Isaac Trussoni

Madison

Reporter at Madison365

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Black History Month gives Madison artists of color their own spaces

Feb 27, 2024 | captimes.com | Isaac Trussoni

As another Black History Month passes, local Black artists and creators are taking stock of what these 29 days have provided in terms of opportunity and growth in Madison. With limited chances for Black and brown artists to display and market their work throughout the rest of the year, they say dedicated space and attention during the yearly celebration of history and culture is vital.
Usher proud to be first independent artist to headline Super Bowl halftime show

Feb 9, 2024 | madison365.com | Lisa Respers France |Omar Waheed |Isaac Trussoni

(CNN) — When Usher appeared as a special guest with the Black Eyed Peas as they headlined the halftime show at Super Bowl XLV in 2011, he began to manifest becoming the headliner himself. During Thursday’s Apple press conference with this year’s Super Bowl performers, Usher recalled “how amazing it felt to be in front of that many people and feel the energy.”“So much so that it made me really passionate about eventually getting this moment that I’m getting ready to have.” he said.
Most Black Americans say they feel successful, survey finds

Feb 8, 2024 | madison365.com | Jeanne Sahadi |Omar Waheed |Isaac Trussoni

New York (CNN) — A majority of Black Americans say they feel at least somewhat successful but nevertheless feel financial pressures regardless of income, according to a new survey released Thursday by the Pew Research Center. The survey of more than 4,700 Black Americans sought their views on what constitutes success — how they define it, how they view themselves in that context and the concerns they have in achieving it.
“Stop the Hate: Build People’s Unity” set for Saturday

Feb 8, 2024 | madison365.com | Omar Waheed |Isaac Trussoni

Continuing protests to put pressure on Wisconsin legislators will come to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s campus this weekend. “Stop the Hate: Build People’s Unity” will be held on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 1 p.m. at UW-Madison’s Library Mall, 728 State St.Another rally in support of a ceasefire in Gaza, labor and against hate will be held this coming Saturday at UW-Madison.
“Music, to me, is the universal language.” Accomplished concert pianist Stewart Goodyear to be featured in WCO’s “Goodyear Returns”

Feb 8, 2024 | madison365.com | Isaac Trussoni

Talented concert pianist Stewart Goodyear will be making a return to the Overture Center on Feb. 16 for “Goodyear Returns,” with a pre-concert discussion and three beautiful compositions starting at 7:30 p.m. Goodyear has visited Madison three times before and helped to open the Capitol Theater in 2005 as he and Kathleen Battle held the first performances in the Overture Center Hall.
Wes Sparkman announces candidacy for Dane County Executive

Feb 2, 2024 | madison365.com | Omar Waheed |Robert Chappell |Isaac Trussoni

Since he was 17 years old, Wes Sparkman has called Dane County his home, and now he wants to lead it as Dane County Executive. Sparkman formally announced his campaign for the Dane County Executive at the City Council Building on Thursday night. Sparkman’s platform aims to use evidence-based tactics to tackle poverty, address mental health, addiction recovery, affordable childcare and housing.
10 guards, 900 inmates: Wisconsin prisons see dire results of ignored warnings

Feb 2, 2024 | madison365.com | Mario Koran |Robert Chappell |Isaac Trussoni |Jnae Thompson

By Mario KoranThe New York Times / Wisconsin Watchand Justin MayoThis story was originally published by The New York Times and Wisconsin Watch. The reporters examined staffing and payroll data and interviewed dozens of guards and inmates for this article, which is part of a series about the Wisconsin Department of Corrections by The New York Times’ Local Investigations Fellowship.
365 Amplified: In defense of diversity

Feb 2, 2024 | madison365.com | Robert Chappell |Jnae Thompson |Isaac Trussoni

UW-Madison clinical law professor Steve Wright joins the show to bring some expertise to our ongoing discussions of the anti-DEI efforts targeting programs at UW-Madison and other institutions. Then Rob Chappell speaks with Madison School Board president Nichelle Nichols about the search for a new superintendent of schools, the three finalists for the job and how you can get involved.
There’s a new category for African musicians at the Grammys. Here’s what you need to know about the nominees

Feb 2, 2024 | madison365.com | Lamide Akintobi |Isaac Trussoni |Jnae Thompson

By Lamide Akintobi, CNNEditor’s note: CNN’s Stephanie Busari contributed to this report. Lagos, Nigeria (CNN) — For the first time, African music will have its own category at the Grammys. The Recording Academy will showcase three new categories for this year’s awards, including “Best African Music Performance” — featuring some of Afrobeats’ global superstars.
University of Michigan, Marquette University researchers find Black patients less likely to get referral for home health care after hospital stay

Feb 2, 2024 | madison365.com | Jnae Thompson |Isaac Trussoni

Black patients are less likely to get a referral for home health care after a hospital stay, according to a new paper authored by Dr. Marianne Weiss, professor of nursing at the University of Marquette, Dr. Olga Yakusheva professor of nursing at the University of Michigan, Dr. Abiola Keller professor of nursing at the University of Marquette, and Kathryn Lee from the University of Michigan School of Nursing in the journal Medical Care, an American Public Health Association publication.