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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Neighbors in Madison extinguished a kitchen fire before firefighters arrived, preventing potential damage and injuries.  WMTV

CRIME NEWS

  • Two teenagers involved in separate school shootings in Madison, Wisconsin, and Nashville, Tennessee, were linked through participation in online networks that glorify mass violence.  Wisconsin State Journal

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Dr. John Hawks, an anthropology professor at UW-Madison, was awarded the 2025 Distinguished Explorer Award for his contributions to studying human evolution and genetics.  WISC-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Wisconsin Senate will not have a dedicated election committee for the first time in nearly 20 years, with election bills being referred to various committees instead.  The Madison Times

HEALTH NEWS

  • Wisconsin experiences a significant surge in respiratory illnesses in January, with a notable rise in influenza hospitalizations, while RSV and COVID-19 rates begin to decline.  WISC-TV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Maria of Buenos Aires

    An opera directed by Frances Rabalais featuring the music of Piazzolla, presented at the Capitol Theater in Madison, WI.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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  • Madison Camper and RV Show & Sale

    The Madison Camper and RV Show & Sale features over 200,000 square feet of campers, RVs, and related vendors, along with hourly door prizes.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • Madison Jazz Jam - Community Jazz Session

    A free student-led jazz jam at Cafe CODA where participants of all ages and abilities can join in or enjoy the music, guided by educators.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Guster Concert at The Sylvee

    Guster, known for their alt-rock sound, will perform as part of their 'We Also Have Eras' tour at The Sylvee in Madison.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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  • WISSA World Championships in Ice and Snow Sailing

    The World Ice and Snow Sailing Association World Championships will feature elite and recreational competitions in Madison, showcasing the world's best in wind sports adapted for winter.

    Mon, 2/3/25

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  • Shucked - A Musical Comedy in Madison

    Experience the whimsical tale of Maizy as she teams up with a con man to save her corn crop in this award-winning musical comedy featuring toe-tapping tunes and heartwarming moments.

    Tue, 2/4/25

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  • Wisconsin Badgers Women's Basketball vs. USC Trojans

    The Wisconsin Badgers will face off against the #4 ranked USC Trojans in a highly anticipated women's basketball matchup at the Kohl Center.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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  • Badger Talk: Mastering the Art of Delegation

    This event focuses on the important skill of delegation in business, hosted by The Business Forum during their February luncheon.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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  • Madtown Mannish Boys Live Concert

    Experience the soulful sounds of the Madtown Mannish Boys, a Blues band rooted in Chicago-style Blues, performing live at The Bur Oak in Madison.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • LA RUMBA: Monthly Latin Dance Marathon in Madison

    This special edition of LA RUMBA features 2 hours of Bachata dance lessons followed by a social dance event with Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue at The Cardinal Bar.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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