Photo by Photomix-Company on Pixabay. Dane County residents are now able to apply for emergency rental assistance through a program called Dane CORE. That’s a collaborative effort between Dane County, the city of Madison, and the Tenant Resource Center, a nonprofit dedicated to helping tenants and landlords keep their housing affordable. The program, which […]
Dane County Sheriff David Mahoney to retire from law enforcement
Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney has announced his intention to retire from law enforcement this coming spring. Mahoney will be vacating his seat on May 8th, by which point he will have served in the sheriff’s office for four decades. He’s been the department’s leader since 2006. “You know, I remember fondly standing on the […]
Dane County, Madison announce $16 million in rental assistance
In December, U.S. Lawmakers passed a massive, $900 billion COVID-19 relief package. Included in that deal was $25 billion for rental assistance. Now, the city of Madison and Dane County are lining up for their slice of that money — as Madison is seeking about $7.7 million from the funding, while Dane County is requesting […]
Candidate Guide: Spring 2021 Election
Voting information The spring nonpartisan election will be help on Tuesday, April 6. Races with more than two contenders will head to the spring primary, on Tuesday, February 16. Voting information can be obtained from your local clerk’s office. Madison voters may find local voting information here. The WORT News Dept. intends to hold a […]
Dane County approves 2021 budget
Last night, the Dane County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to adopt a new 2021 budget. The board will spend $615.5 million on an operating budget and $80.7 million on its capital budget. Notably, the budgets will fund various affordable housing projects, more construction on the Lower Yahara River Trail, and provide funds to purchase land […]
City Officials Urge Caution as Holiday Season Approaches
With the holiday season approaching, and coronavirus cases steadily rising, Dane County officials are asking residents to take individual responsibility to reduce the spread of Covid-19. Local officials are also calling for the state legislature to reconvene to create a comprehensive state-wide plan for the pandemic. Outside the Alliant Energy Center exhibition hall today, Madison […]
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