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The Daily Cardinal is a student newspaper that serves the University of Wisconsin–Madison community. The sixth oldest daily student newspaper in the country, it began publishing on Monday, April 4, 1892. The newspaper is financially and editorially independent of the university.

As the University of Wisconsin System continues their push for an $856 million budget increase, Assembly Speaker Robin V...
06/19/2025

As the University of Wisconsin System continues their push for an $856 million budget increase, Assembly Speaker Robin Vos told reporters Republicans support a spending cut.

Story by Clara Strecker
Photo by Megan Spirito

As the University of Wisconsin System continues their push for an $856 million budget increase, House Speaker Robin Vos told reporters Republicans support a spending cut.

Thousands of protesters gathered at Library Mall and proceeded to march to the Capitol, chanting and holding signs in op...
06/16/2025

Thousands of protesters gathered at Library Mall and proceeded to march to the Capitol, chanting and holding signs in opposition to the Trump Administration and their treatment of immigrants.

Story by Zoey Elwood and Meredith Schadrie
Photos by Bailey Krause & Brynn Mancusi

Thousands of protesters gathered at Library Mall and proceeded to march to the Capitol, chanting and holding signs in opposition to the Trump Administration and their treatment of immigrants.

City investigation finds ‘significant’ issues in Clerk’s handling of uncounted ballotsStory by Vanessa Gavilan Photo by ...
05/02/2025

City investigation finds ‘significant’ issues in Clerk’s handling of uncounted ballots

Story by Vanessa Gavilan
Photo by Drew Wesson

The City of Madison’s investigation report found that the former clerk broke city policy by failing to notify officials of almost 200 uncounted ballots in November’s election.

Wisconsin joins over 20 states in lawsuit challenging AmeriCorps funding cutsStory by Cameron SchneiderPhoto by Jake Pip...
05/02/2025

Wisconsin joins over 20 states in lawsuit challenging AmeriCorps funding cuts

Story by Cameron Schneider
Photo by Jake Piper

Wisconsin joined a multi-state lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's $400 million cut to AmeriCorps, a federal volunteer program serving Wisconsinites.

Wisconsin Supreme Court suspends Milwaukee judge following charges accusing her of assisting an undocumented immigrantSt...
05/02/2025

Wisconsin Supreme Court suspends Milwaukee judge following charges accusing her of assisting an undocumented immigrant

Story by Clara Strecker
Photo Courtesy of James Steakley/Wikimedia Commons

Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan is suspended following charges relating to helping a man evade immigration authorities.

Wisconsin joins lawsuit challenging cuts to federal education funding over DEIStory by Francesca Pica and Clara Strecker...
05/01/2025

Wisconsin joins lawsuit challenging cuts to federal education funding over DEI

Story by Francesca Pica and Clara Strecker
Photo by Drew Wesson

Wisconsin and 18 other states filed a lawsuit Friday challenging the Trump administration’s threats to cut funding for school districts that do not end diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

‘We’re stronger together’: Wisconsin Veterans call for legislative support at 2025 Veterans DayStory by Julia WalkowiczP...
05/01/2025

‘We’re stronger together’: Wisconsin Veterans call for legislative support at 2025 Veterans Day

Story by Julia Walkowicz
Photo by Jake Piper

Veterans and Legislators came together for 2025 Veterans Day at the Capitol, advocating for disabled veterans and families of Missing In Action service members.

‘One of the largest crowds we have seen’: Thousands descend on Mifflin Street for 56th annual block party Story by: Drew...
04/28/2025

‘One of the largest crowds we have seen’: Thousands descend on Mifflin Street for 56th annual block party

Story by: Drew Wesson
Photo by: Jake Piper

University of Wisconsin-Madison students and out-of-town visitors flocked to Mifflin Street on Saturday for the event.

Republican lawmakers renew calls to end UW System DEI following state audit Story by: Clara StreckerPhoto by: Jake Piper
04/28/2025

Republican lawmakers renew calls to end UW System DEI following state audit

Story by: Clara Strecker
Photo by: Jake Piper

University of Wisconsin System leadership defended diversity, equity and inclusion policies in a tense hearing after a state audit revealed the system and 15 state agencies failed to track DEI spending.

BREAKING: Trump administration undos visa terminations for more than 1,500 university studentsStory by Annika Bereny and...
04/25/2025

BREAKING: Trump administration undos visa terminations for more than 1,500 university students

Story by Annika Bereny and Francesca Pica
Photo by Jake Piper

A UW-Madison spokesman says the university is actively tracking this reversal

BREAKING: FBI arrests Milwaukee judge on claims of helping an undocumented immigrant avoid ICEStory by Ava MenkesPhoto b...
04/25/2025

BREAKING: FBI arrests Milwaukee judge on claims of helping an undocumented immigrant avoid ICE

Story by Ava Menkes
Photo by James Steakley/Wikimedia Commons

The FBI national press office told The Daily Cardinal Friday morning they do not have immediate comment.

Cougar cubs found in Michigan, with implications for Wisconsin population Story by: Nicole SteelePhoto by: Hailey Johnso...
04/25/2025

Cougar cubs found in Michigan, with implications for Wisconsin population

Story by: Nicole Steele
Photo by: Hailey Johnson

Sighted 20 miles from the Wisconsin border, the cubs give insight into Wisconsin population levels.

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