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.

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'This is a test for our Democracy'

Posted September 21, 2021 • 00:51:10

Here's your WORT Local News for Tuesday, September 21st, 2021: Madison’s school board considers new student surveillance policies, Hans Christian...

Legal challenge could limit DNR's authority to hold polluters accountable

Posted September 20, 2021 • 00:51:19

Here's your WORT Local News for Monday, September 20th, 2021: Local leaders face a tight timeline for redistricting, two cities prepare to absorb the...

Legislative Republicans Float Bill To Limit Gender Identity Education

Posted September 16, 2021 • 00:49:57

Here's your WORT Local News for Thursday, September 16th, 2021: Legislative Republicans float a bill to limit gender identity lessons in schools, Isthmus...

Dane County's budget process, explained

Posted September 15, 2021 • 00:49:55

Here's your WORT Local News for Wednesday, September 15th, 2021: Lawmakers debate transparency in public school spending, we take a close look at Dane...

Downtown Madison Building Evacuated Amid Structural Concerns

Posted September 13, 2021 • 00:47:52

Here's your WORT Local News for Monday, September 13th, 2021: Madison city staff are asking residents with disabilities to offer input on new projects,...