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Suzanne Johnson looks to support the evolution and growth of Centro as its new board chair By day, Suzanne Johnson is the senior vice president of branch banking for Park Bank, a community bank with 12 locations throughout the Madison area. In addition to that, since May of this year, she…

Centro has been making big strides recently in its impact on Dane County's Latinx population, and board chair Suzanne Johnson has played an important role in the non-profit's evolution. Madison365's A. David Dahmer reports.

HAPPENING NOW: Voters at the annual meeting of the Sun Prairie Area School District passed a vote of no confidence in superintendent Brad Saron. The vote follows the arrest of the West High School dean of students on child pornogrpahy and exploitation charges, among other issues. Full story to come.

CDC recommends patients consult a health care provider for Covid-19 vaccination By Brenda Goodman, Katherine Dillinger, CNN (CNN) — The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention signed off on a recommendation that patients must consult a health care provider to get a…

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention signed off on a recommendation that patients must consult a health care provider to get a Covid-19 vaccine, although they don’t necessarily need a prescription.

Millions of moms and young kids could lose WIC food assistance within two weeks amid shutdown By Tami Luhby, CNN (CNN) — Barbie Anderson is trying to conserve the milk her three young children drink in case she doesn’t get her WIC benefits on October 15 as scheduled. Though Anderson and her…

“We don’t have the money to buy milk, eggs and everything that the kids need right now,” said Barbie Anderson, who works in billing part-time, while her husband works in a lumberyard. “We’ve always struggled, but now we struggle even more to try to make it.”

"A convener and a central force." Dr. Jennifer Berne takes the helm at Madison College Moving from Ann Arbor, Michigan to Madison, Dr. Jennifer Berne kept hearing the cities were very similar. As she gets settled in as the new president of Madison College, she’s found that not to be…

n an exclusive interview with Madison365, the new Madison College president discussed how it fits into the fabric of the community, and how it can empower more students. And she notes two things about Madison that surprised her -- the second of which you will never guess.

Beyond the Title: Laura Lahti Beyond the Title is a series of Q&As with alumni of Madison365’s Most Influential lists. Laura Lahti (Wisconsin's 30 Most Influential Asian American leaders, 2025) is the co-founder and President of…

In this week's Beyond the Title, realtor and AMASIAN cofounder Laura Lahti shares how she stays anchored, the importance of ritual, and much more: buff.ly/GCTvxKv

The 365 Leadership Summit is coming Nov.3! Come see AMASIAN cofounder Laura Lahti & many more of Wisconsin's Most Influential Leaders. Register now: 365leadershipsummit.org

A federal judge has temporarily blocked Trump from sending National Guard troops to Oregon. Here’s what we know By Kelly McCleary, Josh Campbell, Danya Gainor, Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — A Trump-appointed federal judge in Oregon delivered a second blow to the Trump administration’s effort to send National Guard…

A Trump-appointed federal judge in Oregon delivered a second blow to the Trump administration’s effort to send National Guard troops into Portland late Sunday night, temporarily blocking the deployment of National Guard members from anywhere in the US.

The 365 Leadership Summit presented by UW Credit Union is coming in just a few weeks, and once again DJ Ree Maniac will be on the ones and twos. Register now at 365leadershipsummit.org

Wisconsin’s Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association to host annual Indigenous Cannabis Industry & Policy Summit in Washington D.C. Wisconsin’s Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) will host its annual Indigenous Cannabis Industry & Policy Summit in the nation’s capital this year as it continues its mission to build an…

“It’s a critical year again for not just Indian Country, but also the cannabis industry in general, with saturated markets, black markets, with fentanyl laced cannabis in markets like Wisconsin, where we have hemp-derived cannabinoids," said Rob Pero, founder of ICIA.

37 people arrested and American kids separated from parents after ICE raid at Chicago apartments By Rebekah Riess, Bill Kirkos, CNN (CNN) — Adults and children alike were pulled from their Chicago apartments, crying and screaming, during a large overnight raid that has left tenants and neighbors…

Adults and children alike were pulled from their Chicago apartments, crying and screaming, during a large overnight raid that has left tenants and neighbors shaken.

