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

Meet The Candidates For Madison’s First Independent Police Monitor

Posted August 23, 2022 • 00:47:51

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, August 23.

Madison's police oversight board announces four candidates for the city's first Independent...

Why Not Concrete?

Posted August 22, 2022 • 00:49:30

This is your WORT local news for Monday, August 22.

Eco-friendly concrete hits the road to try and cut down on carbon emissions,
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To Madison’s Gay Community, Risk Of Monkeypox Goes Beyond Just The Virus

Posted August 18, 2022 • 00:48:46

This is your WORT local news for Thursday, August 18.

We look at how Monkeypox is creating a new stigma for the LGBTQ community,
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Dane County Seeks Consultant To Update Plan To Address Homelessness

Posted August 17, 2022 • 00:49:53

This is your WORT local news for Wednesday, August 17.

Madison officials release new stats on public safety, showing that Madison is getting...

“What’s Good For Birds Is Good For Wisconsin,” Judge Rules Madison Ordinance Requiring Bird-Safe Glass Is Legal

Posted August 16, 2022 • 00:48:00

This is your WORT local news for Tuesday, August 16.

A Dane County judge rules Madison’s ordinance requiring bird-safe glass can stand…
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