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

Mayoral Candidates Share Sharp Words At Debate

Posted March 14, 2023 • 00:48:25

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, March 14.

Madison's mayoral candidates exchange sharp words over housing and public transit…
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City Of Madison And Working Group Decide Fate Of Annie C Stewart Statue

Posted March 13, 2023 • 00:48:17

This is your WORT local news for Monday, March 13.

Madison wants to hear your opinion on what should be done with one of the city’s oldest...

County Officials Announce Home Of New Crisis Triage Center

Posted March 9, 2023 • 00:32:28

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, March 9.

County officials have announced the home of the new facility for those facing mental...

Assembly Committee Greenlights Bills To Mandate SROs In Certain Schools

Posted March 8, 2023 • 00:36:15

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, March 8.

GOP lawmakers are looking to force schools that frequently call the police to hire school...

Family, Friends Of Tony Robinson Remember His Life Eight Years Later

Posted March 7, 2023 • 00:34:33

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, March 7.

Family and friends of Tony Robinson remember his life eight years after he was shot and...