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

Madison alders exempt first phase of LakeWay project from referendum

Posted July 16, 2025 • 00:45:30

Here's your local news for Wednesday, July 16, 2025:

We detail the history behind a controversial proposal that dominated yesterday's city...

Three finalists in the running for Madison Police Chief

Posted July 15, 2025 • 00:47:55

Here's your local news for Tuesday, July 15, 2025:

We share an update on the search for the next chief of the Madison Police Department,
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'Mother and Child' sculpture unveiled on Madison's east side

Posted July 14, 2025 • 00:49:45

Here's your local news for Monday, July 14, 2025:

We consider the community-building power of public art,
Learn how federal Medicaid...

UW Board of Regents unanimously approves tuition increase

Posted July 10, 2025 • 00:49:30

Here's your local news for Thursday, July 10, 2025:

We find out why the Sierra Club of Wisconsin is collecting thousands of origami fish,
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Housing package advances to full city council

Posted July 9, 2025 • 00:49:13

Here's your local news for Wednesday, July 9, 2025:

We share the latest on a housing package that's headed to the full city council next...