# Mayor Calls for Barricade Removal | Madison News

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Podcast: [Madison News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/madison-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7577991)
Published: 2026-08-01T00:03:23+00:00
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Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway is urging the removal of barricades at the occupied intersection of Williamson and Baldwin Streets, where a fatal police incident involving Corey Ruiz occurred in July. She warns that the ongoing blockade is crippling public transit, emergency response times, and local businesses — causing real, lasting harm. While honoring Corey’s memory through a planned memorial and supporting outreach to unhoused residents, Rhodes-Conway insists Madison must move forward constructively: voluntary removal of barriers is the first step toward healing, dialogue, and building a better future together. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/98b047ac9acc3d9e

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