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Monday, April 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, thousands of UW-Madison students and visitors filled Mifflin Street for the 56th annual block party where police arrested 42 people for alcohol-related offenses under the new Amnesty Through Responsible Action policy—city officials had raised safety concerns after last year’s event that saw property damage and injuries. The Daily Cardinal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Late Saturday night at 10:24 p.m., police, fire, and EMS responded to a crash on the 300 block of Cottage Grove Road where an intoxicated pedestrian was struck by a vehicle – the pedestrian sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a local hospital. WKOW
- ➤ An intoxicated driver crashed into Buckeye Barbershop over the weekend, damaging the building and leaving the owner to file an insurance claim—neighbors now urge the city to add safety measures to prevent future accidents. WKOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Madison man was arrested Saturday for causing a disturbance in Fitchburg and was booked on charges of disorderly conduct, battery to a law enforcement officer and threats to a law enforcement officer — he allegedly injured a Dane County deputy at the jail. WMTV
- ➤ Fitchburg police arrested a 34-year-old Madison man on Saturday after he allegedly created a disturbance at a business in Fitchburg by carrying an air rifle and several knives, and he reportedly struck a Dane County deputy at jail (resulting in a minor injury). WISC-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Madison community celebrated the grand opening of the new Chabad Jewish Center on Monroe Street— a facility for worship and education. James Stein said the center was built after years of planning and fundraising—designed to serve the local Jewish community. WKOW
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Crazylegs Classic 8K race — its 43rd year — raised money for UW athletics last Saturday in Madison, with 21-year-old Adam Kitay winning in a pink Hawaiian shirt in 25:26.93. Former Edgewood College runner Piper Atnip won her first race in 27:58.43 as young spectators cheered along the course. WMTV
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Turnover Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Sylvee — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soothing sounds of Turnover as they showcase their latest work.
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Royale Lynn Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Sylvee — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful vocals of the rising star Royale Lynn as she showcases her hit tracks.
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Don Giovanni
7 PM — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience Mozart's captivating opera about the legendary seducer Don Giovanni.
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Wisconsin Conference on Latino Arts and Culture
8 AM - 5 PM — Centro Hispano of Dane County — Free entry — Celebrate and explore diverse Latino arts through music, workshops, and exhibitions.
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Beach Bunny Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Sylvee — Check local listings for pricing — Enjoy the alt-pop sounds of Beach Bunny, the project of Lili Trifilio, in a vibrant live setting.
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2nd Annual Health and Wellness Seminar
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Madison Area Technical College — Free entry — Explore wellness strategies related to mental, physical, and financial health at this engaging seminar.
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Deafheaven Concert
8:00 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — Tickets from $37 — Catch the musical energy of Deafheaven live in Madison.
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Angelmaker Concert
7-11 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — Tickets starting at $28 — Experience a night of intense music with Angelmaker live in Madison.
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Sharon Van Etten Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Sylvee — $44+ — Enjoy an evening with indie rock sensation Sharon Van Etten in Madison's premier venue.
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Kaleah Lee Live Concert
8 PM — High Noon Saloon — Cashless venue — Enjoy a night of live music with Kaleah Lee at this local favorite spot.
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