FBI fires agent trainee who displayed Pride flag, sources say By Josh Campbell, Jamie Gangel, CNN (CNN) — FBI Director Kash Patel has fired a longtime bureau employee who displayed a Pride flag in his workspace during a past assignment, according to multiple…

FBI Director Kash Patel has fired a longtime bureau employee who displayed a Pride flag in his workspace during a past assignment, according to multiple people familiar with the termination.

Van Orden, dairy leaders push for visa reforms at World Dairy Expo Congressman Derek Van Orden and leaders from across the dairy industry called for reforms to agricultural visa programs during a press conference at the World Dairy Expo on October 2. For dairy…

As deportations and crackdowns on undocumented immigrants threaten to cripple the dairy industry, US Rep. Derek Van Orden visited the World Dairy Expo yesterday to promote a proposal to offer a more flexible visa for agricultural workers. Our Omar Waheed was there:

UW eliminates HR Dept of Equity, Inclusion and Employee Wellbeing The Department of Equity, Inclusion and Employee Wellbeing (EIEW) within UW-Madison's Office of Human Resources (OHR) has ceased operations, a UW spokesperson confirmed Thursday. The department,…

The five-person team, which worked on retention of employees from traditionally marginalized communities, has ceased operations, a UW-Madison spokesperson confirmed. Details:

Real Life. Real Faith. Week 2: You're not alone Last week we talked about identity. You are more than your grades, more than your mistakes, and more than what people say about you. At the core, you are a child of God. That truth never changes. But…

Loneliness isn’t just about being by yourself. It can happen even in a crowd. In Real Life, Real Faith, Week 2, we explore what it looks like to be seen and known—especially when life feels heavy.

365 Amplified: Madison College's new president Listen now: On this week's 365 Amplified, Omar and Rob talk through a tense Common Council session on a new men's homeless shelter that ended in confrontations between alders and protesters. Then, we…

NEW PODCAST: Protesters, alders clash at the Common Council over homeless services; UW eliminates Equity, Inclusion & Employee Wellbeing within the Office of Human Resources; we chat with Dr. Jennifer Berne, Madison College's new president. Listen here or your favorite podcast app: buff.ly/YdDcWXK

Fact check: Trump falsely claims Democrats want to give free health care to ‘illegal aliens’ in government shutdown battle By Tami Luhby, CNN (CNN) — Amid government spending negotiations, President Donald Trump and other GOP leaders are accusing Democrats of demanding free health care for “illegal aliens” in return for…

Amid government spending negotiations, President Donald Trump and other GOP leaders are accusing Democrats of demanding free health care for “illegal aliens” in return for their support of a federal funding bill.

La Movida's annual Hispanic Heritage Luncheon celebrates 15 years of celebrating community "I want to congratulate the award winners of today. Your contribution to our community does not go unnoticed. And I want to thank Luis and Lupita [Montoto] for creating this space for us to gather…

Community awards, musical performances, and a tribute to late Madison Latina community leaders Lucia Nunez and Gladis Benavides highlighted La Movida's 15th annual Hispanic Heritage Luncheon on Thursday. Madison365's A. David Dahmer reports.

MGE will host Día de Futból at Breese Stevens Field on Saturday Madison Gas and Electric’s annual Día de Fútbol will return this Saturday, October 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Breese Stevens Field, offering a family-friendly blend of soccer, culture, and energy…

The free Dia de Futbol event will feature soccer cllinics, an appearance from Mexican soccer legend Marco Fabián, community organizations and plenty of information about ways to reduce your energy bill and your carbon footprint. Details: buff.ly/phqQbpF

ICE arrests 7 in targeted action in Madison, advocates say Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested seven people in a targeted action Thursday morning on the east side of Madison, according to Voces de la Frontera, a Milwaukee-based advocacy…

Voces de la Frontera said seven people were arrested in a targeted action Thursday morning. Advocates are working to find out why they were targeted and where they've been taken. We will update as more information becomes available. buff.ly/xAsIfcx

How Israeli actions caused famine in Gaza, visualized By Sana Noor Haq, Rachel Wilson, Soph Warnes, Lou Robinson, Henrik Pettersson, CNN (CNN) — Israel’s nearly two-year war pushed parts of Gaza into “man-made” famine, according to a report published in…

Israel’s nearly two-year war pushed parts of Gaza into “man-made” famine, according to a report published in August by a United Nations-backed initiative, deepening the Palestinians’ struggle for survival under relentless bombing, mass displacement and the spread of disease.

