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Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Multiple communities in South Central Wisconsin will host fireworks displays for Independence Day, with Madison hosting the Madison Mallards Fireworks at 2390 N Sherman Ave — scheduled at 9:30 p.m. Other cities such as Portage, Verona, Lake Geneva, and Jefferson will hold shows from July 2 to July 12 to offer residents many choices for celebration. WMTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A building in Town of Springdale was declared a total loss Thursday night after a fire just before 7 p.m. in the 8600 block of Davis Street caused about $325,000 in damages with no one hurt, and a county investigation is ongoing. WISC-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A woman reported that burglars broke into her home on Madison's south side in the 1900 block of Lake Point Drive around 10 p.m. Thursday, stealing cash and a backpack while leaving clothing behind and police are investigating the incident. WISC-TV
- ➤ Richard Cunningham Jr., 44, pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a woman on a Dane County bike path in March 2023 and was sentenced on Friday to 17 years in prison with 15 years of extended supervision after DNA evidence and GPS data linked him to the incident while charges of strangulation and felony bail jumping were dismissed. WISC-TV
- ➤ A Dane County judge convicted Kore Bommeli Adams on Friday of two counts of attempted first degree intentional homicide for a poisoning scheme that targeted her Middleton neighbors with ricin in spring 2014 — sentencing is scheduled for August 15 and she faces more charges in an Oklahoma homicide case over a missing roommate. WKOW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin Historical Foundation announced on Thursday that the fundraising campaign for the new Wisconsin History Center is complete, boosted by a $12 million gift from W. Jerome Frautschi that brought his total contribution to $37.1 million and nearly covered a quarter of the $160.5 million cost. The center—expected to draw 20,000 visitors a year—will open on Capitol Square in late 2027. WKOW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Businesses on Regent Street are preparing for two Morgan Wallen concerts this weekend at Camp Randall, which are expected to draw tens of thousands of fans and boost the local economy. Jason Ilstrup of Downtown Madison Inc. said local shops are adding staff—just like on game days—to get ready for a busy weekend and more upcoming concerts. WMTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Madison will host a Disability Pride Flag Raising Ceremony on Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building—local leaders including the mayor and disability advocates will speak to honor the ADA's 35th anniversary and emphasize the city's commitment to inclusion. FOX 47
- ➤ The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Friday that UW Health is not required to bargain with its nurses because Act 10 ended those rules — a decision reached after a 2022 agreement averted a strike. UW Nurses United stated they will keep fighting for better bargaining rights. WISC-TV
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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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Wicked
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Explore the origins of the Wicked Witch of the West and her relationship with Glinda the Good.
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