THE BADGER REPORT
Covering News for the Campus and Community
May 7, 2013
The Badger Report
Posted 5/7/13
Surveillance Cameras in Madison
Walking around Madison you may not notice them. But over 150 surveillance cameras are situated throughout the city and within the next year, the City of Madison will almost be doubling the number of cameras.
Posted 5/7/13
Wisconsin Grilled Cheese Competition
What comes to mind when you think of a grilled cheese sandwich? Bacon? Steak? How about homemade jalapeno jam? Here at the Iowa County Fairgrounds people from all over Wisconsin are here to celebrate the state’s favorite dairy product.
Posted 5/7/13
Rowing at the UW: a Unique Language
The language permeating one of the University of Wisconsin's lesser known sports may seem foreign to outsiders.
Posted 5/7/13
Immigration one of many issues facing Wisconsin legislators
The U.S. houses a reported 11 million immigrants and scores of others who are undocumented. Madison immigration lawyer Raluca Vais-Ottosen can’t say for certain how many immigrants live in the city, but her law office sees several hundred cases a year.
Posted 5/7/13
Meningitis concerns raised on UW campus
UW parents and students are raising questions about meningitis, following the recent death of a UW student. Kelly Burrows, a UW sophomore, said she was not aware of meningitis.
Posted 5/7/13
Annual Crazylegs Classic held Saturday
This year’s Crazylegs Classic, held this past Saturday, saw an increase in security because of the bombing at the Boston Marathon. According to Liutenant Carl Strasburg, the police were being more cautious than in years past.
April 25, 2013
The Badger Report
Farmers' Market opens
Dane County Farmers' Market kicked off its season last weekend to a strong crowd, despite cold temps.
Officials prepare for 5k run
Madison's annual Crazylegs run is set to visit Madison, and city officials are looking to keep the event safe following the bombings at the Boston Marathon earlier this month.
Mifflin through the ages
Madison's Mifflin Street Block Party has a longstanding history of tradition with both city officials and students.
Life after college
As unemployment numbers remain stubbornly high, soon-to-be graduates of the University of Wisconsin-Madison are concerned for their futures.
Mifflin is point of contention
Madison city officials, police and students don't seem to be on the same page when it comes to this end-of-semester rager.
Student newspapers flounder
As the journalism field increasingly sees a transition to the web, student newspapers are responding on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus.
Allergies are in the air
As spring weather makes its debut in Wisconsin, seasonal allergies are coming along with the sunshine.
Spring Game kicks off
The University of Wisconsin-Madison's annual football extravaganza, the Spring Game, touched off last weekend at Camp Randall.
April 18, 2013
The Badger Report
Posted 4/17/13
Slow Food Madison's Food Camp
Madison's Slow Food organized a Food Camp last Saturday, which brought in more than 200 participants.
Posted 4/17/13
Bike Safety in Madison
With the weather finally warming up, bikes are returning to campus. But what can bikers and drivers do to stay safe?
Posted 4/17/13
Rainy weather helps farmers
Following a drought, the wet weather is just what farmers need.
Posted 4/17/13
Students return from Boston Marathon
Lauren Ayala and Abby Studinger were welcomed home by family and friends upon their safe return after participating in the Boston Marathon during the tragic bombing.
April 11, 2013
The Badger Report
Posted 4/10/13
Mifflin Block Party Faces Competition
UW-Madison offers students an alternative event to Mifflin.
Posted 4/10/13
Celebrating Syrup
Nearly 1,500 people gather to celebrate the Annual Maple Syrup Festival.
Posted 4/10/13
UW Football Holds "Open" Practice
New Wisconsin football head coach Gary Andersen allows fans to watch practice.
Posted 4/10/13
Food Carts Stimulate Competition
Madison food carts create legitimate competition for local food establishments.
Posted 4/17/13
Badgers Softball on the rise
The UW softball team has had its best season in years. Find out how head coach Yvette Healy has turn the squad around.
Posted 4/17/13
UW-Madison working to decrease sexual assault
The Campus Save Act is designed to increase sexual assault awareness, requiring schools that receive federal funding to sponsor education programs.
Posted 4/10/13
Badgers Give Back
A couple Wisconsin football players spend time with kids in the Madison community.
Posted 4/10/13
UW Rugby Plays for B1G Championship
The Wisconsin rugby team faces Ohio State in the first ever Big Ten Championship.
March 21, 2013
The Badger Report
Posted 3/21/13
Madison CYC
UW students are paying drastically different prices for cycling classes on campus.
Posted 3/21/13
Memorial Union Renovations
The UW-Memorial Union continues its renovations on the 160-year-old building.