Legal loopholes in Wisconsin cannabis laws leave consumers vulnerable by Margaret Shreiner / Wisconsin Watch, Wisconsin Watch On Oct. 23, 2024, Samuel Hoffland stopped by Famous Yeti’s Pizza in Stoughton on his lunch break. What happened next is detailed in a…

In Wisconsin, regulatory laws surrounding hemp-derived cannabis are lacking, creating gray areas that make it difficult to enforce any standards surrounding the production and distribution of THC-related products. Wisconsin Watch reports.

Four players you need to see this season Every once in a while, a group of athletes comes along that reminds you why you love this game. Right now, Madison-area girls' basketball is loaded with talent, and these four young women are leading…

Every once in a while, a group of athletes comes along that reminds you why you love this game. Right now, Madison-area girls’ basketball is loaded with talent. Click through for an intro to the four who are leading the way:

Feds rack up arrests in Memphis as part of Trump admin’s latest crime crackdown operation By Chris Boyette, Devon M. Sayers, Karina Tsui, Danya Gainor, CNN Memphis (CNN) — Federal authorities are racking up arrests in Tennessee’s second-most populous city as President Donald Trump surges…

Federal authorities are racking up arrests in Tennessee’s second-most populous city as President Donald Trump surges federal officers and National Guard troops to crack down on crime across major Democratic-run cities.

As Common Council plans new homeless shelter, activists push to keep Dairy Drive campsite open Protesters rallied in front of the City County Building Tuesday night to call on Madison’s Common Council to reconsider its vote to dismantle the Dairy Drive campsite for unhoused people, call on the…

Protesters rallied in front of the City-County Building Tuesday night to call on Madison’s Common Council to reconsider its vote to dismantle the Dairy Drive campsite for unhoused people. Madison365's Omar Waheed reports.

Supreme Court agrees to hear arguments in case on Federal Reserve independence, leaving Lisa Cook in job for now By John Fritze, CNN (CNN) — The Supreme Court agreed Wednesday to decide whether President Donald Trump can temporarily fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve, setting up a blockbuster showdown over…

The Supreme Court agreed Wednesday to decide whether President Donald Trump can temporarily fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve, setting up a blockbuster showdown over the independence of an agency with vast power over the American economy.

UW-Madison is changing its financial aid process. Here’s what to know. by Natalie Yahr / Wisconsin Watch and Becky Jacobs / The Cap Times, Wisconsin Watch Starting this fall, UW-Madison will require applicants to fill out the CSS Profile, an online application used by…

Incoming undergraduates to UW-Madison will have to fill out the CSS Profile to apply for institutional financial aid. The form is available starting today. Wisconsin Watch reports.

US sprinter Melissa Jefferson-Wooden ‘not satisfied’ after gold-medal sweep at World Championships By Frank Nunns O'Connell, Amanda Davies, CNN (CNN) — Just over 13 months ago, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden was claiming a bronze medal after finishing third in the women’s 100m sprint at the Paris…

“There are so many things out there that I’ve accomplished this year. But there’s so many more things that I do want to accomplish.”

Indigenous Biz Con returns to MIlwaukee Oct. 13-14 Indigenous Biz Con returns to Milwaukee to bridge gaps between Native and non-Native businesses. The annual conference, hosted by the Indigenous Business Group, a non-profit founded by Native…

The annual conference, hosted by the Indigenous Business Group, a non-profit founded by Native entrepreneurs to match Native-owned businesses with resources, centralizes discussions in Indian Country to explore enterprising opportunities.

The Cost of Clarity: Why Most Leaders Avoid Their True Calling What if the success you have worked so hard for is the very thing keeping you from your calling? I think of my friend, Josh Kosnick. For years, he was the picture of professional success. He was a…

We all talk about clarity — but few of us are willing to pay the price.

In this week's Selfless Way column, Henry Sanders challenges us: what if the success we thought we wanted is what’s holding us back?