trump has signed more than 60 executive orders into... more
The City Cast Madison team is here to wrap up the week with another Friday news roundup. This week, we’re... more
Happy Thursday! Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day, and we’re rounding out our Love Week with some tips and tricks for making... more
Happy humpday, Madison! On this third day of Love Week, we’re gettin’ a little freaky. Have you ever wanted to... more
Welcome to day two of City Cast Madison’s Love Week! Today, we’re turning inward and talking about the importance of self... more
In honor of Valentine’s Day, this whole week on City Cast Madison, we’re talking about love! To kick things off,... more
This week on the Friday news roundup, we’re talking about workplace misconduct, political protests, and one of Madison’s favorite pastimes... more
Where can you find a lineup of world-class chefs creating specially crafted menus tailored specifically for the season? Why, Paoli of... more
It’s no secret that Madison loves its sports teams. From the UW Badgers to the ‘Mingos and the Nightmares, the... more
Awards season is upon us, and while blockbuster films and Oscar contenders have been getting headlines everywhere, in Madison, we’re doing... more
We’ve all heard that there’s a teacher shortage both nationally and here in Madison; but what’s being done about it?... more
It’s time to close the books on January and round up another week of news. This week, City Cast Madison... more
Happy February, Madison! A new month means it’s time for a new guide. The City Cast Madison team is here... more
Today we’re talking about a hot topic that is ice cold. The City of Madison is forgiving $1.6 million of... more
Last week, Governor Tony Evers declared 2025 to be the “Year of the Kid” during his info-packed State of the... more
After four years leading the department, Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes is leaving his post at the end of the... more
Happy Friday, Madison! The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week. This week host... more
Madison’s restaurant scene is off to a hot start in 2025 with a ton of new openings. It’s a lot... more
Earlier this month, The UW Geology Museum announced the discovery of the oldest known dinosaur in the northern hemisphere, dating... more
The recent single digit temperatures, and the thickening of the ice means it’s definitely ice fishing season! But what is... more
It’s Friday, so the City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Host Bianca Martin sits... more
Twice a year, dozens of local restaurants put together special menus to delight diners for Restaurant Week. This year’s Winter... more
Madison comedian Nate Chappell is used to asking questions as the host of the “Several Questions With Nate Chappell” podcast.... more
As our nation grapples with racial injustice throughout society, the situation has many of us wondering how we can actively work... more
If you’re new in town and looking for some tips, or if you’ve lived here for years and somehow never... more
We’ve made it through another week, which means it’s time for the Friday news roundup! This week, the whole City... more
When January comes around, many folks opt to lose the booze for the month. In a place with a big... more
Inauguration Day is coming up fast, and nobody knows just how crazy this election was in Wisconsin like Capital Times... more
In 2010, Mike Gomoll lost his four-year-old son Joey to epilepsy. That same year, Mike channeled his grief into action... more
Winter has arrived and while most of us are sleeping, plow drivers across the city are at work. Like choreographed... more
As our nation grapples with racial injustice throughout society, the situation has many of us wondering how we can actively work to see... more