Posted 3/21/13
Rebecca Blank, UW Chancellor
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has put forward Rebecca Blank as their next UW Chancellor.
Posted 3/21/13
MODA Fashion Week
MODA's largest fashion show of the year featured music, art and student design.
Posted 3/14/13
Decline in Hunting Licenses Reduces State Revenue
Predictions suggest a continued decline in hunting licenses, but Wisconsin residents remain teaching their children.
March 14, 2013
The Badger Report
Posted 3/14/13
Wisconsin Pro Day
Even in the middle of winter, badger football is still a priority at Wisconsin.
Posted 3/14/13
Protestors Rally for Homelessness
Over 70 people gathered last week to fight for more shelter space in Madison.
Posted 3/14/13
Federal Cuts May Lengthen Airport Lines
Predictions suggest a continued decline in hunting licenses, but Wisconsin residents remain teaching their children.
December 6, 2012
Posted on 12/6/12
Barry Alvarez announces decision to coach the UW-Badgers in the Rose Bowl.
Posted on 12/6/12
The Badger Report visits The Great Dane to talk about Wisconsin's beers.
Posted on 12/6/12
The Badger Report visits Summers Christmas Tree Farm to see why its a popular tree destination.
Posted on 12/6/12
The Badger Report talks with the Badgers about their victory over Nebraska.
Posted on 12/6/12
The Badger Report talks with Editor and Chief Ryan Rainy about the Badger Herald's decision to stop printing on Fridays.
Posted on 12/6/12
With the semester coming to a close, the Badger Report talks to seniors about the difficulties of finding a job.
Posted on 12/6/12
Forget the Cha Cha and the tango, these badgers are all about break dancing.
Posted on 12/6/12
Madion's student housing is looking to change in the upcoming years. The Badger Report gets the inside scoop.
Posted on 12/6/12
The city of Madison is known for its efforts to build with the environment in mind. The Badger Report talks sustainability this week.
Posted on 12/6/12
The Memorial Union transforms into the annual medieval Tudor Dinner including flaming pudding, a boars head, and jesters.
Decision 2012
Newscast Updates
Posted at 12:45 a.m.
The final segment of the Badger Report's election coverage. Hear final vote counts and results. Plus, Emily Connor's update on the Senate race.
Posted on 10:30 p.m.
Updated election results from individual states. Plus, The Badger Report's Kylie Peterson discusses election humor on social media.
Posted at 9:00 p.m.
The Badger Report's latest projections for both candidates. Plus, a closer look at the Senate race with the Emily Connor. Also, Jackson Dahlquist highlights those who chose not to vote this year.
Posted at 7:30 p.m.
A closer look at the election results. Plus, The Badger Report's Kylie Peterson discusses the impact of social media on the election.
Mallory Warner reports on the implications of negative political advertising and what it means for this election. More
Stephanie Lallas reports on how each campaign is taking advantage of social media during this election. More
Posted at 6:30 p.m.
The Badger Report's Jose Cornejo and Danielle Robay begin our Decision 2012 Coverage.
Posted at 7:00 p.m.
The Badger Report's opening segment highlights the Obama Rally in Madison, Hurricane Sandy, and The Badger Report's Emily Connor comments on Wisconsin's open Senate seat.
Decision 2012 Packages
Posted at 8:00 p.m.
As the polls close, The Badger Report's Jose Cornejo and Danielle Robay continues to provide updated election results. Plus, a look at the Senate update and The Badger Report's Mallory Warner's story on the impact of negative political ads.
Posted at 8:30 p.m.
Stay updated on the election results. Plus, an interview with UW Instructor Katy Culver on the impact of social media during this election.
Posted at 9:30 p.m.
The Badger Report discusses the electoral college votes. Kylie Peterson evaluates each candidates' social media presence.
Posted at 10:00 p.m.
Continued coverage on election updates. The Badger Report's Ali Killam polls students on what they know about the upcoming election and the candidates. Plus, Brendan Caven's story on early voting.
BREAKING NEWS
Posted at 11:15 p.m.
The Associated Press calls the race with Obama re-elected for a 2nd term. Plus, Emily Connor's update on the Senate race.
Posted at 11:45 p.m.
A look at some of the final electoral votes. Plus, Kate Bothe's story on first-time voters. Emily Connor gives us the latest Senate race results with Baldwin in the lead.
Jackson Dahlquist reports on those Americans that are choosing not to vote in this upcoming election. More
Brendan Caven reports on how Hurricane Sandy is affecting those on the UW-Madison Campus and how it can influence voter turnout. More
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