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

State Senate holds first floor session since July

Posted October 14, 2025 • 00:46:36

Here's your local news for Tuesday, October 14, 2025:

We hear from party leaders on both sides of the aisle ahead of the state Senate's long-awaited...

Wisconsin Representatives advocate for the rights of nature on Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Posted October 13, 2025 • 00:51:30

Here's your local news for Monday, October 13, 2025:

We find out why the state Assembly is centering environmental protections this Indigenous...

John Nolen Drive reconstruction kicks off Monday

Posted October 9, 2025 • 00:50:54

Here's your local news for Thursday, October 9, 2025:

We outline what to expect when construction begins next week on one of Madison's busiest...

Amid shutdown, Wisconsin Dems emphasize a wobbling health care system

Posted October 8, 2025 • 00:50:57

Here's your local news for Wednesday, October 8, 2025:

We hear what's at stake if Congress fails to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits,
Outline...

Law Forward, Russ Feingold weigh in on federal campaign finance lawsuit

Posted October 7, 2025 • 00:47:05

Here's your local news for Tuesday, October 7, 2025:

We outline some of the funding priorities in Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway's $452.5 million...