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Amid budget strains, Madison City Council members propose 18 amendments, many related to public health and safety, to Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conways operating budget for 2024.

Some on the council argued that city rules barring sleeping on private property inhibits nonprofits from getting access to funding that supports homeless people.

Some on the council argued that city rules barring sleeping on private property inhibits nonprofits from getting access to funding that supports homeless people.

Madison City Council members are proposing modest changes to Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conways proposed capital budget, including funds for John Nolen Drive the Village on Park mall.

The amended city ordinance now permits pet pigs in Madison, so long as they are under a certain height and weight.

MADISON, Wis. -- Its been about three months since Rudi the miniature pig was unceremoniously evicted from his home along Madisons Southwest Commuter Path.

"I must say theres a lot of joy with rooting for the pig," said Ald. Tag Evers, who has been championing Rudi since the pigs legality was called into question.

"I must say theres a lot of joy with rooting for the pig," said Ald. Tag Evers, who has been championing Rudi since the pigs legality was called into question.

OUR VIEW: Ald. Tag Evers is right -- making a decision doesnt have to take a long time

A publicly led redevelopment of the South Transfer Point will let south side residents provide input on the major project this fall before design begins.