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We’re saying goodbye to February with a Friday news roundup! This week, the team is talking about transportation in its many forms. Executive producer Hayley Sperling is on the Metro beat, giving details on an east side bus crash and the latest on contract negotiations between Metro workers and the city. Meanwhile, newsletter editor Rob Thomas digs into why the Dane County Regional Airport had a near-record-breaking year in 2024. Finally, host Bianca Martin has the details on the money flying into our state’s Supreme Court race.Mentioned on the show:Services impacted as Madison Metro workers decline overtime, cite ongoing contract negotiations [Channel 3000]The Mayor's (Ambitious) Plan For Addressing Madison's Housing Crisis [City Cast Madison]Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 28th episode here:Dane County Humane Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March is almost here, which means spring is just around the corner and Madisonians are itching to emerge from their winter hibernation and dive into everything the city has to offer. In our monthly guide, the City Cast Madison team has recommendations on what to do, see, and eat in March. Host Bianca Martin has the scoop on film fest activities, newsletter editor Rob Thomas may have found his new favorite restaurant, and executive producer Hayley Sperling has the story on a new bookstore in town.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 27th episode here:Dane County Humane Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’ve most likely noticed Dan Yoder’s handy work when driving through Madison. His company, Sign Art Studio, is responsible for the city’s most iconic signs: the huge new Orpheum marquee on State Street, the classic restored Badger Liquor sign a block away, the elegant, retro cool-looking Harvey House sign, and hundreds more. Bianca Martin sat down with Yoder to find out just how one becomes a “sign guy”, how many light bulbs it took to make the new Orpheum theater sign and why good design endures.This show originally aired Feb. 13, 2024Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 26th episode here:Dane County Humane Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s no question about it, Madison is in a housing crisis. But how did we get here and what do we do about it? The city has a plan, and it’s an ambitious and contentious one at that. To get insight on the plan and how we can expect Madison’s neighborhoods to change as our city grows, host Bianca Martin spoke with none other than the mayor herself, Satya Rhodes-Conway. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 25th episode here:Dane County Humane Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The state’s legislative session is in full swing, and so far, some of the ideas being brought to the floor by Republicans mirror the agenda President Donald Trump has been pushing in Washington, D.C. To get the scoop on what’s been proposed and how likely any of these initiatives are to be passed into law, host Bianca Martin speaks with Wisconsin Watch statehouse reporter Jack Kelly and statehouse reporting intern Hallie Claflin.Mentioned on the showTrump policies come to Wisconsin in first weeks of new session [Wisconsin Watch]Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 24th episode here:Dane County Humane Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for another Friday news roundup! This week, host Bianca Martin is joined by executive producer Hayley Sperling and producer Jade Iseri-Ramos. The team digs into results from this week’s primary election, key takeaways from Gov. Tony Evers’ budget address, progress at the Center for Black Excellence and Culture, and complaints from some of Madison’s Black senior citizens.Mentioned on the show:Madison city council incumbents survive in low turnout primary [Isthmus]Gov. Tony Evers' budget calls for tax cuts, protection against 'needless chaos' of Trump policies [Wisconsin State Journal]Center For Black Excellence Will Break Ground on Juneteenth [🎧 City Cast Madison]Black seniors in Madison say they feel slighted by city-funded agency [Cap Times]Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 21st episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Madison Symphony Orchestra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wisconsin is currently weathering one of the worst flu seasons in the past decade. In Dane County, hospitals are full of children and adults dealing with respiratory illnesses. So how do we keep ourselves healthy and help our bodies recover from sickness? We spoke with Cap Times food and culture editor Lindsay Christians to get her suggestions on what to cook and what ingredients to keep on hand when illness is making its rounds.Mentioned on the show Caroline Chambers’ lemon, spinach, chicken tortellini soupMelissa Clark’s omelette Julia Tertian’s roaster broccoli with carrot miso dressingHow To Make Yogi TeaTelsaan TeaRishi TeaJoshua McFadden’s kale salad Anna Thomas’ greens soupJoin us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 20th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Madison Symphony Orchestra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Winter is here — do you know where to park? Alternate side parking is in effect through March 15, meaning you have to park your car on the correct side of the road each day to avoid getting a ticket. If you live on the isthmus this applies whenever there’s significant snowfall and the city declares a snow emergency.Confused? Former producer Dylan Brogan spoke with Madison Streets Superintendent Charlie Romines about what you need to know to help the streets get plowed and avoid a ticket.Get text alerts about snow emergencies and where to park. [City of Madison]This episode originally aired November 14, 2023.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 19th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Madison Symphony Orchestra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Less than a month into his second term as president, Donald Trump has signed more than 60 executive orders into law. Some of those orders are already being challenged in court, including one that would cut off federal funding for hospitals that provide gender-affirming care for patients under 19 years old. The order has left some Wisconsin families — and health care providers — with a lot of questions. To get answers, we caught up with Wisconsin Watch investigative reporter Phoebe Petrovic, who’s been covering the story.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Madison Symphony Orchestra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for the upcoming primary elections in Wisconsin! The local food scene is buzzing with news about EatStreet's bankruptcy and the new owners of Ohio Tavern aiming for a revival. Dive into local governance challenges, including a leadership withdrawal in Human Services and political tensions within the county board. Finally, don't miss the excitement around this year’s Summerfest lineup and reminisce about past concerts that created unforgettable memories!