Tag UW-Madison Police
Recent Sightings: Birthday vest
The UW–Madison Police Department holds a celebration for police dog Maya’s second birthday on Friday, Dec. 13.
Small fire in Chamberlin Hall quickly extinguished
A small electrical fire caused the evacuation of Chamberlin Hall Friday afternoon at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Madison Metro buses returning to Bascom Hill
As construction at and around Memorial Union transitions to the next phase, the intersection at North Park Street and Langdon Street has reopened and will again accommodate Madison Metro campus bus routes, according to UW Transportation Services.
Social workers, others to learn about digital safety and youth
The Internet and cell phones are convenient, and usually offer fun diversions. But there’s a dark side to this new technology.
Safety enhancements stem from workplace fatality
The death of a University of Wisconsin–Madison instrument maker has led to several important safety procedures being reviewed and re-emphasized, according to workplace safety officials.
UW brings outreach to Epic’s ‘Deep Space’
Hosting a series of exhibits on Epic Systems campus in Verona for the health care software company’s massive annual users’ group meeting, UW–Madison researchers and outreach experts focused on “Deep Space,” the name of Epic’s new underground auditorium, as a common theme to demonstrate how campus research is making an impact in and out of this world.
Scripts and the City
As New York City’s special narcotics prosecutor, Bridget Brennan has seen the city’s drug habit shift from the needle to the crack pipe to the prescription pad.
MPD seeks information on Vilas Avenue armed robbery
Madison police are investigating the armed robbery of three male UW students in the 1200 block of Vilas Avenue around 11:15 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8.
Lifesaving station issues lake safety reminder
With the tragic drowning of a student in Lake Mendota last week, the UW Lifesaving Station is reminding people of the lake’s potential dangers and encouraging all of those enjoying the water to use caution.