⚖️ Did Epic ‘hoard’ medical data?

⚖️ Epic Sued For Allegedly ‘Hoarding’ Data

• Verona-based Epic Systems, Inc. was sued Monday in court by one of its competitors, New York-based Particle Health, for allegedly using its monopoly power to “squash” its rival.
• The antitrust suit alleges the electronic medical records giant used a “multi-tentacled” approach against Particle, including denying data to Particle customers and overwhelming the company’s support services with baseless security concerns.
• “Epic Systems controls the medical information of nearly every American — meaning one private company has unchecked power over our health care,” Particle CEO Jason Prestinario said in a statement. [WSJ]

🗳️ Drop Boxes Now Open For Fall Election

• The city announced its 14 absentee ballot drop boxes are now open for the Nov. 5 election. Absentee voters can use the boxes to return ballot’s to the city clerk’s office.
• Voters who requested absentee ballots by mail should be receiving them in the next few days. Once the ballot is sealed in its certificate envelope, it may be dropped off at the nearest ballot box. Make sure all the required information on the certificate is filled out, including the witness information and signature.
• Absentee ballots can also be returned by mail. [City of Madison]

🎨 Metro Transit Mural in Limbo

• In November 2022, the Madison Common Council gave the okay for Madison artist Jenie Gao to create an 8,000-square-foot mural for the Madison Metro Transit building at 1101 E. Washington Ave.
• But nearly two years later, the mural, called “The Time Is Ours,” has become mired in delays due to contract negotiations.
• Additionally, Gao can’t begin work until summer of 2026, because Madison Metro Transit is re-siding the wall next year. [Tone Madison]

Jemma Jean is an eight-year-old pup who was surrendered to DCHS earlier this month after her family became unhoused. She has been enjoying time in an office, where she spends most of the day snoozing at the feet of her officemate. When her officemate pops out for a few, Jemma Jean quietly waits by the door and watches as people pass by. This senior pup likes receiving pets and going for slow, short walks. But Jemma Jean is happiest when lounging by your side.

Jemma Jean is a bit overweight so she’s looking for a family who will work with her and her new veterinarian on a weight loss plan to keep her healthy. Her ideal home would not have other dogs so Jemma Jean can enjoy her peace and quiet while also soaking up all the attention.