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

Following National Trend, Wisconsin Lawmakers Introduce Book Ban

Posted February 6, 2023 • 00:46:40

This is your WORT local news for Monday, February 6.

Wisconsin Republicans follow national trends and introduce a book ban,
We continue...

Here’s What’s Behind The Single-Family Zoning Change

Posted February 3, 2023 • 00:54:41

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, February 2.

Madison residents get a chance to see the proposed designs for John Nolen’s revamped...

Low-Salt Roads: UW Madison Criticized For Salt Use After Snow Storm

Posted February 1, 2023 • 00:47:37

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, February 1.

UW Madison is peppered with criticism over their use of salt after last weekend’s...

Candidates Tackle Housing, Public Safety In First Mayoral Debate

Posted January 31, 2023 • 00:48:52

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, January 31.

The three Madison mayoral candidates on the ballot for this spring’s primary election...

Fighting Bob La Follette Plaque Unveiled In State Capitol

Posted January 30, 2023 • 00:47:56

This is your WORT local news for Monday, January 30.

Fighting Bob La Follette gets a plaque in the state capitol,
LGBTQ farmers work...