Monday, November 25th, 2024

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dane County Emergency Management advises Wisconsin residents to prepare for a significant drop in temperature next week by dressing in layers, packing emergency supplies in cars, and staying informed on weather updates. WMTV
- ➤ The Madison Metropolitan School District is hosting a hygiene drive throughout November to assist over 800 of its students experiencing homelessness, collecting essential items to support their daily school participation. WMTV
- ➤ Hilldale Shopping Center celebrated the start of the holiday season with its annual North Pole Party, featuring Santa, live reindeer, and early Black Friday sales. WKOW
- ➤ Cranksgiving in Madison combines a bike ride, scavenger hunt, and food drive to support struggling families with holiday meals through donations to the Goodman Community Center. WKOW
- ➤ The Madison Reading Project partners with Empty Stocking Club to distribute over 9,200 books to children, highlighting the power of collaboration in promoting literacy and joy during the holidays. Wisconsin State Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 16-year-old boy was arrested in Madison for his involvement in recent shootings, with multiple guns and ammunition seized during the investigation. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ A man injured a teen with a razor blade, then peacefully surrendered after barricading himself in a South Side apartment and livestreaming the standoff. Wisconsin State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin voters approved nearly 78% of 138 school district referendums in 2024, despite a statewide decline in passage rates since 2018 and a record $6 billion requested for education. The Madison Times
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 1.6 million Wisconsinites are expected to travel for Thanksgiving, setting a new record according to AAA. Wisconsin Public Radio
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Fall 2024 Visiting Artist Colloquium Featuring Brian Adams
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Sa-Roc Concert at Wisconsin Union Theater
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