WORT Local News

Breaking news and feature stories straight from the WORT News team’s underground lair in Madison, Wisconsin. New episodes every Monday through Thursday at 7:30 PM. Also available live on 89.9 FM from 6:00-7:00 PM and online anytime at WORTFM.org.

Recent Episodes

Law Forward appeals anti-competitive gerrymander decision

Posted April 29, 2026 • 00:51:13

Here's your local news for Wednesday, April 29, 2026:

We detail a Regent Street development project that earned the Plan Commission's stamp...

Madison teachers rally for equal pay

Posted April 28, 2026 • 00:48:18

Here's your local news for Tuesday, April 28, 2026:

We share an update on the fight to end salary compression at MMSD,
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PSC ruling aims to shield ratepayers from data center energy costs

Posted April 27, 2026 • 00:49:54

Here's your local news for Monday, April 27, 2026:

We dig into the Public Service Commission's landmark ruling last week on data centers,
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Enrollment data lays the groundwork for MMSD redistricting

Posted April 23, 2026 • 00:50:15

Here's your local news for Thursday, April 23, 2026:

We find out why Madison schools are projected to see declining kindergarten enrollment,
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Accusations swirl, as Madison alders consider reforming police oversight bodies

Posted April 22, 2026 • 00:47:47

Here's your local news for Wednesday, April 22, 2026:

We detail what went down at Tuesday's tense city council meeting,
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