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

A Transportation-Funding Themed Episode!

Posted November 9, 2021 • 00:49:02

Here's your WORT Local News for Monday, November 8th:

Bus rapid transit funding could hit a potential snag during budget week;
A...

Protesters Push For Federal Immigration Reform

Posted November 5, 2021 • 00:48:15

Here's your WORT Local News for Thursday, November 4th, 2021: Immigrants’ Rights activists demand action from federal Democrats, a team of divers...

Indigenous Group Calls For Investigation Into Abuse At Residential Schools

Posted November 3, 2021 • 00:49:25

Here's your WORT Local News for Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021: The People’s Maps Commission releases its final redistricting recommendations, Menominee...

Capitol residence board gives final approval to Vel Phillips statue

Posted November 1, 2021 • 00:48:25

Here's your WORT Local News for Monday, November 1st, 2021: The state’s top election official pushes back on calls for her resignation, a statue of...

Wisconsin’s Volunteer Emergency Services Face Staffing Shortages, Increasing Call Volumes

Posted October 29, 2021 • 00:49:12

Here's your WORT Local News for Thursday, October 28th, 2021: State lawmakers weigh public input on Wisconsin’s redistricting process, Madison East...