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Friday, June 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Safe Haven, a day shelter run by Porchlight serving over 400 people a year, celebrates 30 years in Madison by preparing Lilly Jefferson to move into a permanent housing unit with her emotional support dog. The shelter offers meals, showers, laundry & case management and plans a cookout celebration while asking the community for essential donations. WMTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Madison Police arrested a 38-year-old man after he allegedly threatened people with a knife on Wednesday night; officers arrived at the 100 block of State Street just after 8:30 p.m. and used a less lethal impact launcher—de-escalation efforts failed before he was taken for hospital clearance and booked in jail. WMTV
- ➤ Madison police subdued a 38-year-old man who threatened people with a knife on State Street on Wednesday evening by firing a spongy projectile from a launcher at around 8:37 p.m.—officers arrested him, recovered the knife, and took him to a hospital before moving him to the Dane County Jail. WISC-TV
- ➤ Madison Police arrested 38-year-old Jeffry Harmon on Wednesday night around 8:30 p.m. on the 100 block of State Street for threatening to harm others with a knife—he was taken for hospital clearance before being transported to Dane County Jail. WKOW
- ➤ Rock County woman Amanda Bade said she was one of two victims of a poisoning plot by a Wisconsin couple as three poisoning incidents in Rock County prompted hazmat investigations in Madison and led to the arrest of suspect Paul VanDuyne on June 15. WMTV
- ➤ A man who pleaded guilty to a violent 2016 home invasion at a Madison home (west side) and a fatal 2021 shooting on the northeast side was sentenced to 20 years in prison during a Thursday hearing, with his sentences for each offense set to run consecutively. WISC-TV
- ➤ Police responded at 8:35 p.m. to a report of a knife-wielding man who threatened to harm others on the 100 block of State Street+ officers used a sponge launcher to subdue him. Wisconsin State Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at UW-Madison warned that a federal proposal to limit NIH indirect cost awards to 15% may cost the university $65 million yearly and jeopardize its Alzheimer’s research. The cuts could force planned budget reductions and affect essential services—such as building maintenance and patient safety—as the issue is challenged in court. Wisconsin Public Radio
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ People from across the Upper Midwest are gathering at the Alliant Energy Center this week for the 2025 Region 10 Arabian Horse Championships, the largest Arabian horse show in Madison in years. The public can enjoy free daily shows with a special spotlight session on Saturday night—showcasing competitors from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, parts of Canada, and South Dakota who are presenting Arabian horses known for their beauty and friendly nature. WISC-TV
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Mobile Vaccination Clinic at Southside Elementary School
9-11 a.m. — Southside Elementary School — Free vaccines for eligible individuals — Offering essential immunizations to help keep our community healthy.
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Nashville on the Roof
6-8 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Madison — Limited tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Brittany Moore, Aaron Clafton, and John Stanislawski.
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I Think It Could Work
8:00 p.m. — Madison Circus Space — General Admission: $25 — Experience a vibrant, improvised circus show where no two performances are the same.
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Madison Mallards vs. Wisconsin Rapids Rafters
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Warner Park — Cost varies — Catch the excitement as the Mallards take on the Rafters in a thrilling baseball matchup.
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Parks Alive at Allied Park
5-7 p.m. — Allied Park — Free entry — Enjoy sports and games while connecting with neighbors and making summer memories.
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La Fête de Marquette
10 a.m. – 10 p.m. — McPike Park — Free entry — Celebrate French culture with vibrant festivities and local community spirit.
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Madison Art Fair on the Square
7 p.m. — Capitol Square — Free admission — Experience one of the Midwest's favorite outdoor art celebrations with music, entertainment, and dining options.
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Madison Brain Tumor 5K
7:30-10:45 a.m. — Warner Park — Registration fees apply — Walk or run to support brain tumor patients and their families in the Wisconsin community.
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Madison Night Mares vs. Minot Honeybees
5:05–6:35 p.m. — Warner Park — Starting at $10 — The Madison Night Mares battle the Minot Honeybees in an exciting matchup.
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Forward Madison FC vs. Charlotte Independence
12-3 p.m. — Breese Stevens Field — Tickets from $52 — Catch a thrilling soccer match between Forward Madison and the Charlotte Independence with guaranteed low prices.
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