Due to safety concerns cited by the police department, more Madison bars are joining a group of establishments that don’t allow new patrons on the weekends after 1:30 in the morning. We learn more. Then, we look at an investigation into how lawmakers play favorites with transportation funding.
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Madison Limits More Late Night Bar Entries
Seven more bars are being added to a list of establishments in downtown Madison that do not allow customers in after 1:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. A year ago, seven different bars joined the new policy. Our guest explains why more bars are being asked to follow this rule, which will go into effect on July 1.
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Government Leaders Play Favorites With Transportation Money
An American Public Media Report reveals how the federal government has been rewarding transportation grants based on political cloud and electoral impact. We talk with a reporter about the history of earmarks, which Congress banned in 2011, and how quid pro quos are happening between lawmakers and the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Jason Freedman Guest
- Tom Scheck Guest
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