So for whatever reason there was a lot of underage kids on State Street on Saturday night. And at two different times a platoon of cops were chasing these underage kids all around State Street. It was kind of weird kind of funny and kind of ridiculous. Just a bunch of cops and a bunch of underage kids all just racing around a crowded State Street

They had like 3 or 4 cop cars triangulating trying to get this one girl who looked like she was maybe 15 years old. Some cop tried to pepper spray her and wound up pepper spraying himself in the face! Hilarious stuff. And then after all this they get her, arrest her, put her in the car, then literally 45 minutes later she's walking around the street again. What the fuck?

Also watching an overweight cop with a bunch of cop equipment on trying to catch a 15 year old girl on foot was pretty hilarious

Heard a bunch of emergency sirens, 3 gunshots, then more sirens. Anybody know anything??? We’re near the Baldwin stoplight

https://www.wkow.com/news/mens-shelter-on-bartillon-drive-to-open-on-sept-1/article_e6ba156c-d267-49f1-901a-5103dbf12197.html

Edit 2: As my first edit says, I did find my bike. The guy who took it was shot by MPD a few minutes later, and I have no idea why.

Edit: Lol, saw the guy riding around just a minute after I posted and went back to the car to follow him. Didn't find him again, but I did drive past my bike abandoned on the curb, so that's taken care of.

Should I follow up with police at all? Post pics here? Just in hunting for ours, we spoke to a few neighbors who've also had bikes stolen recently. Don't want it to happen to anyone else, but obviously, I don't know if it's the same guy and at this point in American history I don't relish the thought of siccing law enforcement on a Black man.

Just had a guy ride my daughter's bike out of our backyard. We weren't home, but caught him on camera, so I went out in the car and, incredibly, saw him a couple of minutes later. I had to go around the block to park but found her bike lying in a backyard. So that's a huge relief.

Unfortunately, my bike is also missing. I'm operating on the assumption it was the same guy, but I was out of town and it could have been taken any time in the last week. I don't see it for sale on Facebook or Craigslist. Anyone have any idea where I might search? Thanks.

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https://www.wmtv15news.com/2026/06/15/new-sports-complex-open-madison/

Hey - Just wondering if anyone has some of the confetti that was shot near the end of Sunday's ACDC Madison show that they could spare? Our seating (and event security) prevented us from being able to get any after the show. If we could get a couple pieces to throw in the old scrapbook, we sure would appreciate it. Rock on!

Dear friends and community members: I keep getting threatening messages left on my car in the Tenney Lapham area. Am I being targeted or does anyone else experience this? First it was a piece of paper, next it was a sticky note.

I'm not from the area but will be meeting a woman for a first date this weekend. Any suggestions for a dinner that's not too casual but not overwhelmigly fancy where we'll have space to chat? Trying to avoid super busy restaurants with super cramped seating. Thanks so much in advance

All systems are down at Woodmans East. No communication from management. This pic is one of the belts. Cash only, convenient as they are now charging atm fees. Do better Phil.

I haven't been down the hill in a year or more. What food truck options are on Library Mall these days for lunch on a weekday? What's your favorite one and/or your favorite thing to order? Thanks y'all.

Hi!

I am looking to get an Etsy pattern printed on one sheet of paper rather than spending 2 hours taping together 30 pages and then cutting it out.

Does anyone know where I can go for that here in Madison or the surrounding areas?

TIA 🩷

Hello Madison!

I work for the distributor behind a dark comedy indie film called Our Hero, Balthazar starring Jaeden Martell, Asa Butterfield, and Noah Centineo. We will be screening our film at the Flix Brewhouse Madison located in Madison and will be playing tomorrow 7/23 at 7:45pm.

Hope you guys enjoy it and feel free to ask any questions after watching!

Tickets: https://flixbrewhouse.com/showtimes/1000033535-our-hero-balthazar/?date=2026-07-23
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BjmkWI96YLY

I moved away from Madison five years ago to go to school in Oregon (the state). I miss Crema Cafe's Breakfast Sandwich every single day of my life hahaha. Hands down best breakfast sandwich in Madison, and I lived there for nearly 20 years. Does anyone know how they make it taste so good? I think it's the cream cheese. But also, I think it's the dressing they put on the salad. I miss Madison. If anyone who used to work there knows the recipe and would be willing to share it, I promise I'll only use it for personal purposes 🙏🏼

For those wondering, yes that is the cart corral they are parked in front of.

Hello- I believe I lost my wallet yesterday its a brown worn mk wallet. Doubt it was found by someone here and not posted but wanted to make sure

Just moved to the area, we’re able to change our HMO.

We have little kids, we’re looking at good pediatric, autism, ADHD care.

Leaning towards Dean or Quartz.

Thanks!

Come join WI-JPA for a fun filled puzzle night. We will be at the Fitchburg Public Library tonight from 6pm-8pm (7/22). Free and open to all! Puzzles will be provided.

I would usually go to Bloom but they close at 3:00 pm and I'm not in town until 4:00 pm. What are your go-to dessert options for a small gathering?

I’ve been climbing for a few months. My friends took me out to a few spots outside of Denver and I got really hooked. I have mtn project, but I’m pretty intimidated to go looking for spots by myself (none of my Madison friends climb). Would anyone be willing to take a day trip up and show me some spots? Willing to buy lunch and drive.

Hello strangers! I’m a mid-20s tech worker looking to become even more of a walking stereotype; to that end, I’d like to join a climbing gym.

I’ve climbed my fair share of trees and hopped a few fences before, but I have no experience capital-c Climbing. I know there are plenty of options out there, but I’m looking for recommendations for a place that’s good for absolute beginners, ideally that offers intro classes and rental equipment. I’m going into this with no prior knowledge. Which places have you all had good experiences with?

I was on my east side porch Saturday afternoon when a man in his 60s/70s showed up with who he called his children (boy and girl, 12 -14). He walked up uninvited and asked if I was open to having a conversation about injustice. I should have said no. I didn't.

He asked a few questions and did not engage with my answers (ex: Are humans' natural tendency toward selfishness responsible for all the injustice in the world? I told him I thought that was cynical and that humans also have a natural tendency for generosity. He scoffed at that.), and of course moved to Jesus. I pushed back on his reference to Jesus as figure from history and he got angry and walked away, yelling back at me. He proceeded to ring doorbells up and down my block and accosting people on the sidewalk.

Anybody know his story? I felt quite back for the kids, for many reasons. I don't care about the Jesus stuff, but he seems angry and off-balance.

We're doing a thing!

We've got it all- local and area artists and makers, food trucks, live music, and hard cider! We'll even have a tarot reader working indoors giving readings!

The festivities start at 11am, with vending continuing until 4pm. The Food truck will stick around until later, as the music starts at 6 and the Cidery is open until 8pm.

The weather is looking decent and we're excited to see folks out there!

https://www.madisonmakersmarket.com/cider-markets